A man has spent 17 years outside the Vatican’s U.S. embassy protesting the sexual abuse of children by Catholic priests.
Maryland
Local hairdresser gives back to community
Local hairdresser Heavenly Swift is giving back to her community through faith-based event Convoy of Hope in Temple Hills, Md.
Maryland Refugee Programs Await Syrians
Various Maryland programs are readying for Syrian refugees, but there is little public awareness such help exists.
O’Malley Gets Firsthand Look at Legal Marijuana in Colorado
Former Maryland Gov. Martin O’Malley isn’t yet ready to endorse federal legislation legalizing recreational use of pot.
Cantor to lend voice to papal Mass, sings ‘for the glory of God’
Christina Massimei, of Bel Air, is one of three cantors singing before Pope Francis’ congregation, leading by example and through song.
Biology professor to perform in choir for Pope Francis
Wednesday, St. Mary’s College of Maryland biology professor Jeff Byrd will perform on a lawn in front of the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, where the pope is scheduled to celebrate mass — a large change from his typical afternoon location in the lab.
Ravens Look to Clock Management with West Coast Layover
Ravens look for an edge by practicing in West Coast opponents’ backyards.
Pope’s Washington Visit Means Transportation Delays
The papal events are expected to attract several hundred thousand visitors to Washington over the course of the three-day visit Tuesday through Thursday.
With More Suicides Among the Middle-aged, Experts Draw Attention to Warning Signs
It’s National Suicide Prevention Month, and experts say more awareness is needed on warning signs
VA, Defense Press Programs to Help Prevent Veteran Suicides
The VA Maryland Health Care System and other agencies are promoting September’s Suicide Prevention Month by boosting awareness about veteran suicides.