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March 26, 2024

Biden says he traveled 'many times' over vehicle-only Francis Scott Key Bridge while commuting by train or car

President Biden claimed he had traveled over the Francis Scott Key Bridge “many many times" by car or train, despite the structure not having any railway lines.

March 26, 2024

Maryland: Ship hits Francis Scott Key Bridge causing it to collapse

A ship has hit the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, Maryland, causing it to collapse, authorities said.

March 26, 2024

Structural engineer 'surprised' cargo ship was able to take down Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge

Structural engineer John Pistorino reacted to the collapse of the iconic Francis Scott Key Bridge by comparing the catastrophe to other bridge disasters from the past.

March 26, 2024

Baltimore bridge collapse: Congressional leaders considering federal assistance

Congressional leaders are weighing their options in anticipation of federal aid to Baltimore, Maryland after a container ship collided with the Francis Scott Key Bridge on Tuesday.

March 26, 2024

Baltimore bridge collapse: Ravens 'grateful' for first responders on scene amid 'shocking' incident

The Baltimore Ravens on Tuesday released a statement following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, expressing appreciation for the community's response.

March 26, 2024

MD Senate panel supports Republican nominee to elections board after previous member charged in Jan. 6 protest

The Maryland Senate Executive Nominations Committee voted to support the nomination of Diane Butler to the State Board of Elections after a previous member resigned.

March 25, 2024

Maryland middle schoolers charged with hate crimes for antisemitic harassment

Three southern Maryland middle schoolers have been charged with hate crimes for allegedly displaying swastikas, performing Nazi salutes, and deriding a classmate's religion.

March 25, 2024

Black lawmakers reject Democrat frontrunner in tight Senate race after use of racial slur

Five Black Democrat members of Congress have opted to support the primary opponent of Maryland Senate candidate Rep. David Trone, who used a racial slur last week.

March 23, 2024

House Republicans slam $200 million in funding for new FBI HQ

House Republicans objected to $200 million for a new FBI headquarters in Greenbelt, Maryland contained in the $1.2 trillion federal funding bill passed Friday.

March 21, 2024

Maryland town suspends its entire police force, leaving residents to wonder why

Officials of a Maryland town announced that their entire police department had been suspended pending the results of an investigation by state prosecutors.