Locals Rush to Turkey Farms for Fresher Birds This Thanksgiving

For Maple Lawn Turkey Farm, Thanksgiving means long hours

Montgomery County Launches “Heads Up in Parking Lot” Campaign

Montgomery County launched an educational campaign to remind pedestrians and drivers to pay attention in parking lots and garages, especially as the busy holiday season approaches.

Group Wants Amtrak to Allow Pets on Trains

The Pet Industry Joint Advisory Council is promoting the Pets on Trains Act of 2013, which could allow non-service animals on Amtrak trains.

Maryland to Refund Millions in Medicare and Medicaid Reimbursements

A recent audit found Maryland was not eligible to receive millions it claimed from federal government.

Tension Between Democratic Gubernatorial Rivals Part of Growing Incivility, Experts Say

Negative campaigning is likely to escalate as Maryland gets closer to the Democratic primary.

Gov. O’Malley Optimistic About State’s Health Care Exchange Progress

Gov. Martin O’Malley was the latest Maryland official to address the lagging performance of the state’s health care exchange.

Heavy Winter Snows Could Yield Big Summer Chesapeake Algae Blooms

Heavy winter snowfalls in Maryland could lead to above-average levels of summertime bacteria and toxic algae blooms in the Chesapeake Bay.

Military’s Mental Illness Stigma Pushes Navy Captain to Edge

During his battle with depression, Navy Capt. Todd Kruder attempted suicide three times. Now, he writes books to assist members of the military.

Autistic Children Get VIP Time with Santa at Columbia Mall

The Sensory Friendly Santa events at The Mall in Columbia are a chance for children on the autism spectrum to visit St.Nick.

Girls Basketball Powerhouse Reflects on Trip to Germany

The Riverdale Baptist girls’ basketball team had never traveled abroad until Thanksgiving, when head coach Sam Caldwell took his team all the way to Germany to play three exhibition games.