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Maryland Weather: Hot & humid today; cooler to end the week
BALTIMORE -- Hot temperatures are expected across the area this afternoon, with a heat advisory in effect for most of the state until 7 p.m. Highs this afternoon will reach the mid to upper 90s, with some spots possibly hitting 100 degrees. A few mid- and high-level clouds moving over the area may keep some locations a bit cooler, but it will still be a hot afternoon overall.Higher humidity levels across the region will push heat index values above 100 degrees in many areas, potentially reaching as high as 109 degrees. Additionally, we are monitoring the possibility of storms developing...
Democrats – including Maryland’s Moore – take on GOP proposals to cut vets’ programs
CHICAGO – Republican proposals to slash veterans programs have been drawing fire this week from Democratic veterans and delegates, including Maryland Gov. Wes Moore. “I’m excited for the fact that we got one of our own that’s about to be the next vice president of the United States,” Moore told the Veterans and Military Families Council at the Democratic National Convention Thursday. “It’s exciting to think that we’re going to have someone like that who’s not just helping to drive our policy, but who’s helping us to remind ourselves of our moral obligation.”
Study Finds Louisiana Residents Might Need A Swear Jar
A new study reveals people in Maryland curse the most in the United States. According to a global study from word finder service WordTips, Maryland takes the number one spot in the USA, Louisiana takes number two, and Georgia comes in third. Louisiana is helped in part by some salty...
State Board of Ed to discuss proposed early education literacy policy
The Maryland State Board of Education will host a hearing Tuesday to hear public comment on a proposed statewide K-3 literacy comprehension policy. The Maryland State Department of Education released the second draft of the policy on Wednesday. The board will discuss the proposed policy at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday during the board’s regular monthly meeting. At 3:30 p.m., the board will conduct an ...
DNC notebook: Moore takes a (hot dog) stand, Warnock recalls his Baltimore days
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore and Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker engage in a different type of dog fight, and Sen. Raphael Warnock shows off his Baltimore bona fides in a speech to the Maryland delegation at the DNC.
Big Spin Winners from District Heights, Baltimore Win $150K and $125K
Lottery’s game-within-a-game scratch-off ticket delivers fifth and sixth wheel spins. Scratch-off players from District Heights and Baltimore had Maryland Lottery headquarters spinning with activity on Aug. 21 when THE BIG SPIN game delivered prizes of $150,000 and $125,000. Unique in the Maryland Lottery’s repertoire of scratch-off games, THE BIG...
Wes Moore says "Kamala Harris is the right one to lead us"
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore walked up to the podium at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago Wednesday and declared that he believes "Kamala Harris is the right one to lead us in this moment."Moore said Vice President Kamala Harris was behind Maryland "every step of the way" after the collapse of Baltimore's iconic Francis Scott Key Bridge.He recalled one of the first phone calls he received when the Dali cargo ship, the size of three football fields, crashed into the Key Bridge on March 26, killing six construction workers."'Gov, it's Kamala,'" Moore recounted. "She said, 'I know you spoke to...
For All Seasons Back to School Supplies Giveaway and Resource Expo Draws Largest Crowd Ever
Approximately 1700 guests attended the For All Seasons 2024 Back-to-School Supplies Giveaway and Resource Expo in Idlewild Park – a record attendance for the event. For All Seasons distributed 800 backpacks filled with materials to local students. “We couldn’t do this event without For All Seasons staff, student volunteers,...
Prince George’s County police, Jacob’s Ladder collecting, giving away clothes
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — As the Prince George’s County school year comes closer, parents are looking to get or give away some clothing. The Prince George’s County Police Department (PGPD) and Jacob’s Ladder have been working together to bring clothing to those who might not be able to receive it. “Going […]
MD: Hellenic Cables America to Establish Manufacturing in Baltimore, Creating 120 Jobs
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore recently congratulated Belgian-based company Cenergy Holdings on its plans to establish a cable manufacturing facility in Maryland. Its U.S. subsidiary, Hellenic Cables Americas, has officially acquired a 38 acre property in Wagner’s Point along the Patapsco River in Baltimore City, where it will support hundreds of direct and indirect jobs.
Late Goal By Picotto Gives Men's Soccer 1-1 Draw Versus Maryland at Retriever Soccer Park
BALTIMORE – Junior midfielder Joseph Picotto headed in a cross from graduate student defender Hans Nesheim in the 87th minute to give UMBC a 1-1 draw against the Maryland Terrapins on Thursday evening at Retriever Soccer Park. UMBC fell behind with 5:50 remaining as sophomore forward Luke Van Heukelum...
Information needed in brutal Baltimore County carjacking
A Baltimore county woman is recovering in the hospital after being struck by a car on the scene of her daughter’s carjacking on Aug. 21. Valerie G. Smith took to social media on Aug. 22, asking for help from the public in arresting those responsible for her carjacking and her mother’s injuries.
University of Maryland Nets $500K Grant for Crop Research
(TNS) — The University of Maryland Extension in Frederick is looking to expand practical research into cover crops and better understand how farmers learn from each other. The National Fish and Wildlife Service awarded $500,000 for the project to the University of Maryland Extension in Frederick. Mark Townsend, an...
Hyde explains decision to option Rogers (plus other notes)
The lack of fresh relievers impacted starter Trevor Rogers. The Orioles optioned Rogers early this afternoon within a bevy of roster moves that included calling up left-hander Nick Vespi and selecting right-hander Matt Bowman’s contract from Triple-A Norfolk. Rogers’ next turn in the rotation was Sunday but the spot...
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