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Maryland confirms South African coronavirus variant

February 1, 2021

Maryland confirms South African coronavirus variant

Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan announced Saturday that the state confirmed a case of a coronavirus variant initially detected in South Africa.

Baltimore security guard exchanges gunfire with police after dispute over paycheck

January 30, 2021

Baltimore security guard exchanges gunfire with police after dispute over paycheck

After a security guard at a Baltimore grocery store became enraged over the amount of his paycheck, he exchanged gunfire with two police officers and fled the scene, the city's police commissioner said Saturday.

Novavax COVID-19 vaccine 89% effective in late-stage trials; less efficacy seen against South African variant

January 29, 2021

Novavax COVID-19 vaccine 89% effective in late-stage trials; less efficacy seen against South African variant

The Maryland-based biotech firm Novavax on Thursday announced the results of its late-stage clinical trial in Britain, finding that its two-dose jab was around 89% effective in preventing COVID-19 illness.

State lawmakers are pushing to curb governors' virus powers

January 29, 2021

State lawmakers are pushing to curb governors' virus powers

State legislators are seeking to limit the emergency powers of governors after many took drastic steps to curb the pandemic's spread.

NRA says it's asking federal court to overturn Maryland handgun qualification license law

January 27, 2021

NRA says it's asking federal court to overturn Maryland handgun qualification license law

The National Rifle Association said Wednesday it is backing a legal challenge of a Maryland law that requires handgun buyers to undergo training and to apply for a state license, saying it creates unnecessary barriers for average citizens to exercise their rights.

Former DNC Chair Perez mulls bid for Maryland governor

January 26, 2021

Former DNC Chair Perez mulls bid for Maryland governor

Less than a week after finishing his term as chair of the Democratic National Committee (DNC), Tom Perez may have a new job in his sights. The Maryland resident said in a podcast interview released on Tuesday that he’s mulling a run for governor in his home state.

Tucker: Democrats' sweeping 'For The People Act' would 'enshrine fraud,' as lawmakers seek to stifle dissent

January 25, 2021

Tucker: Democrats' sweeping 'For The People Act' would 'enshrine fraud,' as lawmakers seek to stifle dissent

Democrats will control the federal government for decades or more if a sweeping new proposal touted as comprehensive government reform becomes law, Tucker Carlson said on Monday.

House Dems revive 'For The People Act' aimed at 'voter suppression,' 'dark money,' and gerrymandering

January 25, 2021

House Dems revive 'For The People Act' aimed at 'voter suppression,' 'dark money,' and gerrymandering

House Democrats are engaged in a new push to pass comprehensive legislation this month they say is aimed at strengthening voting rights and fighting voter suppression and gerrymandering

Maryland Gov. Hogan pushes to reopen schools for hybrid learning

January 21, 2021

Maryland Gov. Hogan pushes to reopen schools for hybrid learning

Hogan said during a news conference at St. John’s College in Annapolis on Thursday that there is a growing consensus in the state and in the country that there is "no public health reason for county school boards to keep students out of schools" due to COVID-19.

Maryland store that sold winning lottery ticket identified

January 21, 2021

Maryland store that sold winning lottery ticket identified

The winning $730 million Powerball jackpot ticket was traced back to a tiny Maryland convenience store in a town that’s well off the beaten path.