By Madyson Fitzgerald, Stateline.org While on her way home from a co-working space in Denver last year, Colorado state Rep. Jenny Willford says she was sexually assaulted by her Lyft driver. In her lawsuit filed against Lyft in January, Willford alleges she was “subjected to unwelcome, nonconsensual sexual contact, touching” and lewd comments during the ride. Willford was … [Read more...] about Uber, Lyft oppose some bills that aim to prevent assaults during rides
Maryland faces a deepening food insecurity crisis | GUEST COMMENTARY
Rising food prices. Cuts to critical assistance programs. Lingering economic uncertainty. Together, these forces have created a perfect storm of heartache, further fueling the dramatic rise in food insecurity across the country. Here in Maryland, since the days of the COVID pandemic, one in three residents continues to struggle to afford basic necessities. At a time when our … [Read more...] about Maryland faces a deepening food insecurity crisis | GUEST COMMENTARY
Can you drink your way to good health with soda?
By Sono Motoyama, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette PITTSBURGH — Depending on where you shop and in which aisle, you may have noticed the colorful packaging of “gut sodas” taking up shelf space. Related Articles Brunch chain to open Baltimore Peninsula location Indian fast-casual concept to open in Owings Mills Recipe: … [Read more...] about Can you drink your way to good health with soda?
Baltimore drivers ranked third riskiest in nation, report finds
Baltimore remains one of the most dangerous cities in the U.S. for drivers, ranking third-worst in Allstate’s latest annual “Best Drivers Report.” The 2025 report, which analyzes auto insurance claims in the 200 most populous U.S. cities, shows Baltimore still ranks near the bottom of the “safest driving cities” list at 198th – the same position it held a decade ago. Nearby … [Read more...] about Baltimore drivers ranked third riskiest in nation, report finds
One Tech Tip: No more lost cats and dogs. Use tech to track your pet
By KELVIN CHAN, Associated Press LONDON (AP) — “Have you seen the cats?” That’s a common refrain in my household because our two felines, Maple and Juniper, can venture outside through a flap in the backdoor. Like many other London house cats, they’re free to come and go, roaming the surrounding backyards and beyond, equipped with microchips to identify them if they get … [Read more...] about One Tech Tip: No more lost cats and dogs. Use tech to track your pet