Maryland begins unemployment planning for potential federal shutdown

The Maryland Department of Labor proposed two different methods of compensation for federal employees who could be impacted by a government shutdown next month to lawmakers Tuesday.

Maryland joins DC, 40 other states suing Meta, claiming mental health harms to children

Maryland, the District of Columbia and 40 other states are suing Meta alleging that its platforms cause harm to children by building addictive features.

Photo gallery: Israeli and Palestinian faces before the war

A picture of Israel and Palestine, nine months before the war between Hamas and Israel began.

Maryland Muslim communities fear rise in hate crimes amid Israel-Hamas conflict

The Maryland chapter of the Council on American and Islamic Relations discusses how communities are keeping safe and combating false narratives.

Halloween beetle sneaks inside to provide a scare as temps drop

These little bugs are extremely valuable to plant life but they bite, too.

As Laurel Park readies for Maryland Million, experts discuss safety of troubled sport

New safety measures may not be enough to quiet criticism of the sport, which has seen numerous, high-profile horse deaths.

Need a new way to relax? Try birding.

Birdwatching, or birding, is considered one of the fastest-growing outdoor activities in the country. According to the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, about 45 million Americans participate in the hobby. Many people first picked up birding during the COVID-19 pandemic and discovered a new passion while restricted to their homes or trying to stay isolated outdoors.

Lawsuit accuses Maryland-based disability claims firm of unlawful practices

A recent lawsuit filed on behalf of veterans alleges that Just4Veterans, a Clarksburg, Maryland-based disability claims consultancy that operates nationally, is violating federal law. 

Maryland’s 2023 traffic fatalities may top 2007’s grim death toll

Maryland is on track to see the highest number of roadway fatalities since 2007, according to Motor Vehicle Administrator Christine Nizer, with Prince George’s County leading the state in fatal crashes.

Washington’s World Culture Festival focused on peace and community

Last weekend the nation’s capital hosted the fourth World Culture Festival, a celebration of culture, peace and community, on the National Mall.