
Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown Proposes Dream Act Student Loan Fund
Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown is proposing to create a student loan fund to help students who are not legal residents pay for college.
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Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown is proposing to create a student loan fund to help students who are not legal residents pay for college.
Laws in 2012 prompted Maryland's first statewide ballot referendum in 20 years, allowing marriage equality, the Dream Act and congressional redistricting to be upheld by voters.
The approval of Maryland's Dream Act by popular vote should help spur the idea in other states to allow illegal immigrants to pay in-state tuition at public colleges, if they meet certain qualifications, supporters said Friday.
Maryland voters approved the controversial Dream Act on Tuesday.
Dream Act supporters step up their campaign to gain voter approval of an immigrant tuition law.
Powerful new support for the controversial measure to give illegal immigrants' children in-state tuition. Faith leaders from across Maryland rally with students, appealing to voters less than a month before Election Day.
Supporters of a controversial question on the Maryland November ballot take to the streets.
Is Mitt Romney planning an October surprise of sorts for tonight? Has he been saving big policy announcements and details for the debate?
Supporters of the state's Dream Act are making a call to action to voters. The measure will be on the November ballot, and opponents are rallying their backers too.
Maryland's Dream Act gets the attention of a national convention taking place in downtown Baltimore.
Western Maryland Democrats say they're mobilizing to get out the women's vote.
Maryland's secretary of state has certified ballot language for seven statewide questions voters will decide in November.
Millions in advertising. Maryland may not get a lot of national attention in the presidential election, but the state's plate is full when it come to ballot issues.
Yesterday the Obama administration put in place provisions of the DREAM Act that brought many young people out of the shadows to participate in the American Dream. On the same day a judge in Pennsylvania let stand what may be the most egregious attempt at voter suppression in a generation.
Wednesday was a break-out day for supporters of the Dream Act. An active campaign is now underway urging voters to uphold a new state law that offers in-state tuition to undocumented students.
Mitt Romney has provided no details, not even a hint, of what his immigration plan is. Either this is a lousy sales job, which is bad, or he has no idea there's a difference between running Bain Capital and running the nation, which is worse.
The guy who passed health care reform in Massachusetts and vowed to repeal the Affordable Care Act can't take a policy position on Obama's executive order on immigration enforcement?
Marylanders can vote on whether to allow undocumented students to attend college at in-state tuition rates.
Attorneys for an immigrant advocacy group are trying to convince Maryland's highest court that a new law to provide college tuition rates to illegal immigrants doesn't belong on the ballot.
Maryland's highest court will decide whether a referendum on a measure allowing in-state tuition for illegal immigrants will appear on the general election ballot this fall.
In a trial of a politically divisive program, U.S. prosecutors in Denver and Baltimore are reviewing thousands of deportation cases to determine which illegal immigrants might stay in the country -- perhaps indefinitely -- so officials can reduce an overwhelming backlog by focusing mainly on detainees with criminal backgrounds or who are deemed threats to national security.
Marylanders expect to vote on the question of tuition breaks for undocumented students in next year's general election ballot. But a challenge to the petitions that put the law on referendum could change that.
Opponents of the Dream Act are confident that there are enough votes to kill the referendum. But its supporters go to court to stop it from appearing on the ballot.
Voters will decide whether illegal immigrants can receive in-state tuition breaks in Maryland. There's new reaction after opponents of the measure forced it onto the ballot.
A petition drive against a measure allowing certain illegal immigrants to pay in-state tuition at Maryland colleges has succeeded in gathering enough signatures to put the legislation on the ballot.
The Maryland Department of the Environment wants to assure the public that the plan to treat two million gallons of water contaminated by a train derailment in Palestine, Ohio, poses no danger to the state, but local leaders still have questions.
Ever since Buffalo Bills player Darmar Hamlin's life was saved on the field, there has been a push to get more people trained to learn how to perform CPR and how to use a defibrillator.
Medics arrived at the site of the shooting and tried to save the man's life, but he succumbed to his injuries and died.
Investigators believe the teen shot a 19-year-old man and a 21-year-old man in the 500 block of Dolphin Street on March 2, according to authorities.
There are new developments in the horrible tragedy that left two young girls dead at the hands of their father, a former Baltimore County officer.
Both right off-ramps of the outer loop are closed.
A video obtained by WJZ shows two cars crashing at a high rate of speed before striking six construction workers in a work zone Wednesday afternoon on I-695 in Baltimore County.
Police said a vehicle stopped at the location and multiple shooters exited the vehicle before firing gunshots indiscriminately into a crowd of people.
More rounds of rain will spread over the region tonight through Saturday.
The Maryland Department of the Environment wants to assure the public that the plan to treat two million gallons of water contaminated by a train derailment in Palestine, Ohio, poses no danger to the state, but local leaders still have questions.
Lambert, who rose to fame on American Idol in 2009, joined forces with the active members of Queen - Brian May and Roger Taylor - in 2011.
The Democratic governor's office believes that by the time the legislature adjourns in early April, they'll have passed more bills than recent governors did in their first year.
A woman died in the hospital three days after the fire, officials said. The identities of both victims have not been disclosed.
Anticipation is building in Texas as a federal judge gets ready to make a ruling that could potentially restrict access to a widely used abortion pill nationwide.
The manhunt continues for Roy McGrath who once served as former Governor Larry Hogan's chief of staff.
For the seventh year, the family-owned bagel shop will sell its Maryland flag-inspired bagels, which are colored black, red, white and yellow in honor of the Maryland State Flag.
True divas don't need an excuse to order up, and that's why Bar Louie is inviting guests to sip on the perfectly pink Diva Martini in celebration of National Cocktail Day on March 24!
Tony Award-winning actress Joanna Gleason and Festival Director Patti White have a packed slate for the festival
There are eight new restaurants coming to this North Baltimore neighborhood.
"Will Women of Maryland" Tells the stories of the many women spies from our state
The team announced Friday that it had reached an agreement in principle with the 29-year-old, who caught 31 passes for 362 yards and two touchdowns with the New England Patriots last season.
The Orioles announced Friday that pitcher Kyle Gibson will be the Opening Day starter when the team kicks off its 2023 season
The Terrapins are on a roll and ready to keep the momentum going.
The Orioles began the process of trimming their opening day roster with just over a week remaining until the season starts.
Of all of the mystery and uncertainty surrounding Lamar Jackson's free agency, I see his relationship with the Ravens as the key to what is playing out.
As the nationwide wide search continues, a new book on McGrath was released Wednesday.
The Maryland Senate debated a major funding shift in the state budget Wednesday that would set money aside for future K-12 education reforms, rejecting an amendment supported by Republicans that would have steered $300 million to help pay for tax relief for senior citizens.
The Baltimore NAACP is calling for City Council and Mayor Brandon Scott to take immediate action for fair housing compliance.
CEO Shou Zi Chew struggled to convince skeptical lawmakers that the app protects user data as momentum builds for banning the app over national security concerns.
The Maryland General Assembly headed into the last three weeks of its annual legislative session on Monday, advancing legislation on its deadline known as "crossover day."
If you find yourself in Annapolis the 'Naptown Tiki Club' will be located in Ego Alley.
Derek is a self-proclaimed weather geek and has always been fascinated with nature and science.
The Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus is stopping for three days in November at the newly renovated CFG Bank Arena.
Cold-stunning is a phenomenon in which sea turtles experience medical issues after extended exposure to cold water.
The library includes notches to add sticks of all shapes and sizes, along with a couple of balls.
Dollar Tree says they will stop selling eggs at stores because the company can't make money offering them at flat prices.
Here's how you can score yourself a free breakfast on Tuesday.
Whether they've heard the term "pink tax" or not, most women have noticed their products cost more than men's.
The announcement, made Thursday, shows the e-commerce behemoth is taking a less conservative approach to its holiday planning than Walmart.
The key findings of the study were released Wednesday before the Board of Estimates.
More than $31 million was wagered at the state's seven sportsbooks in September during the first month of the NFL season and early part of the college football schedule.
US factories are humming, and manufacturers are scrambling to find workers as the pace of hiring hits levels not seen in decades.
According to the casino, the limited liability corporation formed for the license includes 40% women and minority membership.
The airline workers are demanding better pay, safety on the job and improved quality of life through a new contract.
Gov. Larry Hogan raised concerns about "well-intentioned but misguided provisions" in the Inflation Reduction Act he claims will damage foreign automakers in allied countries that produce some videos in America.
Ever since Buffalo Bills player Darmar Hamlin's life was saved on the field, there has been a push to get more people trained to learn how to perform CPR and how to use a defibrillator.
Anticipation is building in Texas as a federal judge gets ready to make a ruling that could potentially restrict access to a widely used abortion pill nationwide.
The expanded programs would provide resources for healthcare, substance abuse assistance and housing.
Do you suffer from migraines? If you do, help is soon on the way.
Residents of Hawaii, most of Arizona and the US territories in the Pacific and Caribbean don't follow the time change.
Lambert, who rose to fame on American Idol in 2009, joined forces with the active members of Queen - Brian May and Roger Taylor - in 2011.
The cast of daytimes #1 drama looks back in brand new footage, Paramount+ celebrates the series' legacy, and a sneak peek at the upcoming anniversary storyline is revealed.
Mars shared that her parents "don't want me to be a nepotism kid, but TikTok is not gonna make me famous, so it doesn't really matter."
If you find yourself in Annapolis the 'Naptown Tiki Club' will be located in Ego Alley.
Reddick, 60, died Friday in Los Angeles of natural causes, his publicist Mia Hansen said.
Rain chances will remain high overnight through Saturday.
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Ever since Buffalo Bills player Darmar Hamlin's life was saved on the field, there has been a push to get more people trained to learn how to perform CPR and how to use a defibrillator.
There are new developments in the horrible tragedy that left two young girls dead at the hands of their father—a former Baltimore County officer.
These funds will provide a safe place for dirt bikers to ride off city streets and help them with career-focused opportunities.
Katie Caljean, the first woman to be named President and CEO of the Maryland Center for History and Culture, is making waves since her election to the top position last fall, replacing former President and CEO Mark Letzer.
Toxic soil and wastewater from the Feb. 3 train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, is on its way to Maryland.