So far this year there have been about 160 mass shootings since the beginning of the year. Gun violence in the United States has led to hundreds of family members’ lives changed forever. Mary Moreland shares the story of her and her daughter, Tina Frost’s, path to healing.
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Early voting starts for special mayoral election
Early voting has started for the May 6th special mayoral election. This is after now-former Mayor Patrick Wojahn stepped down in light of child pornography charges.
High school cosmetology students open one-day fundraising salon
Thomas Edison High School of Technology gives students the ability to explore their interests hands-on. Cosmetology students open a one-day salon to fund those who will participate in the SkillsUSA local and national competition.
Child care prices account for more of median family incomes in Somerset and Baltimore City, data shows
Families in Central Maryland may spend more money in childcare than jurisdictions in Western Maryland and on the Eastern Shore, but they make higher median family incomes than other places.
Orioles’ international scouting strategy initiates shifts in team characteristics
An international scouting operation developed in 2019 is creating more diverse minor league affiliate teams.
The “multiverse” of music genres is warping into a sea of vibes
Once rigid classifications around music genres are deteriorating as streaming algorithms tailor sounds to listeners. Are vibes the future?
Maryland’s top invasive plant species import harm to natives
Invasive plants reproduce aggressively in multiple ways, and at a much faster pace than indigenous plants.
Paul Monteiro set to make Moore’s vision for youth service year a reality in Maryland
The program will be open to recent high school graduates, and will place them in service roles throughout the state as an alternative to attending college or starting a career.
Historically successful UCLA gymnastics faces challenges in move to Big Ten
UCLA will join the Big Ten in August 2024, meaning its gymnastics team will take on a new slate of conference opponents during the 2025 season.
New MLB rules lead to shorter games and more stolen bases
A pitch clock, larger bases, and shift restrictions are the new normal for Major League Baseball, after being tested at the minor league level last year.