Newsroom
There are a number of ways to keep informed about COG, its members, and programs. The Newsroom feed lists news releases and highlights as well as TPB News articles. A variety of content is also available through digital subscriptions.
For story ideas, data inquiries, and to connect with officials and subject matter experts, reporters should contact the Office of Communications. For questions about TPB News, please contact the Department of Transportation Planning.
COG Video Series: Collaboration in Action

Introducing Collaboration in Action, COG's video series hosted by Executive Director Clark Mercer. The series spotlights COG's work with member jurisdictions and private, nonprofit, and civic organizations on a wide variety of programs and initiatives that improve the quality of life for everyone in our DMV region. Come along as Clark takes you behind the scenes of several of our initiatives, spreading the word about the value of regional partnership and highlighting the leaders and experts in our network that are making a positive impact in our communities.
Visit the video series page
COG Podcast
Prior to Collaboration in Action, COG produced a podcast, Think Regionally, to raise awareness about metropolitan Washington's biggest challenges and focus on solutions. The podcast, which was hosted by former Washington Post columnist Robert McCartney, featured local government, business, and non-profit leaders talking about a variety of timely topics, including the region's economy, racial equity, transportation, housing, and climate change.
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Newsroom Archives
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There’s a quick and practical remedy for high gas prices: visit CommuterConnections.org to find ways to save money and time getting to work each day. It’s free and easy to register and there are no commitments.
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Educating motorists and pedestrians, enforcing traffic laws and better engineering of vehicles and roadways are just some of the solutions regional leaders are proposing to help improve pedestrian safety.
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The Transportation Planning Board (TPB) approves backup plan in case NVTA funds aren't restored.
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Experts Discuss Effects of Pharmaceuticals, Other Chemicals on Water Supply at COG Meeting.
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MWCOG Public Safety Policy Committee Chair Terry Seamens of Takoma Park speaks at Litter Enforcement Week kick-off event.
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Citizens, businesses encouraged to continue using water wisely.
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Regional Value Pricing Study evaluates alternative scenarios for a network of variably-priced lanes combined with extensive express bus services.
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COG wins 2008 Sustainability Award from American Society of Civil Engineers-National Capital Section.
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It also released a report cataloging successful programs by area governments to limit greenhouse gases.
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New plan targets fine particle pollution in the region.
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