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    SNAP enrollment drops sharply in Maryland; some say staffing shortages, policy shifts partially to blame
    The number of Marylanders receiving SNAP benefits declined by more than 158,000 between March and May — an 18% drop.
    A caucasian man drawing his modern polymer (Glock) .45 caliber pistol from an IWB (inside the waistband) holster under his leather jacket.
    No longer needing a ‘good’ enough reason to wear and carry, more Marylanders are applying for — and getting — handgun permits
    "Wear and carry" applications in Maryland rose more than 600% from June 23 to July 11 compared to the same period last year, according to state police. This follows a U.S. Supreme Court ruling in June striking down New York’s rules for concealed weapons permits, and Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan's subsequent suspension of a requirement that applicants provide a "good and substantial reason" for possessing a regulated firearm.
    Paul Bernstorf
    Paul Bernstorf is named the next Executive Director of the MIAA
    Former St. Paul's School Athletic Director Paul Bernstorf has been named the new Executive Director of the Maryland Interscholastic Athletic Association.
    A ballot counter runs mailed-in ballots through a machine and gathers them if they get stuck.
    Maryland precinct vote data not available in real-time as counties continue to count mail votes
    The state’s inability to post precinct vote data in real time means outside analysts and enthusiasts are missing a key tool to help verify the accuracy of vote counts.
    Live election results: Maryland Gubernatorial primary
    Check back after the polls close at 8 p.m. for live results in the Maryland Gubernatorial primary election.
    Live election results: Maryland statewide primary results
    See live results for the races in Maryland's primary election.
    Live election results: All primary races
    Dan Cox, a candidate for the Republican gubernatorial nomination, greets supporters during a primary election night event on July 19, 2022 in Emmitsburg, Maryland. Voters will choose candidates during the primary for governor and seats in the House of Representatives in the upcoming November election.
    Cox victorious in Republican primary for governor; Democratic contest unclear with Moore leading early
    Hundreds of thousands of election day and mail-in ballots were yet to be counted.
    Ash Tough, 13, framed by a Pride flag, sits for a portrait outside of Northwest Middle School in Taneytown.
    Carroll County school board limits display of pride flags as nation marks Pride Month
    A family's plan to fight bullying and build acceptance hits a barrier.
    Circuit Court Judge Richard R. Titus.
    Carroll County prosecutors, sheriff’s office covered up officer misconduct, judge says
    Deputy prosecutor is out, sheriff’s deputy is under investigation and a man’s conviction has been overturned as a result.
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