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- 1Commentary points to missed opportunities at UN General Assembly▼Missed opportunities at UN General Assembly | GUEST COMMENTARY
A guest commentary in the Baltimore Sun argues that the latest UN General Assembly session was marked by missed opportunities, suggesting world leaders failed to use the annual gathering to make progress on pressing global issues. The piece adds to ongoing debate about the assembly's relevance and whether the forum still delivers meaningful diplomatic outcomes.
- 2Maryland local governments push for more taxing power as home costs climb▼SUN: Why local governments seek more taxing power as Maryland homes become too costly
The Baltimore Sun reports that Maryland local governments are seeking expanded taxing authority as home prices rise beyond the reach of many residents. With housing affordability worsening across the state, officials argue they need new revenue tools to fund services, while critics worry additional taxes would deepen the burden on already struggling homeowners.
- 3Baltimore approves $1.5 million for employee travel▼Baltimore approved over $1.5M for employee travel this year, from Las Vegas to Hong Kong
The city of Baltimore has approved more than $1.5 million in employee travel spending this year, with trips ranging from domestic destinations like Las Vegas to as far as Hong Kong. The figure, reported by the Baltimore Sun, covers official travel by city staff and is drawing attention as taxpayers and local officials weigh the cost of city-funded trips abroad and across the country.
- 4Ocean City closes the ocean as rough weather hits resort▼SUN: Ocean City closes the ocean as rough weather hits resort
Ocean City, Maryland has closed the ocean to swimmers as rough weather moves through the resort town. Beachgoers are being kept out of the water while officials monitor conditions along the coast, with local news outlets in the Baltimore region reporting on the closures.
- 5Baltimore approved over $1.5M for employee travel this year▼SUN: Baltimore approved over $1.5M for employee travel this year, Las Vegas to Hong Kong
The Baltimore Sun reports the city approved more than $1.5 million for employee travel this year, with trips ranging from Las Vegas to Hong Kong. The figure covers city workers' official travel expenses, and the scale of the spending is drawing attention as residents weigh city priorities and budgets.