Diva’s DMV Local News
Maryland drivers hoping for relief from overwhelming toll debt will have to keep waiting. A proposed Maryland toll debt relief bill that could have helped thousands of residents reduce or manage large toll balances failed to advance before the end of the legislative session. While the measure successfully passed the Maryland Senate, it stalled in […]
The Fourth of July weekend is one of the busiest times of the year in the DMV, and anyone planning to celebrate in Washington, D.C., should be aware of new security measures before heading out. Officials have implemented heightened security around the National Mall and Washington Monument grounds, where thousands are expected to gather for […]
July 1 marked the start of several new laws across the DMV region, bringing changes that could affect drivers, businesses, and consumers throughout Virginia. One of the most talked-about changes targets repeat reckless drivers. Under the new law, individuals with repeated dangerous driving offenses could face the installation of technology designed to prevent their vehicles […]
Residents across the DMV should prepare for several new laws taking effect on July 1 that could impact everything from their daily commute to their paycheck. In Maryland, drivers will see an increase at the gas pump as the state’s fuel tax adjusts upward. The gasoline tax will rise to 46.6 cents per gallon, while […]
July 1 marks the start of several new laws and policy changes across the DMV, including higher wages for workers in Montgomery County, Maryland, and a statewide ban on Styrofoam food containers in Virginia. In Montgomery County, minimum wage workers are set to receive pay increases as part of a law passed in 2017 that […]
Concertgoers in the District may soon catch a break when it comes to skyrocketing ticket prices. Local musicians, venue operators, and community advocates are rallying behind proposed legislation known as the D.C. Resale Act, a measure designed to curb ticket reselling practices that many say have made live entertainment increasingly unaffordable. Supporters of the bill […]
A US judge blocks Trump’s new student loan restrictions, pausing July 1 changes and giving borrowers urgent breathing room.
Trump suddenly cancels a bipartisan housing bill signing, insisting Congress first pass his strict SAVE Act on voting and social issues.
Dominique Da Diva breaks down polling locations, deadlines, ID rules and turnout stats for Maryland’s Primary Vote Day.
Apple’s latest iOS update adds a quiet “Hide Location” button that lets iPhone users temporarily go ghost without sending alerts.
Dominique Da Diva explains Cash App’s new $40 unlimited phone plan and asks if you trust your service with a money app.
Dominique Da Diva explains Microsoft Teams’ new Wi‑Fi check‑in feature and why workers worry it blurs the line into workplace surveillance.
