An Iraq War veteran and double leg amputee, former Army Sgt. Ryan Major, has found physical and emotional healing by kayaking with a non-profit organization called Team River Runner.
Maryland
About Face: How the Army Gave a Man Direction
A Washington native, Adrea Benedetti never would have gone to college if it weren’t for the GI Bill. He dropped out of high school at 16 and three years later was recruited to join the Army. Now, he is completing his bachelor’s at the University of Maryland University College.
Legislation Would Ease Pressure on Pit Bull Owners and Landlords
In April, the Maryland Court of Appeals ruled that owning pit bulls or allowing them on your property is an “inherently dangerous activity.
Gas Tax Changes in Maryland and Virginia Could Affect Where Commuters Buy their Gas
A gas tax repeal in Virginia or an increase in Maryland could make Maryland to Virginia commuters fill up near work, instead of near home.
Poll Shows Maryland Voters Support Assault Weapons Ban
Maryland voters support an assault weapons ban, strongly oppose a gas tax, and show increasing opposition to the death penalty, according to a new Gonzales Research & Marketing Strategies, Inc. poll.
Maryland Delegation Puts Women First
The Maryland delegation put women’s issues at the forefront of its agenda Wednesday with the reintroduction of both the Violence Against Women Act and the Paycheck Fairness Act.
Death Penalty: Maryland Executions and Death Row Inmates (Interactive Graphic)
Maryland has had five executions since 1976 when the U.S. Supreme Court reinstated the death penalty and there are currently five inmates on the state’s death row awaiting execution.
Delegate Reintroduces Cell Phone Ban Legislation
Delegate James E. Malone Jr. proposed legislation making it a primary offense to talk on the phone while driving.
Legislators Look to Eliminate Loophole in Maryland Sex Law
Maryland legislators introduced bills to address a loophole in the state’s sex law.