Spring Festivals in Maryland: A Guide to the Best Events in April 2024
Spring has sprung! And Maryland is celebrating the warmer weather and season with many different events and festivals happening throughout the month of April. So, whether you're a local looking for weekend fun or an out-of-towner searching for the ultimate Maryland experience, these three spring festivals must be on your calendar!
LIVE UPDATES: Maryland Bridge Collapse: 6 Workers Presumed Dead
The U.S. Coast Guard is suspending its rescue efforts following a horrific incident in Baltimore, Maryland. The Francis Scott Key Bridge plunged into the freezing waters of the Patapsco River after being hit by a container ship. Search operations will now shift focus to finding the missing six construction workers and providing closure to their families.
The Ultimate Guide to Nationals Opening Day
Nationals Opening Day is here, and we've got everything you need to know before the first pitch on Friday at Nationals Park. From the schedule of events to parking, we'll walk you through each aspect of the Nationals' home opener against the Pittsburgh Pirates on April 1.
Maryland voters get a jump on early voting: 'We have to make a change'
BALTIMORE - Early voting for the 2024 Maryland primary election is underway for the next week. Eligible voters can now start casting their ballots in person, and many have already done so. Early voting polling sites with be open each day throughout the state until Thursday, May 9.
Legacy Admission Ban Passes In Maryland, Falters In Connecticut
Maryland has passed a ban on colleges giving admissions preference to relatives of alumni, but in Connecticut, a similar ban has been diluted to just a reporting measure.
Williams: Maryland principal deepfake highlights dangers of AI
A school employee has since been charged by Baltimore County police in connection with creating the fabrication.
Eight Tons of Ground Beef Recalled at Maryland and Virginia Walmarts
Food Safety and Inspection Service has issued a recall for eight tons of ground beef products sold at Walmart due to possible E. coli
Salisbury to host Maryland Folk Festival again: All to know about the event
After serving as the host of the National Folk Festival for five years, Salisbury's very own Maryland Folk Festival is set to return for a second round this fall. Here's everything you need to know about the upcoming, family-friendly festival. The Maryland ...
Central Maryland Chamber chooses new CEO from Texas
“His proven track record of success in the chamber of commerce world, coupled with his passion for connecting businesses, non-profits, and government, makes him the ideal leader to propel the Central Maryland Chamber to even greater heights.” While ...
Why Maryland Should Allow 28 Days for Post-Trial Motions
Until 2009, Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 59, and Maryland Rule 2-533(a), which is derived from Rule 59, each allowed parties a mere ten days after entry of judgment to file their post-trial motions. In 2009, the Federal Rule was amended to extend the ...
Maryland-based Emergent Solutions to close Baltimore, Rockville facilities
The CEO of Gaithersburg-based Emergent Biosolutions it includes closing the company's baltimore-bayview and rockville manufacturing facilities.
Maryland officials say rebuilding bridge will cost up to $1.9 billion, take over 4 years
Associated Press Thursday, May 2, 2024 1:31 p.m. | Thursday, May 2, 2024 1:31 p.m. ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Maryland plans to rebuild the Francis Scott Key Bridge in just over four years at an estimated cost between $1.7 billion and $1.9 billion, a state ...
Unemployment claims in Maryland declined last week
Initial filings for unemployment benefits in Maryland dropped last week compared with the week prior, the U.S. Department of Labor said Thursday. New jobless claims, a proxy for layoffs, fell to 1,994 in the week ending April 27, down from 2,288 the week before, the Labor Department said.
Maryland National Guard Participates in a Annual Homeland Defense and Disaster Response Exercise
Over 45 Maryland National Guard soldiers provided public affairs and logistics support during Vibrant Response 24 at Fort Carson, Colorado, April 19 to May 3. VR is an annual U.S. Army North, U. S. Northern Command - directed Command Post exercise planned in coordination with the Department of Defense,
Rebuilding collapsed Baltimore bridge will cost up to $1.9bn, say Maryland officials
Maryland transportation officials say they estimate that the reconstruction will finish in the fall of 2028. The bridge collapsed on 26 March when the container ship Dali crashed into one of the bridge's support legs. Eight construction workers were on the ...
New Pay Transparency Law: Maryland Follows Growing Trend
On April 25, 2024, Maryland Governor Wes Moore signed into law a new set of pay transparency requirements for all Maryland employers that will take effect on October 1, 2024. The Wage Range Transparency Act imposes new requirements on all Maryland ...
Maryland Weather: Cooler Friday; rain expected this weekend
Any rain chances Friday will be to our west and south. With a dry day expected, expect highs in the mid 70s. Western Maryland will see a chance for scattered showers and storms later in the day into Friday night. Better rain chances move in on Saturday ...
Deadline to request mail-in ballot for Maryland’s primary election is approaching
Do you still need to request a mail-in ballot for Maryland’s primary? The deadline is approaching, but the exact day depends on the method chosen for receiving a mail-in ballot. For voters who want to receive a mail-in ballot via mail or fax — their ...
Maryland Life Sciences Seeks To Shift Away From ‘A World Of Office Parks’
Cambridge, San Diego and San Francisco, Maryland's suburban-style life sciences landscape needs to adjust, panelists said.
Hogan starts Senate campaign in Maryland with veterans’ pitch
Former Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan has decided to run for the U.S. Senate, and has named his first campaign coalition group. The name tells all: “Veterans for Hogan,” to be chaired by retired Air Force Brig. Gen. John Teichert. Mr. Hogan also has ...