Employees with disabilities lose jobs at George Mason
For three years, resident Matthew Boyd worked at The Globe Cafe on the George Mason University campus, where he cleaned tables, organized dishes, and socialized with students in his free time. Diagnosed with fetal alcohol exposure, Boyd found deep satisfaction holding down his job and serving students. He even rented...
Heads up Potomac Edison customers- you’re getting a rebate on your September bill
HAGERSTOWN- Potomac Edison residential customers in Maryland will see some relief on their electric bills through the Legislative Energy Relief Refund, created as part of the Next Generation Energy Act passed in April by the Maryland General Assembly. The credits are intended to help ease the burden of rising...
Maryland DNR considering opening state trails to e-bikes
The state of Maryland is considering new regulations that would allow pedal assisted electric bicycles on state trails.
Virginia prosecutor in ‘au pair’ affair case served summons for drinking in public: police
HERNDON, Va. - Deputy Commonwealth’s Attorney Eric Clingan, the lead prosecutor in a Virginia double-murder case involving a Brazilian au pair, was served a summons for drinking alcohol in public, according to Fairfax County police. The Brief. Prosecutor Eric Clingan was cited for public drinking in Fairfax County,...
Maryland Cities Are Home To Wild Animals That Might Be In Your Backyard
Maryland’s cities aren’t just bustling with people—they’re also buzzing with unexpected wildlife. From sly foxes to curious raccoons, these animals have found clever ways to live right alongside us. I’ve been surprised myself spotting deer nibbling near a busy street or hearing an owl hoot in...
Police swarm Bailey’s Crossroads neighborhood for fugitive arrest
Fairfax County police have arrested a man who was involved in a barricade situation in Bailey’s Crossroads over the weekend. Asenai Zigita was taken into custody this afternoon (Thursday) near the Barcroft View Apartments by over a dozen officers with the Fairfax County Police Department’s Fugitive Tracking and...
The Underrated Swap Meet In Maryland Where You Can Fill A Trunk For Under...
There’s a place in Glen Burnie where treasure hunters and bargain enthusiasts converge every weekend, armed with cash and an eye for deals—the 8th Ave Flea Market, a sprawling wonderland of the weird, wonderful, and wallet-friendly. Let me tell you, this isn’t your grandmother’s antique shopping experience (though...
Parents react to Loudoun school that has male-only bathroom for staff, but not students
LOUDOUN COUNTY, Va. (7News) — A Loudoun County parent sent photos to 7News Reporter Nick Minock from Loudoun County’s Stone Bridge High School that show a men’s faculty bathroom that has a sign on the door that says, “male staff only.”. On Monday, Minock was the...
Youngkin Announces Google Investing $9 Billion Across Virginia
Governor Glenn Youngkin yesterday announced Google will invest an additional $9 billion in Virginia through the end of 2026. The funds will be focused on cloud and artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure, with the development of a new data center in Chesterfield County and expansion of the existing facilities in...
Ashburn pileup sends three people to hospital
We don’t cover a lot of breaking news here on The Burn, but everyone once in a while something makes us say “wow.”. That was our reaction to images of this car accident in Ashburn this morning – Thursday, August 28. Fortunately, we are told injuries were minor.