The options range in scope from one statewide increase to “county choice” measures that would grant jurisdictions the individual authority to set their own base rates of pay.
Acidic Chesapeake Bay Water Could Threaten Oysters
A more acidic bay could make it more difficult for mollusks, such as oysters, to build their shells through a process called calcification. But it could help crustaceans, such as blue crabs, build their shells more quickly. This could disrupt the evolutionary balance of the two because blue crabs prey on oysters.
Baltimore Compost Company Partners with Starbucks
EarthBrew Compost founder Eric Steiner collects used coffee grounds from local Starbucks to make compost, cutting back on waste and preserving natural resources.
Legislation Aims to Ensure Maryland Crab Cakes are True to Name
Lawmakers in the state capital are being asked to consider a new bill that would prohibit restaurants and markets from selling mislabeled seafood, and require labeling of the origins of crabmeat.
Local football star promotes literacy at area school
The Washington NFL Franchise’s Josh Morgan visited Washington Grove Elementary School in Gaithersburg today. Employees from FedEx joined him as they promoted literacy by delivering books to the school.
National Day of Prayer Unites Faith Leaders and CBC
It was an intermingling of church and state on Capitol Hill today when members of the Congressional Black Caucus and faith leaders from across the country came together for a National Day of Prayer to end poverty and income inequality.
Lawmakers Debate Bills That Would Protect Victims of Dog Bites
Witnesses and several lawmakers gave emotional statements during a debate whether the owners of pit bulls should be treated differently under Maryland law.
Ice Breaking Ships Help Keep Chesapeake Waters Safe
Throughout Maryland, watermen haven’t been able to work for days at a time because of one of the state’s coldest winters in more than three years. They rely on the state’s icebreaker boats to clear the waterways.
Calls for Campaign Reform on Capitol Hill
A coalition in the U.S. House of Representatives is seeking to limit the influence of big money in federal elections and encourage small donations from all Americans.
Maryland Courts Seek to Expand Use of Video Conferencing
Maryland courts propose expanding the use of video conferencing, but some lawmakers are concerned the technology is too impersonal for use in juvenile proceedings.