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Arch Watkins of Old Line Spirits discusses his transition from the navy to running a craft distillery and shares insights about his business on Craft Distillery Day.
Laurel city officials launch the 'Saddle up, Laurel!' campaign to promote local businesses and attract customers during the Preakness race day.
The 2024 Preakness Stakes is relocated to Laurel Park due to renovations at Pimlico, featuring smaller crowds and a subdued atmosphere, but providing an opportunity for Laurel Park to gain recognition.
Starbucks announces the elimination of 300 corporate positions and the closure of several underutilized U.S. regional offices as part of a strategic turnaround led by the new CEO.
Research identifies occupations most vulnerable to AI disruption and those that can leverage AI to enhance efficiency.
Jerome Powell concludes his term as chair of the Federal Reserve, leaving behind a legacy marked by significant economic decisions and policies.
Maryland officials call for transparency in the distribution of billions in tariff refunds to businesses, emphasizing that consumers who paid the tariffs should also benefit. Immigrant rights group CASA endorses Ferguso…
Maryland and other state fiscal leaders call for transparency and consumer fairness as the Trump administration plans to refund billions in international tariffs after a Supreme Court ruling.
UnitedHealthCare requests Maryland regulators to approve a 7.9% increase in health insurance premiums for small businesses.
GOP gubernatorial candidate Ed Hale Sr. proposes converting the Maryland governor's mansion into a revenue-generating venue by renting it out for events and overnight stays.
The Agriculture Department anticipates fewer USDA workers will decline relocation offers compared to the first Trump administration, but two unions report that about 75% of affected employees plan to refuse the moves.
Gov. Wes Moore signs the Utility RELIEF Act into law, implementing changes to Maryland's energy markets aimed at reducing electric bills for customers over time.
Maryland's Utility RELIEF Act becomes law, but a critical cost-saving gas infrastructure pricing policy faces uncertainty as the state utility regulator delays a decision on its future.
Designers in the event and hospitality industries are increasingly choosing Jamali’s luxury silk flowers and crystal vases for their blend of aesthetics, durability, and reusability in weddings, hotel interiors, and com…
Many Maryland residents, including self-employed individuals like Alice Goldberg, face higher health insurance costs after losing federal healthcare tax credits that previously subsidized their premiums.
PJM Interconnection plans to collaborate with industry leaders this summer to finalize a strategy for reforming its wholesale electricity markets amid concerns that unpredictable prices are deterring investors.
Gun-related suicides in Maryland now exceed gun homicides, the final tracks of the Purple Line light rail are installed, and recent claims about strong business growth in the state are being questioned.
Bowie State University, Maryland's oldest historically Black college, announces plans to cut 79 positions to address an $18 million budget deficit for the upcoming fiscal year. The university is among several state inst…
A Maryland legislative panel delays the Maryland Stadium Authority's proposed $48.5 million purchase of Laurel Park, requesting a cost-benefit analysis of the deal announced two weeks ago.
A KFF poll finds that rising healthcare costs are a major concern for voters, influencing their choices in the upcoming November midterm elections, including those involved in the Make America Healthy Again movement.
PJM, the organization managing the wholesale electricity supply for Maryland and surrounding states, is reviewing applications for over 800 new power projects, marking the first such review in four years.
Most IRS employees temporarily reassigned to frontline taxpayer services will have their assignments extended, potentially a third time, due to a significant backlog of amended tax returns.
Gas prices rise sharply nationwide and in Maryland, with the average price per gallon increasing by 38 cents nationally and 26 cents in Maryland, amid new policy moves by former President Trump regarding the Strait of H…
Governor Wes Moore officially launches his campaign for a second term with events in Baltimore and Prince George’s, emphasizing his record on safer communities, economic growth, and improved education.
Pennsylvania Democrats propose a 5% gross receipts tax on digital advertising revenue, aiming to generate $500 million annually to help close the state's budget deficit, drawing lessons from Maryland's similar 2021 law.
Construction starts on a new Tradepoint Atlantic container terminal at the former Bethlehem Steel mill site in Baltimore County, set to boost Baltimore's container capacity by 70% upon completion in the coming years.
A frost on April 21 damages early crops in Maryland, causing significant losses for local farmers and vintners and casting uncertainty over the spring and summer selling season.
A recent report finds that at least 2.5 million low-income individuals lost SNAP food assistance following the passage of the GOP megabill, which introduced new eligibility requirements and transferred significant costs…
Maryland's healthcare and social assistance sector remains the state's largest employer with 427,000 workers and 51,000 new jobs added since 2022, but a recent comptroller report highlights significant challenges facing…
On April 29, 24 years ago, two new furniture lines inspired by Elvis Presley are introduced, bringing the iconic figure into bedroom decor.
Governor Wes Moore signs over 200 bills into law, including Kanaiyah’s Law, which provides protections for foster children and prompts an emotional moment with a grieving mother. The legislation package also addresses i…
Thousands of Maryland residents choose lower-coverage health plans on the ACA marketplace due to rising monthly premiums and reduced eligibility for federal tax credits, according to state officials.
Chesapeake Bay oyster populations are thriving due to reduced disease, but watermen face declining demand, prices, and harvests, impacting their livelihoods.
After concluding the 90-day legislative session, Maryland lawmakers return to their districts to focus on constituency work and resume their various other professions, including business, art, and steelworking.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture confirms plans to close the Beltsville Agricultural Research Center, relocating D.C.-area workers and research to other facilities nationwide, which could result in thousands of job mo…
Maryland poultry farmers can resume building new chicken houses after a nine-month delay caused by the state's hold on issuing pollution permits for animal feeding operations, which ended on Friday.
A cold and damp weather spell in Frederick County causes significant harm to local hens, as reported 104 years ago on April 24.
Frederick is on track to achieve its goal of becoming a 'Convention City' according to reports from 104 years ago.
Starting Monday, businesses can begin claiming refunds for tariffs imposed during the Trump administration that the U.S. Supreme Court ruled were unconstitutional.
The Frederick Keys open their season at the renovated Nymeo Field at Harry Grove Stadium, renewing their affiliation with the Baltimore Orioles. The gates opened early despite overcast and rainy weather conditions.
Fifty-four years ago, car owners in Frederick County recognize that the Interstate Highway System, then three-quarters complete, is proving to be more expensive than initially anticipated.
Democratic National Committee Chairman Jaime Harrison criticizes Senator Bernie Sanders for his post-election remarks accusing the Democratic Party of abandoning working-class people.
Senator Bernie Sanders criticizes the Democratic Party for abandoning working-class people in the wake of Donald Trump's 2024 presidential election victory.