Maryland Gang Laws Lacking, Officials Say

Although a new tool in the federal government’s fight against the violent gang MS-13 may help curb the growing problem in Maryland, local officials say state laws aren’t so effective.

Frostburg Business College Boosts Friday Classes to Curb Binge Drinking

The Frostburg State University College of Business is joining a national effort to decrease student binge drinking on Thursday nights by increasing the number of classes held on Fridays.

Delaney’s Surprise Strength in Western Maryland Comes at a Cost

While Rep. Roscoe Bartlett blames redistricting, vote tallies show congressman-elect John Delaney overperforming in rural Maryland.

Maryland Online Sales Tax Ignored by Enforcers, Customers

As Marylanders join millions of others nationwide in the computer shopping blitz that’s become known as Cyber Monday, they should think about this: If they paid the sales tax they owe to the state for such purchases, Maryland would be $200 million richer.

Consumer Group Warns Parents About Dangerous Toys

Some toys on store shelves this holiday season could cause choking, have toxic components or damage children’s ears, according to a consumer advocacy organization.

Maryland Prepared to Pay $50 Million to Leave ACC, if Necessary

While they hope to negotiate with the ACC for a lesser fee, Maryland officials are prepared to pay the full $50 million exit fee to leave the ACC for the Big 10.

Cause – A local bar gives its profits to charity

Have a drink, a burger, and donate to charity? You can do exactly that at one local bar, which calls itself a “philanthropub.”

Liquor Sales Stagnate This Year, Industry Says Marylanders Going Out Of State

Liquor industry attributes stagnant sales to increased liquor tax.

Infidelity isn’t among the top worries of a military family

When Army Cpt. Stuart Hobbs joined the military two years ago, he and his wife Vanessa Hobbs worried about the strain of moving, the possibility of long separations and whether she would be able to find work.

After up-and-down decade, Juan Dixon returns to College Park with NBA comeback on mind

COLLEGE PARK – Juan Dixon couldn’t help but feel a bit nostalgic as he sat in a red Comcast Center seat late last month. The Terrapins men’s basketball icon had spent the past 20 minutes discussing life after College Park.…