How Secure Public Pensions Are In Maryland

Public employee pension systems are some of the largest financial liabilities on state government balance sheets, over the 50 states.

Baltimore Local Hero A 'Trailblazer' Leading Fight Against COVID

We all know someone who's making a difference. Here's one local resident who is changing lives in Baltimore.

Baltimore Local Hero Feeds Underserved Maryland Families

We all know someone who's making a difference. Here's one local resident who is changing lives in Baltimore.

MD Local Hero Goes Above And Beyond To Rescue Stray Cats, Kittens

After adopting a cat from Lucky Cat Rescue, Toni Thomas nominated Patti Sprinkel, the rescue's organizer, as a Patch Local Hero.

The Number Of Americans Killed From Maryland In Post 9/11 Wars

The United States suffered through the worst terror attack in its history on Sept. 11, 2001.

This Is The Largest Military Base In Maryland

The U.S. defense budget – by far the largest of any country in the world – is the subject of regular controversy.

Maryland Reports Significant Increase In Stress As Inflation Reaches 40-Year High

Inflation has been surging to highs in the U.S.; according to the congressional Joint Economic Committee, prices climbed.

How The Maryland Governor's Salary Compares To Other States

It's generally true one does not get into politics for the paycheck, even though politicians have significant power and clout.

Family Finds Dead Woman's Ashes, Belongings Inside Halloween Casket

A Baltimore family found the woman's photo and death certificate before posting to TikTok in hopes of finding her family.

Maryland's Minimum Wage Among The Highest In The Nation

With decades-high inflation eroding incomes, families around the country are struggling to make ends meet.

This Is The Best Private High School In Maryland

Faith in America's public education system is fading in many parts of the country, according to a recent Gallup poll.

This Is How Much Money Maryland's Economy Makes From The Gun Industry

Gun ownership has been a staple of traditional American life since the inception of the country, and even long before then.

This Is The Top Ranking School District In Maryland

Few aspects play a more important role in a child's development than their educational experience, among nearly 50 million Americans.

Sykesville 2.0 Earthquake Felt In PA, NoVA; Confirmed By USGS

A 2.0 magnitude earthquake recorded Tuesday night near Sykesville was felt in Maryland, PA and VA, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

Over Half Of All Homicides In Maryland Are Committed With A Gun

Homicides surged in the U.S. by nearly 30 percent in 2020, the largest annual increase since record keeping began.

This Is The Wealthiest School District In Maryland, Montgomery County

Disparities in school spending have been a point of contention in the American public education system for decades.

Oyster Recovery Partnership Hosts First 'World Is Your Oyster' Fest

The Oct. 8 event will feature food, entertainment and an oyster-shucking competition, all to benefit the Chesapeake Bay’s restoration.

How Maryland's Student Debt Crisis Compares To Other States

The Biden Administration's recent announcement regarding student debt relief thrust the topic into the forefront of the news.

Family of Harley-Davidson Co-Founder at OC BikeFest

Stark & Stark will host presentations by the descendants of a Harley-Davidson founder at the OC BikeFest motorcycle rally on Sept. 16-18.

AAA Will Donate to ‘9/11 Day’ in Honor of First Responders

Contribution Coincides with Discounted Membership Offer for Police, Firefighters

How The Gun Trafficking Problem In Maryland Compares To Other States

The United States has nearly 121 guns per 100 people, according to the Small Arms Survey, a Swiss-based research project.

Baltimore Among America's Most Financially Stressed Cities: Study

Baltimore ranks among the 25 cities with the most financial stress in America, according to a new SmartAsset study.

Fallen Baltimore Firefighter's Child Gets Touching Send-Off To School

Firefighters gave the stepdaughter of fallen Baltimore firefighter Lt. Kelsey Sadler,​ the perfect send-off on the first day of school.

This Is The City With The Most Gun Stores In Maryland

There are over 393 million guns in the U.S., according to estimates from the Small Arms Survey, far outnumbering the national population.

Maryland Reports Fewer Gun Sales Per Capita Than Most States This Year

Americans have more guns than anywhere else in the world, and gun sales in the U.S. continue to eclipse those in any other country.

Maryland Homicides Up Over Last Decade, Report Says

Homicides were up nearly 30 percent in the United States in 2020, the largest single-year increase on record, a surge in deadly violence.

This Is How Dangerous Law Enforcement Jobs Are In Maryland

Tasked with protecting lives and property, police officers have one of the most dangerous jobs in the United States.

AAA: College-Bound Students – Protect Your Property And Vehicle

Minor Adjustments To Insurance Policies Could Protect Against Major Loss

Yearly Gun Deaths Are Up In Maryland

Recent mass shootings at a supermarket in Buffalo, N.Y., and an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas, highlight the threat of gun violence.

How The Foreclosure Rate In Maryland Compares To The Nation

Demand for single-family homes surged in the past two years, as the coronavirus pandemic prompted people to look for more living space.

Kelly Education Actively Recruiting For Substitute Talent In Baltimore

Immediate positions available for substitute teachers and school nurses.

Aug. 11 (8/11) Serves as Reminder to Contact 811 Before Digging

Miss Utility of Maryland/D.C. encourages everyone to call 8-1-1 or visit missutility.net at least two days before digging

This Is How Many Gun Stores There Are In Maryland

There are over 393 million guns in circulation in the U.S., according to estimates from the Small Arms Survey.

Mega Millions Jackpot Hits $1B, Giving MDers Another Chance At Riches

The Mega Millions jackpot, currently the fourth-largest in U.S. lottery history, could be much larger by Friday night's drawing.

How Many Guns Are Traced To Crimes In Maryland?

Crimes committed with firearms – particularly homicide – are a growing problem in the United States. Over 19,000 people were murdered.

3 Meteor Showers To Light Up MD Skies In July: How To Watch

Three meteor showers — the Perseid, Delta Aquariid and Alpha Capricornids — will be visible this month over Maryland. Here's how and when.

Maryland Among The Best States For Teen Drivers: Study

Maryland was found to be one of the safest states in the nation for teen drivers, according to a new WalletHub study. Here's where we rank.

This Is The County In The Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD Metro Area With The Most Deaths From COVID-19

More than 1 million Americans have died from COVID-19 – more than the total number of Americans killed in two world wars combined.

Some States Are Vaccinating For COVID Faster Than Others, Here's How Maryland Stacks Up

An estimated 222,682,315 Americans have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19, or 68.1% of the U.S. population. Some states are proving it.

This Is The County In The Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD Metro Area With The Least COVID-19 Cases

To date, 88,027,926 Americans are confirmed to have been infected with COVID-19 — and over 1 million have died as a result.