Baltimore has had a difficult time in recent years with a growing violent crime problem and turmoil in the police department. But there are still ongoing efforts to build relationships within the community in the hopes of turning things around. One such program takes aim at some of the city’s youngest residents. That program has kids and officers taking to the water together.
Legislative battle is personal for woman who lost family members to suicide
Bowie resident Dorothy Paugh made the trip from her home to Annapolis last week to add her voice to a bill that would allow the seizure of weapons and ammunition for individuals with a history of domestic violence or depression. The bill, referred to as “red flag” legislation, is a personal mission for Paugh whose father and middle son both committed suicide. Paugh says her hope is that the bill may save the lives of others.
Better ball movement comes at a cost for the Wizards
The Washington Wizards have learned to pass the ball well without John Wall, but at the same time, their ball-handling mistakes underscore how much they miss the all-star guard.
General Assembly celebrates Shock Trauma leader’s decades of service
Dr. Thomas Scalea has spent the past 20 years pioneering new methods of treating trauma in Maryland. Most recently, he is working to spread the “Stop The Bleed” program to make tourniquets common in public spaces.
High school culinary talents put to the test in annual competition
High school culinary talents are put to the test in annual competition
Area readies for an early bloom for Washington’s famed cherry blossoms
Springtime is coming and that means Washington’s Cherry Blossoms will soon be in bloom.
Governor Larry Hogan commits $175 million to increase school safety
Following the tragic shooting in Parkland, Florida, Governor Larry Hogan says he wants to make sure that something like that never happens in Maryland.
Threats made against Maryland schools increase following Parkland massacre
In the wake of the massacre of 17 students and teachers at Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, a number of school systems in Maryland are reporting a spike in threats. Anne Arundel County is among them. Still, the county’s school administration and teacher’s union question the call for some instructors to be armed while on school grounds.
Anne Arundel County animal shelter’s reading program helps community bond with animals
n Anne Arundel County teenager has found a way to bring the local community together through books and shelter animals.
Supporters, opponents square off over proposed hike in state’s minimum wage
In a hearing before the House Economic Matters Committee, supporters of a proposed hike in Maryland’s minimum wage argued that the current rate leaves hundreds of thousands of the state’s working families trapped in a cycle of poverty. Opponents say that increasing the current $9.25 an hour to $15 would only hurt small businesses and possibly lead to the elimination of many jobs.