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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At a recent COG workshop, participants shared ideas on how to put discarded raw timber from the region's urban forests to better use.
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George Mason University, Discovery Communications, and the USPS OIG honored for improving their employees commutes.
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COG Board Member Penelope Gross was re-elected unanimously for a second two-year term on the Board of Directors of the National Association of Regional Councils (NARC) during its Annual Conference in San Antonio, TX this weekend.
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A new Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan for the National Capital Region will be unveiled during today’s TPB meeting.
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Ethanol, compressed natural gas, and biodiesel were the hot topics during a seminar at COG...
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COG's Regional Pawn Database Sharing System was recognized with an award from the International Association of Chiefs of Police.
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COG's sixth annual Homeless Enumeration Report provides an updated “snapshot” of the region’s homeless population.
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The Board took action at its June monthly meeting.
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COG brought together law enforcement and health officials to discuss local impacts...
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COG Board Chair and his fellow Arlington County Board Member Barbara Favola recently joined a team of volunteers to help rebuild hurricane-damaged homes in Biloxi, Miss.
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