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Parents protest outside Cracker Barrell after students with disabilities denied service
Parents protested outside a Cracker Barrell in Waldorf County, Maryland after a group of students with disabilities were denied service. News4’s Mauricio Casillas reports.
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Girl, 14, jumped and assaulted by group of students at Maryland high school
A 14-year-old girl was jumped and beaten on her way to cheerleading practice last week at her Maryland high school, her mother told News4’s Jackie Bensen.
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Officer who lost legs in line of duty recognized for policing drunken driving
A Montgomery County police officer who lost his legs in the line of duty received a standing ovation from the Washington Regional Alcohol Program. A year ago, Sgt. Patrick Kepp was recovering from a devastating injury. A speeding driver intentionally hit him on Interstate 270 in October 2023, prosecutors say. After months of rehab and multiple surgeries, Kepp finally returned…
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Retiring Prince George's economic development leader reflects on career
The man who’s spearheaded economic development in Prince George’s County for years is retiring. News4’s Darcy Spencer reports David Iannucci’s work spanned two administrations and countless projects, including National Harbor and the FBI headquarters relocation to Greenbelt.
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Officer who lost legs in line of duty honored for catching drunken drivers
A Montgomery County police officer who lost his legs in the line of duty was honored Friday for his work keeping drunken drivers off the streets. News4’s Paul Wagner reports.
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Fatal hit-and-run raises concerns about safety on Southern Avenue
A fatal hit-and-run on the D.C.-Prince George’s County line reraised concerns about safety in the area. News4’s Derrick Ward has new video of the aftermath and a heartbreaking message from the victim’s sister.
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‘Don't shoot it down': Expert says what to do if you spot drones above your house
Groups of drones seen flying around the suburbs of Washington, D.C., in recent days are leaving many people perplexed and wondering what — if anything — they should do. Residents of the Hawthorne Village Condominiums in Fairfax, Virginia, say drones began flying nearby about 8 p.m. and stuck around for a few hours. “There was about 10 of them. It…
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Calls increasing for information on drone sightings
More drone sightings have been reported in the D.C. area. News4’s Megan McGrath spoke with an expert about what people can and can’t do if they spot the drones.
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Teen charged after he was spotted with gun in Charles County school
A 17-year-old boy faces charges after he was spotted with a handgun inside Henry E. Lackey High School in Charles County, Maryland, authorities say.
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A return to automation, faster service and mobile pay: Metro changes proposed in 2025
Automatic train operations, contactless payment, increased train services and more changes are coming to Metro. Here’s a look at the proposed 2025 budget and this weekend’s return to computerized trains.
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Automatic train operation returns to Metro this weekend
This weekend is a historic one for Metro, which just got the green light to return to automation mode. News4’s Joseph Olmo reports.
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Maryland first responders collect toys for kids affected by Hurricane Helene
Montgomery County Fire & Rescue Service is collecting toys to bring to children impacted by the devasting hurricane in Asheville, North Carolina. News4’s Joseph Olmo has the details, including where and when to donate.
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3 fired from MD Cracker Barrel after tables denied to students with disabilities
A group of students who have developmental and learning disabilities were denied service at a restaurant while taking part in a life-skills learning program with teachers, Charles County Public Schools said. In a community email, CCPS Superintendent Maria Navarro wrote 11 students and seven staff members visited a Cracker Barrel in Waldorf, Maryland, Tuesday after notifying the restaurant in advance...
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Why a VA official believes MD doesn't want to fix Beltway traffic
Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Chair Jeff McKay was referring to traffic near the Wilson Bridge and the Legion Bridge.
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MD accused of intentionally not fixing Beltway traffic
Recent statistics show traffic in the D.C. area has gotten worse, exceeding pre-pandemic levels. Transportation Reporter Adam Tuss reports a Virginia leader accuses Maryland of deliberately not trying to fix it.
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Christmas trees can go up in flames in seconds. How to prevent a devastating fire
Christmas trees and other holiday decorations are an annual tradition for many, but misuse and neglect can lead to deadly consequences.
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How to prevent devastating Christmas tree fires
Keeping your real tree watered daily is one way to prevent a devastating fire. News4’s Juliana Valencia reports.
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‘My mouth dropped': Drone sightings rattle Maryland residents
Drone concerns are mounting across the country after multiple sightings in New Jersey for the past few weeks.
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Gov. Wes Moore backs alcohol sales in Maryland grocery stores
Could beer and wine soon be sold at Maryland grocery stores?
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Gov. Wes Moore backs alcohol sales in Maryland grocery stores
Gov. Wes Moore is throwing his support behind allowing grocery stores to sell alcohol, but some small business owners are raising concerns. News4’s Mauricio Casillas reports.