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Richard is a contributing writer with the Washington Informer, focusing on Prince George’s county’s political and business updates alongside sports. He graduated from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County with a B.A. in American Studies and later completed a Master’s Degree in Political Science at Johns Hopkins University.

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**FILE** On June 14, Prince George's County Council member Mel Franklin (D-At Large) announced his resignation from the council. The vacancy will be filled via special election. (Robert R. Roberts/The Washington Informer)
Posted inPrince George's County

Ex-Prince George’s County Council Member Mel Franklin Pleads Guilty to Campaign Finance Fraud

by Richard D. Elliott August 28, 2024August 28, 2024
The former FedEx Field is now Northwest Field. The partnership between the Commanders and Northwest Financial Credit Union will officially begin on Sep. 15. (Anthony Tilghman/The Washington Informer)
Posted inSports

FedEx Field No Longer: Stadium Officially Loses Longtime Sponsor

by Richard D. Elliott August 28, 2024August 28, 2024
After her speech at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago on Aug. 20, national audiences are becoming more familiar with Prince George's County Executive Angela Alsobrooks. ( Earl Gibson/The Washington Informer)
Posted inElection 2024

Alsobrooks and Moore Deliver Powerful Speeches, Elevate National Profiles

by Richard D. Elliott August 26, 2024August 26, 2024
In their first joint public appearance since President Joe Biden ended his candidacy, he and Vice President Harris met a friendly crowd in Prince George’s County, Maryland, and spoke about their administration’s efforts to lower prescription drug costs. (Robert R. Roberts/The Washington Informer)
Posted inElection 2024

President Biden, Vice President Harris Greeted by Thousands at Prince George’s Community College Rally

by Richard D. Elliott August 21, 2024August 21, 2024
HotWorx Bowie opened on Aug. 3 in Highbridge offers a fitness studio with infrared heat and a sauna feel to intensify workouts. (Robert R. Roberts/The Washington Informer)
Posted inPrince George's County

Prince George’s County Business Updates

by Richard D. Elliott August 21, 2024August 21, 2024
U.S. Rep Glenn Ivey, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore (front row second and third from left), Advance Research Projects Agency-Energy Director Dr. Evelyn Wang (front row center) and University of Maryland President Darryll Pines (front row far right) attended Beltsville’s ION Storage Systems to celebrate the battery plant’s success and growth. (Courtesy of the Office of Gov. Wes Moore)
Posted inPrince George's County

Prince George’s County Local Updates

by Richard D. Elliott August 21, 2024August 21, 2024
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore (D) has concerns regarding the recent ruling against parts of the Gun Safety Act of 2023, a state law barring gun owners from carrying their weapons in bars, within 1,000 feet of a public demonstration, or on private property without the owner’s permission. (Robert R. Roberts/The Washington Informer)
Posted inPrince George's County

Prince George’s County Political Updates

by Richard D. Elliott August 21, 2024August 21, 2024
Dwayne Sims of the Negro League Legends Hall of Fame and Mark Wahl of the United States Postal Service, stand beside a blown-up image of the Hank Aaron stamp. (Robert R. Roberts/The Washington Informer)
Posted inSports

The Negro League Legends Hall of Fame, USPS Unveil Hank Aaron Stamp

by Richard D. Elliott August 19, 2024August 21, 2024
Tropical Storm Debby led to days of increased precipitation that caused flooding in some parts of Maryland. Near The Awakening statue in National Harbor, some residual waters remained even after the rains calmed. (Anthony Tilghman/The Washington Informer)
Posted inEnvironment

Tropical Storm Debby Causes Flooded Roads Throughout Maryland

by Richard D. Elliott August 14, 2024August 14, 2024
A mock-up of the six story site is on Mosaic Development’s website. It is possible there will be a Busboys and Poets on the bottom floor. (Courtesy of Mosaic Development)
Posted inSupplements

Maryland Back-to-School Updates

by Richard D. Elliott August 14, 2024August 14, 2024

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