A roundup of some of Maryland’s legislative committee meetings.
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Broken or Missing Smoke Detectors Are a Factor in 6 Out of 10 Fire Deaths
Four people died in a house fire in Chillum in Prince George’s County on Tuesday in a home that lacked smoke detectors, according to county fire officials.
Below Freezing Temperatures Start Later Than Usual This Winter
Jan. 4 was the first day that average temperatures dropped below freezing this winter. That signaled an especially late start to winter. In 20 of the last 22 years — all but 2016 and 2011 — the first below-freezing day fell before New Year’s Eve.
New Poll Reveals Tight Maryland Senate Race
New survey of likely Democratic voters in Maryland’s Senate primary shows Chris Van Hollen with a slight lead over Donna Edwards.
Attorneys General Aim to Curb Regional Gun Violence, Trafficking
Attorneys general in Maryland, Virginia and the District of Columbia meet to coordinate efforts on reducing gun violence and illegal gun trafficking in the region.
Activists and Former Felons Advocated to Override Gov. Hogan’s Veto
With the possibility of a veto override in the General Assembly looming next week, activists gathered on the steps of the Maryland State House to urge legislators to expand voting rights for former felons.
Maryland General Assembly 2016 session kicks off in Annapolis
Photos show legislators in action on the first day of the 2016 Maryland General Assembly.
Some States Surpass Maryland in Spending per Powerball Jackpot
Maryland has only won two Powerball jackpot tickets since the state started participating in the lottery in 2010, but $541 million have been spent on tickets in the state. That means $271 million per each jackpot.
Sylvester Stallone Holds the Record for the Longest Time Between Oscar Nominations
Sylvester Stallone was nominated Thursday for an Academy Award for best supporting actor for his role in Creed, 39 years after his first and only Oscar nominations for writing and starring in Rocky in 1977.
Maryland Considers Stricter Drunken Driving Penalties for First-Time Offenders
The General Assembly will weigh lowering the blood alcohol content required for first-time, non-commercial offenders to receive the device, which prevents motorists from starting their vehicle while intoxicated.