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New Maryland heat safety standards to protect workers as temperatures approach 100 degrees

Maryland's heat safety standards require rest breaks and water access for workers as temperatures approach 100 degrees.

Jury agrees to partial verdict in trial for former Maryland teacher accused of sexual abuse, mistrial declared for 3 charges

A jury has agreed to a partial verdict in the trial for a former Maryland teacher who was accused of sexually abusing students between 2022 and 2024.

Maryland Man Arrows a World-Record Snakehead on a Charter Trip

Matt Foreman's nearly 22-pound snakehead has been recognized as both a Maryland state record and a bowfishing world record

Wildfires push tropical forest loss in Latin America to record highs

In 2024, six Latin American countries were in the top 10 nations with the highest loss of tropical primary forest, according to recent data from the University of Maryland, U.S. Topping the list were Brazil and Bolivia,

Iowa Football: 5 bold predictions for the Hawkeyes ahead of 2025 season

Iowa will have a bit of a new-look roster after some transfer portal additions. That could lead to some new faces in our bold predictions for 2025.

Cactus Wren Is Doing Its Own Thing

Cactus Wren, a new spot that the two opened in February, on Ludlow and Rivington Streets, is similarly sui generis, in that it seems broadly divorced from trends and totally uninterested in capturing any sort of Zeitgeist.

Three Maryland U.S. AID Officials Plead Guilty $550 Million Contract Bribery Scheme

Four men, including a contracting officer for the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and three business owners, have

Amber Alert Nightmare as Duo Nabbed in Maryland for Grim Death of Delaware Toddler

Two arrested in Maryland over the disappearance of a 3-year-old child, with charges including murder and accessory.

Gov. Moore requests White House issue Presidential Disaster Declaration after flooding in western Maryland

Maryland Gov. Moore requested that the Trump administration issue a Major Disaster Declaration to help communities that were impacted by severe flooding in May.

Kilmar Abrego Garcia, at heart of deportation debate, pleads not guilty to human smuggling

Kilmar Abrego Garcia, the immigrant at the heart of dispute over Trump's mass deportations, pleaded not guilty to human smuggling.

Baltimore City State's Attorney Ivan J. Bates Elected President of Maryland State’s Attorneys' Association

Ivan J. Bates is unanimously elected as President of the MSAA, succeeding Rich Gibson, with a focus on public safety and prosecutorial support in Maryland.

Heartbreaking Tragedy as Missing Maryland Toddler Found Dead, Mother and Boyfriend Charged with Murder

Nola Dinkins' mother and her boyfriend face charges after the child's death, with initial abduction claims proven false.

Evaluating the Value of Classic Matchboxes

Classic matchboxes have fascinated collectors and enthusiasts for decades.

ALEC: Virginia ranks 17th, Maryland 44th in labor report

Virginia ranks 17th and Maryland 44th in a new national labor policy report evaluating state laws that, according to its authors, shape job access, worker mobility

After failed trip to see Kilmar Abrego Garcia, Maryland congressman says El Salvador mission was "beyond disappointing"

Maryland Congressman Glenn Ivey expressed disappointment after returning from El Salvador without being able to see Kilmar Abrego Garcia.

Maryland Clarifies Overlapping Leave Obligations for Employers

Maryland has amended its parental leave law to clarify that, effective October 1, 2025, employers covered by the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (“FMLA”) are exempt from the Maryland Parental Leave Act (“MPLA”).

Teen accused in Maryland high school shooting testifies in his own defense before closing arguments

A teen accused of shooting and killing a classmate inside a Maryland high school testified during his trial Wednesday. Jaylen Prince, 16, is being charged as an adult after allegedly murdering 15-year-old Warrent Grant on Sept. 6, 2024, inside a Joppatowne High School bathroom.

Daily Briefing: Don't be late to the airport

Best to get to the airport at least two hours before departure. The Black faith community continues to put pressure on major U.S. retailers over anti-DEI policies. A botched SpaceX flight initially went off without an issue.

University System of Maryland authorizes employee furloughs in anticipation of funding cuts

USM received approximately $870 million in state funding, accounting for nearly one-third of their annual revenue.

Advocates call for probe into law enforcement's handling of death investigations after review of Maryland autopsies

Advocates are calling for an investigation into how law enforcement handled death investigations after an audit of Maryland's Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (OCME) found that some police custody deaths were misclassified.

No. 2-seed Maryland men’s lacrosse loses NCAA Championship, 13-10, against No. 1-seed Cornell

Led by its stars — Ryan Goldstein also had four goals — No. 2-seed Cornell overpowered No. 2-seed Maryland, 13-10, to avenge the Terps’ 2022 championship win and deliver the program its first national championship since 1977.

FEMA damage assessment requested after flooding in western Maryland

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore requested that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) conduct a damage assessment after flooding in western Maryland in mid-May. The flooding was brought on by severe weather, which brought more than five inches of rain to areas of Allegany and Garrett counties.

Maryland congressman to share update about trip to see Kilmar Abrego Garcia in El Salvador

Maryland Rep. Glenn Ivey will share an update from El Salvador after he traveled to the country to check on Kilmar Abrego Garcia.

What TV channel is Cornell-Maryland lacrosse on? How to watch men's championship

Cornell will play Maryland in the Division I men's lacrosse national championship on Monday. Here's the time and TV schedule to watch:

Where to watch the NCAA Men’s Lacrosse Championship today for free

Maryland midfielder Bryce Ford (24) flexes to the crowd after scoring, with Maryland attack Matthew Keegan (36), against Syracuse during the NCAA Division I mens lacrosse final four at Gillette Stadium Saturday, May 24, 2025, in Foxborough, MA. Scott Schild | [email protected] Scott Schild | [email protected]

Blue crab population hits second-lowest level since 1990 in the Chesapeake Bay

Blue crab abundance in the Chesapeake Bay this year was at its second-lowest level since winter dredge surveys began in 1990.

Maryland advocates argue "self-deport" posters attack immigrants' rights

Posters being put up in immigration courts in Maryland and across the country encouraging immigrants to "self-deport" have advocates calling it an attack on immigrants' right to due process.

Maryland Man Charged with Abduction and Rape in Accomack County

The Accomack County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a Frederick, MD man on multiple charges including the abduction and rape of his ex-girlfriend.

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore Vetoes Bill Creating Reparations Commission…And Black Twitter is Big Mad

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore just pulled the plug on a state-approved bill to create a commission to study and recommend reparations for the slavery and discrimination that’s taken place in America. Needless to say,

Maryland is leading the way on protecting health access

Maryland has brought hope in the face of federal pressure on reproductive freedom, writes Lexi White and Del. Lesley Lopez.

Maryland Car Rally Task Force Dismantles Multiple Illegal Gatherings in Prince George's County, Arrests Made

Maryland authorities disrupted illegal car rallies in Prince George's County, making several arrests including a man for a stolen vehicle.

2026 Maryland budget among bills being signed into law by Gov. Moore

Maryland's 2026 budget will be among more than 160 bills that will be signed into law Tuesday by Gov. Wes Moore. The nearly $67 billion spending plan was crafted to address the state's $3 million deficit and the impact of federal funding cuts.

U.Md. reschedules graduation ceremony to Thursday due to rain

The University of Maryland will be moving its commencement ceremonies to Thursday due to rain in the forecast for Wednesday.

Maryland senator expresses disappointment over Gov. Moore’s veto of reparations bill

Maryland Sen. C. Anthony Muse says it did not come as a surprise when Gov. Wes Moore, the state’s first Black governor, vetoed a measure to study potential slavery reparations in the state.