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Pacers’ Tyrese Haliburton to undergo MRI for calf strain before Game 6 of NBA Finals

After right calf tightness compromised him in Game 5, Tyrese Haliburton made his intentions clear for Game 6 with his Indiana Pacers’ season now on the line.

‘Communist cannabis’: Maryland hemp operators ask judge to redo regulations

A group of Maryland hemp operators is suing the state to overturn a 2023 law that requires them to obtain a marijuana license to sell THC products.

Naval Academy Seeks Dismissal of Lawsuit After Dropping Race-Conscious Admissions

The academy had argued for years that a diverse officer corps was essential to strong troop morale and national security.

Which countries currently have nuclear weapons?

Nine countries currently either say they have nuclear weapons or are believed to possess them. The first to have nuclear arms were the five original nuclear weapons states — the United States, Russia, China, France and the United Kingdom.

Doctor who helped supply Matthew Perry ketamine will plead guilty to drug charges

Dr. Salvador Plasencia has agreed to plead guilty to four counts of distribution of ketamine, federal prosecutors said in a statement. They said the plea carries a maximum sentence of 40 years in prison, and Plascencia is expected to enter the plea in the coming weeks.

IPS helps recent grads stay on track after graduation

The goal is to prevent “summer melt” — an all-too-common trend where college-bound students fail to enroll in the fall despite being accepted and planning to attend.

Fact Check: Female Israeli pilot captured by Iran? No, image shows a Chilean pilot

Claim Review: The image shows a female Israeli pilot captured by Iran in the ongoing escalation. Fact: The claim is false. The image shows Daniela Figueroa Scholz, the first female pilot of the Chilean Navy.

COMMENTARY: See cemeteries as public infrastructure

But these spaces require care. Like libraries or parks, cemeteries serve a public good and caretaking staff work hard to maintain them as vital pieces of civic infrastructure. Yet too many cemeteries in Canada face the threat of neglect: overgrown paths, crumbling stones, stories in danger of being lost.

The reverence for Old Glory that inspired Flag Day arose decades after Betsy Ross sewed her first

The first, local Flag Day observances came after the Civil War and eventually a federal law designated June 14 as Flag Day in 1949, under World War I combat veteran Harry Truman. He declared in a proclamation the next year that the U.S. flag symbolizes freedom and “protection from tyranny.”

Youth launch Windsor Has Heart fundraiser for the unhoused

Throughout the month of June, youth at Edge on Employment in Windsor are stepping up to make a difference for the unhoused. The group is hosting Windsor Has Heart, a community drive to collect summer essentials for those experiencing homelessness in West Hants.

2025 Juneteenth Events

President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation on January 1, 1863. At this point in time, the American Civil War had already been raging for years. The passage of the Thirteenth Amendment after the conclusion of the Civil War in 1865 officially abolished slavery.

Winners confirmed for Annapolis to Newport Race

Annapolis to Newport Race got underway with starts on Friday and Saturday, June 6 and 7, for the 475-nautical mile passage connecting these two

Naval Academy history chair resigns over ordered removal of symposium paper

The chair who resigned, Tom McCarthy, said he did not agree with the decision to remove a paper from docket off an upcoming event.

Amid high energy bills, Moore touts $19 million in ratepayer relief from Exelon

The parent company of BGE, Pepco and Delmarva Power will distribute $19 million to help its low- and middle-income customers pay their bills, as rates continue to rise, it announced Thursday.

Evaluating the Value of Classic Matchboxes

Classic matchboxes have fascinated collectors and enthusiasts for decades.

Former Mobile Christian baseball player makes school history

Former Leopards' baseball standout Noah Blackburn has officially been accepted into the United States Naval Academy — becoming the first Mobile Christian student ever to receive this prestigious appointment.

This runner was bothered by blizzard of disposable cups at races. She invented something better

At the PNC Women Run the Cities race in Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota, in early May, Smithe helped quench the thirst of thousands of runners, dropping off 17-gallon tote bags full of her flexible blue cups.

Four Frost Law Attorneys Named to What's Up? Magazine's Rising Stars List

Frost Law's founder and managing partner, Glen Frost, continues to shape the next generation of legal talent in the Chesapeake Bay region

North Chicago’s Rege Cooper-Smith is a sophomore, ‘which is the scary part.’ With 3 state titles, what’s next?

Cooper-Smith won the 100-meter dash in 11.92 seconds, won the 200 in 24.34 and ran the third leg on North Chicago’s 800 relay team, which won in 1:41.61. She also ran with the 400 relay team, which placed fifth in 48.37.

West Point High grads told to ‘make something good happen’

Make the right choices, and the rest will follow, said Principal Laurel Byrd — whether students choose a path that leads to college or a career.

No immediate reports of damage to apple orchards from Monday night frost

While frost in some parts of the Annapolis Valley overnight Monday is not believed to have had any real impact on apple orchards as blossoms, the amount of rain and cold weather lately has been causing more concern, says the executive director of the Nova Scotia Fruit Growers Association.

USAFA cadet candidate killed in alleged hit-and-run while kayaking in Texas

A woman who died while kayaking in Texas has been identified as an 18-year-old U.S. Air Force Academy (USAFA) cadet candidate. On Sunday, May 25, Texas Game

What it will take to make Baltimore's housing agenda work

Our conversation reflected a growing national conversation about how well-intentioned regulations in blue states create adverse consequences that undermine sensible development. Baltimore, which has lived on the bleeding edge of American urban decline for decades, may soon be on the cutting edge of urban renewal.

MEET THE MAKERS: Annapolis Valley couple Re.Defined old wood and furniture into new decor

Set on the South Mountain of the Annapolis Valley, N.S., Rob Switzer and Dagny Whitehead operate Re.Defined, a DIY studio specializing in vintage style. They love to upcycle and use thrifted items to create beautiful home decor.

New graduate grabs top DAR award, a first for Louisiana

Newly graduated Archbishop Hannon High School alumna Addison Lee has been recognized by many organizations for her leadership and academic abilities. Now she can add another accolade to the list

Lahrkamp named Sailor of the Year

Stanford skipper Vanessa Lahrkamp was named the Quantum Women's Sailor of the Year for the second consecutive season, as announced by the Inter-Collegiate

Buss: How a local grad got welcomed to three U.S. service academies

He is headed in the fall to the U.S. Naval Academy — his choice among all three U.S. service academies to which he was accepted.

President Donald Trump hints at an announcement in the ‘next two days’ on Iran nuclear talks

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Sunday indicated there was progress with Iran on its nuclear program and hinted that an announcement could come in the “next two days.”

Kings County’s Cornwallis Square to change name pending provincial approval

Once the Province of Nova Scotia gives its approval, the name of the Village of Cornwallis Square will officially be changed to the Village of Kings Square.

Get on board, Maryland, it’s time to fix Baltimore’s school transit mess

Baltimore must acknowledge its failure to provide reliable transportation for city students and start a conversation about how to fix it.

Fairmont resident graduates from the University of Georgia

William Harrison Burns is among more than 8,000 students who graduated this week in the University of Georgia’s Class of 2025. Burns, of Fairmont, received a bachelor of arts in political science. “We are proud to celebrate the accomplishments of our University of Georgia students in the Class of 2025,

Glendale honor roll recognized local war heroes: Our Neighborhood, The Way it Was

The United States declared war on Japan on Dec. 8, 1941, one day after the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor. Nazi Germany declared war on the United States on

Prosecutors drop charges against Anne Arundel Orphan’s Court judge

State prosecutors dismissed charges against Anne Arundel County Orphans’ Court Judge Marc Knapp less than a month after a phone recording at the center of the wiretap case was barred from

Annapolis Man Charged with Threatening Former Employer in Queen Anne’s County

The Queen Anne’s County Sheriff’s Office has announced the arrest of an Annapolis man for allegedly making threats of mass violence against his former employer.

Energy Star, efficiency program that has steered consumer choice, targeted in cuts

The EPA launched Energy Star in 1992 with the goal of tackling environmental protection and economic growth. It boosts the market for energy-efficient products and benefits companies that design appliances that earn the label. A home that decides to buy Energy Star products can save $450 annually on energy costs, the program’s website says.