05/12/2026

Maryland Lawmakers Boost Bay Protections, Tighten Industrial Emissions

The Maryland General Assembly wrapped its 2026 session with key environmental wins, including enhanced Chesapeake Bay safeguards and new restrictions on sewage sludge PFAS levels. These measures build on prior climate laws amid rising concerns over pollution in waterways feeding the bay. Gov. Wes Moore has until June 2 to sign the 884 passed bills.

May 12

BPD Launches SafeGrowth Plans in 7 Baltimore Neighborhoods

Baltimore Police are partnering with seven neighborhoods on tailored safety plans using environmental design to combat crime and rebuild trust. Informed by the SafeGrowth program, the initiative targets drugs, violence, and blight in areas like Baltimore Highlands. Officials aim to strengthen community policing amid ongoing violence reduction efforts.

May 12

Baltimore Port's $1.2B Bet: From Steel Mill to Container Hub

Maryland is banking on a sweeping transformation of the former Bethlehem Steel site at Sparrows Point, where a $1.2 billion private investment backed by $88 million in state funds is expected to triple the Port of Baltimore's container capacity and create over 8,000 jobs by 2030.

May 12

Maryland Housing Market Heats Up This Spring with Rising Prices, Demand

May 12

The Algorithmic Tightrope: Personalization vs. Conformity

Are algorithms curating our experiences to enrich our lives, or are they trapping us in echo chambers that stifle growth and divide us further? Let's explore the fine line between personalized convenience and homogenized thought.

May 12

The Contentious Case of Counterpoint: Is Structured Disagreement Really Divisive?

May 12

Is the Era of Nuance Over? Point, Counterpoint, and the Missing Middle Ground

May 12

Numbers All Around: Unlocking the Fibonacci Fun in Everyday Life

May 12

Sync or Sink: Streamlining Your Brand Across Social Platforms

May 12

The Curious Case of Competing Truths: Can We All Be Right At Once?

In an age defined by opposing viewpoints, Splurge Sullivan dives into the possibility that multiple “truths” can coexist, and the potential value of embracing this complexity.

May 12

Rockville Reminds Residents of Refuse and Recycling Regulations

Rockville residents are reminded of the regulations for Tuesday refuse and recycling collection, including proper placement and preparation of items.

May 12

Water Main Break near Route 13 & E. Market Street – Low Water Pressure Expected

May 12