Maryland’s two redistricting commissions are allowing the public to draw their own congressional and legislative maps to submit for consideration. Sources said they took several factors into consideration as they outlined districts, such as population, geography and whether or not race should play a dominant role.
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Maryland redistricting groups drawing new congressional maps
Maryland’s legislative and congressional maps are due to be redrawn this year based on new census data. Although Maryland’s two redistricting commissions have differing views on how the lines should be drawn, the Maryland Citizen Redistricting Commission hopes that this year’s process will be more transparent and focused on listening to the public’s needs.
Education reform panel resists Hogan’s diversity request
The current nominees for the seven members of the education reform panel do not represent Latino communities, the Eastern Shore, Western Maryland or any other rural jurisdictions. Gov. Larry Hogan’s request to reopen the application process to more accurately reflect the student population has not been addressed yet.
Maryland to start Apple’s electronic credentials program
Maryland is one of eight states to adopt Apple’s new digital driver’s license program. This event is the result of 2019 state legislation for electronic credentials coming to fruition.
Centuries-old founding documents, letter on display in Annapolis
Early and immediate newspaper printings of the Declaration of Independence, Constitution and Bill of Rights, as well as historic engravings of the declaration, are on display at the Annapolis State House until Nov. 14, 2021.
Judge dies of apparent suicide after federal arrest attempt
Caroline County Circuit Court Judge Jonathan G. Newell is dead after sustaining a self-inflicted gunshot wound early Friday morning, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.
Hogan announces boosters for people 65+ in nursing homes
Marylanders 65 and over living in congregate care facilities, including nursing homes, are eligible for COVID-19 booster shots effective immediately.
Annapolis Latinos League provides safe space for players and spectators
Annapolis, MD- The Annapolis Latinos League was formed in 2018 by a single man, Kleber Llivichuzca. Llivichuzca created it with the intention of giving the Latino community a safe space to gather, free of drugs, alcohol and bad language.
“The case was done”: The testimony that solidified the Chauvin trial
When Dr. Martin Tobin took the stand on April 8 during Derek Chauvin’s murder trial, his calm demeanor was striking. The pulmonologist, wearing a red tie and glasses, spoke softly. His testimony came after days of emotional witness statements. Before…
How the evening news showed graphic content during the Chauvin trial
Graphic content can make or break a broadcast. Too much disturbing content risks desensitizing viewers, while omitting upsetting footage risks having inauthentic coverage. The Derek Chauvin trial was filled with disturbing evidence, which challenged CBS, ABC and NBC to decide…
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