Persia’s Picks
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore announced Thursday that the state will provide an $800 credit and admissions assistance to students who were recently disenrolled from Howard University and choose to continue their education at participating Maryland public universities. According to the governor’s office, Moore has directed the Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC) and the University System […]
Every summer, former President Barack Obama shares a curated playlist highlighting the songs he’s been enjoying, and his latest edition is no exception. This year’s collection once again showcases his wide-ranging musical taste, spanning hip-hop, R&B, funk, classic rock, pop, and more. While some of the featured artists are longtime favorites that fans have come […]
The-Dream talks with 92Q’s Persia Nicole about Love/Hate 2, his evolution, more than 100 Beyoncé songs in the vault and a possible Baltimore tour.
Nearly 200 Maryland Drivers Double-Charged for Vehicle Emissions Inspections Nearly 200 Maryland drivers were mistakenly charged twice for their vehicle emissions inspections following the statewide rollout of new testing equipment earlier this year. The issue came to light after a Maryland driver contacted FOX45 News, reporting that they were double-charged during a visit to the […]
Sean “Diddy” Combs could face additional consequences while serving his prison sentence following reports of an alleged altercation at FCI Fort Dix in New Jersey. According to TMZ, Combs was involved in a fight with another inmate earlier this week and was reportedly placed in solitary confinement after the incident. Because part of his sentence […]
LeBron James is heading to Philadelphia for what he says will be the final chapter of his legendary NBA career. After publicly revealing that he seriously considered retirement, the 41-year-old announced Friday that he has signed a two-year, $8 million contract with the Philadelphia 76ers. The deal includes a player option for the second season. […]
Nearly 1.6 Million Dozen Eggs Recalled Over Possible Salmonella Risk Nearly 1.6 million dozen white and brown cage-free eggs have been recalled after concerns they may be contaminated with Salmonella Enteritidis, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The recall, announced on July 22, was issued by Midwest Poultry Services, L.P. and affects […]
Chick-fil-A Alerts Customers After Cyberattack Targets Loyalty Accounts Chick-fil-A is notifying customers in 10 states including Maryland following a cyberattack that may have exposed personal information stored in some Chick-fil-A One loyalty accounts. The fast-food chain said it recently detected suspicious login activity involving certain customer accounts and launched an investigation into the incident. According […]
Maryland Tax-Free Week Returns in August With a Chance to Win $1,000 Maryland’s Tax-Free Week is returning next month, giving shoppers a chance to save on back-to-school essentials and other qualifying purchases. This year, Marylanders also have an opportunity to win up to $1,000. Maryland Comptroller Brooke Lierman highlighted the upcoming savings event Wednesday morning […]
Financial Relief Available for Businesses Impacted by Empire Towers Closure in Glen Burnie Financial assistance is now available for businesses affected by the emergency closure of the Empire Towers office building in Glen Burnie, Maryland. The relief comes five days after unauthorized construction work on the building’s parking garage compromised the structural integrity of the […]
Taco Bell Investigated Amid Expanding Cyclospora Outbreak Linked to Fresh Produce Taco Bell is being examined as part of a growing investigation into a multistate outbreak of cyclospora, a parasitic illness believed to be associated with contaminated fresh produce. According to a report from The Washington Post, state and federal health officials are exploring whether […]
Maryland theaters offer $1 summer movie deals, providing affordable family entertainment.