Maryland’s economy lost 8,500 jobs in June, led by the state’s steepest monthly drop in federal government employment in nearly 30 years, according to new data released Friday by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics. The public sector accounted for the largest share of job losses, losing 2,900 positions. That figure includes an estimated decrease of 3,500 … [Read more...] about Maryland loses 8,500 jobs in June as federal employment plunges
Concealed carrying in Maryland isn’t only about skills — it’s about mindset
Those looking to obtain their concealed carry permit in Maryland must complete a Maryland State Police-approved wear and carry firearms training course. But for Freestate Firearms Training, the course doesn’t just cover the skills of how to legally carry a gun — half of the 16-hour course is devoted to learning the mindset of when and how to use a firearm … [Read more...] about Concealed carrying in Maryland isn’t only about skills — it’s about mindset
Georgia Rep. Greene explains why she voted against GENIUS Act
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., has explained why she voted against a bill that would regulate some cryptocurrencies. She wrote in a post on social media platform X that the bill, called the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins, or GENIUS, Act, regulates stablecoins and “provides for the backdoor Centralized Bank Digital Currency [CBDC].” It’s … [Read more...] about Georgia Rep. Greene explains why she voted against GENIUS Act
Settlement reached in investors’ lawsuit against Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and other company leaders
By MINGSON LAU, Associated Press WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) — A settlement was announced Thursday in court in a class action investors’ lawsuit against Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and current and former company leaders over claims stemming from the privacy scandal involving the Cambridge Analytica political consulting firm. The suit had sought billions of dollars in reimbursement for … [Read more...] about Settlement reached in investors’ lawsuit against Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and other company leaders
Seven children arrested, two injured after Walmart shooting in Middle River
Seven children were arrested Wednesday, and two were injured after a single gunshot rang out over a fight inside a Walmart store in Middle River, authorities said. Baltimore County Police said Thursday that the children arrested were between the ages of 12 and 15. Police are searching for additional suspects in the case, department spokesperson Joy Stewart said, but it was … [Read more...] about Seven children arrested, two injured after Walmart shooting in Middle River