Governor Larry Hogan hosted Maryland’s Congressional delegation at the State House to discuss federal priorities for 2015.
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Montgomery County Surveys Its Homeless Population
Homeless advocates for Montgomery County hit the streets of Silver Spring at 5:00 a.m. to count the homeless population.
6% of Maryland’s Bridges Need Repairs, Report Says
Although 6 percent of Maryland’s bridges are in poor or worse condition, and while the state and it’s local governments designate a lower percentage of their highway and transportation funding for bridge repairs than most other states, officials say Maryland’s bridge program is doing well.
Girls Conquer The World of Technology
A five-member all girl team of a Howard County middle school wins “Best in Nation” in Verizon’s “Innovative App Challenge.”
Local Farm Produces Solar Energy
According to a survey by Solar Foundation, Maryland ranks 13 in the country for solar jobs.
Maryland Puts Voluntary Ban on Palcohol
Maryland State Comptroller Peter Franchot and Maryland Alcohol Wholesalers and Distributors have reached an agreement on the voluntary ban of the product Palcohol. Pacohol, powdered alcohol, was approved by the FDA but state leaders say there are too many risks associated with the product.
Cardin to Replace Menendez as Ranking Member of Foreign Relations Committee
Sen. Ben Cardin, D-Md., will become ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee after Sen. Robert Menendez, D-N.J. stepped down amid corruption charges, Senate Minority Leader Harry Reid’s office announced Thursday.
Van Hollen Campaign Raises $1 Million in 4 Weeks
The Van Hollen for Senate Campaign announced Wednesday that it has raised $1 million in the first four weeks of Rep. Chris Van Hollen’s, D-Kensington, campaign for Sen. Barbara Mikulski’s seat.
HUD Launches National Media Campaign
The Department of Housing and Urban Development launched a national media campaign Wednesday designed to draw more attention to some of the most significant housing discrimination issues.