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Bowie State Basketball Tackles Food Insecurity in Maryland
Acts of KindnessMay 21

Bowie State Basketball Tackles Food Insecurity in Maryland

The Bowie State men's basketball team spent their time off the court sorting and distributing food at one of their community's largest annual food drives. Their volunteer work at the Bowie Interfaith Pantry proved that student athletes can make a powerful impact beyond their sport.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Firefighters Revive Dog With CPR After Maryland Garage Fire
Community HeroesMar 22

Firefighters Revive Dog With CPR After Maryland Garage Fire

When firefighters rushed to a garage fire in Bowie, Maryland, they found more than flames to battle. Their quick thinking and specialized animal rescue training saved a family's beloved dog from smoke inhalation.

Google News - Firefighter Rescues2 min read
Maryland Launches $100M Clean Energy Program to Cut Costs
Planet WinsMay 22

Maryland Launches $100M Clean Energy Program to Cut Costs

Maryland just opened the door for clean energy developers to help build a more affordable power future. The new "Megawatts for Maryland" program will fund large-scale solar and battery projects using $100 million in state funds.

Google News - Clean Energy2 min read
Maryland Bans Grocery Stores From Charging You More
SolutionsApr 27

Maryland Bans Grocery Stores From Charging You More

Maryland just became the first state to ban grocery stores from using your personal data to charge you higher prices than other shoppers. The new law takes effect in October 2026 and could inspire similar protections across the country.

Fox News Latest Headlines (all sections)3 min read
Maryland Divests $60M from Israeli Bonds After Campaign
Solutions4d ago

Maryland Divests $60M from Israeli Bonds After Campaign

Maryland's state pension system cut 85% of its Israeli bond holdings after grassroots activists spent months organizing state employees, retirees, and faith leaders. The $60 million reduction marks the largest known state-level divestment in U.S. history.

Google News - Historic Victory2 min read
Maryland Bans HOAs From Blocking Pollinator Gardens
Planet WinsMay 31

Maryland Bans HOAs From Blocking Pollinator Gardens

After a couple faced legal threats for their native plant garden, Maryland passed a groundbreaking law protecting pollinator habitats from restrictive homeowner associations. The victory could inspire similar protections nationwide as communities work to save struggling bee populations.

Live Science3 min read
Maryland Bans Stores From Charging More Based on Your Data
SolutionsApr 18

Maryland Bans Stores From Charging More Based on Your Data

Maryland just became the first state to ban surveillance pricing, where stores charge different customers different prices for identical items based on personal data. The Protection from Predatory Pricing Act stops retailers from using your shopping habits, income, or ethnicity to manipulate prices against you.

Good News Network2 min read
Maryland Issues 84 Recommendations After Lynching Study
Global NewsJan 21

Maryland Issues 84 Recommendations After Lynching Study

After six years of research, Maryland's Lynching Truth and Reconciliation Commission has released a groundbreaking report documenting 38 Black lives lost to racial terror and proposing a path forward. The 630-page report calls for reparations, education reforms, and official acknowledgment of the state's role in enabling lynchings between 1854 and 1933.

Google News - Reconciliation3 min read
Morgan State Doubles Scholarships for Maryland Students
Acts of KindnessMar 31

Morgan State Doubles Scholarships for Maryland Students

A groundbreaking partnership between Morgan State University and Maryland Senator Arthur Ellis will double scholarship funding for Charles County students, making college more affordable for thousands. The initiative matches up to $5,000 per student annually, removing financial barriers to higher education.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded3 min read
Over 100 Cats Rescued From Maryland Cruelty Case
Community HeroesMar 3

Over 100 Cats Rescued From Maryland Cruelty Case

More than 100 cats found freezing in Maryland snowstorm now safe after multi-agency rescue. The operation shows how new laws help save animals faster.

Google: rescue saves2 min read
Maryland Launches $200M Plan to Cut Energy Bills
SolutionsJan 28

Maryland Launches $200M Plan to Cut Energy Bills

Maryland families are getting real help with rising electricity costs. Governor Wes Moore just announced a plan that puts $200 million toward lower bills, modernized power grids, and local clean energy projects.

Google: clean energy investment3 min read
Maryland Cuts EV Charger Fees in Half After Listening
Planet WinsJun 12

Maryland Cuts EV Charger Fees in Half After Listening

Maryland slashed its new electric vehicle charger registration fee from $150 to $75 after EV owners and businesses spoke up about affordability concerns. The state's responsive approach shows how government can adapt policy to support green infrastructure while addressing citizen feedback.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Maryland Launches AI Lab to Modernize State Services
InnovationJun 3

Maryland Launches AI Lab to Modernize State Services

Maryland just opened an AI Innovation Lab where state agencies can safely test artificial intelligence tools to serve residents faster and smarter. The lab will help agencies build chatbots, streamline benefits, and tackle issues like child poverty and housing access.

Google News - Innovation Technology2 min read
Maryland Invests $200M to Cut Energy Bills This Fall
SolutionsJan 29

Maryland Invests $200M to Cut Energy Bills This Fall

Maryland families could see lower utility bills as soon as this fall thanks to a new state plan putting nearly $200 million toward energy relief and grid upgrades. Governor Wes Moore's Lower Bills and Local Power Act aims to make energy both cheaper and more reliable across the state.

Google News - Clean Energy2 min read
Maryland Programs Support 24,000 Jobs in One Year
SolutionsMar 24

Maryland Programs Support 24,000 Jobs in One Year

Maryland's business incentive programs helped create and keep 24,000 jobs during the last fiscal year, with manufacturing leading the way. Over 830 businesses tapped into nearly $434 million in support to grow their operations across the state.

Google News - Jobs Created3 min read
Maryland Mom May Be Cured of Sickle Cell Disease
Health & WellnessApr 29

Maryland Mom May Be Cured of Sickle Cell Disease

Jessica Ceja became the first person in Maryland to receive groundbreaking gene therapy that could cure her lifelong sickle cell disease. Her own cells were reengineered in a lab to produce healthy red blood cells, potentially ending decades of pain.

Google News - Disease Cure2 min read
Maryland Cuts Energy Bills $150 With New Utility Act
SolutionsMar 15

Maryland Cuts Energy Bills $150 With New Utility Act

Maryland families are getting at least $150 back on their annual energy bills through a new bipartisan plan that holds big utilities accountable. The state is investing $200 million to make power more affordable and reliable for everyone.

Google News - Clean Energy3 min read
Maryland Invests $50M in Solar Panels Across State Sites
Planet WinsMar 2

Maryland Invests $50M in Solar Panels Across State Sites

Maryland is installing $50 million worth of solar panels on transportation parking lots and brownfields, making clean energy visible to millions while cutting state electricity bills. The panels will eventually power 20% of the transportation department's needs and help stabilize rising energy costs for residents.

Google News - Clean Energy2 min read
Maryland Invests $43M in Solar Power for Low-Income Homes
Planet WinsJun 10

Maryland Invests $43M in Solar Power for Low-Income Homes

Maryland just awarded 69 grants to bring solar energy and lower electricity bills to nearly 5,000 low-income households across the state. The projects include innovative farms that grow crops and generate clean energy on the same land.

Google: clean energy investment2 min read
Maryland EV Charging Network Grows 5X Since 2014
Planet WinsApr 30

Maryland EV Charging Network Grows 5X Since 2014

Maryland now has nearly 1,700 electric vehicle charging stations—up from just 300 in 2014—making it easier than ever for drivers like Lynn Parsons to power up without knocking on strangers' doors. The state ranks 11th nationally for charging access as it races toward ambitious clean energy goals.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read

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