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April 30, 2018

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Ground broken as massive project to 'transform' Columbia's downtown begins

Monday, Apr 30

Ground was broken for the Merriweather District redevelopment project in downtown Columbia on Monday. The mixed-use development includes a new office tower and housing.

Laurel's Klan chaos in a time of civil rights

An in-depth look at the history of the Ku Klux Klan in Laurel with a focus on Francis Raymond Edwards, a self-proclaimed leader of the Klan and an attention-getter.

Howard baseball beats Marriotts Ridge again to surge into county lead

The Lions moved into sole possession of first place in the county after a 9-4 win on April 30.

Chapelgate softball gets past Pallotti to remain undefeated in conference play

The Yellowjackets improved to 8-0 in IAAM B Conference play and 11-2 overall with a 6-5 win over Pallotti on Monday afternoon.

Marriotts Ridge girls tennis handles Howard to stay undefeated

Marriotts Ridge girls tennis defeats Howard 4-1 to remain undefeated and in first place in the Howard County standings on Monday, April 30, 2018.

Wilde Lake softball beats Atholton, 12-5, on Senior Day

The Wildecats scored six runs in the first inning and beat the Raiders on Monday for their third win of the season.

Why is traffic so congested in Baltimore? Officials blame 'antiquated' signal system

An “antiquated” network of traffic signals is contributing to congestion downtown and in other busy neighborhoods of Baltimore, with at least $30 million in technological and structural upgrades needed to provide smoother, faster rides, according to city transportation officials.

PHOTOS: 2018 commencement speakers for Maryland colleges, universities

Here are the graduation speakers that have been announced for Maryland colleges and universities for spring 2018.