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Governor Moore announces $5 million in grants for first-generation Maryland students

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ANNAPOLIS, MD—Maryland Governor Wes Moore has announced a $5 million grant initiative to support first-generation students in their pursuit of post-secondary education. The grants, administered through the Next Generation Scholars of Maryland Program, will be used during the 2025-2026 academic year to support community-led programs that assist low-income students in high-poverty school systems. “As we work to prepare the next […]

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Maryland collects over $18.4 million in cannabis tax revenue

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ANNAPOLIS, MD—Maryland collected more than $18.4 million in tax revenue from adult-use cannabis sales between April and June, the Maryland Comptroller’s Office announced Friday. The Central Region of the state, which includes Baltimore City and Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Carroll, Harford, and Howard counties, generated the largest share of revenue, with more than $8 million collected. The Capital region, which includes […]

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Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for central Maryland

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BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for central Maryland. The watch will remain in effect until 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 6 and covers Carroll County, Harford County, Baltimore County, Baltimore City, Anne Arundel County, and Cecil County. Damaging winds and isolated large hail are the main threats associated with any storms that develop Forecasters […]

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Maryland casinos generate $170.3 million in gaming revenue during August

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BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland’s six casinos combined to generate $170,270,670 in revenue from slot machines and table games during August 2025. The statewide total was down $3,653,847 (-2.1%) compared to August 2024. Casino gaming contributions to the state during August 2025 totaled $72,752,422, a decrease of $906,021 (-1.2%) compared to August 2024. The August 2025 contributions included $52,406,595 to the Education Trust […]

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Baltimore man sentenced to 10 years for armed robberies, carjacking

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BALTIMORE, MD—A Baltimore man has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for his role in two armed commercial robberies and a carjacking in November 2022, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Maryland announced. U.S. District Judge Ellen L. Hollander sentenced John Hyman, 21, of Baltimore, followed by three years of supervised release. Co-defendant Devin Grimes previously […]

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Five Below to celebrate grand opening of new store in northeast Baltimore

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BALTIMORE, MD—Five Below, the popular extreme-value retailer, is set to open its newest store in northeast Baltimore, the company announced. Located at The Alameda, 5600 The Alameda (21239), the store will offer a wide array of products, with most items priced between $1 and $5. The selection spans eight “worlds”: Style, Room, Sports, Tech, Create, Party, Candy, and New & […]

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Old Bay

Old Bay seasoning tops list of Maryland’s most loved brands

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BALTIMORE, MD—A new survey from financial media company MarketBeat.com found that Old Bay Seasoning is Maryland’s most-loved homegrown brand, beating out other iconic local products. The survey of 3,015 Maryland residents asked them to name the products that inspired the most state pride. Old Bay, the iconic spice blend created in Baltimore in 1939, took the top spot. Known for […]

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