Maryland’s Van Hollen and Environmental Groups Want Polluters to Pay for Climate Damage
Senator Chris Van Hollen and other lawmakers have proposed a law to make big polluters pay for the costs of the climate crisis.
Raskin to Introduce First Suicide Prevention Legislation Since His Son’s Death
U.S. Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-8th) is introducing his first major mental health and suicide prevention legislation following his son’s suicide in 2020.
Savor the Competition: Takoma Park Farmers Market Pie Contest Returns Sunday
The Takoma Park Farmers Market will host its annual pie contest on Sunday.
Beware Fake Calls: Takoma Park Police Do Not Demand Payments
Takoma Park Police warn of an arrest warrant scam involving a caller claiming to be an officer and using the department’s actual phone number to demand payment from residents.
Park Police Arrest Hyattsville Man for Indecent Exposure on Sligo Creek Trail
Park Police have arrested 24-year-old Jose Ivan Cordova-Blanco from Hyattsville for indecent exposure along the Sligo Creek Trail in Takoma Park.
Takoma Park Folk Festival Renames Stage to Honor Tom Prasada-Rao
The 2024 Takoma Park Folk Festival will honor the late singer-songwriter Tom Prasada-Rao, who died in June at age 66 after battling cancer.
Takoma Park’s John Salmen: Pedaling Change with Meals on Wheels
John Salmen volunteers with Meals on Wheels, using his recumbent tricycle to deliver prepared meals to neighbors in need.
Armed Robbery at Check Cash Depot: Suspects Flee Toward Prince George’s County
Takoma Park Police are investigating an armed robbery that occurred at the Check Cash Depot on University Blvd. East last Friday.
34-Year-Old Faces Attempted Armed Robbery Charges in Takoma Park
Takoma Park Police have arrested and charged 34-year-old Jersi Eduardo Claros in connection with an attempted armed robbery on August 13.