Maryland

Department of Juvenile Services Withdraws Regulations on Placement of Girls

ANNAPOLIS – The Department of Juvenile Services withdrew proposed regulations this week that would have allowed it to send girls in the justice system away from their families and communities, all while guaranteeing close-to-home services for most male offenders

Mikulski Joins Inspiration for Rosa’s Law at White House Signing Ceremony

WASHINGTON – The family that inspired legislation to change the federal definition of mentally handicapped joined Maryland Democratic Sen

Monitor’s Report Calls for More Improvements at Cheltenham After February Killing

ANNAPOLIS – Inadequate security policies and equipment, and an overworked staff contributed to the dangerous environment that led to the February murder of a teacher at Cheltenham Youth Facility, according to a report released Thursday

Obama Recalls ’08 Campaign to Rally Voters for O’Malley

BOWIE – President Obama recalled the spirit of his 2008 campaign Thursday at a rally at Bowie State University, calling on Marylanders to re-elect Democrats who he said are crucial to moving the country forward

Terrorists Find Wealth of Information on the Web – But Much of It Is Wrong, Professor Says

COLLEGE PARK – For terrorists and extremists worldwide, the Internet is increasingly becoming a place to share information, such as how to build bombs and execute attacks

Wicomico Couple Joins Congressional Roster of ‘Adoption Angels’

HEBRON – Scott and Amy Ness thought they would start with foster care

Bid Winner Denied $4.8 Million State Contract

ANNAPOLIS – The Board of Public Works Wednesday declined to approve a $4

Privacy Debate Fuels Supreme Court Hearing on Soldier’s Funeral Protest

WASHINGTON – Inside a packed courtroom Wednesday, all nine Supreme Court justices grappled with whether — and to what degree — the funeral of a fallen soldier is a public or private event

Obama Praises Maryland Female Entrepreneur

WASHINGTON – President Obama singled out Mount Airy businesswoman, Theresa Alfaro Daytner for her inspiring work building her business, during his speech honoring women in business Tuesday evening