Governor Wes Moore Maryland DARPA 20250429

Governor Moore announces new partnership with DARPA to unlock $100M in federal investment in Maryland’s quantum industry

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ANNAPOLIS, MD—In a move to solidify Maryland’s position as a leader in quantum information science, Governor Wes Moore has signed a memorandum of agreement with the U.S. Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA). The agreement establishes the “Capital of Quantum Benchmarking Hub,” a collaborative effort between state and federal entities to advance quantum research and development. The hub, physically located […]

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Atlas V Project Kuiper Rocket Launch East Coast Visibility 20250409

Rescheduled Project Kuiper Atlas V rocket launch may be visible in Maryland on Monday [VIDEO]

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BALTIMORE, MD—A rescheduled rocket launch may be visible in the skies over Maryland on Monday evening. The inaugural launch of Amazon’s Project Kuiper was originally set to take place on April 9, 2025, but was rescheduled for Monday, April 28th.  The launch will take place from Space Launch Complex-41 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. Amazon will use […]

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Gas Station Pump

Gas prices hold steady across U.S.

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BALTIMORE, MD—The national average price of gasoline remained unchanged at $3.10 per gallon this week, according to GasBuddy. This price is 3.8 cents lower than last month and 52.6 cents lower than last year. The national average diesel price decreased 2.0 cents to $3.499 per gallon last week. While the national average remains steady, prices across the country varied, with […]

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Aya Elamrani-Zerifi

BCPS high school senior selected for unique microgravity research

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TOWSON, MD—Hereford High School senior Aya Elamrani-Zerifi has been selected to conduct research in microgravity aboard a specially modified Boeing 727, becoming one of only four high school students nationwide chosen for this opportunity. The flight, scheduled for Sunday, May 4 (weather permitting), is a collaborative effort between NASA, The University of Texas at Austin’s Center for Space Research, Space […]

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Goucher College Science Center Groundbreaking 20250423

Goucher College breaks ground on new Science Center

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TOWSON, MD—Goucher College celebrated the groundbreaking for the Judy C. Lewent ’70 Science Center on April 24, 2025. The 44,000-square-foot, $50 million project is expected to open in Fall 2027. The Lewent Science Center will be a LEED-rated addition to the Hoffberger Science building. It will feature state-of-the-art labs and learning spaces designed to support science education. The groundbreaking ceremony […]

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Maryland ranked among America’s most social media-obsessed states in 2025

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BALTIMORE, MD—The average American checks their phone 205 times daily, with much of that time spent scrolling through social media feeds. As platforms continue to expand their influence on everything from shopping to news consumption, our collective relationship with social media becomes increasingly complex. But which parts of America are most captivated by the world of likes, shares, and follows? […]

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Six BCPS schools earn Maryland Green School status

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TOWSON, MD—Six Baltimore County public schools were named among the newest Maryland Green Schools and Centers by the Maryland Association for Environmental and Outdoor Education. Those schools are: Carroll Manor Elementary School; Hebbville Elementary School; Logan Elementary School; Rossville Elementary School; George Washington Carver Center for Arts and Technology; and Pikesville High School This announcement brings the total number of […]

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Maryland has worst ER wait times in the U.S., study

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BALTIMORE, MD—When medical emergencies strike, every minute counts. Yet for millions of Americans, a trip to the emergency room means hours of waiting in pain and uncertainty before receiving care. A new study has identified which states have the most severe ER waiting time problems, highlighting concerning trends in patient care across the country. With an ER Wait Time Score […]

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