The Women’s March on Washington came just a day after Donald Trump was sworn into office. Two days after that he signed an executive order that critics say could impact women and their health care around the world. On Wednesday, they marched to the White House to make their voices heard.
Metro’s Finance Committee approves budget with service cuts, fare hikes
Metro’s revised $1.8 billion budget was approved Thursday by the the Board’s Finance Committee. It now awaits approval by the full Metro board. The budget includes cuts which will mean a reduction in service and higher fares for riders.
Coast Guard launches new ship to help protect Maryland waters
A bigger and better Coast Guard Cutter, the Lawrence Lawson, is about to sail the waters around Maryland to help with search and rescue, prevent overfishing and keep the seas and sea creatures safe.
Legislators ask governor to increase HBCU funding
Maryland’s historically black colleges say there are inequalities when it comes to being properly funded by the state. A senate committee heard testimony on a bill REQUIRING the Governor to include additional for the state’s HBCU’s in his budget.
Terrapin Three-Peat for UMD women’s basketball team
For the third straight year, Maryland won the Big10 Women’s Basketball Tournament, this time with a mix of veteran experience and a youthful bench.
Lady Terps snag the win against Minnesota in the tourney
In their first game of the Big Ten Women’s Basketball Tournament, Maryland faced off against Minnesota, and came out with the victory, their second win by double-digits this year against the Golden Gophers.
Lady Terps prep for road to third consecutive tournament title
Coach Brenda Frese and her Lady Terps prepare for competition in the 24th Big Ten Women’s Basketball Tournament. Maryland sits as the No.2 seed and will go head to head against No.10 Minnesota in their first matchup of the tourney. If the Terps bring the championship back to College Park, they will become the first Big Ten school to win three straight conference titles.
Read Across America Day brings out a little Seuss for students and adults
Some local officials joined with elementary school students in celebrating the joy of reading and the importance of literacy. One favorite author for both kids and adults was Dr. Seuss.
ACA supporters prepare for possible changes in Obamacare
With President Trump making it clear in his speech to a joint session of Congress on Tuesday that he still intends to make changes in the Affordable Care Act, health advocates are teaming up with some Annapolis lawmakers to provide protection for Maryland residents should that happen.
Fracking battle hits the Maryland State House
With a moratorium on fracking due to expire in the fall, supporters and opponents of fracking are waging a battle at the Maryland State House.