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August 7, 2018

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Maryland launches community solar program, creating new green energy opportunities — but also potential conflicts

Tuesday, Aug 7

Maryland has launched a pilot program allowing anyone to power their home with solar energy — even if they rent their home or live in an apartment or condo.

Boosts in income eligibility mean more families to access child care subsidies

More families will have access to the state's child care voucher program after the state Department of Education doubled income eligibility to $71,525 from $35,702 for a family of four.

Preston: Joint practice shows Ravens have talent along offensive line — but maybe not enough

“There were some good things, some bad things and some things we need to clean up,” Ravens guard Alex Lewis said Monday.

Baltimore County officials propose requiring parental supervision for young White Marsh Mall patrons following fight

A fight on Saturday night at the White Marsh Mall has Baltimore County officials proposing that the mall only allow young people in on certain nights if they have a parent or guardian with them.

Maryland officials ask Conowingo Dam owner Exelon to help in 'critical moment' for Chesapeake Bay pollution

Even as Conowingo Dam owner Exelon Corp. is suing Maryland, denying responsibility for pollution that flows down the Susquehanna River, state environmental officials on Monday appealed directly to the company in a letter asking for help in "a critical moment" for the Chesapeake Bay.

At this new Little Italy restaurant, Stratford University culinary students run the show

Formerly Persian restaurant Ozra, Atelier de Culinaire serves gives Stratford University students hands-on experience running a restaurant while serving affordable fine food to diners.

'His poise is well beyond his years': Top Orioles pick Grayson Rodriguez thriving early in career

The Orioles first-round pick hasn't allowed a run in his first 12 pro innings in the Gulf Coast League.

Baltimore council votes to ban sale of city's water supply

The City Council, concerned about lobbying efforts to privatize Baltimore’s water supply, unanimously approved legislation Monday that would make it illegal to sell or lease the water system.

City Council repeals part of fire code to accommodate bike lanes, development

The Baltimore City Council voted unanimously Monday to repeal parts of the fire code that officials say were preventing the creation of bike lanes and new development projects.

Following sexual harassment allegations, Iron Crow Theatre pledges more supportive, structured response

In the wake of charges of sexual harassment against Iron Crow Theatre’s artistic director that it continues to say were unfounded, theater officials are pledging more openness and a more structured response to workplace-related complaints.