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Gov. Moore Announces $17 Million To Reduce Operating Costs And Improve Energy Efficiency In Maryland Public Schools
The Bay Net - Maryland
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August 7, 2025
Note: This press release was provided by the Office of the Governor Wes Moore. ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Governor Wes Moore today announced significant new investments to enhance energy efficiency, electrification and renewable energy projects for public...
McKinney: Cold mix is Family Island solution
The Tribune (Bahamas)
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August 20, 2025
BY ANNELIA NIXON Tribune Business Reporter anixon@tribunemedia.net AN entrepreneur is looking to bring locally made cold mix asphalt to the Family Islands, which he says are under-serviced. Born from challenges obtaining asphalt while working on a...
Maryland Legislative Audit Casts Doubts on Savings Attributed to Leased Office Space
The Chestertown Spy - Maryland
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August 1, 2025
A new legislative audit is casting doubts on hundreds of millions of dollars in savings claimed earlier this year by Gov. Wes Moore. In June, the Democratic chief executive and his staff announced budget cuts of $400 million — exceeding a goal of...
US Education Department investigating Baltimore schools on anti-Semitism allegations
Regional Media News - Iowa
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August 7, 2025
By Brad Brooks (Reuters) -The U.S. Department of Education said on Thursday that it is investigating Baltimore City Public Schools over allegations of tolerating anti-Semitic incidents. The investigation was ignited by a complaint from the...
Climate-skeptical cities can still go green by building capacity for action
The London School of Economics and Political Science
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July 31, 2025
As extreme weather events become more frequent and severe across the United States, cities are increasingly employing innovative climate adaptation strategies. Yet while much attention focuses on whether the public supports climate action, Jieun...
Fish and Wildlife: Moose, deer and elk from CWD areas must be processed
Manchester Journal - Vermont
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MONTPELIER -- Hunters traveling outside Vermont to hunt moose, deer, or elk need to follow a regulation designed to protect Vermont's deer and moose from chronic wasting disease, according to the Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department. Moose were...
Energy advocates hail judge's dismissal of Charleston climate lawsuit
The Center Square
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(The Center Square) – A South Carolina judge has dismissed a climate change lawsuit brought by the City of Charleston against two dozen oil and gas companies. Judge Roger Young of the South Carolina Court of Common Pleas granted the companies’...
Middletown council votes down proposed Baltimore Pike warehouse
Delaware County Daily Times - Pennsylvania
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August 7, 2025
After a marathon meeting, Middletown Township officials voted against a proposed 330,000-square-foot warehouse complex for the former Franklin Mint property along Baltimore Pike. Before a backed house Wednesday night in the Indian Lane Elementary...
U.S. Department of Education Initiates Title VI Investigation into Baltimore City Public Schools for Alleged Anti-Semitic Harassment
U.S. Department of Education
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Today, the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) opened an investigation into Baltimore City Public Schools in Baltimore, Maryland (BCPS) for allegedly violating Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI). This...
Experts slam Chesapeake Bay draft plan over lack of pollution targets and accountability
Pennsylvania Capital-Star
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August 7, 2025
This article originally appeared on Inside Climate News, a nonprofit, non-partisan news organization that covers climate, energy and the environment. Sign up for their newsletter here. The newest draft of the Chesapeake Bay Watershed Agreement...
Injured Bald Eagle Rescued On Gibson Island
The Bay Net - Maryland
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August 20, 2025
PASADENA, Md. — A juvenile bald eagle is recovering after Maryland Natural Resources Police officers were called to Gibson Island on Saturday, Aug. 16, for a report of an injured raptor. Authorities said the bird struck a window and was unable to...
Maryland Commits $12M to Grow Electric School Bus Fleets
Government Technology
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July 31, 2025
The Maryland Energy Administration (MEA) this month announced more than $12 million in grant funding to support the adoption of electric school buses and related infrastructure. The FY 2025 Electric School Bus Grant Program will benefit seven...
Baltimore schools take action to combat youth homelessness
Baltimore Afro-American - Maryland
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July 31, 2025
By Kendra Bryant AFRO Intern School systems across the nation have introduced new programs in hopes of reducing youth homelessness rates and improving education outcomes for students. Baltimore City is working to combat youth homelessness through...
What to do in Baltimore this weekend, from a cat art exhibit to a cheap 5K
Baltimore Banner - Maryland
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August 7, 2025
Let’s savor Baltimore’s remaining summer days and nights while we can. As always, this weekend’s events lineup runs the gamut, from an affordable 5K and kid-friendly skateboarding lessons to dynamic concerts and arts performances. Thursday, Aug. 7...
Clouds gather on climate lawsuits as another case tossed
Legal Newsline - Illinois
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CHARLESTON, S.C. - A South Carolina judge says he is "singing from the same hymnal" as colleagues in other states in throwing out a lawsuit that blames companies like Chevron and Exxon for climate change. Judge Roger Young, Sr. yesterday dismissed...
Maryland reports 19 heat-related deaths so far this summer
CBS 13 Baltimore - Maryland
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Nineteen people in Maryland have died from heat-related illness so far this summer, according to the Maryland Department of Health. Between July 20 and July 26, there were 121 emergency medical services calls and emergency department or urgent...
Audit Finds $400 Million in Questionable Lease Spending After Maryland's Governor Bragged About Savings
Reason Magazine
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August 6, 2025
Maryland is currently experiencing a $3 billion budget shortfall, and filling the gap has been a top priority of Democratic Gov. Wes Moore. As part of his campaign, Moore tasked state agencies, such as the Department of General Services (DGS),...
Goldpetal Farms Might Be The Most Instagrammable Spot In Southern Maryland
The Bay Net - Maryland
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August 7, 2025
CHAPTICO, Md. — Finding pleasurable outdoor activities in this unrelenting hot weather can be tough. However, there are still a few options that are worth trying. Goldpetal Farms, located in Chaptico, offers a variety of activities, including...
The US Wind Controversy In Maryland: Project Survival At Stake
Forbes
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OCEAN CITY, NEW JERSEY - July 15: A sign placed by Protect Our Coast reads "stop windmills; save our shore" on the day of their protest against the installation of wind turbines at the beach in Ocean City, New Jersey on July 15, 2023. (Photo by...
In West Baltimore, Fighting Displacement Before Gentrification Takes a Hold
Next City
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August 7, 2025
This Q&A is part of Lessons from the Field, Next City’s new series of interviews with anti-displacement practitioners across the country. Each conversation features practical insights and hard-earned wisdom from urban leaders who have built...