American politician, author, and Maryland governor
A series of crashes has prompted emergency responses across several regions. In Maryland, a bus crash on Reisterstown Road near Pikesville involved numerous civilian vehicles, with at least one person trapped and a second mass casualty alert issued. In Scotland, Kerr Paterson, 17, died near Kelty after a collision, while Wiltshire saw a fatal crash near Cricklade with a shopkeeper killed and an arrest in connection with the incident. A Welsh crash on the A40 near Llandeilo left a van driver dead and injuries to a bus driver and a teenage passenger. Police investigations and ongoing inquiries are underway in all cases.
California Governor Gavin Newsom has raised more than $1.7 million for state parties and legislative committees this two-year cycle, showcasing a robust grassroots email-driven fundraising machine. The effort has drawn praise from party leaders in several states and fuels talk of a potential White House run. Other Democrats also contribute to party coffers and key races.
The Triple Crown is reshaped as the Preakness moves to late May, Belmont to June, and a new 3-year-old championship series is introduced. The changes aim to bolster participation and viewership but may end the streak of a 2027 Triple Crown winner.
A new Empower analysis shows Americans’ net worth rises with age, reaching into the trillions for Silent and Baby Boomer generations. Younger generations trail, though 401(k) saving and IRA contributions are increasing. The shift signals a historic intergenerational wealth transfer that funds consumption and retirement across decades.
A Maryland judge has enjoined the ballot measure seeking to allow Democrats to redraw congressional lines, staying the ruling to allow an appeal. The case centers on deadlines and the scope of constitutional rules for redistricting. Democrats control seven of eight congressional seats; the case reflects a broader national clash over mid-decade redistricting.