The Freedom to Read Act supports school librarians

PRINCE FREDERICK, Md. – Maryland librarians praise passage of the Freedom to Read Act, which thwarts attempted book bans in the state.

Montgomery Co., Maryland students prepare for school’s first prom at third annual ‘Project Prom Dress’

Montgomery County students shop lightly used prom attire for free in preparation for their school’s first prom.

The University of Maryland and Johns Hopkins University men’s lacrosse rivalry runs deep

Maryland men’s lacrosse and Johns Hopkins men’s lacrosse will take part in another rendition of “The Rivalry.”

Montgomery Co., Maryland’s Office of Consumer Protection warns residents about driveway paving scams

As spring rolls around more homeowners are having their driveways re-paved.

Lawmakers tangle over Biden pause on new LNG terminals

WASHINGTON – House Republicans criticized the Biden administration Thursday for its temporary pause in liquified natural gas (LNG) export applications, citing negative impacts on the economy and international relationships. “This administration’s pause has caused a great alarm and uncertainty, particularly…

To prod congressional action, bill would cut lawmakers’ pay after mass shootings

Members of Congress would have their pay reduced each time there is a mass shooting until lawmakers take action on gun safety reforms.

Maryland basketball games can look empty inside the cavernous Xfinity Center

Maryland has the second largest arena in the Big Ten for both men’s and women’s basketball. The size could explain why Xfinity Center often looks emptier than the announced attendance.

Whistleblowers warn Congress of alleged safety lapses at Boeing

Boeing Co. quality engineer Sam Salehpour raised concerns about manufacturing shortcuts taken by the company, warning a Senate panel that the flying public could be at risk.

After deadly work zone crashes, a push for change

After a pair of deadly work zone incidents cast attention on the dangers of road work, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore enacted a set of protections for workers and their families that his administration describes as “a moral imperative.”

Moore celebrates bipartisan wins in second session

Gov. Wes Moore bragged about “going 26 for 26” in passing his bills through the General Assembly, a display of bipartisan achievement he called “Maryland’s win.”