Governor Wes Moore and Mayor Brandon M. Scott spoke at the commencement for the first cohort of the Maryland Corps Service Year Option, a campaign promise of Moore’s, which offers recent high school graduates an opportunity to serve their community while earning at least $15 an hour.
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NATO leaders recognize 75 years at 2024 NATO Summit in Washington D.C.
NATO members celebrated 75 years since signing the North Atlantic Treaty in Washington D.C., discussing ways to ensure collective defense and supporting Ukraine against Russia, with President Biden stating that Ukraine will prevail against Russia with NATO’s full support.
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Trump challenges Biden, teases VP selection upon return to campaign trail
Former President Donald Trump returned to the campaign trail on July 9 with a televised rally in Florida, challenging President Biden to a debate and a game of golf, while denying involvement with Project 2025.
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Baltimore City Council Opioid hearing canceled, politicians at odds about whyÂ
Baltimore City Councilman Mark Conway canceled a legislative oversight hearing on Baltimore’s opioid crisis due to a lack of agreement with the administration on how to proceed, and Mayor Brandon M. Scott has denied Conway’s claims that he did not offer private briefings in lieu of the hearing.
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Baltimore City officials seek applicants to take over newly acquired hotels
Baltimore City officials are seeking applicants to oversee the transformation of two Downtown Baltimore hotels into permanent supportive housing for those experiencing homelessness, using federal funds through the American Rescue Plan Act.
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Baltimore City Council to hold hearings on opioid crisis
Baltimore City Councilmembers Danielle McCray and Mark Conway have announced upcoming legislative hearings on the opioid crisis, with the goal of understanding the problem and finding solutions.
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D.C. Mayor Bowser unveils final phase of Skyland Town Center transformation
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser announced the final phase of a three-part transformation for the Skyland Town Center, bringing 126 townhomes, 75 affordable housing units for seniors, 10,000 square feet for retail, a public square and a plaza to Ward 7.
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Prince George’s County Council announces special election after recent resignation
Prince George’s County Council has set two dates for special elections to replace former Council Member Jamel “Mel” Franklin, who resigned on June 14, after being charged with multiple counts of felony theft, perjury, and embezzlement.
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Baltimore City Council to hold hearings on opioid crisis
Baltimore City Councilmembers Danielle McCray and Mark Conway have announced upcoming legislative hearings on the opioid crisis, with the first hearing scheduled for July 10, and the second and third hearings set for July 24 and August 28.
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State, local leaders celebrate Baltimore Red Line
Governor Wes Moore and Mayor Brandon M. Scott have announced that the Red Line will be a light rail instead of a rapid bus system, with the state continuing to work with the community and federal and local partners throughout the process.
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Experts discuss importance of racial impact studies in public policy
Panelists at the 2024 National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) Convention discussed the importance of racial impact studies in public policy making, and how they can help reduce racial discrimination and inequities in criminal justice bills.
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$15.5 million in federal funding awarded for South Baltimore infrastructureÂ
Sen. Chris Van Hollen and Rep. Kweisi Mfume have announced $15.5 million in federal funding for Baltimore City’s Hanover Street Corridor revitalization project, which will improve transit, pedestrian walkways, and other transportation options in South Baltimore.