Maryland Governor Larry Hogan has introduced a plan to widen three of the state's busiest highways by four toll lanes. In D.C., the health department is cracking down on pets at outdoor bar and restaurant patios and a new "dockless" bike share arrives to the nation's capital.

D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser joins Kojo and Tom Sherwood in studio.

School discipline reform is underway in local classrooms. But how that reform is executed and experienced differently by students across the region.

At least 11 artificial turf fields in the District failed safety tests last spring at schools and rec centers, and were deemed too hard for contact sports. Now, parents and advocates are concerned about both the response of officials and what will replace failing turf.

A new music director heads the National Symphony Orchestra for its 2017-2018 season. What will his leadership mean for the local institution?

The D.C. Council Chair suggests a moratorium on legislation that could negatively affect local businesses. We explore the issues.