MARY TODD LINCOLN

May 12 2026POLITICS

Maryland’s new cash help for moms raises questions about past spending

Maryland is joining a growing list of places testing a simple idea: give low-income moms money with no strings attached. The state will work with the Bridge Project, a program started in 2021 that already sends cash to families in ten other cities and states. Unlike typical welfare programs, this on

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Apr 30 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A New Entertainment Hub Takes Shape in Prince George’s County

Maryland lawmakers recently passed a bill that opens the door for a cutting‑edge entertainment arena in Prince George’s County. The proposed venue, called Sphere Entertainment, would seat about 6, 000 people and could become the state’s second such complex after the one in Las Vegas. The plan cal

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Apr 28 2026HEALTH

Maryland’s Health Experiment: A New Way to Save Money and Lives

Maryland is trying a bold plan that could change how health care works everywhere. The state uses an all‑payer system and a Total Cost of Care model to link money with real health results. It wants to see more people living longer and healthier lives while spending less. Families, companies, and th

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Apr 27 2026BUSINESS

Family‑Run Farm Turns Vineyards Into Beer and Wine Hub

Lincoln Way Vineyards is more than a place that makes wine; it’s a family project that blends farming, science and creativity. Jim and Sherri Borton and their children Alex and Ari manage every step from planting grapes to pouring drinks. The vineyard started twenty years ago, and a tasting room ope

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Apr 06 2026WEATHER

Rainy Sunday Brings Easter Weather for Maryland

Maryland wakes up to a quiet, sunny start before clouds roll in and bring showers that spread from west to east during the morning. The rain is light at first, then ramps up to moderate and heavy levels by late morning. People planning Easter services or brunches may find themselves drenched if they

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Apr 05 2026EDUCATION

How Maryland Schools Are Changing the Game in Reading

Maryland has taken big steps to improve student literacy, but success isn’t guaranteed just by throwing money at the problem. The state set aside $10. 9 million to fund literacy coaches and expand the Science of Reading, a method backed by research. But will this be enough to move the needle? In 202

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Apr 04 2026POLITICS

Who Runs Crypto Policy at the Justice Department?

Todd Blanche just got a big promotion. He’s now in charge of the Department of Justice after his boss, Pam Bondi, was let go. Blanche used to be a top lawyer for Trump before this shift. People are talking about what his new job means for cryptocurrency. Blanche has a complicated history with crypt

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Jan 27 2026BUSINESS

Maryland's Chilly Surprise: Higher Energy Bills on the Horizon

Maryland is in for a rough patch with the weather, and it's not just about the snow and cold. The deep freeze is making people use more energy to stay warm, and that means bigger energy bills. The gas system is already seeing a lot of demand, and it's expected to keep going up. People are worried.

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Jan 24 2026CRYPTO

Crypto Clash: Attorney's Investments Raise Eyebrows at Justice Department

Todd Blanche, the deputy attorney general, is under scrutiny for a possible conflict of interest. He owns crypto assets worth over $159, 000. This is a problem because he recently changed policies that benefit the crypto industry. Blanche promised to sell his crypto within 90 days of his confirmati

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Jan 21 2026POLITICS

Maryland's Energy Challenges: A Closer Look at the Issues

Maryland is facing some tough energy problems right now. Lawmakers recently had a big talk about it. They discussed how expensive energy is getting, how much it costs to make and deliver energy, and how data centers are using up a lot of power. One of the main concerns is how much people are paying

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