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7 University of Maryland students lose visas amid federal crackdown
They're among a rising number of international students across the country who’ve suddenly lost their ability to legally stay in the U.S.
Woman joins growing wave of lawsuits alleging sexual abuse at Calvert Hall
A woman who says she was sexually abused as a child at Calvert Hall College High School has filed a lawsuit against the Baltimore County institution, marking the first time a female survivor has brought allegations.
Lawmakers hope changes bring more stability, transparency to Howard Community College
After a tumultuous seven months, the Howard Community College board is at full strength and set to expand by two members, with new rules in place to ensure more transparency over its decision making.
How to get a Maryland child care scholarship before they’re gone
Parents have less than a month to secure state funds that help families pay for child care.
New court filings reveal total of 19 men allege sexual abuse and cover-up at Calvert Hall
The number of men who say they were victims of sexual abuse at Calvert Hall College High School has grown to 19, according to lawsuits filed this week.
37 Johns Hopkins students had visas revoked in nationwide crackdown
The Johns Hopkins University revealed on Tuesday that 37 graduate students and recent graduates have been impacted by the federal government’s nationwide barrage of visa revocations.
International students file legal challenges over widespread US visa revocations
Actions by the federal government to terminate students’ legal status have left hundreds of scholars at risk of detention and deportation.
In Annapolis, reading Maya Angelou was a small act of rebellion
Eight hours and 15 minutes. That’s how long it takes to read Maya Angelou's “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings” out loud. That’s how long a small act of rebellion takes.
Survivors allege ‘decades’ of sexual abuse and cover-up at Calvert Hall
New complaints allege that staff at Calvert Hall College High School “repeatedly ignored credible reports of sexual abuse.”
‘Several dozen’ Johns Hopkins student visas revoked
Days earlier, the number at Johns Hopkins University was closer to 12.
Maryland colleges back lawsuit to halt Trump visa cancellations
The University System of Maryland, where at least four students abruptly lost visas, was among those who joined the legal battle.
Maryland schools plan to comply with federal DEI demands
Maryland schools are expected to send a letter to the federal education department saying they are complying with civil rights laws.
Maryland sues over Trump administration’s sudden halt of pandemic relief aid for schools
The lawsuit alleges the Trump administration's action violates federal law because it reversed a prior decision to allow states to access the money through March 2026.
Commentary: A former teacher raising her voice for the undocumented
Former teacher Kerry Graham once taught immigrant students, now she protests in solidarity with them.
Baltimore County school board backs superintendent after residency probe
Documentation of Baltimore County Public Schools Superintendent Myriam Rogers’ residence was updated after the investigation began, the inspector general says.
Baltimore County mourns 2 third grade girls killed in I-695 crash
The children, Bailee Brooks and Serenity Gross, were described as bright, happy, joyful and beloved members of the school community.
Some Howard County schools will be redistricted. Will yours?
The school system is about to embark on a boundary review, also known as redistricting, for 11 schools in Columbia and Ellicott City.
Baltimore City schools to ban cellphones with tough policy
The Baltimore City school board voted to ban cell phones during the school day beginning next school year, enacting one of the toughest policies in the region.
Baltimore City schools’ rainy day fund to cover $48 million in Trump cuts
Finances are sound enough to handle a significant hit from the federal government without creating a financial crisis, school officials said this week.
What Maryland lawmakers changed about child care, schools and colleges
Most eyes were locked on the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future this legislative session. Here’s how the state’s other education bills faired.
What Maryland’s Blueprint changes mean for schools
The outcome put some education advocates at ease, reassuring them that school system budgets — already stretched by inflation — won’t take as big a hit as they’d feared.
Hopkins trailblazer scrambles to protect cancer research as Trump cuts hit home
The world-class pancreatic cancer researcher at Johns Hopkins University had so-called indirect funds slashed by the federal government.
A new charter school is coming to Baltimore County
The school board unanimously approved Puzzle Pieces Learning Academy Public Charter School at its Tuesday meeting.
U.S. revokes visas of some international students at UMD, UMBC
The campuses joined the Johns Hopkins University and colleges across the country in publicly acknowledging a wave of visa cancellations affecting their students.
Johns Hopkins says U.S. revoked visas for about a dozen students
The university confirmed to The Baltimore Banner on Tuesday morning that "approximately a dozen" international students have had their visas revoked.
The Naval Academy banned books. Across the street, they treasure them.
The Annapolis Cup croquet match between the Naval Academy and St. John's College has always been a contrast in style. But never like Saturday.
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