Fencer disqualified after refusing to face opponent she says is trans
USA Fencing disqualified a fencer from a women's tournament in Maryland after she refused to face an opponent whom she says is transgender.
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USA Fencing disqualified a fencer from a women's tournament in Maryland after she refused to face an opponent whom she says is transgender.
State authorities say that a federal district court granted the school district's motion to dismiss the parent's claims, and the parent appealed the ruling.
States that declared themselves refuges for transgender people have essentially issued an invitation: Get your gender-affirming health care here without fearing prosecution at home.
Under the ruling, people with gender dysphoria are entitled under the ADA to receive reasonable accommodations and are protected from discrimination.
Evey Winters was born in the wrong body. She struggled with identity issues, depression, and even suicidal thoughts. But a cutting-edge surgery performed here in Maryland saved her life.
One person was arrested and a second was cited for trespassing after Loudoun County's school board shut down public comment on proposed rules for the treatment of transgender students.
A judge on Tuesday ordered a northern Virginia school system to reinstate a suspended gym teacher who spoke out at a school board meeting against a proposal requiring that transgender students be addressed by their preferred pronouns.
A Virginia teacher has filed a lawsuit saying he was wrongfully fired for refusing to use male pronouns for a transgender student.
Transgender woman Muhlaysia Booker, who was at the center of a viral video where she was beaten near an apartment complex, was found fatally shot in east Dallas early Saturday morning.
Transgender and gender-nonbinary US teens -- those whose sexual identity falls outside the traditional male and female -- are at greater risk of sexual assault at schools that deny them access to bathrooms or locker rooms that match their sexual identity, according to a new study.
The U.S. Naval Academy will follow President Donald Trump's new policy regarding transgendered in the military, beginning with the 2020 school year.
Hallquist said her campaign would focus on improving the state's economy, yet she acknowledged the symbolism of being an openly transgender candidate.
Transgender activist Nicole Maines, who won a discrimination lawsuit after her school refused to let her use the girls' bathroom, will be TV's first transgender superhero.
An Ohio judge refused to allow Leigh and Kylen Whitaker's attempt to change their 15-year-old's name from Heidi to Elliott.
The Talbot County's board of education has settled a lawsuit with a transgender teen that it tried to block from using certain locker rooms.
The first large-scale, national study of transgender children, including some as young as 3, is poised to expand thanks to a five-year, $1 million grant.
The White House on Friday announced a policy to ban most transgender persons from serving in the US military.
A transgender student in Maryland has the right to use restrooms and locker rooms that align with his gender identity, a Maryland court ruled Monday.
A transgender woman is set to make history as the first openly transgender person elected and seated in a state legislature.
Defense Secretary Jim Mattis said in a statement Tuesday that the Pentagon will allow current service members who are transgender to continue serving, while a panel of experts will study the issue.
The American Civil Liberties Union has filed a lawsuit challenging President Donald Trump's ban on transgender individuals joining the military.
In some ways, Rainbow Day Camp is very ordinary. Kids arrive with a packed lunch, make friendship bracelets, play basketball, sing songs and get silly
The U.S. Army soldier took a deep breath before hitting the button that sent the email to more than 200 fellow troops.
After a nearly 40 year hiatus, Johns Hopkins Hospital is once again working to lead the way for transgender health care.
Anti-transgender activists are being met with protests as they drive through cities in the northeastern United States.
Three schools in Baltimore County are on lockdown Wednesday afternoon as police investigate an officer-involved shooting.
Maryland Gov. Moore signed nearly 150 bills into law Tuesday, including several that focus on criminal justice reform and improving public safety.
Expect very high pollen levels to continue.
A Baltimore man was arrested for impersonating a police officer during a traffic stop in Prince George's County, according to Maryland State Police.
A large brood of periodical cicadas is due to emerge in the spring of 2025. These maps show where people should expect to see, and hear, the bugs this year.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia's lawyers wrote in new court filings that the Trump administration is "incomplete" and "deficient" in providing basic answers to their questions about his deportation case, potentially violating a court order.
A memorial sits at the intersection of Route 22 and North Stepney Road in Aberdeen in the wake of a crash that killed a father and his son on April 14.
Weather will contribute to high pollen levels through Friday.
Maryland Gov. Moore signed nearly 150 bills into law Tuesday, including several that focus on criminal justice reform and improving public safety.
Three schools in Baltimore County are on lockdown Wednesday afternoon as police investigate an officer-involved shooting.
Mayor Scott and the city of Baltimore have reached a $45 million litigation settlement against CVS for their role in driving what the city called the worst opioid epidemic in the nation, the mayor's office announced Friday.
The Maryland Judiciary closed all courts to the public Friday, except for emergencies, due to a Microsoft outage that has crippled systems worldwide. The outage has also impacted other systems across the state.
The Maryland Department of Emergency Management increased the State Activation Level from Normal to Partial on Friday morning in response to a Microsoft outage that has paralyzed systems worldwide.
A Maryland board approved $148.3 million in state spending reductions on Wednesday to balance the budget while directing more money to pay for child care and Medicaid — two priorities that Democratic Gov. Wes Moore's administration hopes will help improve a stagnant state economy.
The mother of a Baltimore man who died in police custody after being sedated by medics wants to know whether the actions of first responders caused his death.
Amy Kawata is with the Baltimore County Humane Society as they discuss what to do if your pet goes missing.
Dionne Koller, Director of the Center for Sport and the Law at the University of Baltimore, discusses some of the dangers that families should consider before signing their kids up.
Alexus is live at Centennial Park with Kristin Hanna, Maryland's Best, checking out local items to pack in your picnic basket, from wine, to cheese and oysters.
Many people have strolled past the regal mansion located in heart Mt. Vernon. We take you inside the historic Baltimore landmark on this episode of Open House.
Have you seen the "Brave Maeve" signs on highway overpasses near Providence Road, Timonium Road and I-83? Steve Huber finds out the story behind the signs.
The Baltimore Orioles were held to just one base hit in their 7-0 loss at the Washington Nationals on Tuesday in Washington, D.C.
Charlie Morton, in his first season in Baltimore, gave up seven base hits and walked four in 2.1 innings.
Baltimore Orioles right-hander Grayson Rodriguez will have an MRI of his sore throwing shoulder after a bullpen session Thursday was canceled.
Ryan O'Hearn hit a go-ahead, three-run homer in the third inning and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Cleveland Guardians 6-2 on Thursday night for their first series win in six tries this season.
It's no accident that so many NFL executives declare they'll take the best player available in the draft.
Lawyers for Kilmar Abrego Garcia say DOJ has provided "nothing of substance" in response to the expedited discovery process ordered by the judge.
A Maryland school board decided to end parental opt-outs for instruction featuring storybooks that address gender identity and sexual orientation, sparking the dispute that's before the Supreme Court.
Sen. Chris Van Hollen traveled to El Salvador last week, where he met with Abrego Garcia after he said his attempts were repeatedly turned down by the Salvadoran government.
Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen returned Friday from his trip to El Salvador after meeting with Kilmar Abrego Garcia, the man who was deported due to an administrative error.
A federal judge has imposed new restrictions on the Department of Government Efficiency's access to Social Security systems that hold personal data on millions of Americans.
'I Believe in Me Girls' held its fifth annual workshop on Saturday to empower young women while introducing them to a variety of career opportunities in the creative industry.
Every Saturday morning inside St. John's United Methodist Church of Charles Village, AHF's Food for Health Pantry provides free groceries for the community.
Our Kids Read, a Maryland-based nonprofit opened a free children's bookstore in Dundalk to provide diverse reading selections and improve literacy rates in the Baltimore area.
A Baltimore County community is kicking off Black History Month by hosting a commemorative walk and paying a "tribute to the past".
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Senator Kagan said this bill will limit what she calls "bait and switch" and price gouging.
The Maryland Department of Emergency Management increased the State Activation Level from Normal to Partial on Friday morning in response to a Microsoft outage that has paralyzed systems worldwide.
Neighbors in one west Baltimore neighborhood are figuring out what to do for groceries, due to the Giant Food location in Edmondson Village closing next month.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is asking to move marijuana to Schedule III, alongside ketamine and some anabolic steroids
The Baltimore Tech Hub, one of 31 federal "Tech Hubs" designated last year, was skipped for a cut of $504 million in the first round of funding for the program.
Primanti Bros. on Tuesday announced plans to expand to the Baltimore region this spring.
CVS is closing dozens of pharmacies inside Target stores in 2024 as the store and other retail pharmacy chains face increasing difficulties.
The wildly popular chicken finger joint opened its doors Tuesday at the Snowden River Shopping Center.
The council passed the "Bring Your Own Bag Act" with a bipartisan vote in February.
Recalled supplemental shakes were distributed to hospitals and long-term care facilities nationwide, federal officials say.
Small slivers of smoke can still be seen from the fire at the Owl Metals Recycling Facility Friday afternoon.
A new Maryland Law, "So Everybody Can Move Act," requires the Maryland Medical Assistance Program and state commercial plans to cover prosthetics designed for physical activities, including running, biking or swimming.
Illnesses linked to slivered onions on McDonald's Quarter Pounder burgers expand to 14 states, federal officials say.
McDonald's has stopped selling the popular product in some states as an investigation into the cause of the bacteria continues.
A unique talent, Val Kilmer was praised as an acting chameleon who took on varied and challenging roles, and the results were often memorable.
Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay has fans excited as he films from inside a Harford County restaurant this week.
Angie Stone, a member of the all-female hip hop trio The Sequence, was killed early Saturday in a car crash. She was 63.
Brands paid millions to air their commercials during Super Bowl 2025. Here's what's behind the cost, and why advertisers say it's worth it.
Beyoncé is coming to your home on Christmas — provided you have Netflix and are tuning in to the Baltimore Ravens-Houston Texans game.
Expect very high pollen levels to continue.
Warm temperatures continue Wednesday in Maryland
A stretch of mostly dry and mild weather continues across the Baltimore region through midweek, but changes are on the horizon with increasing rain chances by Friday and a warmup on tap next week.
Temperatures will remain in the 70s for highs through the end of the week with rain chances returning Friday.
Tuesday looks to be a pleasant day across Central Maryland, with a mix of sun and clouds expected. High temperatures will climb into the upper 70s, making for a warm and comfortable afternoon. Light winds and low humidity will add to the overall pleasant feel.
A study found that microplastics are building up in people who already have plaque in their blood vessels.
A study found that an extra 15 minutes of sleep can help brain development in adolescents.
It has been 20 years since the first video was uploaded to YouTube.
The Trump administration has ordered food manufacturers to phase out petroleum-based food dyes.
Three schools in Baltimore County were placed on lockdown Wednesday as police investigated an officer-involved shooting.