BALTIMORE, MD—A Baltimore County woman has won a $100,000 top lottery prize. The lucky woman won $100,000 as a FAST PLAY Mega Multiplier top prize. The woman, who has not identified herself, played at Edgemere Convenience on North Point Road and received the cash prize after buying three tickets. The woman had a $5 winner to cash when she first […]
BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland’s sports wagering market generated $5,728,503 in contributions to the state from a handle of $384,687,982 during June 2024. Sports wagering contributions go to the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future Fund, which supports public education programs. The $5.7 million contribution to the state in June 2024 was the fifth-best single-month total and was more than double the $2.8 million figure […]
TOWSON, MD—Delegates Kathy Szeliga and Ryan Nawrocki are urging the Board of Education of Baltimore County to restore the Budget Oversight Committee. In a surprise move after 10 p.m. on Tuesday night, the Baltimore County Board of Education Chair asked the Board to dissolve its permanent Budget Oversight Committee. After a lengthy and intense debate, the motion passed 7-4. All […]
TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Police Department will be activating five new speed cameras in five different school zones in Baltimore County over the summer. The surveillance cameras will be activated on July 11, and motorists who exceed the speed limit by 12 mph or more will receive warnings rather than citations for the first 30 days. The speed cameras will […]
ANNAPOLIS, MD—The Maryland Higher Education Commission is launching a new initiative to support college success. The Expanding SUCCESS initiative will provide coaching, financial aid, and other resources to help students complete their degree. The initiative is part of a collaboration between the state government, higher education institutions, and community college providers. Governor Wes Moore said the expansion of college completion […]
TOWSON, MD—The date for BCPSfest 2024 has been announced. The annual back-to-school celebration will take place 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Saturday, August 17, 2024 at George Washington Carver Center for Arts and Technology. Attendees will be able to: Enjoy live entertainment and fun hands-on activities. Try Double-Dutch jump roping. Take a break in the Story Time Tent with […]
BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland’s six casinos combined to generate $162,914,432 in revenue from slot machines and table games during June 2024, a decrease of $802,798 (-0.5%) compared to June 2023. Casino gaming contributions to the state during June 2024 totaled $69,842,695, an increase of $412,462 (0.6%) compared to June 2023. Contributions to the Education Trust Fund during June 2024 were $50,369,843, a […]
ANNAPOLIS, MD—The Maryland Department of Human Services has launched a new program that aims to help families buy groceries during the summer months when children are not in school. The Maryland SUN Bucks program will provide eligible families with $40 per month in June, July and August for the purchase of food. This program is part of Maryland’s efforts to […]