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Howard County District Court Judge R. Russell ‘Russ’ Sadler, who took an improbable path to a judgeship, dies
Judge R. Russell “Russ” Sadler, a lawyer whose improbable career path eventually led to a Howard County judgeship, died July 5 of heart failure at his Ellicott City home. He was 97. “All the good things you can say about a judge apply to Russ,” said former Chief Judge of the District Court James N. Vaughan. “He was well-respected, well-liked and was very serious about his job and both patient ...
Maryland among the toughest states in the nation for renters who depend on affordable housing
BALTIMORE - In Maryland, the dream of finding affordable housing is becoming increasingly out of reach for many residents, as rent prices continue to skyrocket. A recent report by "Out of Reach" highlights the severity of the situation, placing Maryland among the toughest states in the nation for renters.According to the report, Maryland now ranks as one of the most challenging places to secure affordable housing. This revelation underscores a growing crisis that is affecting thousands across the state, from urban centers to suburban communities.Diana Lyles, a longtime Howard County resident who is facing imminent displacement due to staggering rent...
Maryland City/Area Ranked “Best Place to Live For Families” in Fortune’s 2024 List
Today Fortune launched the third annual Fortune 50 Best Places to Live for Families 2024, showcasing the cities and towns across America that best support the unique needs of multigenerational families. Montgomery County’s very own Silver Spring was ranked first on the list. Per Fortune, “The Washington, D.C., suburb...
University of Baltimore professor on how Kamala Harris' campaign will differ from Joe Biden's
President Joe Biden's decision to drop out of the 2024 presidential election sent shockwaves throughout the country, and Vice President Kamala Harris has received lots of support from Maryland leaders despite not being officially named the party's nominee. Gov. Wes Moore fully endorsed Harris, and Maryland U.S. Senate Democratic nominee...
DC road closures in place ahead of Netanyahu visit
Several road closures and parking restrictions are in place in Washington, D.C., this week, ahead of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s visit to the nation’s capital. Netanyahu will address a joint meeting of Congress on Wednesday afternoon. Motorists may face possible delays and should be mindful of increased pedestrian traffic, the Metropolitan Police Department said […]
Lexington man reflects on attending college with Kamala Harris
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - A Lexington man who was once classmates with Vice President Kamala Harris at Howard University in the early 1980s is looking back. On June 2, 1984, Jim and Cathy Coleman were married. The reception held on Howard University’s campus in Washington, D.C., had an unexpected guest: a young, twenty-something Kamala Harris showed up to support the newlyweds.
List: Road closures, restrictions in place for Netanyahu visit to DC
WASHINGTON — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will visit D.C. this week. Netanyahu is expected to address a joint session of Congress on Wednesday. As a result of the visit, several road closures and parking restrictions are in place. Here's what drivers need to know. The following streets will...
Maryland leaders work to expand Wi-Fi in West Baltimore
U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), Baltimore City Mayor Brandon M. Scott (D) and Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel spoke on plans to expand internet connectivity in Baltimore on July 22. “Last month when the emergency connectivity fund expired, we were faced with an impossible situation. We had...
Montgomery County honors hometown Olympian Dominque Dawes with statue
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) – The statue honoring four-time Olympic medalist, Dominique Dawes, was unveiled inside the Silver Spring Recreation and Aquatic Center. Dawes attributes a lot of her career success to the time she spent honing her craft in Montgomery County. “I love the fact that this statue will inspire the next […]
J.D. Vance Lives “Like A Hundred Yards Away” From an LGBTQ+ Bar in a D.C. Gayborhood
I never thought that there would be any similarities between myself and J.D. Vance, the Appalachia LARPer and Republican candidate for Vice President. And yet, on the heels of the news that he has reportedly brought a trans friend baked goods after top surgery, reports have emerged that Vance lives in a D.C.-area gayborhood.
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