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    Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown acknowledged an “assault” from Donald Trump in some areas, but said a majority of elements of the criminal justice system reside at the state level.
    Maryland wants to address racial disparities in its prison system. Will Trump interfere?
    Despite Maryland’s progressive reputation, the disparities in its criminal justice system are among the worst in the country.
    Dublin 5 is fronted by Ray Murphy, center, backed by Jenn Belle  on fiddle, Gary Hewitt on bass), Jim Martin on percussion and Kevin Shook on drums. They'll perform at the Eastport Democratic Club Saturday.
    7 things to do in Annapolis: Catch Irish rockers Dublin 5 at the Green Beer Races
    Lots of music coming up in Annapolis, from Irish rock to Italian opera and a hefty dose of blues.
    Mary D. Kane, president and CEO of the Maryland Chamber of Commerce, speaks against a proposed business-to-business tax at a news conference across the street from the Maryland State House in Annapolis.
    As momentum builds in Annapolis for new B2B tax, businesses fight back
    Business leaders said the 2.5% tax on services that businesses sell one another would be “damaging,” with “devastating impacts.”
    Supporters of legislation aimed at lower heating costs and improving public safety hold up signs during a press conference held outside of Baltimore City Hall in February.
    BGE approach compared to ‘extortion’ as lawmakers grill execs over soaring bills
    The Maryland General Assembly committees that oversee energy issues join a growing chorus of lawmakers and consumer advocates alarmed by rapidly rising utility bills.
    Maryland Gov. Wes Moore has proposed a $67.3 billion budget for state government, closing a budget gap by cutting spending and raising taxes for high earners.
    How might Maryland politicians raise your taxes and what could it cost you?
    What exactly — and who — is on the table to raise more money for Maryland? Here’s a look at the options.
    The outside of Curaleaf features the company's logo, which is a leaf inside the letter C, on a blue wall.
    2 Maryland workers sue cannabis company, alleging ‘unlawful’ tip pool
    The two plaintiffs in the case are “budtenders” who allege their supervisors improperly took some of their tips.
    People stand outside and hold signs protesting federal layoffs. One sign says "Justice for NOAA workers" and "Science not Silence." Another says "Save NOAA. Stop DOGE."
    Federal government lawyer defends mass firings under questions from Maryland judge
    A hearing in federal court will help determine whether a temporary restraining order is put in place to block the mass firings of federal workers.
    Pocomoke High School math teacher La'Tier Evans helps a student with an algebra assignment in her classroom on Friday, Dec. 8, 2023 in Pocomoke City, MD. Evans was inspired to teach after having a Black teacher in the eighth grade, and is now Worcester County’s only Black secondary math teacher.
    Judge blocks Trump cuts to Maryland teacher recruitment efforts
    The initial victory comes the same day the Department of Education said it would lay off more than 1,300 employees.
    DeAndre Hopkins #8 of the Kansas City Chiefs catches a touchdown against Kelee Ringo #22 of the Philadelphia Eagles in the fourth quarter of Super Bowl LIX.
    How DeAndre Hopkins’ arrival could change the Ravens’ offense
    Unlike so many of the wide receivers the Ravens have signed over the years, the 32-year-old Hopkins is not washed up.
    Rep. Sarah Elfreth stands behind a sign that says "PROTECT OUR PROBATIONARY EMPLOYEES ACT." Fired probationary employees stand behind her and the Capitol is in the background.
    Are you a federal worker who lost your job? Here’s what you should know
    The state and county governments are making resources available for laid-off federal workers.
    A photo of a total lunar eclipse. The Moon appears a red-orange color with some light at the very edge.
    A ‘blood moon’ total lunar eclipse will be visible in Maryland later this week
    The full eclipse will begin at 2:26 a.m. on Friday — that’s when the moon will appear to change color.
    From left, Howard County Executive Calvin Ball, Sens Chris Van Hollen and Angela Alsobrooks, and Rep. Sarah Elfreth hold a hybrid town hall to hear how elected leaders are fighting back against the Trump administration, held at Howard Community College in Columbia, Md. on Tuesday, March 11, 2025.
    Exasperated federal workers take aim at Trump administration: ‘Impeach them all’
    A packed crowd erupted in applause Tuesday evening as Maryland lawmakers took the stage at Howard Community College for a town hall addressing their fight against President Donald Trump’s administration.
    Wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins had previously expressed an interest in playing with Ravens QB Lamar Jackson.
    Ravens reportedly agree to 1-year deal with DeAndre Hopkins, giving Lamar Jackson another weapon
    Hopkins, 32, had 59 catches for 437 yards and four touchdowns in 10 games with the Kansas City Chiefs last season,
    Baltimore Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta laughs during a news conference in March 2024.
    With compensatory picks awarded, here are the Ravens’ 11 draft picks
    The compensatory picks were awarded for the Ravens’ losses in free agency last offseason.
    The Maryland House of Delegates on opening day of the Maryland General Assembly in Annapolis, Md., on Wednesday, January 8, 2024.
    Maryland House passes stripped-down Blueprint education bill
    Maryland’s House of Delegates voted along party lines to tweak the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future education plan.
    ARLINGTON, VIRGINIA - JANUARY 31: Recovery teams search the wreckage after the crash of an American Airlines plane on the Potomac River as it approached the airport on January 31, 2025 in Arlington, Virginia. The American Airlines flight from Wichita, Kansas collided midair with a military Black Hawk helicopter while on approach to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. According to reports, there were no survivors among the 67 people on both aircraft.
    NTSB urges ban on some helicopter flights at Washington airport where 67 people died
    Federal investigators looking for the cause of the January collision between a passenger jet and an Army helicopter near Washington, D.C., that killed 67 people recommended a ban on some helicopter flights Tuesday to improve safety, saying the current setup “poses an intolerable risk.”
    Derik Queen #25 of the Maryland Terrapins grabs a rebound in the first half against the Michigan State Spartans at Xfinity Center.
    Maryland basketball’s Derik Queen, a Baltimore native, named Big Ten Freshman of the Year
    Queen is averaging a team-high 15.7 points, 9.2 rebounds and two assists per game on 52.6% shooting for the Terps.
    Flights booked on or after May 28, 2025, will no longer include free baggage for all Southwest Airlines customers.
    Bags no longer fly free with Southwest Airlines
    Southwest is ditching its longstanding policy of allowing all customers to check bags for free.
    Special Teams Coordinator Chris Horton gives instructions to players running drills during the Baltimore Ravens’ organized team activities at the Under Armour Performance Center in Owings Mills on June 4, 2024.
    After shaky season, Ravens have a surprising need: Special teams help. A lot of it.
    The Ravens’ special teams renovation won’t be an easy fix. They finished last season ranked 23rd in overall efficiency, according to FTN.
    No, you're not allowed to take pictures. That's what they told me, anyway, when my wife, son and I went to get our first vaccine shots in Waldorf on March 20, 2021.
    COVID broke America. We’re still putting the pieces back together.
    At the five-year mark, it seems like the right moment to reflect on the pandemic and ask whether we learned anything from it.
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