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A scene from the 1955 film Blackboard Jungle

Some would say that the dysfunction in our society makes it inevitable that our schools will reflect that unrest.

Rather than constantly scream at each other, why don’t we formalize the split into Blue America and Red America?

A Baltimore senator asks if its possible to find common ground with Gov. Lawrence J. Hogan Jr. on policies that indirectly impact public safety.

Life Sciences

Tech Council has a plan that it says will produce more life sciences workers. The support of industry, academia and policymakers is needed to make it happen.

Nearly two years into the COVID-19 pandemic, we’re facing what many experts predict will be the largest spike in cases yet.

Hail, all Maryland, Look who’s here, bringing us cheer, Larry Hogan, Yumi, too, Adrienne Jones, and all her crew. Hoist a wassail to Bill…

photo illustration of a brain wearing a santa hat

Last week I treated myself to a box orchestra seat to see Leslie Odom Jr. at the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra. I struggled to find…

One Montgomery resident says real dollars are leaving residents’ pockets to pay for “do-goodery” that benefits no one.

By Peter Franchot The writer, a Democrat, is state comptroller and a 2022 candidate for governor.  With multiple top-tier educational and medical institutions, Nobel…

Redistricting

Here’s a solution to the gerrymandering problem. It might not be perfect, but it improves on the status quo.