Maryland is progressing towards a new Chesapeake Bay ferry system, extending SNAP benefits and providing support for federal workers affected by the government shutdown. There has been an increase in cannabis use before driving in Maryland post-marijuana legalization. Additionally, new data dashboards on respiratory illnesses have been launched, and a state official is stepping down. In international business news, Deutsche Konsum REIT-AG is restructuring, SuperCom Ltd. expands its U.S. presence, and Critical Infrastructure Technologies Ltd. collaborates with Pathfinder Ventures Inc. Moreover, wage garnishment issues in the U.S. are affecting millions of workers, and inflation rates are impacting gold prices. Lastly, a student in Baltimore County was mistakenly handcuffed by police due to an AI security system error, highlighting the challenges of new technology deployment.
