Maryland Republican Governor Larry Hogan was sworn in for his second term Wednesday. His inauguration was a sight to see, but was not easy to set up. Many workers and volunteers contributed to the success of the day.
Federal employees at BWI Airport start to feel pinch of shutdown
TSA workers and air traffic controllers at BWI airport are starting to feel the pinch from the on-going partial shutdown of the government.
Cummings, Sanders propose bills to reduce drug prices
Maryland 7th Congressional District Representative Elijah Cummings and Vermont U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders, along with other Capitol Hill legislators, introduce three bills that aim to fight the rising cost of prescription drugs.
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.
Local high school football player pursuing music dreams
Jackson Dean has been a stand-out football player throughout his life, but now he’s trading in the gridiron for the stage. After his recent rendition of the National Anthem at a home game went viral, he’s setting his sights on a country music performing career.
MD lawmakers seek answers from USM Regents about football controversy
State lawmakers grilled the head of the University System of Maryland Board of Regents on Thursday concerning the Board’s actions following the death of Terp football player Jordan McNair.