Protesters Clog Senators’ Phone and Fax Lines with Anti-War Messages

WASHINGTON – Antiwar demonstrators took to the suites Wednesday, flooding U

Nursing Moms Ask Lawmakers For Protection

ANNAPOLIS – It’s all natural, physician-recommended and good for children, but in the state of Maryland, it’s not protected by law

Agencies Split as Virginia Plan to Test Foreign Oysters in Bay Inches Forward

WASHINGTON – At least one federal agency will appeal Virginia’s plan to plant 1 million Asian oysters in the Chesapeake Bay, saying the proposal plays “Russian roulette” with the environment

Change in AMBER Alert Message to Help Clear Up Confusion

ANNAPOLIS – With the growing number of alerts — code blues at local schools or color-coded federal terrorist warnings — Maryland officials want no confusion when asking the public’s help in searching for an abducted child

Ehrlich-Busch Battle Brings Race Into Slots Debate

ANNAPOLIS – Allegations of using race to influence policy took the front row at a House hearing about what was already the most controversial issue of the session – Gov

Area Leaders Welcome News of the Region’s Own Homeland Security Coordinator

WASHINGTON – The man responsible for federal response and recovery in New York City after the World Trade Center attacks has been appointed to coordinate homeland security efforts in the Washington area, according to the Department of Homeland Security

U.S. Attorney Will Prosecute Baltimore City, Prince George’s County Gun Crimes

WASHINGTON – Baltimore City and Prince George’s County prosecutors welcomed news that the U

Hospitals Say Funding Crisis Could Force Some Trauma Centers to Close

WASHINGTON – Maryland hospitals say they have reached a financial “crisis point” that could force them to shut down some of the state’s trauma centers by summer, threatening what is considered one of the best trauma networks in the country

Maryland Welfare Numbers Continue Decline, Mirroring Six-Year National Trend

WASHINGTON – Despite the economic downturn and rising unemployment, the average number of Marylanders on welfare fell from 68,221 in fiscal 2001 to 65,565 in fiscal 2002

US-China Business Leaders Court Over Szechuan Delicacies

ROCKVILLE – Set two days before Valentine’s Day, the banquet at Seven Seas Restaurant had all the makings of romance: tables set with fine linen, the smell of exotic dishes floating in from kitchen and bright red napkins folded like blooming flowers