Carroll County Sheriff Jim DeWees is advocating for the implementation of the 287(g) program at the Carroll County Detention Center, a move that has sparked debate among lawmakers. The 287(g) program, which began in 1996, allows specially trained law enforcement officers to assist in immigration enforcement, focusing on jail enforcement and warrant service. DeWees explained the … [Read more...] about FOX45: Carroll County sheriff defends immigration program amid legislative pushback
Amid plummeting diversity at medical schools, a warning of DEI crackdown’s ‘chilling effect’
The Trump administration’s crackdown on DEI programs could exacerbate an unexpectedly steep drop in diversity among medical school students, even in states like California, where public universities have been navigating bans on affirmative action for decades. Education and health experts warn that, ultimately, this could harm patient care. Since taking office, President Donald … [Read more...] about Amid plummeting diversity at medical schools, a warning of DEI crackdown’s ‘chilling effect’
Orioles observations on Jackson Holliday’s strong camp, spring stat leaders and lineup projections
NORTH PORT, Fla. — Last spring, whether Jackson Holliday would make the Orioles’ opening day roster was all anyone could talk about. When he didn’t, it was controversial, causing an uproar from some in the fan base. This spring, it’s so assumed Holliday is making the club that he didn’t even need to be told officially that he has. “Not directly, I guess,” Holliday said after … [Read more...] about Orioles observations on Jackson Holliday’s strong camp, spring stat leaders and lineup projections
Woman buys $3 painting at Goodwill then sells it for $3K at auction
A thrift store find turned into a windfall for an Ohio woman after a painting she purchased for $2.99 was auctioned for $2,875. Marissa Alcorn, a Dayton resident, and her fiancé had stopped at a Goodwill store after dinner when she noticed an intriguing frame on a cart brought out by a store employee, WDTN reported on Wednesday. Alcorn said she thought it was an “awful … [Read more...] about Woman buys $3 painting at Goodwill then sells it for $3K at auction
Orioles pitch first spring training no-hitter in team history
BRADENTON, Fla. — After the last out was recorded, there was little celebration or recognition of what just happened. Catcher Maverick Handley didn’t rush the mound to embrace pitcher Riley Cooper. The infielders didn’t tackle Cooper in front of the mound. No one from the dugout dumped the Gatorade cooler on Cooper’s head. Those theatrics would’ve felt silly in a spring … [Read more...] about Orioles pitch first spring training no-hitter in team history