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Maryland officials are testing new technology installed in vehicles that prevents the car from moving if the driver’s had too much to drink. The…

By Melissa Howell A Maryland lawmaker is working to introduce emergency legislation to address what could be a serious problem for drivers who haven’t…

By Kristi King Friday is the final day of the annual multiday White Marlin Open fishing tournament in Ocean City, and organizers believe the chance to…

By Jeff Clabaugh Maryland’s six casinos generated $149.3 million in gaming revenue in July, up 1.9% from July 2018. MGM National Harbor accounted for…

More than 1.7 million Americans will be newly diagnosed with cancer in 2019, but a report from the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network…

By Michelle Basch Residents of Charles County can help deputies solve crimes more quickly through a new program. The program, called Virtual Crime Watch,…

Protected Intersection

Silver Spring will be installing the first protected intersection on the East Coast, and the Montgomery County Department of Transportation and Engineering has taken…

By Abigail Constantino A Cambridge man’s catch broke a 34-year-old state fishing record after reeling in a 72.8-pound mahi mahi off the coast of…

Woodstock

Organizers of Woodstock 50 abandoned plans Wednesday to orchestrate “3 days of peace and music” at Merriweather Post Pavilion, in Columbia — which would…

By Max Smith Increased Red Line service was formally made permanent Thursday, and the Metro Board is optimistic that recent similar service boosts will…