Maryland

Maryland gardeners help rebuild oyster population ahead of 2025 shellfish recovery deadline

Chesapeake Bay Foundation volunteers grow millions of oysters in an effort to restore the oyster population in the Chesapeake Bay watershed.

Legal gray areas hinder police watchdogs

Three years after passing the Maryland Police Accountability Act, the rollout of the new police oversight systems has proven slow.

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

Three years after losing her son to gun violence, Ja’Ka McKnight is helping others suffering from the aftermath of gun violence.

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 have been “incredibly encouraging” about federal support for the Francis Scott Key Bridge.

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.

5 Places to Appreciate Nature in Maryland This Earth Day

The first Earth Day was introduced by Gaylord Nelson, the former governor of Wisconsin, on April 22, 1970.

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.