^Kratovil Banks on GOP Discontent, Harris Counts on Cash in First District

WASHINGTON – Some disheartened Republicans in Maryland’s 1st Congressional District plan to vote Democratic come November, but GOP state Sen

^Thousands Stake Spot to Peer at Pope

WASHINGTON – Thousands of onlookers hailing from Maine to California and beyond crammed themselves along Pennsylvania Avenue Wednesday to catch a glimpse of Pope Benedict XVI in his popemobile

Tax Deadline Looms, but Rebate May Lessen the Blow

WASHINGTON – Taxpayers normally cringe as April 15 creeps closer, but they can breathe easier this year because a government rebate check could soon be in the mail — as long as they file

Gilchrest Quirks Will Be Missed, Friends Say

WASHINGTON – Delaware Republican Rep

Guardsmen Need More Help at Home

BALTIMORE – Maryland’s post-combat support program is a good foundation, Guard soldiers told Gov

Maryland, Guard Step In to Help Soldiers Combat Stresses

WASHINGTON – If statistics hold true, almost half of the Maryland guardsmen returning from Iraq and Afghanistan will face mental problems within a few months of coming home

^Lawmakers: IRS Filing Provides Entree to Stimulus Cash

BALTIMORE – File a federal tax return and the rebate check really will be in the mail, lawmakers told citizens at a free filing center here Tuesday

Smithsonian Plans to Uproot Greenhouses, Move to Suitland

WASHINGTON – Maryland is a step closer to becoming the Smithsonian’s backyard garden, brimming with rare plants and a collection of 10,000 orchids

^Glen Burnie Soldier is Maryland’s Latest Loss in Iraq

WASHINGTON – Army Spc