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Debate Over AP African American Studies Course Heats Up, Maryland School Board Rejects Program
A Maryland School Board has officially rejected an amended AP African American Studies course that was scheduled to launch in classrooms during the fall school year. The attack on Black history continues after a Maryland school board voted against an African American Studies course, citing it as too “divisive.”
Hogan calls on Alsobrooks to disavow Maryland tax, fee increases
Former Republican Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan, who is running for Senate, has written a letter calling on his opponent, Angela Alsobrooks (D), to disavow recent tax and fee increases in the state. The letter, first reported by the Washington Examiner, calls on Alsobrooks to reverse her support and “stand with your constituents by joining with…
Orioles, Maryland Food Bank host 37th annual food drive when Yankees come to town
Planning on helping sell out Camden Yards when the Yankees return to town in mid-July? Now, you have an excuse to go: Donating to a good cause. The Baltimore Orioles, in partnership with the Maryland Food Bank, announced the annual Orioles Food and Funds Drive is returning for its 37th year.
Suspect in Rachel Morin’s Death Indicted by Grand Jury
A grand jury has indicted suspect, Victor Martinez-Hernandez, who's accused of raping and beating Rachel Morin to death while she was out jogging in Maryland in Aug. 2023. (7/3/24) Fore more crime and trial news coverage, visit Court TV
How Hospice of the Chesapeake Is Innovating Bereavement Care, Family Support
Maryland-based Hospice of the Chesapeake has been pursuing innovation in its bereavement and caregiver support programs. The nonprofit hospice and palliative care provider offers grief care to its entire community regardless of whether a family member was one of their patients. Out-of-pocket payments for those services are on a sliding scale. To expand its reach, Hospice of the Chesapeake works with organizations like schools, senior living communities and other community partners, according to Faith Fitzgerald, director of community support programs for the hospice.
Maryland State Police concerned about drunk driving on Fourth of July
BALTIMORE -- Fourth of July celebrations will kick off tomorrow, and state troopers are on alert for drunk drivers hitting the roads. So far this year, troopers across the state have made more than 2,300 DUI arrests. Megan Moore knows how dangerous drunk driving is -- she lives with the pain of losing her son to drunk driving.Her son, Private Noah Blonder, was killed back in 2021. Blonder was in the passenger seat when the driver at the wheel crashed while driving 50 miles over the speed limit."And yet this 100 percent preventable crime continues," Moore said. "If you are going to...
The road AHEAD: Maryland to be a test-subject state in new federal hospital model
Maryland will be one of two test-subject states for a new federal program that officials hope will improve patient outcomes and bridge inequities while constraining hospital and medical costs. The post The road AHEAD: Maryland to be a test-subject state in new federal hospital model appeared first on Maryland Matters.
Boil water advisory for Washington, DC, and Arlington County, Virginia, has been lifted
A boil water advisory issued Wednesday for Washington, DC, and Arlington County, Virginia, has been lifted, the District of Columbia Water and Sewer Authority and Arlington County said Thursday.
Dan Jossen: Championing Mental Health in Washington, DC; Alexandria, VA; and Bethesda, MD
Summary: Daniel Jossen, a mental health professional based in Washington, DC, Alexandria, VA, and Bethesda, MD, is dedicated to supporting clients through holistic and individualized therapy. Specializing in cognitive behavioral therapy, body awareness, and mindfulness, Daniel Jossen fosters a safe, non-judgmental environment to help individuals achieve their mental, physical, and spiritual health goals.
Three Cities’ TRO Against County Is Rejected; Firefighters Pulled
As Greenbelt’s City Council held a closed-door meeting, Berwyn Heights and College Park did the same. Around midnight on Thursday, June 27, the three cities filed a joint motion for a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) against County Executive Angela Alsobrooks and Prince George’s County Fire Chief Tiffany Green to prevent them from removing career firefighters from Greenbelt and Berwyn Heights on June 30.
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