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Maryland man receives decade-long sentence for fentanyl distribution conspiracy

By Maryland State Wire | Jun 30, 2025

Today, Amos Oluremi Nureni, a 43-year-old resident of Laurel, Maryland, was sentenced to ten years in federal prison.

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Maryland implements new tax changes impacting small businesses

By Maryland State Wire | Jun 30, 2025

Small business owners in Maryland will face new tax changes as of July 1, following the passage of the Budget Reconciliation and Financing Act (BRFA) during the 2025 legislative session.

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Average VA home loan amount in Maryland falls in Q1

By Maryland State Wire | Jun 29, 2025

The average VA home loan amount in Maryland during the first quarter of the fiscal year 2025 was $492,485, a 0.3% decrease from the previous quarter, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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VA’s Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Maryland average $480,777 for Q1

By Maryland State Wire | Jun 26, 2025

The VA’s Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Maryland for the first quarter of the fiscal year 2025 averaged $480,777, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Elkton man receives 30-year sentence for child exploitation crimes

By Maryland State Wire | Jun 26, 2025

A man from Elkton, Maryland, has been sentenced to 30 years in federal prison for the production and distribution of child sexual abuse material.

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Kelly O. Hayes reappointed as U.S. attorney for District of Maryland

By Maryland State Wire | Jun 25, 2025

Kelly O. Hayes has been reappointed as the U.S. Attorney for the District of Maryland.

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Miami man sentenced for $2.3 million COVID-19 benefits fraud

By Maryland State Wire | Jun 24, 2025

A Miami resident, David Godin, has been sentenced to 78 months in federal prison for his involvement in a $2.3 million COVID-19 unemployment insurance benefits fraud scheme. U.S. District Judge Matthew J. Maddox also imposed three years of...

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VA Purchase Loans in Maryland average $512,083 for Q4 2024

By Maryland State Wire | Jun 24, 2025

The average VA Purchase Loan amount for Maryland in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $512,083, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Restoration News faults Naval Academy over diversity focus, war readiness

By Maryland State Wire | Jun 23, 2025

Restoration News has criticized U.S. Naval Academy leaders for allegedly prioritizing diversity quotas over combat preparedness.

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WBFF Fox45 News reporter on new Maryland vehicle emission policy: 'Why do we test new cars? They rarely fail'

By Maryland State Wire | Jun 23, 2025

Chris Papst, a reporter for WBFF Fox45 News, said that Maryland residents will face increased costs for vehicle emissions tests.

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5 H-1B petitions filed by Management of Companies and Enterprises employers classified under the Management of Companies and Enterprises industry in Maryland in 2024

By Maryland State Wire | Jun 23, 2025

Employers classified under the Management of Companies and Enterprises industry based in Maryland submitted five H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Baltimore man pleads guilty to distributing cocaine after investigation

By Maryland State Wire | Jun 23, 2025

Baltimore, Maryland – Travis Sentell Howell, aged 46, has entered a guilty plea for distributing 80 kilograms of cocaine.

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Glenn Ivey addresses key issues including immigration policy and gun violence

By Maryland State Wire | Jun 21, 2025

Congressman Glenn Ivey discusses major events such as a Baltimore assembly on Juneteenth and critiques immigration policies under the Trump administration while announcing a postponed gun violence summit.

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Average VA IRRRL loan amount in Maryland increases from Q3 to Q4

By Maryland State Wire | Jun 20, 2025

The average VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loan (IRRRL) amount in Maryland during the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $478,496, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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glenn ivey discusses juneteenth celebration and local leadership change

By Maryland State Wire | Jun 20, 2025

Rep. Glenn Ivey shared insights into recent events through social media posts dated June 18-20, highlighting Juneteenth celebrations and local political developments in Prince George's County involving Aisha Braveboy's inauguration as County...

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Delegate Morgan on Trump's opposition to EV mandates: 'This is a victory for freedom and choice'

By Maryland State Wire | Jun 18, 2025

Matt Morgan, a delegate in the Maryland General Assembly, said that he personally intervened to halt the state's planned clean-car mandate.

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Headline: Glenn Ivey discusses NIH grants challenge and food insecurity initiatives

By Maryland State Wire | Jun 18, 2025

Rep. Glenn Ivey highlighted House Democrats' opposition to changes affecting NIH research funding on June 17, while also engaging with community efforts on food insecurity on June 18.

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Alaskan individual indicted for firearm possession as fugitive

By Maryland State Wire | Jun 18, 2025

Today, a federal grand jury indicted Jack Amadeus LaSota, 34, of Fairbanks, Alaska.

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Washington DC man pleads guilty to defrauding COVID loan program

By Maryland State Wire | Jun 18, 2025

Jemel Lyles, a 43-year-old resident of Washington, DC, has admitted guilt to charges of wire fraud and aggravated identity theft in a federal court.

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Maryland man sentenced for illegal drone operation during NFL playoff game

By Maryland State Wire | Jun 18, 2025

A Maryland man, Alexis Perez Suarez, has pled guilty to violating national defense airspace by operating a drone over M&T Bank Stadium during an NFL Wild Card game on January 11, 2025.