Starbucks sets new dress code for workers as it revamps cafe look

Starbucks is implementing a new dress code for workers across its North American stores next month, as the coffee giant aims to refresh its store image and boost business under CEO Brian Niccol.

Future school boundary changes cause concern among some MCPS parents

A brand-new high school is coming to a community in Maryland but which students and neighborhoods are moving into the new building once it's complete is the question that's raising concern.

Amazon's Project Kuiper rocket launch scrubbed: What to know

Amazon's Project Kuiper was expected to send its first batch of satellites to space, a big step in its mission to launch satellite internet and compete with SpaceX’s Starlink service.

DC police officers are being investigated over COVID-19 relief fraud

Over two dozen D.C. police officers are under investigation after allegations that they pocketed federal pandemic relief dollars, reports say. 

Maryland teacher sues school district for alleged racial discrimination

A Montgomery County Public Schools special education teacher is suing the school district for racial discrimination. He alleges he was unfairly demoted and transferred to a different school thirty miles away.

Prince George's County bus driver accused of reckless driving that was caught on camera

A Prince George’s County school bus driver is facing allegations of reckless driving after exclusive video captured the driver crossing a double yellow line and speeding away. FOX 5's Melanie Alnwick says despite the video evidence, the driver remains employed, though it is unclear whether they are still operating a school bus.

DC considers banning use of cell phones during school day

The D.C. Council is reviewing a proposal to ban student use of cell phones, smartwatches, and gaming devices during the school day, aiming to reduce distractions, improve learning, and address social media-related issues.

Fire sparks backstage at Walt Disney World's EPCOT, officials say

Disney leaders said a fire broke out backstage at EPCOT's France Pavilion on Saturday afternoon. Authorities said no one was injured in the fire, and it has now been extinguished.

Starbucks ordered to pay $50M after tea spill burns LA delivery driver

A Los Angeles delivery driver was awarded $50 million after a Starbucks tea spilled in his lap at a drive-through in February 2020, causing severe burns and permanent disfigurement.

Trump vows to block FBI move to Maryland: 'Too far, too liberal'

President Donald Trump has declared his intent to block the planned relocation of the FBI headquarters to Greenbelt, Maryland, dismissing the site as too far from Washington, D.C.

Son charged with killing father in Maryland home

Prince George's County police believe a Fort Washington dad was murdered by his own son on Friday. 

2 Poolesville High School students develop app to help with school maintenance

Two Poolesville High School seniors have created an app that alerts the school staff to maintenance issues. They are already in talks with the Montgomery County Public School system for it to be adopted county wide.

Facebook whistleblower barred from promoting new tell-all book

A former Facebook executive released a tell-all book about her “critical years” at Facebook/Meta, but an arbitrator has blocked her from promoting it.

Ceiling collapses during high school play in Maryland

Parents and students at a Montgomery County school are frustrated after a part of the ceiling falls during the opening weekend of the school's spring musical over the weekend.

Police officer assaulted in DC; search for suspect underway

Authorities are searching for a man accused of assaulting a Metropolitan Police Department officer in Southeast D.C. on Tuesday afternoon.