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NASA scientists transformed a Maryland campground into a space science wonderland, teaching 165 Girl Scouts about the sun, planets, and career possibilities beyond Earth. The three-day event sparked so much interest that waitlisted troops received special visits.
The defending champion North Carolina Tar Heels are heading back to the national championship game after a commanding 16-6 victory over Maryland. After trailing early, the team locked down defensively and scored 13 straight goals to secure their spot in Sunday's final.
A Maryland mother of two is cancer-free one year after receiving a newly approved treatment that uses cells from her own tumor to fight back. Her story offers hope to patients who thought they'd run out of options.
A federal judge ruled that criminal charges against a Maryland man wrongly deported to El Salvador were "an abuse of prosecuting power," ending a yearlong ordeal. Kilmar Abrego Garcia can finally return home to his wife after being mistakenly sent to a Salvadoran mega-prison despite having legal protected status.
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.
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.
A Maryland high school lacrosse team made history by winning their first state championship, defeating the same team that beat them in last year's final. The Seahawks dominated 8-4 in a sweet redemption story.
Maryland just became one of the first states to cap the price of a blockbuster diabetes drug, potentially saving millions while making lifesaving medication more affordable. The move could spark a nationwide shift in how states tackle soaring prescription costs.
NBC News correspondent Tom Costello pulled a 17-year-old driver from a burning wreck on the Capital Beltway just moments before the vehicle exploded. With help from a surgeon and nurse who stopped to assist, the team rescued the teen who miraculously survived the 100 mph crash.
Breast cancer survivors in Maryland are discovering an unexpected path to emotional healing at a farm where gentle donkeys offer comfort without judgment. The therapy is helping patients process the loneliness and anxiety that often accompany cancer treatment.
Three Charles County high school Unified track teams brought home state championships this week, proving that inclusion wins. Students with and without disabilities competed together and dominated their divisions.
A self-described "burger lover" and his filmmaker daughter drove 600 miles to rescue two male dairy calves destined for slaughter, giving them a new life at a sanctuary. Four years later, Mickey and Moose are inseparable best friends living freely in Maryland's sunny pastures.
A Baltimore County police officer scaled a two-story townhouse roof to save a frightened dog that couldn't get down. Officer A. Flores calmly coaxed the pup to safety before firefighters helped them both back to the ground.
Julie Stinger walked into what she thought was an ordinary school assembly and was showered with confetti as students celebrated her Golden Apple Award win. Three of her five adopted children surprised her at the ceremony, making the moment even more special.
A Maryland kindergarten teacher who teaches "the whole child" was surprised with confetti and cheers when she won a prestigious Golden Apple Award. Heather Little's students say the most important lesson she taught them was kindness.
Over 120 college students, staff, and faculty spent a day transforming gardens, organizing facilities, and bringing joy to nonprofits across Southern Maryland. The Spring Dell Center, which helps adults with disabilities gain independence, got a complete garden makeover they'll harvest for months to come.
Ethiopia is making its mark on the global AI stage, presenting its artificial intelligence capabilities to international investors in Maryland. The nation is positioning itself as an emerging tech hub while seeking partnerships to grow its digital economy.
One Mission Cambridge lets families choose their own groceries instead of receiving pre-packed boxes, transforming how food assistance feels for those who need it. Dedicated volunteers like Stephen Dissinger, who serves two to three times weekly, say the dignity-focused approach keeps them coming back.
A 41-year-old mother who spent her life battling sickle cell disease just became the first adult in Maryland to receive a potentially curative gene therapy using her own cells. After decades of hospital stays and missing family moments, Jessica Ceja now has hope for a life without the painful disease.
For half a century, NASA's Goddard Visitor Center has brought space exploration to life for millions of visitors just outside Washington, DC. The beloved Maryland attraction opened in 1976 and continues inspiring the next generation of space enthusiasts.
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