Maryland

Legislators Push for Equal Pay For Women

Maryland’s State Senate considers legislation that supporters say will close loopholes and guarantee equal pay for equal work.

Terrorist Attacks in Brussels Brings Reminder To Be Vigilant

Local airports are reminding travelers to be vigilant and visitors to the Washington metro area say they are concerned about international travel in the wake of the deadly bombings in Brussels on Tuesday.

Led by “House of Cards,” Bisexual Characters Finding A Place in Pop Culture

Here are four things you need to know about this trend.

Sudden Loss Ends Great Run for Maryland Women’s Basketball

Even after sudden loss, departing Maryland seniors leave amazing women’s basketball legacy.

Federal Sweep Nets 8,000 Arrests in Baltimore, Washington, 10 Other Cities

Justice Department Announces Six-Week, 12 city Crime Fighting Initiative Results

Justice Reinvestment Bill Expected to Return to Senate Wednesday

Concerns over amendments that would limit the scope and effect of the legislation delayed a vote on the bill earlier this week.

From Clean Energy Jobs to Greenhouse Gas Reduction, Environmental Legislation Moves Forward

A round-up of the current status of major environmental bills this session.

METRO CLOSED: Fire brings unprecedented shutdown of entire subway system

Metro makes an unprecedented move by closing its doors for 29 hours.

Here’s Why Maryland Officials Expect Less Money to Spend on State Programs Next Year

The big reason: Consumers aren’t buying enough stuff.

Domestic Violence Murder Rate High in Prince George’s County, Despite Relatively Few Reports of Domestic Violence

Attorney Angela D. Alsobrooks testified in Annapolis on Tuesday supporting a bill that would expand the definition of domestic abuse and harassment, following a rash of domestic violence murders in the county this year.