Johns Hopkins University Launches New Institute for Artificial Intelligence Research
Johns Hopkins University opened a new cross-disciplinary institute dedicated to artificial intelligence research, drawing faculty from engineering, medicine, and public health.
Education
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University of Maryland, College Park Reports Record Freshman Enrollment
The University of Maryland, College Park welcomed its largest freshman class in school history this fall, with applications up sharply from last year.
U.S. Naval Academy Overhauls Engineering Curriculum for Cyber Warfare Focus
The U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis is restructuring its engineering curriculum to place greater emphasis on cyber operations and autonomous systems.
Montgomery College Launches Cybersecurity Workforce Partnership With Federal Agencies
Montgomery College is partnering with federal agencies and private contractors to train students directly for entry-level cybersecurity positions.
Towson University Breaks Ground on New College of Business and Economics Building
Towson University began construction on a new home for its College of Business and Economics, backed by a mix of state funding and private donations.
St. Mary's College of Maryland Expands Environmental Science Program With New Research Vessel
St. Mary's College of Maryland added a new research vessel to its environmental science program, expanding hands-on Chesapeake Bay fieldwork for students.
Healthcare
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Frederick Health Opens Second Cardiac Catheterization Lab Amid Rising Demand
Frederick Health added a second cardiac catheterization lab to reduce wait times for heart procedures as the county's population grows.
Greater Baltimore Medical Center Opens Dedicated Outpatient Orthopedic Surgery Center
GBMC opened a new outpatient surgery center in Towson focused on same-day joint replacement and orthopedic procedures.
Johns Hopkins Hospital Breaks Ground on Expanded Cancer Center
Johns Hopkins Hospital began construction on a major expansion of its Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center to add outpatient treatment capacity.
Johns Hopkins Bayview Expands Addiction Treatment Program Amid Rising Overdose Rates
Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center expanded its addiction medicine program, adding outpatient treatment slots and a new peer recovery coach initiative.
Peninsula Regional Medical Center Earns Comprehensive Stroke Center Certification
Peninsula Regional Medical Center in Salisbury became the Eastern Shore's first hospital certified as a comprehensive stroke center.
Business Leaders
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College Park EdTech Founder Raymond Okafor Turns Down Acquisition Offer to Stay Independent
Raymond Okafor turned down a nine-figure acquisition offer for his College Park-based tutoring platform, betting on continued independent growth.
Felicia Adeyemi's Baltimore Childcare Network Expands to Address Waitlist Crisis
Felicia Adeyemi's Baltimore-based childcare center network is opening four new locations to address waitlists that have topped a year in some neighborhoods.
Baltimore Entrepreneur Marcus Whitfield Raises $22 Million for Port Logistics Startup
Marcus Whitfield's Baltimore-based logistics software startup, HarborFlow, closed a $22 million Series B to expand its port scheduling technology.
Silver Spring Startup Founder Camille Tran Sells AI Company for $85 Million
Camille Tran's Silver Spring-based AI startup, ClarityLens, was acquired by a national data analytics firm for $85 million after five years of growth.
Ocean City Hospitality Founder Bianca Holloway Adds Fourth Boardwalk Hotel
Bianca Holloway's Ocean City hospitality group acquired its fourth boardwalk hotel, continuing a decade-long consolidation of the resort town's lodging market.
Finance & Economy
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Home Prices Near Annapolis Keep Climbing Amid Persistent Inventory Shortage
Home prices in the Annapolis area continue rising as limited housing inventory keeps competition intense among buyers across Anne Arundel County.
Maryland Utilities Ramp Up Investment in Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure
Maryland's major utilities are significantly increasing investment in electric vehicle charging infrastructure ahead of state emissions targets.
BWI Marshall Airport Breaks Ground on New Air Cargo Facility
BWI Marshall Airport began construction on a new air cargo facility as e-commerce shipping volume through the airport continues rising.
Venture Capital Flowing Into Maryland's I-270 Biotech Corridor Hits New High
Venture capital investment in Maryland's I-270 biotech corridor reached its highest level in five years, driven by cell and gene therapy startups.
Eastern Shore Poultry Exporters Navigate Shifting International Trade Rules
Maryland's Eastern Shore poultry industry is adjusting export strategies as shifting international trade rules affect key overseas markets.
Beauty & Wellness
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Lash and Brow Studios Boom Along Bel Air's Main Street Corridor
Eyelash extension and brow studios have opened rapidly along Bel Air's Main Street, reflecting a broader regional boom in specialized beauty microservices.
Ocean City Hotels Add Wellness Packages to Capture Summer Tourism Spending
Ocean City hotels are introducing bundled wellness packages combining spa treatments and fitness classes to capture a larger share of summer tourism spending.
Ellicott City Wellness Center Reopens After Years-Long Flood Recovery
A longtime Ellicott City holistic wellness center reopened its historic Main Street location after a lengthy recovery from repeated flood damage.
Clean Beauty Retailer Expands Silver Spring Storefront Amid Growing Ingredient-Conscious Demand
A Silver Spring clean beauty retailer expanded its storefront as demand grows among shoppers seeking transparency about cosmetic ingredients.
Hagerstown Nutrition Coaching Clinics See Growing Demand From Rural Clients
Nutrition coaching clinics in Hagerstown report growing demand as rural Western Maryland clients seek personalized dietary guidance closer to home.