By JON GAMBRELL, Associated Press DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — A second U.S. aircraft carrier is operating in Mideast waters ahead of the next round of talks between Iran and the United States over Tehran’s rapidly advancing nuclear program, satellite photos analyzed Tuesday by The Associated Press showed. The operation of the USS Carl Vinson and its strike group in the … [Read more...] about Another US aircraft carrier in Mideast waters ahead of second round of Iran-US nuclear talks
Baltimore restaurants say raising tipped wages would mean fewer jobs, hurting workers
Baltimore’s restaurant industry is pushing back on a progressive policy proposal they say has been catastrophic for Washington, D.C., restaurants and could have similar negative impacts in Charm City. Known as the “One Fair Wage bill” after the advocacy group of the same name, legislation pending before the Baltimore City Council could increase the base minimum wage for … [Read more...] about Baltimore restaurants say raising tipped wages would mean fewer jobs, hurting workers
How Gov. Wes Moore is rewriting the narrative on Maryland’s economy | ANALYSIS
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore recently signed the largest budget in state history, which includes more than a dozen new taxes and fees. But he continues to tout a tax cut for the middle class. The Democratic governor’s Republican critics have quickly pounced on what they see as gaslighting. Senate Minority Whip Justin Ready, who represents Carroll and Frederick counties, describes … [Read more...] about How Gov. Wes Moore is rewriting the narrative on Maryland’s economy | ANALYSIS
Removed Confederate monuments in Maryland to remain hidden, despite Trump executive order
The statue of Captain John O’Donnell, an 18th century merchant who enslaved dozens of Black people on his Maryland plantation, won’t be returning to its former perch in Baltimore’s Canton Square, despite an executive order last month from President Donald Trump. Neither will the four Confederate monuments removed from their pedestals in the dead of night in 2017 and later … [Read more...] about Removed Confederate monuments in Maryland to remain hidden, despite Trump executive order
Carroll County high school sports week in review: A look at the top teams and players (April 7-13)
Each week, the Carroll County Times highlights a Team of the Week and names five standout players. Team of the Week Westminster boys lacrosse The Owls hold a share of first place in the county at 3-0 after a pair of comeback wins. Against previously unbeaten Manchester Valley on Thursday, the Owls trailed by one at halftime before rallying for a 9-8 victory behind their … [Read more...] about Carroll County high school sports week in review: A look at the top teams and players (April 7-13)