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Prince George’s County residents divided on bill to prevent stray shopping carts

The bill, initially presented to the council in September, would require businesses with at least 20 shopping carts to institute anti-theft measures on their carts.

Lillian Glaros
November 13, 2024

Prince George’s County Council discusses mandatory safety plans for businesses open late

The bill would require many county businesses that operate from 12 to 4 a.m. to outline an emergency evacuation plan and receive late-night safety training.

Lillian Glaros
October 16, 2024

Prince George’s County Council considers tying minimum wage to cost of living

The county could see a $15.45 to $15.60 minimum wage next year if the bill is implemented.

Audrey Keefe
October 11, 2024

Prince George’s County Council hopes to make HIV resources more equitable

In 2022, the county recorded the highest HIV diagnosis rate in Maryland, alongside Baltimore City, according to the state health department.

Charlotte Kanner
September 12, 2024

Former Prince George’s County Council member pleads guilty to theft scheme, perjury

Mel Franklin pleaded guilty Monday to charges of felony theft scheme and perjury for using at least $130,000 of campaign funds for personal expenses.

Sam Gauntt
August 26, 2024

Jolene Ivey wins Democratic primary for Prince George’s County Council at-large seat

Michael Riker, a retired police officer who spent more than 20 years with Prince George’s County Police, holds the lead in the Republican primary.

Lillian Glaros
August 12, 2024

Meet the Democratic candidates for Prince George’s County Council’s vacant at-large seat

Eight Democrats are vying for the nomination to fill Mel Franklin’s empty seat for the remaining two years of his term.

Sam Gauntt
July 30, 2024

Meet the Republican candidates for Prince George’s County Council’s vacant at-large seat

Four Prince George’s County Republicans are competing for the nomination to complete the remaining two years of Franklin’s term on the entirely Democratic county council.

Sam Gauntt
July 30, 2024

Prince George’s County juvenile curfew legislation aims to quell disruptive gatherings

Last month, the Prince George's County Council passed a bill that allows commercial property owners to request youth curfews around their businesses.

Katharine Wilson
July 16, 2024

Former Prince George’s County Council member Mel Franklin charged with embezzlement

The charges come days after Franklin resigned from the Prince George’s County Council.

Katharine Wilson
June 20, 2024