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‘What are the parents supposed to do,’ Families in Montgomery County rally to reinstate MCPS Virtual Academy
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — Families in Montgomery County are continuing to raise concerns after the school board cut the virtual academy program from the budget. On June 11, the Board of Education decided to not include funding for the Montgomery Virtual Academy (MVA) in the 2024-2025 school budget, forcing the academy to […]
WellSpan Receives Prestigious American Hospital Association Prize for Commitment to Quality
WellSpan Health, a healthcare provider in Pennsylvania and Maryland, has been awarded the American Hospital Association (AHA) Quest for Quality prize for leadership and innovation in quality performance improvement. According to the AHA, WellSpan’s safety infrastructure was particularly impressive, with daily huddles used to escalate any potential issues across the organization to ensure decisions regarding patient care could be made quickly and efficiently. The healthcare provider also aimed to create a sense of psychological safety within the organization, so that all team members, including frontline care providers, could feel empowered to share their perspectives and quickly address any safety issues that may arise. This approach led to a significant decrease in serious safety events during care, as well as a significant increase in team members who felt empowered to stop the line and report patient safety events.
Medicaid, childcare get support in Maryland with $148M in state spending reductions
A Maryland board approved $148.3 million in state spending reductions on Wednesday to balance the budget while directing more money to pay for child care and Medicaid — two priorities that Democratic Gov. Wes Moore's administration hopes will help improve a stagnant state economy.The Board of Public Works, which Moore chairs, made cuts across a variety of state agencies to address larger-than-expected demand for Medicaid and a state child care program. The board, which also includes Treasurer Dereck Davis and Comptroller Brooke Lierman, can cut up to 25% of the state's operating budget when the Legislature isn't in session."While it's...
Luminis Health AAMC Recognized as Best Hospital in Maryland
Annapolis, MD - Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center (LHAAMC), the premier healthcare institution in Annapolis for nearly 125 years, has been named by U.S. News & World Report as a 2024-2025 Best Hospital. LHAAMC ranked No. 8 in Maryland and No. 6 in the Baltimore Metro Area. The hospital was recognized as a high performing hospital in eight specialties for common procedures, including cardiac care, cancer services, and orthopedics.
Severe Thunderstorm Watch Update Wednesday July 17
The heat wave is about to break. After four days in a row at or over 100ºF (in Baltimore), a strong cold front is gaining intensity in a hurry this afternoon into the evening. There are no promises, but I can state this with proof below: The models have...
Mercedes Edmonds, 38, Sentenced for 2019 Shooting in Northeast
WASHINGTON – Mercedes Edmonds, aka Marcedes Edmunds, 38, of Baltimore, Maryland, was sentenced today after being found guilty by a jury of aggravated assault while armed, possession of a firearm during a crime of violence, and additional firearms charges arising from a 2019 shooting in the 4000 block of Hayes Street NE, announced U.S. Attorney Matthew M. Graves and Chief Pamela Smith, of the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD).
Maryland Sports’ Terry Hasseltine Dishes On Notable Events Coming To State
Maryland Sports Commission executive director Terry Hasseltine recently chatted with PressBox about why the 2024 Maryland Cycling Classic was canceled, how the Maryland 5 Star has evolved and more. PressBox: What led to the decision to cancel the 2024 Maryland Cycling Classic?. Terry Hasseltine: There are several factors when it...
Hunter and Williams Named to FCS Football Central All-American Team
BALTIMORE, Md. (June 16, 2024) — Preseason awards predictions have been released by FCS Football Central ahead of the 2024 season Erick Hunter and Elijah Williams were named preseason first-team All-American. Hunter (6-4 and 210 pounds) earned the prestigious All-MEAC First Team selection as a leading force on one...
AD/VP Freeman-Patton Announces Department Promotions and Restructuring for 2024-25
BALTIMORE, Md. - Morgan State Director of Athletics and Vice President Dena Freeman-Patton has formally announced the promotions of four athletics administration staff members beginning their duties on July 1, 2024. The promotions are part of a restructuring that will position the athletic department to face the current and future landscape of intercollegiate athletics.
Baltimore Teachers Union meet in attempt to find new public schools CEO
The Baltimore Teachers Union, along with union partners and local and state officials, met on Tuesday as they attempt to find a new chief executive officer for city schools. The union discussed its shared goals and vision for the future of city public schools. Union President Diamonte Brown called it an unprecedented partnership as administrators and front line school staff have come together to ask for inclusion as they search for a replacement for Sonja Santelises.
Voices from broiling Baltimore: “Something’s not right. Every year it’s getting hotter”
As with so many things in the city, this week’s historic, three-day, triple-digit heat wave hit some areas harder than others. The heat is everywhere in McElderry Park – oozing out of the concrete sidewalk, the brick and Formstone rowhouses and the asphalt streets. “It’s messing with my...
Chargers, Ravens Are Suitors for Star Wideout After Trade Request
The Los Angeles Chargers and Baltimore Ravens are potential suitors for star wideout, Brandon Aiyuk after trade request. According to a report, the wide receiver officially requests a trade from the team after waiting all offseason for a new contract. Training camp is right around the corner, so the 49ers have to make a plan even though they have “no intentions” of trading him. However, no one should doubt the team of trading him at all since his holdout could force the 49ers’ hand to make a decision.
18-year-old critically injured in East Baltimore shooting, suspect arrested
WBFF (Baltimore, MD) — An 18-year-old man is fighting for his life after he was shot in Baltimore's Belair-Edison neighborhood on Tuesday. Officers detailed to the Eastern District responded to a report of a shooting in the 3200 block of Lawnview Avenue around 8:45 p.m., according to authorities. Once...
Orioles' Santander singles, Burnes throws scoreless inning in MLB All-Star Game
BALTIMORE -- The Baltimore Orioles had all five players get on the field for the American League in Tuesday's Major League All-Star Game in Arlington, Texas.Pitcher Corbin Burnes, shortstop Gunnar Henderson and catcher Adley Rutschman started the Midsummer Classic, while Anthony Santander and Jordan Westburg were reserves.Burnes pitched a scoreless first inning despite walking a batter and allowing a base hit.Henderson, Rutschman and Westburg combined to go 0-for-5.Santander singled and scored in the fifth inning when Boston's Jarren Duran hit the game-deciding home run.The American League won, 5-3, and has defeated the National League 10 of the past 11 times.The Orioles (58-38), in first place in the American League East, open a three-game series at the Texas Rangers on Friday.
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