Queens Naval officer makes a difference
U.S. Navy Commander Jeffrey Cornielle, a Queens native and commanding officer of the submarine USS Minnesota, led his crew on a visit down under last week to HMAS Stirling, a
Longtime fighter pilot assumes command of USS Eisenhower
A Navy fighter pilot with more than two decades of service is the new commanding officer of the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower.
Juvenile arrested after armed carjacking, foot pursuit in Wayne; passenger flees
WAYNE, Mich. – Wayne police said they have arrested the juvenile involved in an armed carjacking and foot pursuit. The incident occurred on Thursday (Feb. 27) in the 34000 block of Richard Street at 10 pm when officials said Central Dispatch notified them of the armed carjacking.
Here’s what Anne Arundel County is doing for laid off federal workers
The Anne Arundel County government is providing resources for recently laid off federal workers in the county, including a job fair this month.
Maryland disability advocates speak out against proposed $200 million service cut
With April and the state's budget deadline looming, Maryland disability advocates went door to door Monday night speaking with legislators about why the proposed cut would be devastating.
Strip club Cinderella story ‘Anora’ wins best picture at 97th Academy Awards
LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Anora,” a strip club Cinderella story without the fairy tale ending, was crowned best picture at the 97th Academy Awards on Sunday, handing Sean Baker’s gritty, Brooklyn-set screwball farce Hollywood’s top prize.
Red Line and other transit projects face tough odds this spring
Maryland lawmakers consider shelving transit projects due to bleak federal funding prospects and budget cuts. Transit priorities like Baltimore's Red Line are in doubt.
Make your Oscars predictions — and see how they compare to expert picks
The Associated Press’ film writers have made their Oscars predictions in every category, ahead of Sunday’s ceremony. Now it’s time to make your own picks, and see how they stack up. Below, you’ll find predictions from the AP’s Lindsey Bahr and Jake Coyle in all 23 categories.
Maryland Solar Expansion Bill Faces Pushback In Annapolis
The legislation would give the state the final say on solar projects, preventing local leaders from denying them. While supporters argue that Maryland is lagging behind in meeting its energy
Advocates make gains, still fear millions in cuts for student mental health services
Fight continues after advocates make gains in order to maintain state advances in student mental health services.
Op-Ed: How the SHIPS for America Act can restore U.S. maritime leadership
The SHIPS for America Act identifies three separate, but interrelated, pillars that we must focus on to revitalize the U.S. maritime industry effectively: U.S.-flag shipping, American shipbuilding, and workforce development.
Maryland governor faces online backlash over proposed tax hikes
A new online campaign, "No Moore," has emerged in Maryland, targeting Governor Wes Moore's proposed budget and associated tax increases. The we
Van Hollen, former officials call hundreds of layoffs at NOAA an ‘assault on public safety’
Democratic lawmakers and former agency officials said that more than 600 layoffs at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration would affect services ranging from emergency preparedness to agricultural forecasting,
Patrice Drago: In March, let art around Annapolis change your perspective
Need a prescription to help get you into a new state of mind? I’ve got just the thing: A dose of art. A very large dose of art. The more art you see, experience and engage with, the further away