The first Earth Day was introduced by Gaylord Nelson, the former governor of Wisconsin, on April 22, 1970.
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Maryland Starbucks unionizes days before a Supreme Court case on labor rights
Workers at the Starbucks cafe voted to unionize, just days ahead of a Supreme Court case involving the company’s challenge of a federal labor injunction.
The Freedom to Read Act supports school librarians
PRINCE FREDERICK, Md. – Maryland librarians praise passage of the Freedom to Read Act, which thwarts attempted book bans in the state.
Montgomery Co., Maryland students prepare for school’s first prom at third annual ‘Project Prom Dress’
Montgomery County students shop lightly used prom attire for free in preparation for their school’s first prom.
The University of Maryland and Johns Hopkins University men’s lacrosse rivalry runs deep
Maryland men’s lacrosse and Johns Hopkins men’s lacrosse will take part in another rendition of “The Rivalry.”
Montgomery Co., Maryland’s Office of Consumer Protection warns residents about driveway paving scams
As spring rolls around more homeowners are having their driveways re-paved.
Lawmakers tangle over Biden pause on new LNG terminals
WASHINGTON – House Republicans criticized the Biden administration Thursday for its temporary pause in liquified natural gas (LNG) export applications, citing negative impacts on the economy and international relationships. “This administration’s pause has caused a great alarm and uncertainty, particularly…
To prod congressional action, bill would cut lawmakers’ pay after mass shootings
Members of Congress would have their pay reduced each time there is a mass shooting until lawmakers take action on gun safety reforms.
Maryland basketball games can look empty inside the cavernous Xfinity Center
Maryland has the second largest arena in the Big Ten for both men’s and women’s basketball. The size could explain why Xfinity Center often looks emptier than the announced attendance.