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Technology has become so omnipresent in our daily lives that most of us take it for granted. Nowhere was internet access more important than education, especially during the pandemic, when some parents had to drive their kids to a library parking lot to access Wi-Fi. Allen notes that advancements in technology, including affordable internet access and digital tools, have broken down barriers for many learners, making education more equitable.

For many small businesses, securing the right funding can be a major challenge. Traditional loans often come with high barriers to entry, making it difficult for businesses to access the capital they need to grow. That’s where the Howard County Economic Development Authority’s FLEX Line of Credit Program comes in. Designed specifically for Howard County businesses, FLEX provides a revolving line of credit to help cover short-term financial needs.

Alan Tsao, the founder of Tsao Baltimore Watch Company, has officially signed a license agreement with one of Maryland’s most iconic brands, OLD BAY®.

ATTENTION: ALL PERSONS WITH A MOBILITY DISABILITY: If you have used, tried to use, or think you will use any of the City of Baltimore’s sidewalks, crosswalks, curbs, curb ramps, walkways, pedestrian rights of way, pedestrian under-crossings, pedestrian overcrossings, or other pedestrian pathways, and have had or will have difficulty using them because they were too steep, narrow, damaged, or in need of repair, you may be a member of the proposed settlement class in this lawsuit. This is a court-authorized notice.

In a single moment, everything can change. Hearing you have cancer can be an overwhelming, challenging, and emotional experience. But at GBMC, you’re never alone.

As Bowie State University celebrates its 160th anniversary in 2025, its campus is alive with stories of perseverance, passion and purpose. Founded in 1865, Bowie State is Maryland’s first Historically Black College/University (HBCU) and one of the nation’s ten oldest, empowering students by providing innovative academic programs and transformational experiences.

Home to over 140,000 students and a multitude of colleges and universities, Baltimore creates a diverse cultural landscape that makes it an ideal place to live, learn, and work. The Baltimore Collegetown Network brings together 12 of those colleges and universities into a consortium that benefits each school and the region as a whole. For over 25 years, Collegetown’s mission has been to attract, engage, and retain students and alumni to the Greater Baltimore region.

In the upcoming Session of the Maryland General Assembly, lawmakers are considering increasing the cap on non-economic damages—compensation for pain, inconvenience, and other hard-to-quantify losses awarded in lawsuits. Advocates warn this change could raise insurance premiums, increase legal costs, and create unfair burdens for businesses and consumers. If these concerns become reality, the proposal could harm Maryland’s economy and residents. The Maryland Alliance for Fair Liability Laws sat down with Grason Wiggins of the Maryland Chamber of Commerce to discuss the issue in greater detail.

Breast cancer is the second most common cancer that affects women worldwide. Awareness of breast cancer symptoms can help ensure timely intervention. Both men and women can develop breast cancer. Monthly self-breast exams are very important. Studies have demonstrated that patients are more likely to find a breast cancer than their providers, because they are more familiar with their body. Exam the chest, under the arms for masses. Look for skin changes, nipple discharge, dimpling or anything that appears to be different from the opposite breast.

Bowie State University now offers two new master’s degree programs to meet the growing demand for skilled bioscience and computer technology professionals. Programs in Applied Biotechnology & Molecular Biology and Internet of Things & Internet Technologies will position students to take advantage of expanding workforce needs.

Dr. K.L. Allen, Northeast regional vice president at Western Governors University (WGU), firmly believes in WGU’s mission. “Our mission is to change lives for the better by creating pathways to opportunity. For many of our students, their dream of a college education was deferred by life events, and it’s imperative that we make that dream a reality,” he says.

Bowie State University is offering students another route to a career in the medical field with a new bachelor’s degree program in health services administration, which is designed for students who want to work in healthcare but may not want to enter as a physician or nurse.

Health care is continually evolving. While many changes are subtle, the face of health care was forever transformed – for the better – here in Maryland in 1984. That is when Governor Harry Hughes signed legislation creating the University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS). The creation of the System meant that the University of Maryland Hospital, originally founded in 1823 in downtown Baltimore, would no longer be a state-run institution. It became the private, non-profit University of Maryland Medical System. Quite simply, this set the stage for giving Marylanders more options for quality, academic health care.