Maryland voters could soon see a major court fight over who controls their data and how much of it the federal government can see. The United States Justice Department has filed a new lawsuit to force the state to turn over full voter rolls. What’s Happening:: The United States Department of Justice has sued six […]
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What is The Christmas Price Index and Why Does it Matter?
The price of spreading holiday cheer just went up again. The cost of buying all the gifts from “The Twelve Days of Christmas” has climbed to $51,476.12 this year, according to PNC’s annual Christmas Price Index released last month. That’s a 4.5% jump from last year and outpaces the broader inflation rate of 3% reported […]
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No Hurricanes Made Landfall in The U.S. This Year
(The Center Square) – Nothing like Helene, and nothing like three hurricanes making landfall in 66 days. Sunday’s end to the hurricane season for the Atlantic Basin was welcomed from the Gulf states to the Atlantic seaboard, with gratitude not a single one made landfall in the United States. A year ago, Hurricane Helene was […]
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Dump Truck Crosses Center Line and Kills Elderly Woman in Carroll County
A Pennsylvania woman died Sunday afternoon when a dump truck crossed into her lane on a Carroll County road, according to Maryland State Police. What’s Happening: Sandra Stigler, a 73-year-old from Littlestown, Pennsylvania, was driving a pickup truck on Littlestown Pike when a dump truck traveling in the opposite direction crossed the double yellow line and […]
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Is This Palm-Sized Spider Dangerous?
A palm-sized spider from Asia has landed in Maryland after spreading across the Southeast for a decade. What’s Happening: Joro spiders were first found near Elkridge in 2022 and have now been spotted across Baltimore and the Eastern Shore. The bright yellow and black spiders grow up to four inches wide with legs that stretch to […]
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Charles County Launches Program to Combat Chronic Student Absences
Charles County officials are rolling out a new effort to keep students in class through support rather than punishment. What’s Happening: The State’s Attorney’s Office, Charles County Public Schools, and Stella’s Girls Inc. have teamed up to launch the Chronic Absenteeism Termination Program. The 10-week pilot program started this month at Glymont Middle School in Indian […]
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Police Search for Missing 27-Year-Old Woman Last Seen in Woodlawn
Baltimore County police are asking for the your help to find a woman who disappeared Saturday afternoon. What’s Happening: According to policel, 27-year-old Ashley Bradds was last seen around noon on Nov. 30 in the Woodlawn area. She was wearing black jeans, a dark sweater and white tennis shoes, and was carrying a silver purse. What’s […]
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4 Arrested in Triple Murder After Washington County House Fire
What’s Happening: Police charged 47-yer-old Darnell Hawkins, of Baltimore, and 43-year-old Tony Smith, of Hagerstown, with three counts of first-degree murder and one count of first-degree arson. 46-year-old Maurice Mouzon, of Baltimore, faces charges of conspiracy to commit armed robbery, drug distribution and a handgun violation. 35-year-old Kierra White, of Glen Burnie, is charged with acting […]
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A County in Maryland Apologized For Slavery
Anne Arundel County issued a formal apology for its role in slavery and its lasting harm to Black communities during a daylong event last weekend. What’s Happening: County Executive Steuart Pittman apologized on behalf of the county government during “A Day of Acknowledgement: Confronting the Legacy of Slavery.” What’s Important: This marks the first time the county […]
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Rain Expected Sunday Afternoon in Maryland
Maryland residents should prepare for wet weather Sunday afternoon before a shift to clearer, colder conditions. What’s Happening: Rain is likely between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. Sunday, with temperatures reaching near 50 degrees. Expect between a tenth and quarter inch of rain. What’s Important: The biggest weather shift comes Sunday night when temperatures drop to around […]