A man who was shot by police during a domestic violence incident died last week. According to NBC, the man was shot in the chest by a Prince George’s County sheriff’s deputy around 1 a.m. on October 23rd.Police responded to a 911 call in the 2300 block of Houston Street in Suitland. The woman who made […]
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Maryland Gubernatorial Debate Focuses on Light Rail Project Without Addressing Existing Traffic Congestion
It comes as no surprise to many Maryland residents that the controversial “Purple Line” light-rail proposal has taken the spotlight in the gubernatorial debates between Maryland Lt. Gov. Anthony G. Brown (D) and businessman Larry Hogan (R), who are both currently running for the position of Maryland governor. While the major public transportation project is […]
16th Maryland E85 Fuel Station Opens in Baltimore
A Baltimore gas station, Three Brothers Gas and Go, and fuel distribution company Protec Fuel, have joined forces to launch Baltimore’s first E85 station. “I noticed all the flex-fuel vehicles coming through and was surprised there was nowhere to fuel with E85 in Baltimore,” said owner Paul Goeller. “As a mechanic, I wanted to give […]
NCI Research From Bethesda Suggests Decaf Shares Liver Benefits of Regular Coffee
An evening cup of decaf may be just as good for you as the cup of fully caffeinated joe that gets you to your 8:30 meeting, according to a study released last week. Researchers from the National Cancer Institute in Bethesda, Maryland, used data from previous health surveys to determine if decaffeinated coffee shares the […]
At 82 Years Old, San Antonio Woman Competes in International Tennis Tournaments, Teaches Sport to Others
Even though she is 82 years old, Margaret Canby says she feels 50. Her secret to staying young: keeping active through the sport of tennis. Canby has played tennis for more than 70 years, calling it “a sport you can play forever.” Her hobby has also allowed her the opportunity to travel all around the […]
Cameras in Nursing Home Resident Rooms to Prevent Abuse: Could They Come to Maryland?
In recent years, elder abuse in nursing homes has become a more publicized issue, especially for the more than 50% of assisted living residents over the age of 85. However, one lawmaker aims to combat the issue by allowing residents and their families to place cameras, hidden or otherwise, in their rooms to help protect […]
Maryland Plans Staggered Deadline for Second Affordable Care Act Enrollment Period
After many users experienced crashes and other technical difficulties while attempting to sign up for health insurance through the Affordable Care Act, many states are now readying their websites for the second enrollment period, which begins November 15. To prevent an overwhelming number of requests, Maryland officials are taking an unusual step: instead of opening […]
Hagerstown, Md. Becomes Thriving Tourist Destination With Theater Renovations Close to Completion
Just in time for its 100th anniversary next year, the Maryland Theater is set to reopen any day now, as its $2 million renovation project continues to inch toward completion.According to a Your4State.com article published on September 8, Hagerstown, Md.’s premier tourist draw, a historic theater built in 1915, received a plaster restoration and much-needed […]
Maryland’s Coastal Regions Feeling the Effects of Global Warming
It can be difficult for people to understand the far-reaching effects of global warming when they aren’t seeing the changes around them. This was the case for many Americans before climate change began its descent on the East and West coasts of the United States.Residents of Crisfield, Maryland are now seeing the impact of global […]
Maryland Gubernatorial Candidate Announces the Formation of Business Advisory Council
On Tuesday, Maryland gubernatorial candidate and current Lieutenant Governor Anthony G. Brown emphasized his commitment to developing business in the state by announcing the formation of a business advisory council, which will guide his campaign in efforts to attract more businesses to Maryland and retain them. The current Lieutenant Governor’s business council was created after […]