ANNAPOLIS–Low gas prices, increased police presence, suspended roadwork and toll booth failsafes may provide motorists cheaper, safer and quicker Thanksgiving travel across Maryland. The Maryland Transportation Authority expects a 1 percent increase in road traffic during the holiday travel period,…
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Bradley Beal Is Back, and That Should be Good News for the Wizards
Washington Wizards fans had dreamed of a backcourt of John Wall, Beal and Paul Pierce, but the team didn’t see that until Wednesday night against the Dallas Mavericks.
Juvenile Offenders Speak About Self-Respect, Change in Oratorical Contest
The state Department of Juvenile Services, partnered with the Maryland Department of Education, hosted its 20th annual oratory competition Wednesday. Thirteen youths came from across Maryland to deliver 3-5 minute speeches inspired by the poem “Myself” by American poet Edgar Albert Guest.
Talking Turkey With Grower of Bourbon Red Heritage Birds
Raising Bourbon Red turkeys for the first time, Lee Swift, 57, owner of Chestnut Springs Farm in Jarrettsville, Maryland, said she’s finding these bratty birds can be a handful. She’s already sent about 50 to the butcher to be sold for Thanksgiving and plans to sell more for Christmas.
Md. Senators Mikulski and Cardin Vote Against Keystone Pipeline
Senators Barbara Mikulski and Ben Cardin joined 37 other Democrats and two independents in opposition to a bill authorizing construction of the 1,700-mile Keystone pipeline.
Who Funds Maryland Lawmakers?
Members of Congress from Maryland draw funds from industries interested in the topics they work on.
State Highway Administration Adds to Snow Removal Arsenal
Highway officials lay out details for snow removal and other harsh winter conditions.
Dog Owners Can Turn to Activity Trackers During Holiday Season
Feeding dogs table treats during Thanksgiving should be kept to a minimum — or not at all, some experts advise. Should Fido pack on the pounds, owners can follow a dog’s daily habits with an activity tracker.
As Anniversary Nears, Maryland Man Remains In Cuban Prison
As the fifth anniversary of Maryland resident Alan Gross’s imprisonment in Cuba approaches, the state’s congressional delegation remains frustrated with the efforts being made to secure his release.
Anglers Leery of Revised Fisheries Monitoring
Revisions to a federal program used to monitor recreational fisheries, such as the striped bass in the Chesapeake Bay, have failed to gain the trust of the recreational angling community despite the millions of dollars that have been spent so far.