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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,

Duke Makes Move for No. 1 Center in Class of 2027

Duke Makes Move for No. 1 Center in Class of 2027 originally appeared on Athlon Sports.

Silver Spring man killed in shooting on I-70 in Maryland’s Frederick Co.

A vehicle carrying six people on I-70 in Frederick County, Maryland, was hit with a barrage of bullets that came from another car, resulting in a man’s death.

Supreme Court Turns Away Key Cases

The U.S. Supreme Court turned down an appeal that questioned Delaware’s ban on assault-style rifles and large-capacity magazines. The court also turned down a case about Maryland’s handgun licensing requirements. In this way, the Court avoided dealing with two important cases involving the controversial issue of gun rights.

How Trump went from opposing Israel's strikes on Iran to reluctant support

The president had opposed Israeli action against Iran but came to believe that Israel had reason to act and that the U.S. would have to lend some support.

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.

What’s left for the Supreme Court to decide? 21 cases, including state bans on transgender care

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court is in the homestretch of a term that has lately been dominated by the Trump administration’s emergency appeals of lower court orders seeking to slow President Donald Trump’s efforts to remake the federal government.

Maryland Safe Haven opens new housing facility, the first for LGBTQIA+ in the state

The new facility offers transitional two-bedroom housing units, common spaces, workforce development, food and hygiene services, and more.

Prominent former Idaho Falls community leader found dead in Maryland hotel

Nicholas Manning, the former Chief Operating Officer of Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center (EIRMC), was recently found dead in a Baltimore, Maryland hotel. Authorities in Baltimore, Maryland, have confirmed his death.

Maryland expert explains why annual physicals are important for long term health

Scheduling an annual physical may feel routine, but doctors say it's one of the most important things you can do for your long-term health.

Maryland Gov. Moore to announce first community awarded through new UPLIFT program

Maryland Governor Wes Moore will announce the first community awarded through the UPLIFT program, an initiative with the goal of providing wealth-building homeownership opportunities in historically redlined communities.

Mom accused of beating 3-year-old to death with belt, then faking an abduction call to police

A mom is accused of beating her 3-year-old daughter to death with a belt and then faking an abduction call to police, according to court documents obtained by local outlets.

Sen. Chris West: How Maryland is helping victims of squatters

In such cases, when the lawful owner arrives, the squatters tell the owner that they have a lease for the property and refuse to move out. Baltimore County State’s Attorney Scott Shellenberger prosecutes these cases,

Evaluating the Value of Classic Matchboxes

Classic matchboxes have fascinated collectors and enthusiasts for decades.

Maryland leaders honor civil rights icon Congressman Parren J. Mitchell

Although Mitchell passed away in 2007, today's tributes demonstrate that his legacy continues to shape Maryland and the nation.

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”).

Second bond rating agency reaffirms highest credit rating for Maryland

A second bond-rating agency has reaffirmed its highest credit rating for Maryland, helping offset a downgrade by a third agency just weeks before a scheduled $1.7 billion bond sale by the state.

Maryland maintains 2 top credit ratings for general obligation bonds, debt

Maryland will maintain two top credit ratings for its general obligation bonds and debt. S&P Global Ratings on Tuesday assigned its AAA long-term rating to Maryland's general obligation bonds and affirmed its AAA long-term rating on the state's general obligation outstanding debt.

Medicaid cuts will deepen Maryland's mental health crisis

Proposed cuts to Medicaid would leave countless individuals without the support they need at the exact moment they need it most, writes F.T. Burden.

Maryland congressman says Kilmar Abrego Garcia among more than 200 deportees being held outside U.S.

Maryland Congressman Glenn Ivey said Kilmar Abrego Garcia is among more than 200 deportees who are being held outside of the U.S.

Maryland crab sellers see dip in sales despite low population numbers

Some Maryland seafood businesses are reporting a noticeable drop in crab sales, raising questions about how prices could be impacted heading into the summer season.

Maryland could face billions in lawsuits related to 2024 Key Bridge collapse

The state of Maryland could be facing billions of dollars in new lawsuits related to the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse.

Cornell men's lacrosse defeats Maryland for first national title since 1977

CJ Kirst tied the NCAA single-season goals record as Cornell captures first NCAA team championship in any sport since 1977

Cornell beats Maryland at Gillette Stadium to win its first NCAA Division 1 men’s lacrosse championship since 1977

The Big Red outlasted Maryland, 13-10, in the Division 1 championship game Monday afternoon at Gillette Stadium, cementing the program’s first national title since 1977 and fourth all time.

Cornell Wins 2025 NCAA Lacrosse Championship Bracket by Beating Maryland in Title Game

For the first time since 1977, Cornell lacrosse has won the NCAA Tournament championship. The No. 1 Big Red, who have lost in three championship game appearances since their last title, defeated No. 2 Maryland 13-10 on Monday to once again establish itself as the best team in college lacrosse.

Moore hosts final bill signing as legislature considers overriding vetoes

Maryland's budget was signed into law on Tuesday by Governor Wes Moore, raising taxes and fees by approximately $1.6 billion while cutting spending by about $1.5 billion.

Mrs. Maryland has 3 wins over cancer already. This weekend, she wants to win Mrs. United States of America

An Upper Marlboro, Maryland, woman is heading to Las Vegas this weekend, and if she wins big, what happens in Vegas won’t just stay there.

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 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.

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.