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Prince George's County Public Schools is asking residents to weigh in on…
As of about noon Friday, state transportation listings showed 17 planned state…
More Than Half of Montgomery County’s Active Health and Human Services Contracts Are Non-Competitive
More than half of the active health and human services contracts that Montgomery County holds were awarded without competitive bidding, according to the county’ open data record. County law allows the practice, and the data does not show whether any individual award…
Chevy Chase ANC 3/4G reviews draft zoning application for Engleside Medical Campus; commissioners voice concerns over environmental impact and development scope. The…
Council Reviews Bill for Audi Field Soccer Stadium Redevelopment Meta Description: D.C. Council hears testimony on Bill 26-769, proposing a public-private partnership…
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The U.S. Treasury Department proposes new rules to restrict American investments in…
Justice Department files lawsuit to block Alaska Senate election certification if Republican…
Justice Elena Kagan criticizes the Supreme Court's conservative majority, stating rulings on gerrymandering and campaign finance undermine democracy and increase political polarization in the U.S.…
GOP candidate Vivek Ramaswamy's $4M ad features rival Amy Acton's estranged mother, sparking bipartisan criticism over exploiting personal trauma.…
The U.S. government introduces the Fraud Whistleblower Incentive Program (WHIP), offering rewards up to $30,000 for tips leading to criminal charges against…
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Google’s Frightgeist report reveals the most popular Halloween costumes based on search…
Sonic Drive-In is kicking off the holiday season early. The Oklahoma City-based…
DC Studios’ R-rated horror movie Clayface made its North American box office debut on top. Its darker, lower-budget knockabout on a famous Batman villain led to a gross of $24 million domestically and $43 million globally, narrowly beating out a surprisingly good…
Kylie Cantrall received a lot of accolades on Saturday night, when she sang the U.S. national anthem at the start of the 2026 World Series, Game 2, in Milwaukee. The official video of her performance was uploaded online which reached the 1…
This year, Halloween candy sales in the U.S. are lagging behind. The market research companies’ data indicated monthly sales declines of 6.7%…
Olympic gymnast Simone Biles recently shared a very emotional moment with her fans online. She and her NFL player husband Jonathan Owens…
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More Than Half of Montgomery County’s Active Health and Human Services Contracts Are Non-Competitive
More than half of the active health and human services contracts that Montgomery County holds were awarded without competitive bidding, according to the county’ open data record. County law allows the practice, and the data does not show whether any individual award was improper.The county’s open-data Contracts dataset lists 2,368 active county…
Montgomery County invests over $215,000 in local food projects to increase production, provide education, and improve access to healthy food, addressing food insecurity…
September's inflation hit 3.7%, fueled by gas prices, impacting holiday spending and Social Security benefits. Recipients will see a 3.6% increase, but…
In a major shift for emerging markets, Nigeria’s $1.6B Dangote Refinery IPO is now accessible to global retail investors and international buyers…
Fast food giants are constantly changing their business strategies to attract more buyers. McDonald’s is rolling out a brand new initiative to…
Aliko Dangote calls his refinery share sale “the people’s IPO.” Join TANTV News and UrbanGeekz Media on September 28 for a live…
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Trump's tariff fight with Canada may win short-term concessions, but it's pushing America's most integrated trading…
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What does meaningful immigration coverage require in a moment of fear, misinformation, and shifting policy? TANTV News spoke with Amica Center, Just…
Political campaigns spend billions on ads while local and independent media struggles to survive. If candidates…
TANTV Local News has named Prince George's County Council Member Wanika Fisher to its Civic &…
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In a major shift for emerging markets, Nigeria’s $1.6B Dangote Refinery IPO is now accessible to global retail investors and international buyers worldwide via digital platforms FSDH & Paga. Shares start around $0.40; public offering closes Oct 13. Details: tantvnews.com/Africa…
Aliko Dangote calls his refinery share sale “the people’s IPO.”…
Africa's biggest IPO is opening its doors. Bank, stockbroker, or…
In a sharp follow-up to his 2022 critique, LaBode Obanor…
America spent decades lecturing Africa about strongmen and state capture,…
People Unstoppable
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On October 21, 2025, over 1,000 entrepreneurs, executives, investors, and ecosystem supporters convened at The Hotel at the University of Maryland for the highly anticipated TEDCO EXPO 2025—the 11th annual gathering of the Maryland Technology Development Corporation (TEDCO). The event, widely recognized as the state’s flagship platform for innovation-driven companies, delivered a…
Sharon Brickhouse Martin leads VHC Health, revolutionizing women’s health and equity across the DMV with vision…
It’s a cozy Friday morning in Silver Spring, and I’m headed out for a long-overdue catch-up…
Major Baltimore lender serving the Baltimore metro area, Baltimore Community Lending (BCL), today announced the retirement…
By Lwazi Lungile Mhlambi The promise of entrepreneurship is a universal dream: to build something from…
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D.C. voters can vote early through Sunday, Nov. 1, from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., and vote centers are open 7 a.m.…
Prince George's County Public Schools is asking residents to weigh in on a new 10-year facilities master plan. Listening sessions run from…
Virginia voters have until Saturday, Oct. 31, to vote early in person. Polls are open 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Election…
As of about noon Friday, state transportation listings showed 17 planned state closures in Montgomery and Prince George's counties. Eight affect a…
The Worcester County Planning Commission tabled an Amazon Web Services zoning request for a small power building tied to a transatlantic cable…
Maryland polls are open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 3. Same-day registration is available, mail-in ballots must be postmarked by…
More Than Half of Montgomery County’s Active Health and Human Services Contracts Are Non-Competitive
More than half of the active health and human services contracts that Montgomery County holds were awarded without competitive bidding, according to…
You must have heard about the magic of Disney on Ice. Sometimes things look wonderful from outside, but accidents happen. A terrible…
Montgomery County health officials used their Oct. 28 weekly briefing to share Halloween safety tips, urge flu and COVID shots, and note…
Apartment owners and fire officials split at an Oct. 6 hearing over where Montgomery County's proposed smoke escape hoods should be kept.…
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After a landmark anti-DEI legal battle forced Fearless Fund to close its U.S. grant program for Black women,…
There is something quite revolutionary about a room full of women who have decided, collectively, that they will…
By Chrishon Lampley, Founder & CEO, Love Cork Screw How the Target Boycott Hurt Black Brands Fighting for…
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We often wonder if turning off our computers every night is strictly required for better performance and longevity.…
Phone-free bars and restaurants expand nationwide as Americans embrace digital detox dining experiences, with 11 states now featuring…
There is a version of the artificial intelligence revolution (AI future) that looks like a ladder — one…
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Sonic Drive-In is kicking off the holiday season early. The Oklahoma City-based chain has unveiled a festive lineup…
Just as the holidays are approaching, Oreo has introduced a new holiday twist to its snack cake collection.…
The brand says it has five new flavor variations of potato chips this holiday season under the brand’s…
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