BALTIMORE, MD—Three individuals have admitted to defrauding Maryland Medicaid of over $3.6 million through two behavioral health companies. The guilty pleas were announced on Monday by Attorney General Anthony G. Brown. On February 25, 2025, Tasha S. Saunders, 44, of Parkville, admitted to defrauding the program on two counts. Saunders, who was previously convicted and served time for a similar […]
BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland State Police are inviting fitness enthusiasts, community members, and aspiring Maryland State Troopers to participate in the 2025 Maryland State Police Fitness Challenge on Saturday, June 7, 2025. The event will take place at the Maryland State Police Academy, located at 6852 4th St., Sykesville, MD. The challenge will feature a CrossFit-style workout designed to test participants’ […]
TOWSON, MD—Towson University’s College of Health Professions has received a $1 million gift from Mildred H. Burkman (’82) and her husband, Dr. Ronald T. Burkman, to establish the Mildred H. Burkman ’82 Endowed Professorship in Nursing. This marks the first endowed professorship in the college. The endowment commemorates Millie Burkman’s nursing career spanning community health, school health, and pediatrics. Burkman, […]
BETHESDA, MD—A Maryland doctor has pleaded guilty to unlawfully distributing controlled substances. Anissa Maroof, 48, of Potomac, Maryland, pled guilty to a federal charge of distributing and dispensing controlled substances. Kelly O. Hayes, U.S. Attorney for the District of Maryland, announced the guilty plea with Special Agent in Charge William J. DelBagno of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) – […]
BALTIMORE, MD—A new study says Maryland is among the top ten states for cyberattack risk. Cyberattacks continue to rise across the United States, creating serious threats to both public and private organizations. The FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) reported a record number of complaints in recent years, with millions of incidents reported over the past five years and a […]
BALTIMORE, MD—In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, the Maryland Department of Health and the Mental Health Association of Maryland are urging Marylanders to participate in the “Go Green for Mental Health” campaign. From May 12 to 18, buildings across the state will be bathed in green light to raise awareness about mental health issues. This year marks the second […]
BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Transportation is celebrating National Bike Month throughout May with a series of events promoting bike safety, equitable access, and healthy lifestyles. The initiative encourages Marylanders of all ages to explore biking as a fun, healthy, and sustainable transportation option. The Department is inviting everyone to trade four wheels for two as part of the month-long […]
TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Department of Aging has released its five-year strategic plan in recognition of Older Americans Month, aiming to address the evolving needs of the county’s growing senior population. The plan, announced by Director Heang K. Tan, prioritizes affordable aging, caregiver support, healthy aging, communication, and volunteerism. With the population of Baltimore County residents aged 60 and over […]