The Biden administration is prepared to provide federal funding to cover costs following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore.
Distress call precedes disaster at Baltimore bridge
A container ship leaving the Port of Baltimore sounded a mayday call just before plowing into the Francis Scott Key Bridge in the early morning hours Tuesday.
Too much light threatens environment and health, studies show
Although it may not garner the same popular attention as other forms of environmental degradation, light pollution has far-reaching impacts for Earth’s ecosystems and human health.
Election Guide: Meet field of 32 candidates seeking Rep. Elijah Cummings’ seat
WASHINGTON — Nearly two months after Rep. Elijah Cummings’ death, 32 candidates — including his widow, a former staffer, and several state lawmakers — are competing in the packed race to fill his seat. The longtime Baltimore congressman died Oct.…
45 years ago, another presidential impeachment involved another Sarbanes
WASHINGTON – On July 26, 1974, Maryland Rep. Paul Sarbanes introduced the first article of impeachment against President Richard Nixon during the House Judiciary Committee’s deliberations over the Watergate scandal. The article was unanimously supported by all 21 Democrats on…
“Washington Bullpen” podcast: The legacy of Rep. Elijah Cummings
WASHINGTON — Rep. Elijah Cummings, representative for Maryland’s 7th Congressional District, died on Thursday morning after “long-standing health problems,” according to his office. He was 68. The congressman is remembered as a fierce supporter of lowering drug costs, fighting for…