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Prince George’s County State's Attorney Aisha Braveboy (at podium) joined Sheriff John Carr, several mayors, and others on Oct. 3 to unveil a plan to drastically reduce the number of family violence cases. (Anthony Tilghman/The Washington Informer)

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State’s Attorney Aisha Braveboy Aims to Address Domestic Violence in Prince George’s With New Protocols for 911 Operators, Police

by Richard D. Elliott October 7, 2024October 7, 2024

Donna Graves of Kaiser Permanente poses with U.S. Rep. Steny Hoyer (D-Maryland), Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks and Prince George’s Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Alexander K. Austin at the Prince George’s County Chamber of Commerce Excellence in Business Awards Gala at the Gaylord National Harbor on Oct. 5. (Robert R. Roberts/The Washington Informer)

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Prince George’s Chamber Turns 100 Years Old, Celebrate Milestone at Excellence in Business Awards

by James Wright Jr. October 7, 2024October 9, 2024

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, several of his Cabinet leaders and a litany of state business leaders discussed trade, investment and partnerships with the King of Jordan. This was the first time the Statehouse hosted a foreign dignitary. (Courtesy of Gov. Wes Moore's office)

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Prince George’s County Political Updates

by Richard D. Elliott October 2, 2024October 2, 2024

Capitol Radiology, a Black-owned radiology practice in Laurel, is suing UMMS Laurel for alleged unfair bidding practices that will open a new radiology center 150 feet away from their doors. Capitol Radiology has been practicing for nearly 20 years. (Robert R. Roberts/The Washington Informer)

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Prince George’s County Local Updates

by Richard D. Elliott October 2, 2024October 3, 2024

Marketing Manager Amana Hayes, Dr. Ifeoma Essien, and District Heights Commissioner Anthony Tilghman at a health, wellness, and opportunity expo on Sep. 21 at Capitol Heights’ Trinidad Baptist Church. The more than 100 attendees were able to tap into the over 25 vendors on site. (Anthony Tilghman/The Washington Informer)

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County Hosts Suicide Prevention Symposium, Health & Wellness Expo

by Richard D. Elliott September 25, 2024September 25, 2024

Prince George’s County Council Chair Jolene Ivey and Del. Ashanti Martinez celebrate the grand opening of Baldor Speciality Foods warehouse in Lanham, Maryland, on Sep. 16. (Anthony Tilghman/The Washington Informer)

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Baldor Speciality Foods Opens New Food Warehouse in Lanham

by Richard D. Elliott September 25, 2024September 25, 2024

Council of Governments (COG) Air and Climate Public Advisory Committee Vice Chair Julie Kimmel (far left) and COG Climate, Energy, and Environment Policy Committee Chair Jolene Ivey (far right) recognize the City of Bowie’s Food Waste Diversion Program as one of the 2024 Climate and Energy Leadership awardees. (Courtesy Photo/Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments)

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Bowie’s Food Waste Diversion Program Wins Local Climate Award

by Richard D. Elliott September 25, 2024September 25, 2024

**FILE** The Prince George's County Public Schools Blueprint Schools Phase II Project will include the construction of eight new school facilities by 2028. (WI photo)

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Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) Updates

by Richard D. Elliott September 25, 2024September 25, 2024

**FILE** Prince George's County Executive and Democratic Senate nominee Angela Alsobrooks is accused of improperly using tax credits on properties in the county and Washington, D.C. (Cleveland Nelson/The Washington Informer)

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Prince George’s County Executive Alsobrooks, Senate Nominee, Accused of Improperly Using Tax Credits

by Richard D. Elliott September 23, 2024September 23, 2024

On Sep. 10, the Greater Washington Community Foundation (GWCF) announced a pilot program offering $1,000 to Bradbury Heights Elementary students for each year of school they complete, to be paid out after graduating high school. These funds can be used for education, business, or real estate: giving the students a flexible investment for their future selves. (Courtesy of Greater Washington Community Foundation)

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Prince George’s County Local Updates

by Richard D. Elliott September 18, 2024September 22, 2024