After a Norfolk Southern train derailment spewed a toxic cloud that drove thousands in East Palestine from their homes, freight trains with the same chemicals central to that disaster roll through town — with few steps taken by lawmakers to prevent another disaster.
Maryland may dip into its climate fund to pay for other things
Gov. Wes Moore’s budget proposes redirecting funds originally meant for renewable energy initiatives to help patch the nearly $3 billion budget deficit instead.
Travelers at Reagan reflect on safety – and life – after fatal crash
WASHINGTON – Lynn Vera stood in front of the departure board for American Airlines at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport Thursday morning. Red rows lined the screen, marking more flights canceled than delayed. While she was driving to the airport,…
Officials switch from rescue to recovery at site of deadly American Airlines crash
An American Airlines jet carrying 64 people crashed into the Potomac River following a mid-air collision with a U.S. Army helicopter.
Marylanders mark an iconic week of Trump and MLK
ANNAPOLIS– The week of Jan. 20 has been almost a sacred one for Maryland lawmakers, as they reflect on the messages of two different icons – President Donald Trump and Martin Luther King Jr. Monday marked both Inauguration Day and…
Trump resumes power and promises a “golden age”
WASHINGTON, D.C.–Republican Donald Trump took office as the 47th President of the United States Monday, saying that he was “saved by God to make America great again.” “In everything we do, my administration will be inspired by a strong pursuit…
Trump draws boos and cheers from weekend crowds
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Activists from across the country are gathering in the nation’s capital this weekend, some celebrating the upcoming inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump while others are pledging to resist his policies. Saturday’s demonstrations united progressives in concern over…
Gov. Moore hopes to make Maryland the quantum capital of the world
COLLEGE PARK – Gov. Moore is pledging to make Maryland the “quantum capital of the world,” proposing a significant investment into the industry of super-fast computing amid a budget crisis in the state. Speaking at the College Park headquarters of…
Families salute Maryland women of “Six Triple Eight”
Catonsville, Md. – Nineteen women from Maryland served during World War II in the 6888th Battalion, the predominantly black postal unit now the subject of the blockbuster film “The Six Triple Eight.” After decades of hearing their stories only as…
Gov. Moore plans huge cuts to state budget
ANNAPOLIS–As the General Assembly starts its new legislative session, one big thing is on the mind of Maryland lawmakers: fixing a massive budget deficit that may call for tax hikes and cuts to beloved programs. Gov. Wes Moore emphasized that…