Supreme Court seems skeptical of Trump’s ‘absolute immunity’ claim
WASHINGTON – The Supreme Court Thursday seemed skeptical of former President Donald Trump’s claims of absolute presidential immunity from prosecution. Trump’s alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 election is at the center of the case, including his actions leading to…
Outside Supreme Court, protesters argue about immunity – and more
WASHINGTON — Protesters clashed outside of the Supreme Court Thursday following oral arguments over whether former President Donald Trump has immunity from prosecution. Atop a portable grand piano, traveling classical pianist Matthew Atwood wore a traditional colonial-era outfit, complete with…
Maryland governor hopeful of GOP support for Key Bridge clean-up
Gov. Wes Moore says several Republicans in Congress have been “incredibly encouraging” in discussions about federal support to respond to the Francis Scott Key Bridge and clean-up efforts.
Support for Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott is growing in 2024 race for Democratic mayoral candidate
A recent Goucher College Poll shows Mayor Brandon Scott’s job approval rating has significantly improved from October 2023.
Contracted Out
Audits show trouble lurking in school contracts
Auditors keep a close eye on school district contracting in Maryland — and if you’re wondering why, just look at what happened in May in Montgomery County. After auditors raised suspicions, the district’s former assistant director of transportation pleaded guilty…
An unprecedented look at Maryland public school spending
Billions of local, state and federal tax dollars go to funding Maryland’s public schools every year — and now, it will be easier for you to find out how your local school district spent that money. That’s because the Local…
Health care, construction, tech among biggest school expenses
With employee health care costs leading the way, Maryland’s public school districts spent $21.1 billion between fiscal years 2019 and 2022 not on teacher and staff salaries, but on everything else that keeps the schools running. That’s the bottom line…
Baltimore County leads state in transparency of school expenditures
If you’re curious about how your local school district is spending its money, you can download data from the “Contracted Out” database. But if you want to know exactly why school districts spend what they spend, you’re out of luck…
Annapolis
Activist mom turns son’s life into hopeful legacy
CAPITOL HEIGHTS, Md. – Ja’Ka McKnight dances as she prepares to lead a procession to the street being named, on this April morning, after her late son, King Douglas. The crowd’s shouts rise in a gray morning that is slowly…
Gov. Moore confident in Maryland’s play to keep Commanders
Despite the jurisdictional dispute, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore is confident the Commanders will remain in Prince George’s County.
Maryland governor hopeful of GOP support for Key Bridge clean-up
Gov. Wes Moore says several Republicans in Congress have been “incredibly encouraging” in discussions about federal support to respond to the Francis Scott Key Bridge and clean-up efforts.
After deadly work zone crashes, a push for change
After a pair of deadly work zone incidents cast attention on the dangers of road work, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore enacted a set of protections for workers and their families that his administration describes as “a moral imperative.”
Data stories
Support for Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott is growing in 2024 race for Democratic mayoral candidate
A recent Goucher College Poll shows Mayor Brandon Scott’s job approval rating has significantly improved from October 2023.
Maryland colleges have produced over 300 NFL Draft picks
Seven different Maryland colleges have produced NFL Draft picks. Most of the state’s 319 draft selections appeared in at least one NFL game, while a select few forged a Hall of Fame career.
Maryland basketball games can look empty inside the cavernous Xfinity Center
Maryland has the second largest arena in the Big Ten for both men’s and women’s basketball. The size could explain why Xfinity Center often looks emptier than the announced attendance.
What makes a hit? A look into 2024’s top-charting songs
Long gone are the days of yore where every other song on the charts is Katy Perry’s, Adele’s or Rihanna’s. Sort of.
Washington
Outside Supreme Court, protesters argue about immunity – and more
WASHINGTON — Protesters clashed outside of the Supreme Court Thursday following oral arguments over whether former President Donald Trump has immunity from prosecution. Atop a portable grand piano, traveling classical pianist Matthew Atwood wore a traditional colonial-era outfit, complete with…
Supreme Court seems skeptical of Trump’s ‘absolute immunity’ claim
WASHINGTON – The Supreme Court Thursday seemed skeptical of former President Donald Trump’s claims of absolute presidential immunity from prosecution. Trump’s alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 election is at the center of the case, including his actions leading to…
Maryland team on NASA project to study oceans, atmosphere
WASHINGTON – To better understand the ocean surface, NASA scientists went to the stars. The Plankton, Aerosol, Cloud, ocean Ecosystem (PACE) satellite launched into orbit on Feb. 8 on a quest to better understand the microscopic content of Earth’s atmosphere…
Justices consider case involving visa denied to husband of U.S. citizen
Supreme Court justices seemed conflicted during oral arguments over whether a U.S. citizen can challenge the denial of a visa for a noncitizen spouse because the government expected that spouse to engage in unlawful activity.
Bringing Back Baseball
Hagerstown’s new ballpark: Picnic areas, walking paths and high expectations
HAGERSTOWN — From the corner of West Baltimore Street and Summit Avenue, you can see the future of baseball in the Hub City There aren’t any home runs flying yet. But next Spring, the cranes and construction workers will be…
Baseball stadium aims to revitalize city center
HAGERSTOWN – The new ballpark under construction here is the latest effort to bring baseball back to a town that has a rich history tied to the game. But the project is also an attempt to revitalize a city core…
Neighbors remain skeptical of ballpark in their backyard
HAGERSTOWN — Hagerstown city officials and business owners are excited about the new minor league ballpark that’s under construction, but not all of its neighbors are cheering about it. Residents near the $70 million project – which leaders hope will…
For Black community, ties to city’s baseball traditions are complicated
HAGERSTOWN — Alesia Parson-McBean remembers the second time Willie Mays visited her hometown. Regarded as one of the greatest baseball players who ever lived, Mays returned in 2004 to Hagerstown, Maryland, the site of his minor league debut. During Mays’…
Maryland
Boot scootin’ in the DMV: Why line dancing is so popular and how to get started
Line dancing spans cultures and ages. Here’s what people are saying about it and where you can go to give it a try.
Activist mom turns son’s life into hopeful legacy
CAPITOL HEIGHTS, Md. – Ja’Ka McKnight dances as she prepares to lead a procession to the street being named, on this April morning, after her late son, King Douglas. The crowd’s shouts rise in a gray morning that is slowly…
Gov. Moore confident in Maryland’s play to keep Commanders
Despite the jurisdictional dispute, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore is confident the Commanders will remain in Prince George’s County.
Maryland governor hopeful of GOP support for Key Bridge clean-up
Gov. Wes Moore says several Republicans in Congress have been “incredibly encouraging” in discussions about federal support to respond to the Francis Scott Key Bridge and clean-up efforts.
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Animal shelters across the country face overcrowding and pet returns
Rihanna, a pitbull mix, has been in the Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center for over 400 days, still in search of her forever home. But animals across the country are facing a bigger challenge: shelter overcrowding.
Advocates urge Maryland Governor Wes Moore to veto a bill on juvenile justice reform
Advocates are protesting the Juvenile Reform Act and trying to discourage Maryland Governor Wes Moore from signing it. The bill would allow children ages 10 to 12 to be prosecuted or detained for certain offenses.
The Freedom to Read Act supports school librarians
PRINCE FREDERICK, Md. – Maryland librarians praise passage of the Freedom to Read Act, which thwarts attempted book bans in the state.
Montgomery Co., Maryland students prepare for school’s first prom at third annual ‘Project Prom Dress’
Montgomery County students shop lightly used prom attire for free in preparation for their school’s first prom.