In Carroll County, schools are required to notify parents if a student wishes to change their pronouns or otherwise identify as a gender other than the one they were assigned at birth, according to guidelines published by Carroll County Public…
Trump’s DOD pick worries some Maryland vets
For veteran Jennifer Hunt, the recent rehashing of women’s ability to serve in combat has been a distraction from the profound issues the Department of Defense has to deal with.
As top Democrat on House judiciary panel, Maryland’s Raskin says rule of law will be top priority
Maryland Rep. Jamie Raskin, who is expected to be the top Democrat on the House Judiciary Committee in January, said he is focused on safeguarding the Constitution.
Chance Stephens uses cryotherapy to enhance recovery from knee injury
Chance Stephens tore his patellar tendon before he could ever play for Maryland men’s basketball but after a challenging recovery process, he’s back on the court due to the help of cryotherapy.
Maryland Democrats prepare for Trump 2.0
Maryland Democratic leaders are projecting confidence about how the state will fare under Donald Trump, but are concerned about how quickly he might enact some of his policies.
Maryland’s Senate race drives record outside spending
Outside groups poured over $57 million into Maryland’s congressional races during the 2024 cycle – over five times more than any prior election, according to FEC data that stretches back two decades. The vast majority – 90% of it –…
Maryland adult-use cannabis sales expected to yield over $100 million in tax revenue in 2025
Cannabis retail sales in Maryland for fiscal year 2025 are expected to reach over $1.1 billion according to the Maryland Cannabis Administration (MCA), with the state anticipating to yield over $100 million in tax revenue based on the state’s 9%…
Many Americans get their news from influencers with a conservative lean, according to Pew study
Some demographics of Americans whose support for Trump grew between 2020 and 2024 are also likely to get their news from social media influencers.
On the basis of sex? SCOTUS hears arguments on Tennessee trans care ban
The Supreme Court heard oral arguments Wednesday about the constitutionality of Tennessee’s 2023 ban on gender-affirming health care for minors.
Journalist fatalities are rising, a memorial is going up in their honor
Planned for completion in Washington, D.C., by 2028, the Fallen Journalists Memorial will honor journalists worldwide who have lost their lives in the line of duty. With over 3,100 fatalities recorded, including a recent sharp rise in conflict zones like Gaza, the memorial will stand as a tribute to the risks journalists face in their quest to keep the public well-informed and uphold democracy.