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Trump marks first 100 days in office in campaign mode, focused on grudges and grievances; Maine's Rep. Pingree focuses on farm resilience as USDA cuts funding; AZ protesters plan May Day rally against Trump administration; Proposed Medicaid cuts could threaten GA families' health, stability.

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Trump marks first 100 days of his second term. GOP leaders praise the administration's immigration agenda, and small businesses worry about the impacts of tariffs as 90-day pause ends.

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Migration to rural America increased for the fourth year, technological gaps handicap rural hospitals and erode patient care, and doctors are needed to keep the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians healthy and align with spiritual principles.

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Research suggests a connection between seasonal inflammation and depression. (Adobe Stock)

Monday, April 28, 2025

Springtime can worsen depression, expert says

Budding flowers, warmer temperatures and longer days are welcome signs to many in Maryland after the long, dark months of winter. Some people might …

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About 70% of households receiving energy assistance in Maryland include a person considered vulnerable, such as the elderly or those with a disability. (Adobe Stock)
Trump staff cuts threaten MD low-income utility assistance

The Trump administration is facing a backlash for firing all federal workers in a program helping thousands of Marylanders pay their heating and cooli…

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One poll finds a vast majority of Americans, regardless of political affiliation, support increased mental health services in schools. (Adobe Stock)
Report: MD makes improvements in school mental health services

A new report finds that Maryland has made progress in providing school mental health services to its students but work still remains. The report by …

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Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Md., has said the potential moves by President Donald Trump to strip tax-exempt status from environmental organizations would violate due process. (Adobe Stock)
An Earth Day twist: Trump could 'target' climate nonprofits

Earth Day is usually cause for celebration by nonprofit groups working to reduce the effects of climate change but this year, they are speaking out …

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The city of Baltimore and Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission serve a combined 3.5 million Marylanders. (Adobe Stock)
MD water systems have high levels of cancer-causing chemicals, report finds

A new report found 122 million Americans drink water with high levels of cancer-causing chemicals, frequently from runoff at livestock factory farms…

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The average American taxpayer paid just under $3,000 to the Pentagon in 2024, with roughly 40 cents going toward
National tally: Military arsenal among MD taxpayers' top expenses

As Marylanders filed their income tax returns this week or asked for extensions, a national tally showed where some of their tax dollars have been …

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Another issue this session included legislation passed providing guidance for ICE officers around schools, hospitals and places of worship. (Adobe Stock)
Budget dominates MD legislative session, special session possible

Maryland state lawmakers ended this year's session addressing a major budget shortfall and countless other issues in the state. But their work might …

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Rinsing nasal passages with a saline solution is another option to help flush allergens out of the nose. (Adobe Stock)
Experts offer tips to combat seasonal allergies in MD

About one in four adults and one in five children suffer from seasonal allergies in Maryland, and experts have tips on how to treat them. You may …

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In Maryland, the City of Baltimore has had the most federal funds flow into libraries and museums in the area. (Adobe Stock)
Maryland's local libraries brace for federal funding cuts

Public libraries in Maryland are expecting to soon feel the pinch of federal budget cuts, as the Trump administration has opted to dismantle the …

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Steps for poultry farmers to prevent bird flu include restricting birds' movement and enhancing farm sanitation practices. (Adobe Stock)
Poll: People fear bird flu's impact on finances over health

Since January, there have been outbreaks of H5N1 avian influenza on four commercial farms in Maryland, affecting nearly 800,000 chickens meant for …

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Supporters of the pause have said it would not affect the number of electric vehicles sold in Maryland. (Adobe Stock)
MD automakers, health groups rally against delay in vehicle pollution standards

A bill would effectively delay implementation of clean car and truck programs in Maryland, but electric-vehicle manufacturers and health groups are …

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Thousands of datasets on a variety of issues have been taken off government websites. (Adobe Stock)
Environmental coalition works to preserve federal climate data

Since President Donald Trump took office, thousands of public government datasets have been removed from federal websites. Often, the data involves …

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