Maryland

Education Secretary visits Maryland school on heels of sequester

Federal budget cuts to early childhood education that could affect 800 Maryland students are a poor idea, according to Education Secretary Arne Duncan, who met Friday with students and teachers at Rolling Terrace Elementary School.

Amendments to Gun Control Bill Narrow Definition of Assault Rifle, Reduce Training Requirements

The Senate approved a series of amendments Wednesday to Gov. Martin O’Malley’s gun control legislation.

More Maryland Markets Need More Farmers

Farmers markets are in every county in Maryland, but there are not enough local farmers to meet the demand.

Lack of Female Mentors Can Affect Female Science Enrollment

Female faculty can play an important role in students’ decision to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering and math fields.

Legislators Want to Restrict Custody Rights for Parents Convicted of Sexual Abuse of a Child

A bill that would deny custody and visitation to parents guilty of sexual abuse of a minor was heard by the Senate Judicial Proceedings Committee Thursday.

Bill Aimed at Social Media Cyber Bullies

Delegate Jon Cardin, D-Baltimore County, is putting forth a bill that would make publicly posted cyberbullying a crime in Maryland.

Bill Would Restrict Shackling of Pregnant Inmates in Md.

Maryland’s General Assembly is considering legislation that would restrict the practice of shackling pregnant inmates.

Shark Fin Soup Might Leave the Menu

A bill in both the House and Senate would make it illegal, with some exceptions, to distribute, possess, sell or trade shark fins in Maryland, effectively making it illegal to sell shark fin soup in the state.

Sequester Could Close Five Regional Air Traffic Control Towers

Air traffic control towers at Maryland’s five regional airports could shut down on April 1 as the Department of Transportation plans ways to cut its budget should the sequester occur, Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood said Friday.

New Program Connects Children to Mental Health Services

Primary care doctors given resources to take a more active role in children’s mental health.