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.
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 ...
DC police: Maryland man used fire extinguisher in robberies at DC convenience stores
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) officers arrested a man who was accused of robbing several convenience stores with a fire extinguisher. MPD said that 42-year-old Raham Barnes of Upper Marlboro, Md. was arrested on ...
Maryland primary: Do you need a political party affiliation to vote?
Maryland voters are headed to the polls to cast their ballots in the state's presidential nominating contests as early voting in the Free State's primary begins Thursday. Sign up for Your Vote: Text USA TODAY reporters and the elections team by joining ...
Maryland to spend $1.7B to rebuild bridge
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 transportation official said Thursday.
Seven Maryland first responders honored at Fallen Heroes Day ceremony
BALTIMORE -- Seven Maryland first responders, killed in the line of duty, were honored Friday afternoon at the annual Fallen Heroes Day ceremony. Among them, a pair of city firefighters killed in October battling a series of homes on fire in Northwest ...
Maryland women's basketball coach Brenda Frese stars in viral videos
COLLEGE PARK, Md. — The head coach for the women's basketball team at the University of Maryland is going viral for her sweet moves and fun videos. WUSA9's Chick Hernandez found himself going down a rabbit hole recently, and that led him to Coach Brenda Frese and her entertaining videos.
Evansville, IN – Woman Injured in Roll-Over Crash at Morton Ave and E Maryland St
The accident occurred around 3:30 a.m. at the intersection of Morton Ave and E Maryland St. Local authorities reported to the scene shortly after the incident. A police sergeant confirmed that the woman managed to free herself through the vehicle’s rear.
Results: Central Maryland Conference Small School Track & Field Championships
The Central Maryland Conference Small School Outdoor Track & Field Championships were held Thursday at Smithsburg High School. Here are the winners of each event, along with the top-eight place winners from Boonsboro, Clear Spring, Smithsburg and Williamsport.
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.
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 ...
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 ...
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,
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.
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 ...
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 ...
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