President Trump’s announcement of a freeze on federal loans and grants has left officials through Maryland, Virginia and the District scrambling to understand the impact.

Several law enforcement agencies in Maryland declined requests for police assistance for President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration because of differing use of force policies in Maryland and Washington D.C., Spotlight on Maryland confirmed.

The One Fair Wage Coalition, which has been pressing for higher minimum wages in states across the country, this week renewed its efforts to raise Maryland’s wage floor and exempt tips from state income taxes.

Building industry groups filed a lawsuit Monday challenging Maryland’s emissions reduction requirements for large buildings.

One of the biggest and most iconic Lunar New Year celebrations in D.C., the Chinese Lunar New Year Parade has been a tradition for over 60 years. This vibrant parade fills the streets of Chinatown with lion and dragon dancers, marching bands, kung fu schools, and more.

A Cold Weather Advisory remains in effect until 11 a.m. Wednesday for Washington, D.C., and portions of Maryland, and northern Virginia.

Members of Maryland's congressional delegation laid out their plans for the new congress on Thursday in Washington, D.C.

The D.C. area is seeing mild temperatures Saturday ahead of snow expected Sunday. Winter storm warnings and watches are in effect starting Sunday morning.

Durant was born in Washington, D.C., and grew up in Prince George's County, Maryland, which is located right outside of the city. While Durant didn't live in Washington he grew up in the areas around the city for his entire childhood.

Chef Paolo Dungca, of Filipino restaurant and cafe Hiraya is a semifinalist for the Emerging Chef award, which, according to the foundation, highlights a chef who "displays exceptional talent, character, and leadership ability, and who is likely to make a significant impact in years to come."

Local and state snow crews are preparing to treat secondary and neighborhood streets throughout D.C., Maryland and Virginia. “It’s me and three other fellas, so it’s fairly small,” said Jason Swain with the Department of Public Works in Kensington Maryland.

Local superintendents have issued guidance that urges employees to contact attorneys if law enforcement attempts to enforce immigration law on school grounds.