The University of Maryland and Johns Hopkins University men’s lacrosse rivalry runs deep

Maryland men’s lacrosse and Johns Hopkins men’s lacrosse will take part in another rendition of “The Rivalry.”

University of Maryland hosts Special Olympics Maryland basketball championship

COLLEGE PARK, Md. – Athletes from across the state gathered at the University of Maryland to participate in the basketball championship. They say the camaraderie they build is even more valuable than a chance at winning a championship. 

Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown reports three convictions in vulnerable adult abuse cases

ANNAPOLIS, Md. – Three cases of vulnerable adult abuse at the hands of caretakers have been uncovered in Anne Arundel, Howard, and Baltimore counties. Today, Attorney General Anthony Brown, the Medicaid Fraud and Vulnerable Victims Unit , and the AARP…

Montgomery Co., Maryland partners with Manna Food Center to lead food waste education and awareness

In honor of Earth Month, Montgomery county is acknowledging a week of environmental and social impact of wasted food in the county.

Spring pollen season is starting earlier and getting more intense

Warmer weather this winter has led to an earlier and more intense start to allergy season. Pollen concentration in the U.S. continues to be on the rise leading to worse symptoms.

Bowie State University opens new $575,000 arena for ESports and gaming

Bowie State has made a significant investment in expanding its Esports program and on-campus gaming facilities. This move is part of the university’s strategy to enter the collegiate Esports scene.

Montgomery County Police fear staff shortage could lead to crisis as crime rates rise

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md.- Crime rates in Montgomery County have been on the rise since the start of 2024. Montgomery Police are facing an extreme staff shortage and have been unable to respond to as many calls. Montgomery County Police officials…

Proposed bill in Montgomery County, Maryland aims to limit police searches

The “Freedom to Leave Act” would ban police searches of vehicles, even if officers obtain verbal consent from drivers. The bill is intended to give people more rights in their vehicles and also is intended to stop officers from gaining consent using intimidation.

Mother of Pava LaPere appeals to Maryland state senators for a grant in her daughter’s name

Caroline LaPere is set to testify before Maryland lawmakers to gain support for the proposed Pava LaPere Initiative Acceleration Grant Program. The program is intended to help increase entrepreneurial innovation in the state by providing grants to technology based startups founded by students at universities in the Baltimore city and county areas.