ANNAPOLIS, Maryland – While the Trump administration’s report last month detailing the effects of rising global temperatures said Maryland had begun feeling the consequences of climate change, lawmakers and state agencies already are taking steps aimed at combating it. From…
Ellicott City business owners rebounding again from catastrophic floods
After the damage caused in the 2016 and 2018 floods, business owners are reopening their stores in Ellicott City every day. It’s those brick and mortar stores, along with the residents, that make the town unique. But some say the toll could be greater than dollars and cents if another major flood hits.
Ellicott City continues to battle back from devastating floods even as the future remains uncertain
The beauty and charm of Howard County’s historic Ellicott City have been tested since its founding in 1772 by devastating, at times deadly, floods. Yet the town keeps coming back. In this special report the Capital News Service looks at what makes Ellicott City so vulnerable and why so many believe the efforts to save the town are worth it—even as they differ on how best to do it.
Dance project used to lift spirits in recovering Ellicott City
Starting over after the Ellicott City flooding has been difficult for many local businesses and community members. But one woman turned the devastation into art to help the city rebuild.
Ellicott City residents remain hopeful despite challenges from devastating floods
Following two devastating floods in the past two years, Ellicott City is still picking up the pieces and planning for the future.
Destructive Ellicott City floods blamed on nature and development
In recent years, Ellicott city has garnered national attention…not for historical significance…but for the 2016 and 2018 floods that devastated the community. Those deadly floods are blamed on a combination of nature and complications brought on by development.
Ellicott City residents remain committed to town’s future despite floods, tragedies
While some may question why residents of Ellicott City remain despite two devastating once-in-a-thousand-year floods within two years, those who live in the historic town say the benefits of living in the quaint, quirky town are worth it.
More District residents learning about new end-of-life law
WASHINGTON – More than a year after a controversial end-of-life law went into effect in the District of Columbia, advocacy groups say they are now seeing a higher public response to its efforts to ensure city residents know the law…
The Washington Bullpen, Episode 12
WASHINGTON – On episode 12 of The Washington Bullpen podcast, host Jarod Golub brings listeners the latest on Gamble v. United States (the Supreme Court double jeopardy case), all the updates on U.S.-China relations after the G20 financial summit over…
Shelters, services lagging behind growing youth homelessness
State agencies and community partnerships are adjusting to surges in homelessness, while housing and food assistance are lacking across the state, particularly for the homeless who are younger than 25.