As November’s general election nears, Larry Hogan is making his pitch to Marylanders as an independent-minded, would-be maverick in the Senate. Recently, the former governor aired a TV ad promising that neither Republicans nor Democrats will be able to count on his vote in the Senate. Hogan’s independent streak raises a question: What does he think of the Senate filibuster? The … [Read more...] about Larry Hogan should reform the filibuster | GUEST COMMENTARY
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Ravens fans give mixed reviews on new ‘Purple Rising’ helmet
After months of speculation and waiting, Tuesday marked the reveal of the Ravens’ new “Purple Rising” alternate helmet. The third helmet design in team history features a metallic purple shell, a gold face mask and the team’s alternate front-facing bird logo — first introduced in 1999 — outlined in gold. The team announced that it will wear the helmets for one game this season … [Read more...] about Ravens fans give mixed reviews on new ‘Purple Rising’ helmet
MM 6.20: Maryland football earns commitment from local 4-star running back
Photo by Steven Branscombe/Getty Images This is the Maryland Minute, a short story followed by a roundup of Terps-related news. Maryland football earned a commitment from local class of 2025 four-star running back Iverson Howard, he announced via Instagram on Tuesday. Listed at 5-foot-10 and 195 pounds, Howard is the No. 392 ranked player and No. 30 ranked running back … [Read more...] about MM 6.20: Maryland football earns commitment from local 4-star running back
Climate change made spring’s heat wave 35 times more likely — and hotter
Climate change dialed up the thermostat and turbocharged the odds of this month's killer heat that's been baking the southwestern U.S., Mexico and Central America, a new flash study found. … [Read more...] about Climate change made spring’s heat wave 35 times more likely — and hotter
Celebrating Juneteenth at the Library of Congress: A tribute to progress and perseverance | STAFF COMMENTARY
A nation lives by symbols. Juneteenth symbolizes the emancipation of 250,000 slaves in Texas ordained by the United States Army. The Battle Hymn of the Republic was ever-present: “In the beauty of the lilies Christ was born across the sea. With a glory in His bosom that transfigures you and me. As He died to make men holy, let us die to make men free, While God is marching on.” … [Read more...] about Celebrating Juneteenth at the Library of Congress: A tribute to progress and perseverance | STAFF COMMENTARY