Several Maryland delegates are preparing to argue to keep the death penalty for certain aggravating circumstances. The death penalty repeal bill will be debated in the House Wednesday.
Spay Neuter: Legislators Propose Bill to Reduce Homeless Animal Problem
ANNAPOLIS — Supporters of legislation creating a special fund to support spay/neuter services in the state through a surcharge on registration fees paid by the makers of pet food sold in Maryland, made their case before the House Environmental Matters Committee Thursday.
Participation in Club Sports Increases, as Does Pressure
Club sports allow young athletes to hone their skills, get recruited and have fun, but sports industry leaders and coaches warn that the pressure to perform on children can be overwhelming.
Senate Poised to Vote for Repeal of Death Penalty, House of Delegates Next
After three days of debates on amendments, the Maryland Senate is expected to pass a bill to repeal the death penalty Wednesday.
Legislators Want to Restrict Custody Rights for Parents Convicted of Sexual Abuse of a Child
A bill that would deny custody and visitation to parents guilty of sexual abuse of a minor was heard by the Senate Judicial Proceedings Committee Thursday.
O’Malley Aims to Expand School Breakfast Program
Gov. Martin O’Malley said he’s included $1.8 million in his proposed budget towards expanding a program that feeds breakfast to students.
Student CSI: Metro Area Students Prepare for Jobs in Forensic Science
Students from throughout the metropolitan Washington area tried their hand at solving crime and found it’s much different than what’s portrayed by television crime scene investigators.
Sen. President Miller, Republican “Neanderthals,” Spar Over Gas Tax
Republicans call Senate President Thomas V. “Mike” Miller Jr.’s gas tax plan irresponsible. Miller disagrees and compares them to Neanderthals.
Local Animal Rescue Shelters Play Cupid, Pair Homeless Pups With Human Companions
More than 20 different rescue groups and shelters from across the Mid-Atlantic region went looking for love last Saturday, attending the fifth annual, “Camp Bow Wow Cupids and Canine’s Adopt-a-thon” to match needy pets with potential owners.
Delegates Withdraw Bill Requiring Headgear in Girls Lacrosse
A House bill that would require girls to wear headgear while playing lacrosse was pulled Friday following strong opposition from coaches and lacrosse officials across the state.