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Juvenile justice reform commission could start meeting next month
Advocates said they hope a commission created to assess Maryland's juvenile justice system can begin meeting as early as next month, even though just four of the 28 members of the panel are in place so far.
State sweep claims dozens of anti-power line expansion signs, stirs local uproar
SYKESVILLE, Md. (WBFF) — Carroll County residents are frustrated after outdoor signs opposing the Maryland Piedmont Reliability Project disappeared from some areas. FOX45 News has received several reports from residents over the past week alleging that signs they obtained from the grassroots opposition group "Stop MPRP" are suddenly missing.
Angela Alsobrooks looks to ride Harris momentum in must-win Maryland Senate race
HYATTSVILLE, Maryland — Angela Alsobrooks wasted little time getting back on the campaign trail after attending this week’s Democratic National Convention in Chicago. After touching down Friday afternoon in the Washington region, the Maryland Democratic Senate nominee went straight from the airport to a campaign stop, stopping only briefly at home to throw on a […]
New Maryland Superintendent of Schools shares vision ahead of academic year
BALTIMORE-- The first day of school for many Marylanders is a few days away. 2024-2025 will be the first full academic year for Maryland's new State Superintendent of Schools Dr. Carey M. Wright. It's her first full term since being officially appointed earlier this year. Wright stepped into the role after being selected as interim superintendent in October 2023. In April 2024, the State Board of Education appointed Wright as state superintendent, and she began a full term in July. WJZ sat down with one of the state's top educators to find out what her vision and goals are ahead of the...
STATE ROUNDUP: HARRIS ACCEPTS NOMINATION; BALT. CITY COUNCIL GRILLS DPW; BALT. CO RESIDENTS FUME OVER POWER LINES; STATE COLLEGE AID FUND RUNS OUT OF MONEY
MARYLANDERS GATHER TO WATCH KAMALA HARRIS ACCEPT NOMINATION: Christine Vilbrun admits that, at first, her sister had to drag her out of her home in Harford County to attend a watch party in Baltimore, as Vice President Kamala Harris formally accepted the Democratic nomination for president Thursday night. William J. Ford/Maryland Matters.
Democrats see abortion issue as defining – and winning – issue in fall election
CHICAGO – Abortion has been a key talking point at the Democratic National Convention, with speeches focused on reproductive rights on every night of the convention. On Thursday night, the United Center was full of attendees wearing white in support of reproductive rights. Democratic Party candidates and officials see...
POLITICS NEWS – Trial date set for the man accused assassination attempt against Court Justice Kavanaugh
Nicholas John Roske, a California man, is set to stand trial in June 2025 for allegedly attempting to assassinate Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh. Roske was arrested in June 2022 near Kavanaugh’s home in Maryland, armed with a gun, knife, and zip ties. He pleaded not guilty to the charge, which carries a potential life sentence. Roske reportedly told authorities he was motivated by a leaked draft opinion suggesting the Supreme Court might overturn Roe v. Wade, as well as concerns over gun control following the Uvalde school shooting.
Asian American Center awarded $3.9M to expand apprenticeship programs
The Asian American Center of Frederick was one of several Maryland organizations to get money from the U.S. Department of Labor for new apprenticeship opportunities for underrepresented communities. AACF, a nonprofit community organization, was awarded nearly $4 million to establish more registered apprenticeships and pre-apprenticeship programs for immigrants, according to a news release from ...
Rabid Raccoon Found in Somerset County
WESTOVER, MD- A raccoon found near Princess Anne, MD has tested positive for rabies. On August 20, the raccoon was submitted for testing at the MD State Laboratory after a Somerset County resident was concerned that the animal may have been infected with rabies, according to Somerset officials. The results...
Lawsuit against CWDI resolved in Dorchester Co. court
CAMBRIDGE, Md. – The City of Cambridge has resolved the pending lawsuit against Cambridge Waterfront Development Inc. and Yacht Maintenance, and the case has been dismissed without prejudice. We’re told the resolution came as the result of the initial mediation work between the City and CWDI, with subsequent intervention...
Baltimore harbor gains ‘floating wetlands’ and a hint of its marshy past
The National Aquarium’s newest exhibit is putting the “wet” in wetlands. The Baltimore attraction opened a new exhibit Aug. 9 in the Inner Harbor: a 10,000-square-foot “floating wetlands,” an artificial saltmarsh habitat planted in buoyant plastic-fiber mats. The $14 million project was underwritten in large...
Man shot, killed in Northwest DC identified
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) said it’s investigating a fatal shooting in Northwest D.C. that took place on Friday evening. Police said that at about 7 p.m., officers responded to the 1300 block of Girard St. for the report of a shooting. When officers arrived at the scene, they found […]
Robbery at MGM National Harbor Casino under investigation: Police
OXON HILL, Md. (7News) — A robbery occurred at the MGM National Harbor Hotel & Casino Saturday afternoon, according to the Prince George's County Police Department. Officials said the robbery did not result in any injuries, and the investigation remains ongoing. This is a developing story. Stay with 7News...
At Youth Sports Day, a 'secret sauce' hopes to keep kids out of trouble
WASHINGTON — Summer is winding down and kids are ready to make a splash in the classroom. At The Fields at RFK Campus Saturday, nonprofit Fight for Children hosted its second 'Youth Sports Day'. Kids and parents participated in dancing, sports, and even received free backpacks, school supplies, health...
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