Boeing Co. quality engineer Sam Salehpour raised concerns about manufacturing shortcuts taken by the company, warning a Senate panel that the flying public could be at risk.
Raskin speech at the University of Maryland disrupted by protest over Gaza
Maryland Rep. Jamie Raskin’s planned lecture on democracy at the University of Maryland instead turned into a lively discussion on the Israel-Hamas conflict in Gaza.
Biden administration ready to release money for Baltimore bridge accident
The Biden administration is prepared to provide federal funding to cover costs following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore.
Biden, Johnson host luncheon with Ireland’s Varadkar ahead of St. Patricks Day
President Joe Biden and Irish Taoiseach Leo Varadkar on Friday attended the annual Friends of Ireland Caucus St. Patrick’s Day luncheon at the United States Capitol.
Maryland lawmakers urge Congress to spend more on Chesapeake Bay restoration
Citing encouraging signs of improvement, five Maryland lawmakers expressed their support Wednesday for increased funding of the federally-backed Chesapeake Bay restoration program.
Reproductive rights advocates urge Congress to recognize women’s economic burdens
With ever-changing laws on reproductive rights across the country, advocates are urging Congress to recognize the economic burdens women face when trying to access reproductive healthcare, especially in states where it is restricted.
Maryland’s Ruppersberger reflects on over two decades in Congress ahead of retirement
Rep. Dutch Ruppersberger, D-Maryland, isn’t quite ready to say goodbye yet, despite announcing his retirement after 40 years in public office.
Maryland’s Hogan makes surprise entry into GOP race for US Senate
Hogan, a Republican, announced his campaign on Friday via social media, releasing a video just nine hours before Maryland’s candidacy deadline and surprising a lot of political observers.
Annual Smithsonian orchid exhibit highlights plant conservation and protection
Smithsonian Gardens and the United States Botanic Garden have opened their annual orchid exhibit. This year’s theme is “The Future of Orchids: Conservation and Collaboration.”
Cardin reintroduces bipartisan bill to authorize coastal watershed habitat conservation program
The legislation is aimed at continuing conservation programs at two dozen coastal areas, including the Chesapeake Bay.