Lawmakers doubt proposed stadium deals amid protests
State lawmakers voiced concern at Winchester Hall over funding for the Baltimore stadium and Redskins venue. Five legislators oppose current terms, with Sen. Derr urging more equitable funding and several delegates pledging to block revenue bonds until education funding meets targets. Some say a better Browns deal is sought, others worry over public money.
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Winchester Hall
John Derr
Frederick Washington
Camden Yards
Derr
Paul Stull
R-Frederick
Browns
Stull
General Assembly
Baltimore Stadium
Sue Hecht
D-Frederick
Stadium stadium share costs raise questions on school funding
Residents at a Frederick meeting questioned a state plan to fund two new stadiums with revenue bonds and private collaboration. They warned the project might divert funds from schools and transportation. Speakers pressed for more accountability and questioned forecasted revenues while noting past state aid to business.
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Winchester Hall
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Dale Dahcke
Elaine Grove
Frederick County
Bull Daly
Baltimore
Daly
Joe Swope
John Snyder
California
Camden Yards
Tae Mayberry
State Department of Fiscal Services
Glendening
Redskins
Middletown
Joe Mangiafico
Hoffman
Stadium Authority
John Porcari
Frederick
Frederick Brewing Co
Georgia Pacific
Toys R Us
F-14 Tomcat crashes off San Diego killing two crew
A Navy F-14D Tomcat crashed into the Pacific about 120 miles off Southern California killing its two crew. The incident marked the 31st F-14 loss in five years as investigators compare notes with past crashes still under review. Circumstances remain unclear.
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Pacific Ocean
Navy
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