The Latest Breaking News from Maryland

A $13.5 million Maryland project turned dredged sand, silt and shell into roughly 70 acres of wetland habitat for threatened marsh birds

In an impressive $13.5 million initiative, 70 acres of tidal wetland habitat have been established. By reusing dredged river sediment, a previously eroding marsh area was restored, benefiting local wildlife and commercial shipping activities alike. The introduction of native salt marsh grasses has fortified this new terrain, enhancing its stability.…

The Times of India · Aug 12

Maryland Center Cutting 62 Jobs After Losing the Federal Contract for 988 National Backup Text and Chat

A Columbia, Maryland nonprofit is cutting 62 jobs after losing the federal 988 backup text-and-chat contract. The 988 line itself remains operational.

Medical Daily · Aug 12

Hindu students campaign at US schools to distinguish the sacred swastika from the Nazi Hakenkreuz

Hindu students across the US are pushing schools to distinguish the ancient swastika from the Nazi Hakenkreuz. The swastika is a sacred symbol associated with well-being and good fortune in Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism. The campaign has grown after students faced cases where religious swastikas were mistaken for Nazi symbols.…

The Times of India · Aug 12

Two people bitten by beavers in less than two weeks at Maryland park force partial closure after both animals test positive for rabies

At Cunningham Falls State Park, two people experienced beaver bites that resulted in positive rabies tests for both animals involved. Consequently, park authorities have restricted access to water areas to ensure public safety. Ongoing surveillance is focused on assessing the rabies situation, and restrictions will persist until health officials confirm…

The Times of India · Aug 10

Stefon Diggs Calls Commanders Lifeline Real Alignment After Escaping Charges to Sign Contract

After a turbulent offseason and a tense legal battle, veteran wide receiver Stefon Diggs has signed a one-year deal with the Washington Commanders, securing a critical career lifeline in Maryland.

International Business Times UK · Aug 6

Preakness date change sparks new questions about the future of the Triple Crown

In the past several years, trainers and owners increasingly opted to skip the Preakness after running a horse in — or even winning — the Kentucky Derby

The Independent UK · Aug 6

Maryland voters to decide ballot measure on whether state constitutional criteria for political boundaries apply to congressional districts

The Maryland General Assembly voted on Aug. 4 to send a ballot measure to voters in November that would provide that constitutional requirements for contiguity, compactness, substantially equal population, and consideration of natural and political subdivision boundaries apply only to state legislative districts, not congressional districts, and that the Maryland…

Ballotpedia · Aug 6

Over the past two weeks, one new ballot measure in Maryland, one removed in Arizona

As of August 4, 149 statewide measures have been certified for the ballot in 39 states, 14 more measures than the average number certified at this point in other even-numbered years over the past decade (2014 to 2024).

Ballotpedia · Aug 6

Maryland voters to weigh in on redrawing state’s congressional map

Maryland voters will weigh in on an amendment to the state constitution this fall that would allow for congressional redistricting before the 2028 elections.  Democratic Gov. Wes Moore held a signing ceremony for the proposed amendment Wednesday, a day after the state’s Democratic-controlled legislature approved it in a special session.…

Roll Call · Aug 5

Two US men charged for allegedly using snakes, a lemur and a monkey for exotic photoshoots

Men allegedly used exotic animals for photoshoots featuring a ring of fire in a parking garage in Maryland

The Guardian - US · Aug 5