The U.S. Justice Department has opened an investigation into the Maryland State Police to determine if the agency engaged in racially discriminatory hiring and promotion practices, federal prosecutors announced Friday.… Continue Reading
U.S. Houses of Worship Increase Security After Shootings
The Rev. Steven Marsh never thought he would see the day his church in Laguna Woods, California — a town of 16,500 populated largely by retirees — would be spending $20,000 a month for security.… Continue Reading
PRESS RELEASE: New Tourism Programs to Launch in 27 Virginia Counties, Boosting Local Economies
Monday, Governor Glenn Youngkin announced that 27 Virginia communities will launch new tourism programs intended to bolster local economies. These programs and plans were developed through Virginia Tourism Corporation’s (VTC) DRIVE 2.0 State Tourism Plan Implementation Workshops, where community stakeholders focus on developing or enhancing tourism promotion, product development, and advocacy strategies, including specific action steps, success factors, timelines, and priorities for implementation.… Continue Reading
Demand Surges in Maryland for Handguns and Carry Permits
Demand is surging for concealed carry permits in Maryland in the wake of the U.S. Supreme Court ruling that Americans have a right to carry firearms in public for self-defense.… Continue Reading
What to Watch in Maryland’s Primary Election
The Republican race for Maryland governor in Tuesday’s primary election pits a candidate backed by outgoing Gov. Larry Hogan against a rival endorsed by Donald Trump.… Continue Reading
Louisiana Abortion Ban Case Heard Before Judge
With access to abortion flickering in Louisiana, the legal battle over the statewide ban continues with a court hearing scheduled to begin Monday morning.… Continue Reading
Biden’s Mideast Trip Aimed at Reassuring Wary Leaders
Before stepping foot in Saudi Arabia, President Joe Biden knew there would be trouble.… Continue Reading
Youngkin Eases Day Care, School Masking, Quarantine Guidance
Quarantining after exposure to COVID-19 is no longer recommended for unvaccinated, asymptomatic children in child care, K-12 schools and camp settings, Gov. Glenn Youngkin announced this week.… Continue Reading
Maryland Dems Eager to Break GOP’s Hold on Governor’s Office
One of the best opportunities for Democrats to regain a governor’s office this year is in Maryland, and the race to succeed term-limited Republican Larry Hogan has drawn a crowd of candidates. Winning back the seat shouldn’t seem so tough for Democrats in a state where they outnumber Republicans by a 2-1 ratio, but the GOP has won three of the past five elections.… Continue Reading
Youngkin Shifts Virginia Right, Raising Profile Inside GOP
To promote the recently signed Virginia budget and its array of tax cuts, Gov. Glenn Youngkin hosted two high-energy campaign-style celebrations, complete with bright lighting, throngs of supporters and a booming playlist that harkened back to his winning run last year.… Continue Reading
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