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School Resource Officers Bridge Gaps, Build Relationships
The mention of school resource officers in these days of mass shootings and terrorist bombings conjures the intimidating image of a gun-toting security guard for some, but Sgt. Mike Rudinski insists SROs are in schools for much more than just safety.
Maryland Uncles Say Distance Marks Relationships in Family of Boston Bombing Suspects
Alvi Tsarni joined his brother, Ruslan Tsarni, both of Gaithersburg, in distancing himself from the two brothers at the center of the investigation into the bombing at the Boston Marathon on Monday: Dzhokar Tsarnaev, 19, and Tamerlan Tsarnaev, 26.
Students Tell Congress Financial Education Must Come Before College Debt
Increased financial literacy and guidance from universities are critical to lessen the burgeoning costs of higher education, a panel of students and education experts told a Senate committee Tuesday.
Biologists Create Habitats to Bring Back Bass Populations
A new initiative to make up for the absence of aquatic grasses in Gumtree Cove could lead to similar projects in other less-productive tidal waters within the Chesapeake Bay Watershed.
Four University of Maryland Soccer Players Wearing the Colors of the National Team
Four members of the U.S. men’s national soccer team have brought national attention to their alma mater, the University of Maryland, and its top--flight men’s soccer program.
Thousands Rally at Capitol for Immigrant Rights
Tens of thousands of immigrant rights advocates gathered Wednesday on the West Lawn of the Capitol to urge Congress to pass comprehensive immigration reform.
45 Years Later, Tydings’ Gun Control Bill Remains a Cautionary Tale
As Congress debates new gun control measures, former Sen. Joseph Tydings’ story is increasingly relevant as an example of what can happen when a politician draws the ire of the gun lobby.
Gov. O’Malley, Legislature Close 2013 Session With Progressive Victories
Gov. Martin O'Malley and the General Assembly approved new gun control laws, repealed the death penalty, and funded a wind energy project during the 2013 legislative session.
Move to Big Ten Could Bring Back Eliminated Sports
University of Maryland officials said they are considering bringing back some of the athletic teams eliminated last year due to a budget deficit.
