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
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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