Nonprofit Organization Plans To Release Comprehensive Report On Maryland's Parole System

“Reviewing this, sadly 90 years later, many of the concerns that were flagged in that report remain as issues and concerns now" -- R. King

Brooke Lierman Ready For "Awesome Responsibility," As She Prepares To Be Sworn In As Maryland Comptroller

The Democrat from Baltimore, who served in the House of Delegates for eight years, will be the state's first woman elected to the position.

A Quick Look At Some Of The First Bills Filed During The 2023 General Assembly Session

Sen. Jeff Waldstreicher (D-Montgomery) is lead sponsor of Senate Bill 1, titled, the “Gun Safety Act of 2023."

Moore Nominates Six Department Heads, Including Secretary Of The Department Of Health

“I promised we would create an administration that looks like the state of Maryland, and today I'm proud to announce that" -- Moore

Political Notes: Fundraising Hasn't Stopped; Maggie McIntosh's New Gig; House GOP Leaders, New Senate Subcommittees

Moore sent out a fundraising solicitation via text on Tuesday, reminding supporters that he and Miller are taking office next week.

Political Notes: The Lieutenant Governor — And Everyone Else, It Seems — Announces New Gig

Rutherford, often during the throes of the COVID-19 pandemic, presided over Maryland's Board of Public Works.

Opening Day In Annapolis: ‘It's Great To Get Back To Some Semblance Of Normalcy'

The first day of the legislative session always attracts a crowd, but the House and Senate chambers were overstuffed Wednesday.

In Commentary, Hettleman Probes "Stealing Literacy From Our Children" And GOP's "Crime Of Illiteracy"

“Once you learn to read, you will be forever free,” the statesman Frederick Douglass wrote.

Meet The Freshmen Members Of The Maryland General Assembly

There is one forthcoming vacancy in the state Senate, the seat held for 28 years by former Sen. Paul Pinsky (D-Prince George's).

Moore Picks Sen. Susan Lee For Secretary Of State, Meaning More Legislative Dominoes Could Fall

“Senator Susan Lee has been a force in Maryland for decades, and I'm honored to have her join my administration" -- Moore

Political Notes: Moore's Team Expands; Hogan's Judicial Record; Our Maryland Rebrands; More Personnel News

Moore called the new appointees "dedicated and experienced" people.

Emotional Hogan Bids Maryland Farewell

“Tonight, I am overcome with gratitude for my great partner and friend, Lt. Gov. Rutherford, for Maryland's amazing first lady" -- Hogan

With New Term Beginning, Ferguson And Jones Enter Next Phase Of Their Leadership

House Speaker Adrienne Jones (D-Baltimore County) and Senate President Bill Ferguson (D-Baltimore City) are entering their fourth session.

At Annual Luncheon, Democrats Note Priorities, Vow To Make Good On Campaign Promises This Legislative Session

The 445th session of the Maryland General Assembly convenes at noon Wednesday.

A Season Of Change: 445th General Assembly Set To Begin Work At Noon

The 188 members of the 445th General Assembly, including 47 freshmen senators and delegates, will be sworn in at noon.

Opinion: Questioning The Motives Of Those Seeking "Transparency" In Montgomery County Planning

(The author, a Silver Spring resident, writes in response to a piece authored by Miranda Spivack, who defended transparency bills.)

Raskin Reveals New Cancer Diagnosis, Calls It "Serious But Curable"

“I am about to embark on a course of chemo-immunotherapy on an outpatient basis at Med Star Georgetown University Hospital," said Raskin.

Opinion: Questions Arise About Qualifications Of Candidate To Lead Prince George's School Board

The election took place after "years of controversy and dysfunction" on the board, the author, a policy chair and advocate, wrote.

Peter Franchot: Honored To Serve As State Comptroller, But A ‘Little Burned Out'

Instead, Franchot, 75, decided to run for governor more than two years ago, and became the first person to officially announce his campaign.

Opinion: Maryland's Stewards Need To Up Their Offshore Wind Game

The Gabel Associates report was titled “Maryland Offshore Wind: Estimating the Costs and Benefits of Offshore Wind Energy Development."

Hans Riemer: The Montgomery County Council Made Historic Progress On Housing

Responding to growing challenges of affordability in an expensive region, the Montgomery County Council enacted powerful housing policies.

Advocacy Group Maryland Nonprofits Asks State For $100 Million To Serve Needy Communities

The extra money would boost resources for nonprofit organizations and help them increase services to the communities they serve.

‘I Took Actions While Trump Did Nothing': Hogan Reflects On Jan. 6, The 2024 Election, And More

In Part I, Hogan discussed the three big crises he faced as governor — the uprising in Baltimore, his bout with cancer, and the pandemic.

Minimum Wage In Maryland Expected To Go Up On January 1

It's expected to climb to $13.25 an hour for businesses with 15 or more employees, and $12.80 an hour for businesses with 14 or fewer.

Safety Officials: Better Testing, Employment Guidelines On Cannabis Improve The Workplace

Jane Terry of the National Safety Council said studies showed vehicle crash rates increased after legalization.

Maryland's Raskin Gets Top Democratic Slot On U.S. House Oversight Committee

“I am truly humbled, honored beyond measure to be elected Ranking Member of the House Oversight Committee for the 118th Congress" -- Raskin

Reflecting On His Two Terms, Hogan Says He's Leaving Office ‘With A Sense Of Accomplishment'

(Earlier this week, Maryland Matters Senior Reporter Bruce DePuyt spoke with Hogan in the governor's State House office. This is Part I.)

Judge Steven Platt: Now We Really Find Out Who Won And Who Lost

With the election over, the headlines and the stories that follow them turn from charge to countercharge, who's winning, and who's losing.

Seeking Collegiality And Debate, Miller Says She Was Forced To "Adhere To The Majority"

Since Miller's appointment as chair in January 2021, the board has experienced frequent disagreements, many of which surfaced publicly.

After Substation Shooting, Federal Regulator Orders Review Of Security Standards

The order requires NERC to deliver within 120 days its report on the effectiveness and applicability of current standards.

In Commentary, Maryland Democrat Notes Right Extremists Continue To Attempt To Attack Democracy, Threaten Voters' Rights

Like many Americans, as the 2022 midterms approached, I feared for our democracy.

Ferguson Picks Griffith, Feldman To Head Two Newly-Reconstituted Senate Panels, Reshuffles Committee Rosters

Re-made, EEE will handle all energy and utilities-related legislation, to better reflect the intersection of energy and utilities policy.

Prince George's School CEO, Other School Leaders Testify At Hearing For Embattled Board Chair Juanita Miller

Held before Judge Richard O'Connor of the Maryland Administrative Office of Hearings, the purpose was to review charges against Miller.

In Maryland, Families Consider Class Action Lawsuit Against Embattled College Savings Plan

Despite repeated promises, the families say, the plan has yet to make good on promises to resolve the matter.

Brown Selects Three Women For Top Positions In The Attorney General's Office

“The people of Maryland will be well-served by the experience and talent reflected in the senior leadership team I'm announcing" -- A. Brown

Commissioner Responds To Op-Ed On St. Mary's County Politics

"I was disappointed to read the opinion letter submitted by former Democratic commissioner candidate Brandon Russell" -- Colvin (R)

Council Rookie, But With A Wealth Of Experience — And A High-Profile Regional Leadership Post

Stewart organized monthly meetings with the mayors of Montgomery County's other 18 municipalities, to collaborate with the county council.

Juanita Miller May Testify At Hearing To Decide Whether To Remove Her From Prince George's School Board

The hearing before the Maryland Office of Administrative Hearing resumed Monday on Miller, who faces allegations of misconduct in office.

Moore Taps Sen. Pinsky And Mollie Byron For His Administration; Multiple Legislative Dominoes Set To Fall

“Paul and Mollie are two lifelong community leaders who I'm so eager to have join the administration — Maryland is better off" -- Moore

Opinion: Wes Moore's Six Options For Maryland Secretary Of Agriculture

Wes Moore's foreseeable victory has allowed him and his team plenty of time to develop policy priorities.