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    Igloo recalls over a million coolers after handle hazard causes fingertip amputation injuries
    Igloo is recalling more than 1 million of its coolers sold across the U.S., Mexico and Canada due to a handle hazard that has resulted in a handful of fingertip injuries, including some amputations.
    This photo provided by U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission shows an Igloo 90 Qt. Flip & Tow Rolling Cooler that has been recalled across the U.S., Mexico and Canada due to a handle hazard that has resulted in a dozen fingertip injuries, including some amputations. (U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission)
    ‘Saturday Night Live’ plans a massive 50th anniversary special. Who’s coming and how to watch
    Airing Sunday and spanning three hours, the, yes, live “SNL50: The Anniversary Celebration” will assemble a dream team of stars who have helped the show become an enduring pop culture force.
    FILE - "Saturday Night Live" host Bill Murray, a former cast member, is pictured with producer Lorne Michaels, left, during rehearsals on March 19, 1987, in New York. (AP Photo/G. Paul Burnett, File)
    Anger, chaos and confusion take hold as federal workers face mass layoffs under new Trump administration
    Federal workers are responding with anger and confusion as they grapple with the Trump administration’s latest effort to shrink the size of the federal workforce.
    WASHINGTON, DC - FEBRUARY 14: Protesters demonstrate in support of federal workers outside of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on February 14, 2025 in Washington, DC.  Organizers held the protest to speak on the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) cuts. (Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images)
    Trump administration lays off probationary government workers, warns others of large cuts to come
    The Trump administration intensified its sweeping efforts to shrink the size of the federal workforce by ordering agencies to lay off nearly all probationary employees who had not yet gained civil service protection.
    WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 21: U.S. President Donald Trump appears at a news conference in the Roosevelt Room of the White House on January 21, 2025 in Washington, DC. Trump announced an investment in artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure and took questions on a range of topics including his presidential pardons of Jan. 6 defendants, the war in Ukraine, cryptocurrencies and other topics.
    Federal judge in Baltimore pauses Trump’s order restricting gender-affirming care for transgender youth
    A federal judge in Baltimore on Thursday temporarily blocked President Donald Trump’s recent executive order aimed at restricting gender-affirming health care for transgender people under age 19.
    WASHINGTON, DC - MAY 22: A transgender flag sits on the grass during the "Trans Youth Prom" outside of the U.S. Capitol building on May 22, 2023 in Washington, DC. Trans and non-binary youth gathered to hold a Prom-like event that included music, dancing, and speeches. After the Prom, the kids and their families marched to the U.S. Supreme Court Building.
    Trump signs a plan for reciprocal tariffs on US trading partners, ushering in economic uncertainty
    President Donald Trump rolled out his plan to increase U.S. tariffs to match the tax rates that other countries charge on imports, possibly triggering a broader economic confrontation with allies and rivals.
    WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 20: President Donald Trump signs executive orders in the Oval Office on January 20, 2025 in Washington, DC.  Trump takes office for his second term as the 47th president of the United States. (Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images)
    Vaccine skeptic Robert F. Kennedy Jr. sworn in as U.S. health secretary after close Senate vote
    The Senate confirmed Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as President Donald Trump’s health secretary, putting the prominent vaccine skeptic in control of $1.7 trillion in federal spending, vaccine recommendations and food safety, as well as health insurance programs.
    WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 29: Robert F. Kennedy Jr., U.S. President Donald Trump's nominee for Secretary of Health and Human Services testifies during his Senate Finance Committee confirmation hearing at the Dirksen Senate Office Building on January 29, 2025 in Washington, DC. In addition to meeting with the Senate Finance Committee, Kennedy will also meet with the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee tomorrow. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images)
    What to know about the federal workforce under Trump
    Since President Donald Trump began his second term last month, he has focused on dramatically reducing the federal workforce at a breakneck pace.
    WASHINGTON, DC - FEBRUARY 03: Protestors gather outside of USAID headquarters on February 03, 2025 in Washington, DC. Elon Musk, tech billionaire and head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), said in a social media post that he and U.S. President Donald Trump will shut down the foreign assistance agency.
    Judge clears way for Trump’s plan to downsize federal workforce with deferred resignation program
    A federal judge on Wednesday cleared the way for President Donald Trump’s plan to downsize the federal workforce with a deferred resignation program.
    President Donald Trump takes a question from a reporter after signing a series of executive orders at the White House on February 10, 2025 in Washington, DC.
    Senate confirms Gabbard as Trump’s director of national intelligence after Republicans fall in line
    Gabbard will take over the top intelligence post as Trump works to reshape vast portions of the federal government.
    Tulsi Gabbard, U.S. President Donald Trump’s nominee to be Director of National Intelligence, testifies during her confirmation hearing before the Senate Intelligence Committee on January 30, 2025 in Washington, DC.
    Trump won’t block immigration arrests in houses of worship. Now these 27 religious groups are suing.
    More than two dozen Christian and Jewish groups representing millions of Americans filed a federal court lawsuit challenging a Trump administration move giving immigration agents more leeway to make arrests at houses of worship.
    Parishioners of St. Bernardine Roman Catholic Church pray during mass on December 1, 2024 in Baltimore, Md.
    In a constitutional crisis, are Chris Van Hollen’s words enough?
    At every opportunity, U.S. Sen. Chris Van Hollen has been blunt in talking about the Trump administration’s assault on federal agencies, using descriptions such as “corrupt bargain,” “power grab,” and “coup.”
    U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen speaks during a rally held by Maryland Delegation Members outside of the Social Security Administration Headquarters, in Woodlawn, Monday February 10, 2025. The rally held was for protecting the Integrity of Social Security, Medicare, & Medicaid Amid Reports of DOGE Interference.
    USAID staffers turned away from offices even after court suspends leave order
    A man who earlier identified himself as a USAID official took a harsher tone, telling staffers “Just go” and ”Why are you here?”
    WASHINGTON, DC - FEBRUARY 07: The U.S. Agency for International Development building is seen after workers removed its sign at their headquarters on February 07, 2025 in Washington, DC. President Donald Trump and Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) abruptly shutdown the U.S. aid agency earlier this week leaving thousands unemployed and putting U.S. foreign diplomacy and aid programs in limbo.
    Trump says he will announce 25% steel and aluminum tariffs
    Shares of U.S. steel companies rose sharply in futures trading before the opening bell Monday.
    WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 31: U.S. President Donald Trump speaks briefly to the press as he departs the White House on January 31, 2025 in Washington, DC. Trump is traveling to his Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, Florida.
    Trump’s early actions drive Baltimore-area immigrants into hiding
    President Donald Trump’s immigration policies have immigrants, regardless of status, altering their normal routines. Some have stopped going to public places. Some have voluntarily returned to their home countries.
    “Fear, cruelty and chaos is the point,” says Vanessa Cardenas, executive director of America’s Voice, a national pro-immigration organization based in Washington, D.C.
    Eagles deny the Chiefs a Super Bowl 3-peat with dominant defense in 40-22 rout
    Jalen Hurts threw for two touchdowns and ran for a score on a tush push, and Vic Fangio’s defense was so dominant that the Eagles didn’t need much from Saquon Barkley.
    Philadelphia’s Cooper DeJean returns an interception for a touchdown Sunday during the Eagles’ Super Bowl out of the Kansas City Chiefs.
    What the Trump administration’s latest moves could mean for Maryland
    We’re here to help you understand the latest moves by the Trump administration and how they might impact Maryland.
    The third week of President Donald Trump’s second term has been busy.
    Trump orders leave academic researchers fearful of political influence over grants
    President Donald Trump’s crackdown on diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives has thrown into doubt the future of research by scientists whose work is funded by federal grants.
    Even though there’s not clarity on the Trump administration’s new policies, some research projects have been put on hold.
    Judge says he will temporarily block Trump from placing thousands of USAID workers on paid leave
    A federal judge on Friday dealt President Donald Trump and billionaire ally Elon Musk their first big setback in their dismantling of the U.S. Agency for International Development, saying he will order a temporary halt to plans to pull thousands of agency staffers off the job.
    WASHINGTON, DC - FEBRUARY 03: Protestors gather outside of USAID headquarters on February 03, 2025 in Washington, DC. Elon Musk, tech billionaire and head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), said in a social media post that he and U.S. President Donald Trump will shut down the foreign assistance agency.
    Antonio Gates, Jared Allen, Eric Allen and Sterling Sharpe make the Pro Football Hall of Fame
    Former Ravens linebacker Terrell Suggs and guard Marshal Yanda, who were first-time finalists, did not gain induction.
    Former San Diego Chargers tight end Antonio Gates was one of four players elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame on Thursday night.
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