Inspectors Go To Great Lengths to Ensure Bridge Safety

WASHINGTON – Climbing over large spans, whacking them with hammers, listening for hollow sounds, and examining every foot for defects, Maryland’s bridge inspectors try to ensure what motorists may take for granted: safe bridges

For Many, Fear of Crossing Bridges Alters Travel Plans, Lives

WASHINGTON – If driving over bridges makes you panic, you’re not alone

Several Western Maryland Bridges Slated For Replacement

WASHINGTON – Eleven bridges in four Western Maryland counties are rated by the state as structurally deficient and must be replaced or repaired, state records show

Baltimore and Montgomery Counties Draw the Most Bridge Money

WASHINGTON – Bridges in Baltimore County are drawing more federal funds for repair and replacement than bridges in any other Maryland municipality, county and state officials said in recent interviews

GOP Committee Bolsters Campaign War Chests

ANNAPOLIS – The Maryland GOP Senate-House Committee, an obscure political action committee, has become a muscular force in legislative campaign finance

Drug-Free Schools Program Endangered by Congress

WASHINGTON – All substance abuse prevention programs in Montgomery County schools would be wiped out and Prince George’s County efforts would be badly weakened if Congress eliminates federal funds for a drug-free schools program, program directors said

School for Disruptive Youth Is Hitting Its Stride

BLADENSBURG – A couple of months ago, few teachers would have seen much potential in Antione Forrest

CNS,Bridge Collapses,680

WASHINGTON – Residents of Denton, Md