Drive-in theaters struggle to convert to the digital age with economic woes, but one outdoor Baltimore theater is staying positive
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Furloughed Helpers Lend a Hand to Animals in Need
The extra downtime from the government shutdown has brought some much needed extra help to the area’s largest pet shelter.
Former Terps Stand Up for Gay Rights Leading Up to Olympics
Two former University of Maryland athletes are at the center of the fight against the anti-gay laws that have been put in place by Russian president Vladimir Putin as the 2014 Sochi Olympics approach.
Maryland’s Higher Education Institutions are Pioneering New Course Designs, Chancellor Tells Senate
The chancellor of Maryland’s University System told a Senate committee that institutions of higher education can reduce costs and become more effective by using massive online courses and blended-learning classes.
Maryland Food Stamp Recipients, Organizations, Scramble Under Shadow of Benefit Cuts
The expiration of the 2009 American Recovery and Reinvestment Act puts Maryland food stamp recipients at risk of losing a portion of their benefits.
Sports Columnists, News Organizations Dropping Name of Washington’s NFL Franchise
A growing number of media organizations have stopped or limited use of the official name of Washington’s NFL franchise.
Judge in Deaf Abuse Case Forbids Sign Language, Facial Gestures in Courtroom
Howard County judge forbids facial gestures, signing, during Maryland School for the Deaf sexual abuse case.
Libertarianism Attracting College Students, Others, Looking for Political Alternative
Libertarianism is becoming especially popular among younger voters, many of whom are tired of the stalemate between Republicans and Democrats in Washington, as evidenced by the 16-day government shutdown.
Tea Party Attitude Toward Obama Influenced by Race
Political scientists say tea party supporters’ racial resentment is expressed through their dislike of President Obama.
Scientists Deal with Shutdown Fallout, Fear for Future Research
Scientists are scrambling to recover after the government shutdown forced their research to go dark and cut off federal funding for weeks. And the already beleaguered scientific community fears that another shutdown in January could be devastating.