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A Maryland bill to stock tampons in both men’s and women’s public restrooms has split Annapolis, with supporters citing access and critics warning about costs.
Council members heard from parents and providers about long waits, higher tuition and a shrinking supply of child‑care slots. A city analysis shows deep shortages — especially for infants.
A newly approved bilingual charter in Baltimore County faces losing its approval after officials say the operator missed a facilities deadline, putting families and a $2M grant on hold.
Parkville’s old VFW will be reborn as the EPICENTER community center and a Mountain Christian Church campus. A March 25 groundbreaking launches a $1.1M public phase of a $9M plan.
Coaches, players and elected officials are gathering this Saturday at Patterson Park to push back against the city's plan to close the Mimi Dome. The rally aims to show how many youth programs would be affected.
Washington Gas filed for an $82.5M increase in base rates; the Maryland PSC has scheduled virtual hearings in March and April.
More than 1,000 people attended Torah Institute’s March 8 groundbreaking in Owings Mills. The school says the new 70,000-square-foot building is part of a capital campaign to expand campus facilities.
Bowie State's BSU Bold campaign closed with more than $128 million, far surpassing its $50 million goal. The funds will expand scholarships and tech-focused programs.
Baltimore's vacancy tax, effective July 1, 2026, will sharply raise property rates for buildings with Vacant Building Notices. Buyers who thought they'd closed on renovated homes say they're being blindsided.
Maryland families say Meta's AI wrongly flagged Instagram and Facebook accounts, leaving users locked out and advocates demanding clearer appeals and human review.
Counties across Maryland are advertising tax liens and scheduling auctions. Know the deadlines, relief funds and clinics that can help protect your home.
A Fort Washington man matched two Pick 5 tickets to win $100,000. He says the money will go toward medical bills and a used car.
Howard County will lengthen eviction notice requirements to 14 days and approve a 10-year rent subsidy to keep the NonProfit Collaborative housed, officials say.
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