Political Notes: An AI Adviser, A New Hand On Racing Panel Reins, Lawmakers Talk Shop

Gov. Wes Moore’s (D) newest senior adviser will aim to improve Maryland’s use of AI technology.

MD Voters To Choose Governor, U.S. Congress Candidates: What To Know

Maryland's primary election is June 23. Here's who is on the ballot for governor and U.S. Congress.

Maryland Earns 84/100 in New Financial Transparency Ranking

According to new national report by Truth in Accounting

Disability Topics Focus Of Prince George's County Council Candidates ‘Meet And Greet'

"You can have a disability at any age,” Davila Steele said. “We are all affected if we don’t take care and look out for everyone."

Federal Worker Layoffs Threaten Cornerstone Industry For Maryland

Funding cuts and mass layoffs have officials worried about lasting impacts on Maryland's economy.

County Sheriffs File Lawsuit Challenging Community Trust Act

The federal suit says that the law aimed at reining in immigration enforcement will ‘obstruct' sheriffs' work and jeopardize public safety.

Maryland's First — And Only — Hispanic Serving Institution's Cautious Next Steps

Nearly one in three students currently at the college – or 29.8% – identify as Latino, making it the school’s largest minority.

Board Of Public Works Votes To Expand Park Registration Program

A split vote to approve the system comes as Lierman questions sole-source bid; board also approves Days Cove closure plan.

Trio Of GOP Candidates For Governor — Out Of Nine Total — Meet In Debate

All three Republicans described the state as on the edge of economic troubles.

Despite Threats, Maryland Sheriffs Quickly Dropped 287(g) Agreements With ICE

Sheriffs are reviewing legal advice and considering a challenge to the Community Trust Act, which has not yet been signed into law.

MD Resends Thousands Of Mail-In Ballots Ahead Of Primary

Thousands of Marylanders will be sent new mail-in ballots after the State Board of Elections was notified of a vendor error.

Pentagon Dump Of UFO Files Adds Intrigue To MD Sightings

A recently released Pentagon report includes a new batch of files on unidentified flying objects. See what's been spotted in MD.

Ed Hale's Money-Making Proposal For The Governor's Mansion

Airbnb, weddings and bar mitzvahs for rent at Government House; GOP candidate for governor says it's no joke.

Lawmakers Condemn ‘Deeply Offensive,' ‘Racist' Video Targeting Immigrant Delegate

Two Republicans are coming under fire after accusing Del. Chao Wu of spying for the Chinese government.

More Maryland State Parks Likely To Require Registration, Possibly Starting This Summer

The Board of Public Works delayed consideration of the plan, asking for further research.

Legislative Panel Presses Pause On Laurel Park Purchase

Ferguson says the legislature has an ‘interest in really understanding the full game plan' for the track.

Combative Campaign Messaging Ramps Up In 6th District Democratic Primary

Rep. McClain Delaney says former-Rep. David Trone is misleading voters; Trone takes shots at her immigration enforcement votes.

Comptroller Report Reveals Steep Challenges Facing Maryland's Healthcare Industry

From workforce shortages to looming federal funding cuts, state leaders discuss the challenges facing the state’s leading job creator.

Moore To Announce First Eight Primary Endorsements

Support includes $6,000 checks for one Senate and two House of Delegates challengers in competitive GOP districts.

Farewells And Fights Ahead: What's Next For Lawmakers Moving On This Election Cycle

Some state legislators walk away from the legislature, tired after decades or fed up after one term, as others look to step up.

Political Appointments Surging, Career SES Workforce Shrinking Under Trump 2.0

Partnership for Public Service warned that the large political workforce will mean a loss of institutional knowledge.

Sudden Cannabis Reclassification Leaves Maryland Industry, Regulators Confused

An Unexpected federal move reclassified medical marijuana as a Schedule III drug; its effect on recreational marijuana is unclear.

Anne Arundel County Democrats Host Meet-And-Greet For 5th District Hopefuls

10 candidates show up — fewer than half the 24 Democrats in the race — to make pitches with two months until the June 23 primary.

Maryland Could Have Identified Fraudulent Lead Inspections Sooner, Auditors Say

An audit also questioned spending decisions by senior management at MDE and flagged a potential ethics law violation.

Churn In The Statehouse Should Make For Interesting, And Crowded, Legislative Races

Significant turnover in Annapolis comes in 2027. Five state senators and 19 House members are retiring or running for other offices.

Churchill Downs Buys Rights To Preakness, Black-Eyed Susan Stakes

State will keep perpetual lease to races, memorabilia in $85 million intellectual property rights deal.

Maryland Property Search Tool Goes Offline After Cyber Threat

The database includes information about all property holdings in the state, including the names of owners and details about previous sales.

Federal Judge Voids RFK Jr.'S ‘Unlawful' Directive Banning Gender-Affirming Care

Maryland is among the states suing to block the order that led 40 U.S. health facilities to drop care, for fear of losing Medicaid Medicare.

Battles Over Data Centers Intensify In The State House And Communities

Activists launch petitions against proposed data centers as lawmakers work to regulate them.

Millions Already Raised, Spent On Handful Of Maryland Congressional Primaries

The campaign finance reports released this week by the FEC help to define the contours of the most competitive primaries.

Advocates ‘Thrilled' By State Decision To Cap Spending On Diabetes Drug Jardiance

‘Upper payment limit' is the first set by Prescription Drug Affordability Board, after almost seven years of study with starts and stops.

Democratic Candidates For Montgomery County's Top Job Make Pitches At Forum

A crowded field seeks to replace term-limited Executive Marc Elrich, who's running for County Council.

Voting Rights Act For Maryland Stirred Emotions Well Before Monday Meltdown

Supporters say the measure breaks systemic barriers in local elections and opponents call it a political power grab.

Energy Bill Heads To Moore's Desk On Session's Final Day

Moore is expected to sign the ‘crown jewel' of the session.

The Storm After The Calm: Placid Final Day Erupts In Final Minutes In House, Senate

Shouting, arguing, cap an otherwise productive and tension-free Sine Die for the 2026 General Assembly.

The General Assembly Wants To Encourage Energy Competition Again. But Will It Work?

Third-party suppliers say new rules would still be too restrictive to make returning worth their while.

‘Back To What It Was': DC Sewage Response Shifts To Cleanup

Crews with rakes, shovels, and buckets will spend weeks removing soil that was contaminated in the spill.

State: ICE's Claims For Detention Center ‘Border On Absurd,' Court Should Block Construction

A federal judge is scheduled to rule next week on whether to issue an extended injunction blocking work at the Williamsport warehouse.

Advocates To Legislators: ‘Pass The Community Trust Act Now'

The legislation to close a loophole to end collaboration with ICE has only a few days left to get approval.

School Cellphone Ban, Machine Gun Bill Advance In MD Legislature

A state ban on cellphones in schools is named for Sen. Joanne C. Benson, called "a leader on making sure that our kids are able to learn."