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May 14 2026WEATHER

Maryland's weather flip: sunshine in the morning, storms by evening

Maryland started the day with clear skies and temperatures climbing to a comfortable 70°F by noon. The pleasant morning made it ideal for outdoor tasks or quick errands before the weather turned. But after 3 p. m. , a cold front sweeping in from the west brought changing conditions, kicking off a se

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May 14 2026SCIENCE

How Fast Should You Really Drive to Save Gas?

Driving faster than 55 mph can drain your wallet faster than you think. Most cars guzzle gas the most when pushed beyond this speed. The difference is noticeable—going from 45 mph to 75 mph can make a car burn 25% more fuel. That’s like buying four gallons of gas and only getting three. Why? The mai

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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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May 06 2026BUSINESS

Why the sudden crackdown on sneaky express lane moves?

Drivers on I-25 between Berthoud and Fort Collins have a new reason to watch the road markings closely. Starting this week, cameras and sensors are scanning for anyone cutting in or out of express lanes where solid lines block the way. The goal is to cut down on sudden lane changes that can cause pi

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May 02 2026POLITICS

A doctor who speaks her mind and a new pick for surgeon general

Dr. Nicole Saphier has been chosen by the Trump administration to become the next U. S. surgeon general, a role that comes with the power to issue public health warnings. Unlike her predecessor, Dr. Casey Means, who faced strong opposition in Senate hearings over her lack of experience and controver

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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 24 2026EDUCATION

South Carolina’s top teacher teaches science—and life lessons

Dr. Christie Palladino didn’t set out to win awards. She started as a doctor fixing hearts and delivering babies. Then she switched to classrooms, where she now shapes young minds instead of presiding over them. This week, the state named her South Carolina’s Teacher of the Year for 2027. The announ

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Apr 21 2026POLITICS

Healthcare Sticker Shock: Why New Drugs Cost So Much, Even with Price Talks

Drug prices have been climbing again, even after some big promises about keeping costs down. A recent Senate report dug into how companies that struck deals with the White House still hiked prices on hundreds of medications. And the numbers are shocking: new drugs often launch with price tags over $

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Apr 13 2026ENVIRONMENT

What’s in store for Colorado’s weather this week?

Dry air and strong winds are returning to southern Colorado today, putting the region under a fire risk alert from morning until evening. Gusts could hit 45 mph, while temperatures climb into the 70s or low 80s near the Front Range and eastern plains. Higher areas will stay cooler, mostly in the 60s

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