Montgomery County students were honored at a ceremony for their artwork on waste reduction, reuse, and recycling, emphasizing environmental sustainability and single-use plastics.

President Trump signs a trade deal with the UK aimed to benefit American markets, agriculture, and manufacturing, receiving praise from industry leaders and politicians.

The White House held a ceremony led by Melania Trump to honor Barbara Bush with a commemorative stamp, attended by the Bush family and former administration figures.

CBP agriculture specialists inspect 1.2 million imported flowers ahead of Mother's Day to prevent harmful pests from entering the U.S. and protect agriculture.

Trinidad and Tobago hosted TRADEWINDS 2025 with over 1,000 participants to strengthen efforts against transnational crime, focusing on firearms trafficking. ICE HSI contributed significantly alongside local law enforcement.

The Trump administration has successfully negotiated the release of 47 Americans detained abroad, including dancer Ksenia Karelina from a Russian penal colony.

On National Nurses Day, the President commends nurses’ vital role in healthcare, particularly in managing the rising number of chronic disease patients, and promotes initiatives to support and expand the nursing workforce.

Democratic Whip Katherine Clark introduced a discharge petition for the Hands Off Medicaid and SNAP Act to protect these programs from GOP cuts for tax benefits to the wealthy.

Montgomery County held the 2024-25 KIS student video contest to prevent underage drinking, with students from 31 schools participating and winners receiving cash prizes.

Montgomery County Police Department held events to honor fallen officers during National Police Week, including a 24-hour vigil and a memorial service.

DC Attorney General secures a $6.8 million judgment against A.J. Edwards Realty for extensive housing violations, resulting in rent refunds and penalties.

Montgomery and Howard counties announce a transit partnership to enhance connectivity along US Route 29, aiming to reduce commute times and carbon emissions.

Mayor Muriel Bowser proposes an economic plan to counteract the loss of 40,000 federal jobs in DC, focusing on business growth and job creation, with investments to revitalize Downtown DC and other neighborhoods.