Killer Commute: More Fatal Accidents Occur in Afternoon Rush Hour

WASHINGTON – Afternoon rush hour is the deadliest time on Maryland roadways, with the largest number of fatal accidents occurring between 5 and 6 p

Traditional Family Still Prevails in State, But Alternatives Are Growing

WASHINGTON – The Census Bureau defines a family as any household with two or more members related by blood or marriage

Woman Replace Time With Money, Giving ‘Circles’ New Spin

ANNAPOLIS –

Maryland is part of a growing philanthropic trend fueled by committed females willing to pool funds for favorite causes

Maryland on Verge of Record-Breaking Rainfall — And More is On the Way

WASHINGTON – This year is shaping up to be a rainfall record-breaker in parts of the state

General Assembly Must Find Way to Pay for School Reform Plan

ANNAPOLIS – The one point most politicians in Annapolis seem to be able to agree on lately is that the Thornton education legislation must be fully funded, despite a mounting budget deficit

Congress Leaves Federal Workers with Half a Promised Raise — For Now

WASHINGTON – For the second year in a row, Congress left town for the holidays without completing action on a spending bill that includes a 4

Some Lawmakers Push to Retain Transportation Trust Funds for Transportation

ANNAPOLIS – Some state lawmakers are tired of raids on Maryland’s transportation funding – more than $300 million was tapped recently to balance the state’s budget – and now they’re fighting to protect money for roads

Dollars for Daddies: State Likes Return on Investment in Fatherhood Programs

LANDOVER – On a Monday night in a Landover strip mall, 20 fathers of all ages pull their chairs in a circle to start their weekly support group session at Adam’s House

Report Card on Health Emergency Preparedness Gives Maryland High Marks

WASHINGTON – Maryland is one of the best states in the nation when it comes to preparation for health emergencies like bioterrorism, but it still has a long way to go, according to a report released Thursday