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FirstEnergy Corp. Operates Extensive Electric Utility Network Across Six U.S. States

FirstEnergy Corp. Operates Extensive Electric Utility Network Across Six U.S. States

FirstEnergy Corp. Operates Extensive Electric Utility Network Across Six U.S. States
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Maryland court rules Democratic-backed redistricting amendment cannot go on November ballot

Maryland court rules Democratic-backed redistricting amendment cannot go on November ballot

A Maryland court has ruled that a redistricting amendment cannot go on the November ballot
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U.S. Congresswoman April McClain Delaney Secures $1 Million for Garrett Regional Medical Center's Radiation Oncology Planning

U.S. Congresswoman April McClain Delaney Secures $1 Million for Garrett Regional Medical Center's Radiation Oncology Planning

U.S. Congresswoman April McClain Delaney, alongside U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen and representatives from U.S. Senator Angela Alsobrooks' office, has secured $1 million in congressionally directed spending for Garrett Regional Medical Center (GRMC). This funding is specifically allocated to support the planning and development of radiation oncology services at the medical center. The investment aims to expand access to cancer care for patients in Garrett County, Maryland, and the surrounding region. Currently, many patients requiring radiation treatment face significant travel distances to receive care. Mark Boucot, president and CEO of GRMC, expressed gratitude for the lawmakers' advocacy, highlighting the benefit of bringing radiation oncology services closer to home for the community. The announcement was made during a special presentation at GRMC, attended by local government officials, hospital leadership, medical staff, and community representatives.
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PharmaCann Seeks Budtender for Silver Spring, MD Location

PharmaCann Seeks Budtender for Silver Spring, MD Location

PharmaCann Seeks Budtender for Silver Spring, MD Location
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California Regulators Block PG's Termination of Ivanpah Solar Plant Contracts Amid Grid Strategy Concerns

California Regulators Block PG's Termination of Ivanpah Solar Plant Contracts Amid Grid Strategy Concerns

California Regulators Block PG's Termination of Ivanpah Solar Plant Contracts Amid Grid Strategy Concerns
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Arizona Corporation Commission Urged to Mandate Transparency in Regional Electricity Market Decisions

Arizona Corporation Commission Urged to Mandate Transparency in Regional Electricity Market Decisions

Clean energy advocacy and public interest groups have delivered a letter to the Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC), pressing for mandatory transparency before Arizona's utilities commit to long-term, multi-billion-dollar regional electricity market agreements. The Western U.S. is currently developing two competing electricity markets, which will enable utilities to trade power across the region. The groups emphasize that Arizona utilities are moving towards these significant commitments without providing the public or the ACC with comprehensive, data-driven analyses to justify their choices. This lack of transparency is particularly concerning given that Arizona's electricity demand is projected to increase by 40% over the next 15 years, largely due to data center construction, and utilities are proposing double-digit rate hikes, such as a nearly 15% residential increase by Arizona Public Service. The coalition argues that these massive operational decisions, which will impact electricity costs, reliabil...
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Maryland Judge Questions Legality of Redistricting Amendment on November Ballot

Maryland Judge Questions Legality of Redistricting Amendment on November Ballot

A Maryland judge is currently reviewing whether a redistricting-related constitutional amendment can remain on the November ballot, raising pointed questions about the General Assembly's adherence to election laws. The hearing in Anne Arundel Circuit Court addressed a challenge brought by The Oversight Project, Maryland Freedom Caucus, and Republican Senators Steve Hershey and Justin Ready. They argue that lawmakers violated Maryland election law, specifically Senate Bill 29, which was passed unanimously earlier this year and changed requirements for ballot questions, including deadlines and a public comment process. The state, represented by Assistant Attorney General Daniel Kobrin, contends that these statutory deadlines do not apply when the General Assembly itself writes and passes the ballot language, asserting that the legislature's authority derives directly from the Maryland Constitution and cannot be overridden by statute. The judge expressed skepticism, noting it 'doesn't seem right' that lawmake...
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Pedro Almodóvar’s ‘Bitter Christmas’ and Diego Luna’s ‘Ashes’ Lead AFI Latin American Film Festival Lineup

Pedro Almodóvar’s ‘Bitter Christmas’ and Diego Luna’s ‘Ashes’ Lead AFI Latin American Film Festival Lineup

Pedro Almodóvar’s “Bitter Christmas” and Diego Luna’s “Ashes” are among the AFI Latin American Film Festival lineup. The AFI Latin American Film Festival will take place Sept. 16 through Oct. 7 at the AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center in Silver Spring, Maryland. The festival will kick off with “The Match,” a documentary depicting the […]
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Kehlani Pauses Tour Due to Health Concerns: ‘In So Much Pain’

Kehlani Pauses Tour Due to Health Concerns: ‘In So Much Pain’

The singer cancelled two upcoming shows, saying that it "breaks my heart to have to ever do this"
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Republicans face a midterm verdict as Iran war drags on months longer than Trump promised

Republicans face a midterm verdict as Iran war drags on months longer than Trump promised

The Iran war has reshaped the rapidly approaching midterm elections
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Boyd Rutherford Advocates for Open Primaries and Election Reform in Maryland

Boyd Rutherford Advocates for Open Primaries and Election Reform in Maryland

Former Maryland Lt. Gov. Boyd Rutherford recently discussed the importance of open primaries and election reform on the program 'Across the Aisle.' Rutherford, along with former state Sen. Bobby Zirkin, highlighted the growing influence of the two major political parties and the need for greater political independence. Rutherford is challenging Maryland's closed-primary system through a lawsuit, arguing that it disenfranchises nearly a quarter of the state's registered voters who are unaffiliated with a political party. He contends that taxpayers should not fund elections that exclude eligible voters, especially in districts where the primary effectively determines the general election winner.
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A Food Network Star Closes Huncho House in Hyattsville

A Food Network Star Closes Huncho House in Hyattsville

Plus, several sushi spots around town — and more restaurant shutters