Elahe Mohammadi wanted to write about the funeral for a young woman who died in police custody and to interview the mourning family as they buried their loved one. Instead, the newspaper reporter for Ham Mihan in Tehran was arrested, according to the Committee to Protect Journalists, an international press advocacy organization.
Van Hollen, Democrats plan push for stronger policy protecting civilians from American weapons used by allies
Even though the White House has taken steps aimed at protecting civilians from American weapons in war zones, Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-Maryland, said that he would press for a stronger response.
Sparks fly as Democrats try to cap event ticket prices
State lawmakers are proposing legislation that cracks down on ticket scalping in Maryland.
Supreme Court will decide if cities can punish homelessness while a record number of people sleep on the street
The U.S. Supreme Court will decide if local governments can punish homeless people who sleep or camp outside.
House committee passes bill streamlining US arms sales
After U.S. arms exports hit a record high in 2023, the House Foreign Affairs Committee voted to advance legislation aimed at speeding up U.S. arms exports.
Mahomes, Chiefs outlast 49ers to claim back-to-back Super Bowls
Four times during regulation play, the Kansas City Chiefs had worked their way inside the 49ers’ 20-yard line but on those drives had scored just nine points.
Maryland’s Hogan makes surprise entry into GOP race for US Senate
Hogan, a Republican, announced his campaign on Friday via social media, releasing a video just nine hours before Maryland’s candidacy deadline and surprising a lot of political observers.
Annual Smithsonian orchid exhibit highlights plant conservation and protection
Smithsonian Gardens and the United States Botanic Garden have opened their annual orchid exhibit. This year’s theme is “The Future of Orchids: Conservation and Collaboration.”
Senators grill pharmaceutical CEOs on the high cost of prescription drugs in the U.S.
Senators have rebuked CEOs of three major U.S.-based pharmaceutical companies for the high cost of prescription drugs in America.
Officer fights to deter drivers like one who harmed him
Less than four months after losing his legs in an attempt to stop a reckless highway driver, a Montgomery County police officer is at the forefront of a movement to crack down on negligent driving in Maryland.