Howard County couple marks a marriage milestone and a first in Columbia

Madelaine and William Lamb recently celebrated more than a half-century of marriage. But, that anniversary was also a reminder of a barrier-breaking first for the couple and the city of Columbia.

Howard County unveils plan to curb youth suicide

Suicide is the second-leading cause of death for young people ages 10-24 in 2017. Howard County is on a mission to change that. Awareness, reducing stigma, and prevention are just a few parts of the plan. For one Howard County mother, it was her loss that moved her to action.

Post-recession wage growth underscores Maryland’s urban-rural divide

WASHINGTON – Recent months have brought a spate of positive economic news, suggesting to many economists that American industry is finally starting to pick up again after a long, post-recession hangover. Unemployment is holding steady at or slightly below 5…

Teaching Life Lessons Through Chess

Kids and volunteers at the Columbia Association Youth and Teen Center share a bond and learn some lessons through a classically strategic game.

Police Reveal More About the Columbia Mall Shooter

New information has been uncovered about the shooting at the Mall in Columbia in January that took the lives of two young adults – including how the Columbine shooting in Colorado played a role.

Increasing Opportunities for Maryland Youth with Autism

A growing number of Maryland organizations are offering special programs for people on the autism spectrum.

Small-time Maryland Poker Leagues Don’t Fold in the Face of Big Casinos

Small-time poker games — like the weekly one at Columbia’s Second Chance Saloon which is played for points, not cash — are thriving in Maryland despite the emergence of high-stakes poker rooms across the state.

D.C. Renews Push for Statehood

Taxation with representation was the message at the John A. Wilson Building on Tuesday morning when the D.C. City Council joined with Mayor Vincent Gray to announce a new push for statehood for the district.