What's next for public education in Maryland? And how will it be funded?

More restrictive gun laws, a ban on styrofoam, a $15 minimum wage, and a mandate for renewable energy. It was all up for debate on "Crossover Day" in the Maryland General Assembly. So, what passed, what didn't, and what still has a chance?

Although segregation is thought of as a vestige of the past, racist practices like redlining and issuing restrictive deed covenants continue to divide Washingtonians.

We take a look at the unsung heroes of the Underground Railroad right here in Washington.

Leading up to our live Kojo Roadshow on school diversity in Montgomery County on February 26th, we're digging into education issues in the region you told us are of importance to you. First up: school redistricting in Arlington County.

The top three elected officials in Virginia have maintained power despite blackface scandals and allegations of sexual assault. We hear the latest.

A Washington Post food columnist won't be covering immigrant food under the "cheap eats" rubric anymore.

A newly expanded emergency guardianship law in Maryland allows immigrant parents who fear deportation to designate temporary guardians for their children who would otherwise become wards of the state.

Amazon is coming to Virginia. And school leaders are optimistic about the tech talent pipeline. Are there any drawbacks?

How are Washingtonians celebrating Thanksgiving with their chosen families?

Many people associate the Deep South with lynchings. But at least 40 happened in Maryland. What do we know about these racist attacks, and how should we confront this horrific history today?

Ford will begin testing self-driving cars in Washington, D.C. starting in January 2019. How will their arrival impact our current transit systems?

Some of Maryland's state parks are so popular this summer that families are being turned away. How are officials responding to an uptick in visitors?

You're not imagining things if you think you're seeing more rats in the District lately. How is the city rolling out an unwelcome mat for these increasingly common critters?

We'll explore the free event which draws authors and book lovers from within the Washington region and beyond.