Maryland sheds 8,500 jobs in June, unemployment rate increases

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland’s workforce decreased by 8,500 total jobs in June 2025, led by a net loss of 2,900 jobs in the public sector, according to new estimates released Friday by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). This 2,900 overall public sector decrease includes an estimated decrease of 3,500 federal government jobs, based on data reported to […]

Celebrate National Ice Cream Day with free ice cream at Dairy Queen in White Marsh Mall

WHITE MARSH, MD—National Ice Cream Day is fast-approaching and White Marsh Mall wants to help local residents celebrate. In the U.S., National Ice Cream Month is celebrated each year in July, and National Ice Cream Day is celebrated on the third Sunday in July. On Sunday, July 20, the first 100 Dairy Queen customers at White Marsh Mall will receive […]

NHTSA issues urgent warning for Volvo plug-in hybrid, battery electric vehicles

WASHINGTON—The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) on Thursday issued an urgent warning to owners of certain 2020-2026 Volvo plug-in hybrid and battery electric vehicles, urging them to immediately complete an over-the-air safety recall addressing potential brake failure. NHTSA stated that without the recall remedy, affected vehicles could completely lose their ability to brake while driving downhill. One serious incident […]

Chicken sausage recalled over possible plastic contamination

WASHINGTON, DC—Kayem Foods Inc., a Chelsea, Massachusetts, establishment, is recalling approximately 24,173 pounds of ready-to-eat chicken sausage products due to potential contamination with foreign material, specifically pieces of plastic, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced Thursday. The recall affects fully cooked chicken sausage produced on June 28, 2025. The specific product is 11-ounce vacuum-packed […]

FBI warns investors of surge in ‘ramp-and-dump’ stock schemes via social media

WASHINGTON, DC—The FBI is issuing a public warning about a significant increase in “ramp-and-dump” stock manipulation schemes targeting U.S. investors through social media platforms and messaging applications. The agency reports a 300% surge in victim complaints related to this type of fraud in 2025 compared to last year. These sophisticated schemes often lure investors into what appear to be legitimate […]

NATIONAL HOT DOG DAY: Three Maryland stores rank among nation’s best for hot dogs (poll)

BALTIMORE, MD—For millions of drivers, a gas station break isn’t just about refueling the tank – it’s about refueling the body, too. Whether it’s a cross-country haul or a rushed commute, roadside food has become a beloved (and occasionally questionable) part of the American journey. When you’re 20 miles from the next town, options are limited and time is tight, […]

Governor Moore Moore announces $4.6 million in Maryland Heritage Area Program grants to boost local economies

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore has announced more than $4.6 million in matching grant awards to 91 Maryland nonprofits, local jurisdictions and heritage tourism organizations. The funding from the Maryland Heritage Areas Authority will support place-based projects aimed at promoting economic growth through tourism and community enhancement across the state. “History is an active force for promoting economic development and building […]