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📍Prince George's County, Maryland
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🎤 Independent Reporter covering Crime, Breaking News, Local News, and More across Prince George's County, MD.

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You can’t park there. (No injuries reported)

Seen in the 7300 Block of Hanover Pkwy in Greenbelt. by @pgcountynewz

🚨DEVELOPING NEWS. Three homicides in Prince Georges County, Maryland in less than 24 hours. @fox5dc @shirinrajaee reports from the scene. by @pgcountynewz

A Prince George’s County elementary school is temporarily closing its doors due to rising illnesses.

On Tuesday, Princeton Elementary School announced it would temporarily be closing for the remainder of the week to help curb the spread of rising respiratory and gastrointestinal illnesses among students and staff.

During the closure, Princeton Elementary will undergo a comprehensive deep cleaning and sanitization of the school building. #pgcounty #news #dmv #md #pgcps by @pgcountynewz

Prince George’s County leaders are looking ahead to the future of two major properties as the county moves forward with plans for the Sphere at National Harbor.

The county council recently gave final approval to the Sphere’s financial framework. The project is expected to create roughly 10,000 jobs and generate millions of dollars in tax revenue.

Here’s what they had to say after recent meetings and discussions concerning #sixflags and Northwest #stadium. #pgcounty #news #development by @pgcountynewz

🚧 Are New Hampshire Avenue’s safety improvements enough?

Maryland officials celebrated the completion of a $5.5 million pedestrian and bicycle safety project along New Hampshire Avenue in Prince George’s County. The upgrades include new crosswalks, sidewalks, signals and transit improvements.
But some residents say the work is far from finished.

With hundreds of crashes reported in the project area between 2021 and 2025, neighbors are calling for more improvements, better crosswalk markings and more time to cross the street.
Residents also say drivers running red lights and speeding remain major concerns.

What more needs to be done to make New Hampshire Avenue safer? #pgcounty #maryland #news #update #dmv by @pgcountynewz

🗳️ MARYLAND VOTERS, KNOW WHAT’S ON YOUR BALLOT!

The 2026 Maryland midterm elections include three statewide ballot questions covering state employee benefits, judicial appointments, and congressional redistricting.

📍 Prince George’s County voters: Your ballot also includes a major question about the future of the County Council. Should the council eliminate its two at-large seats and reduce membership from 11 to 9?

Your vote could shape Maryland’s political future and local representation. Make sure you understand what YES and NO mean before heading to the polls!

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#maryland #vote #elections #pgcounty #fyp by @pgcountynewz

🚨 BOWIE HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT ROBBED IN SCHOOL BATHROOM

Bowie police say a student was allegedly robbed at knifepoint Thursday afternoon inside Bowie High School. Authorities report that two students demanded the victim’s phone and allegedly used it to transfer money.

🔎 One suspect was taken into custody and is being charged as an adult. A second suspect remains under investigation.

✅ No injuries were reported.

Police also confirmed this incident is unrelated to a separate student robbery reported near campus on October 8. That investigation remains active.

Student safety remains a major concern for families across Bowie and Prince George’s County.

📲 Follow for more local news and community updates.

#pgcounty #dmv #bowie #news #explore by @pgcountynewz

🚦 TRAFFIC SAFETY UPDATE | UPPER MARLBORO, MD

After previously reporting on the dangerous intersection along 301 at the intersection of Governors Park Lane in Prince George’s County, I followed up and noticed construction underway.

Maryland SHA confirmed a new traffic signal is being installed after people were killed earlier this year.

📢 Residents have pushed for change for years. Now, progress is underway towards what they believe will be safer roads.

#pgcounty #maryland #dmv #news #update by @pgcountynewz

A 26-year-old man is facing eight charges in connection with the July 2024 fatal shooting at Wise High School.

The victim’s family says a recent court hearing marks a significant step toward justice.

Jamal Speaks is being held without bond after a judge denied the defense’s request to release him to house arrest. During the hearing, prosecutors pointed to Speaks’ criminal history and witness statements as reasons he should remain detained. #pgcounty #dmv #md #news #update by @pgcountynewz

Could a county-owned grocery store help make food more affordable in Prince George’s County? 🛒

County Council members are exploring the idea through a feasibility study examining potential locations, operating costs, and whether the store could sustain itself financially without ongoing taxpayer subsidies.

The proposal, introduced by Council Chair Krystal Oriadha, would explore a model where certain essential items could be sold at regulated prices while others remain at market rates.

For now, no store has been approved. County leaders are still evaluating whether the concept is financially viable and could improve grocery access for residents. #pgcounty #md #grocery #dmv #news by @pgcountynewz

Prince George’s County Council has passed a resolution calling on Maryland regulators to pause utility shutoffs during the hottest and coldest months of the year.
The proposal calls for a pause from June through August and December through February. It aims to help protect residents struggling to afford their bills during extreme temperatures.

For Landover resident Pamela Spencer, keeping up with utility bills is already a challenge. She says her bills can total nearly $400 a month. She’s just one example of what many are going through.

The resolution calls on the Maryland Public Service Commission to take action. It does not automatically stop utility shutoffs. #pgcounty #maryland #affordability #dmv #news by @pgcountynewz

Parkdale High School and William Wirt Middle School were placed on lockdown around noon today after a pursuit resulted in a bailout.

United States Park Police officers attempted to stop a stolen vehicle in Washington, D.C., but the driver fled, resulting in a pursuit that ended in Riverdale.

Three individuals exited the vehicle and fled. Officers quickly took two adults into custody, while a third individual reportedly entered Parkdale High School. Police have since taken that suspect into custody.

The Prince George’s County Police Department assisted with the search.

Both of the school’s lockdowns have since been lifted. by @pgcountynewz