The United States Mint shipped its new set of quarters featuring Chinese American actress Anna May Wong. This marks the first time an Asian American is featured on the U.S. currency.
Disparate Maryland school board candidates united on teacher shortage concerns
The nationwide post-pandemic teacher shortage is an issue throughout Maryland for a reason. The Maryland State Department of Education reported that in the 2021-2022 school year, an average of 10% of teachers did not return.
Elected officials, community leaders urge voters to legalize cannabis
Maryland is one of five states that will consider legalization initiatives on Nov. 8, including Arkansas, Missouri, North Dakota, and South Dakota. So far, 19 states and Washington, D.C. have legalized cannabis for adults 21 and older.
The U.S. dollar is strong right now. Here’s why.
The U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) has increased by 20% since the beginning of the year. This value measures the strength of the U.S. dollar against six foreign currencies.
Hitting Ukraine civilian targets is Russian strategy, US official says
Russian forces are purposefully striking civilian infrastructure as part of a military strategy, a senior U.S. military official said during a status update on Ukraine this week.
Silver Line extension could begin service before Thanksgiving despite train shortage, officials say
A year ago, Metro sidelined its newest trains, the 7000-series rail cars, after one derailed between the Rosslyn and Arlington Cemetery Metro stations because of wheel issues.
Maryland Republican Party at critical juncture as election nears
Larry Hogan is one of the most popular governors in Maryland’s recent history. But when Hogan asked his fellow Republicans to nominate Kelly Schulz, a candidate in his mold, to run for the state’s highest office, they instead chose Dan Cox, a 2020 election denier.
Coalition seeks voting access for Marylanders awaiting trial
According to a study by the Department of Justice, the average time in jail before going to trial for a person who is not able to attain pretrial release is about 135 days.
How Roe v. Wade’s overturn affects trans and nonbinary people who can get pregnant
The overturning of Roe v. Wade has been characterized as a women’s issue — but the decision also impacts transgender, nonbinary and gender-nonconforming people who can get pregnant and exacerbates already-existing barriers to reproductive care.
Marylanders will most likely vote to legalize recreational marijuana in November. What happens next?
If Question 4 is passed, a new amendment would legalize the possession, use and private growing of marijuana for Marylanders over 21 beginning July 1, 2023. It would also require the General Assembly to begin work on regulations.