Notes: Long List Of Applicants For Luedtke's Seat; Democrats' New Leadership Team; New Lobbying Hire

The governor — depending on the timing, it'll either be Moore, who takes office on Jan. 18, or Hogan (R) — will appoint the new delegate.

Alanah Davis: We're Just Fluffy

Fat-bodied people at times find acceptance in social circles, on social media platforms, and in love for being exactly who they are.

Lierman Picks Two For Senior Leadership Positions In Comptroller's Office

Lierman is preparing to take office on Jan. 16, 2023, the report indicates.

Maryland's Top Education Leaders Meet Up To Talk Blueprint

It's unknown if a similar joint session will happen in the future, but all the participants Friday agreed on one key focus: collaboration.

Blueprint Board Reviews College And Career Readiness Standards, But There's Disagreement On A Timeline

Choudhury and other Maryland State Department of Education representatives summarized a recently completed exploratory study.

Opinion: Why Are St. Mary's County Commissioners Blocking The Vote-By-District Legislation?

Last week the commissioners in St. Mary's County decided which legislative proposals to send forward to the county's legislative delegation.

Moore Pledges To Steer I-270/I-495 Traffic Relief Efforts In A New Direction

In 2017 Hogan (R) unveiled a multibillion-dollar plan to add four variably-priced toll lanes — two in each direction — to the entire length.

Prince George's School Board Couldn't Select A New Chair, But It Did Choose A Vice Chair

It only took one round of balloting for the board to select Walker, who won her seat in last month's general election.

Educators, Advocates Express Concerns To Moore Transition Leaders About Recently Adopted Blueprint Plan

"They did not talk to state schools, they only talked to county schools," attorney Fields said.

Moore Taps Three Young Political Veterans For Key Administration Roles

“This group of leaders will serve Maryland with distinction and I'm elated to have them join our team . . .no one is left behind" -- Moore

Notes: Raskin's Progress; Democrats To Choose New Party Leadership, And Comings & Goings

According to Politico, 30 members of the steering committee voted to recommend Raskin for the job of ranking member.

Oyez, Oyez, Oyez: Maryland's Highest Court Now Reigns ‘Supreme'

The name change became official when Gov. Hogan (R) signed a proclamation announcing that a majority of voters approved a referendum.

Opinion: What Happened To Health Equity?

(The author, a health policy expert, stresses the need in Maryland for equitable services for all.)

As Democrats Prepare To Retake Power In Annapolis, Hogan Issues Warning On Spending

Against that backdrop, Hogan on Thursday warned incoming leaders to keep a tight lid on spending.

Josh Kurtz: Analyzing Wes Moore's Team — And Keeping An Eye On The Senate

But standing just a few feet from Ulman, also pressing the flesh, was the Republican nominee for governor, Larry Hogan.

Workers At Maryland's Public Defender's Office Vote To Unionize

The vote to join the union was 45-1, the report states.

Groups Ask High Court To Bar ‘Exorbitant' Fees For Government Documents

The groups — the ACLU of Maryland, the Baltimore-based Public Justice Center and the Washington Lawyers' Committee — filed their petition.

Opinion: Running From The Police Is Not A Crime

If a Black man runs from police when they pull into his neighborhood, is that evidence of guilt or a rational act of self-preservation?

Opinion: Asian-American And Pacific Islander Voters Are A Rising Force In Maryland Politics

Too often, post-election pundits can't help but try to figure out why certain demographics did or did not turn out to vote.

Hogan Administration Pausing State's Participation In Multi-State Alliance For Strictest Vehicle Emissions Standards

An environmentalist asked an MDE official whether the administration planned to follow more stringent emissions standards, like California.

Dozens Of Maryland Pols Decry Anti-Semitism, Embrace Jewish Group's Policy Agenda

The A-list lineup included the state's two U.S. senators, U.S. Rep. Jamie Raskin (D), Gov.-elect Wes Moore (D), and the lt. governor.

Thinking About Our Co-Founder, Four Years After He Left Us

And the pace of change will intensify next month, when a new and historically diverse slate of leaders is sworn into the statewide offices.

Notes: Alsobrooks's Party; Black Caucus's New Leader; Brown's Town Hall, And Personnel News

Other county executives had parties after their inaugurations, but none was as packed or as fancy as Alsobrooks's black-tie affair.

Report Finds Maryland Transit Agency Suffers From Under-Staffing And High Vacancy Rate

The report, “Hiring and Retention Comparison with Peer Agencies and Surrounding Jurisdictions,” was prepared for the General Assembly.

As Md. Republicans Pick Up The Pieces, A Push Emerges To Recruit And Train Candidates At The County Level

Burton said he believes the key to the party's renewal is building a bench of quality candidates at the local level.

Health Advocates Prep For '23 Session, With The Ultimate Goal Of Eliminating Maryland's Uninsured Population

Vincent DeMarco is president of the Maryland Citizens' Health Initiative, and noted the top priorities for 2023.

Prince George's School Board May Soon Choose New Leadership

Miller summarized “the joy” of working with public schools CEO Monica Goldson, and boasted about the school system's national recognition.

Opinion: How Can We Reduce ER Wait Times In Maryland Hospitals?

In 2022, Maryland was determined to have the longest Emergency Room wait time in all 50 states. Maryland has sustained this low ranking.

Attorneys Who Forced Reforms In Unemployment Claims System Win Settlement With State

The six faced a variety of hurdles, according to the court filing. Some waited months to begin receiving benefits.

Anticipating The Next Four Years, Progressive Lawmakers See The Possibilities And The Sobering Realities

“It's going to be a new day with a Democratic governor and a lot of good people coming up in the legislature,” said Ruth.

Expanding Offshore Wind Power Would Have ‘Multitude Of Benefits' For Maryland, Report Suggests

“Over the next decade, we expect the cost of offshore wind to continue to fall,” Frank said, during a briefing with reporters Wednesday.

State Puts Off Awarding Controversial Airport Concessions Contract — But Not Before Current Vendor Sues

This occurs “in light of legal concerns raised by the Office of the Attorney General" -- notice

Opinion: Could Supreme Court Case Give Md., Democrats Greater License To Gerrymander?

Today, Dec. 7, is traditionally known as "a day that will live in infamy," the anniversary of the bombing of Pearl Harbor in 1941.

Labor Department's Resistance To Political Pressure Helped Stem Fraud, Secretary Says

The state paid out billions of dollars in benefits, but many people waited weeks — and in some cases, months — for money to arrive.

On Two New County Councils, More Diversity, Newcomers, And Some Reinvigorated Leaders

However, Ivey made a “substitute motion,” and recommended Tom Dernoga instead.

Cassilly Comes Home To Serve As Harford County Executive

Cassilly's time without a title ended slightly before 1, as he took the oath of office to become the county's leader, succeeding Glassman.

New Legislators Get Schooled On How To Make Friends, Find Success In Annapolis

Several speakers at Monday's session in the House of Delegates chamber urged next year's freshman class to treat one another with respect.

In Speeches, Second-Term County Executives Chart Post-Pandemic Course

Executives started their second terms in Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Howard, Prince George's and Montgomery counties. Here are their speeches.

Hospitals Prepare For Winter, As State Sees Earlier-Than-Normal Surge In RSV Infections

“Right now, we're seeing a slight reprieve from what we've seen in the last few months,” said Dr. Lauren McGovern, a pediatric hospitalist.

Alanah Davis: Are We Idioms?

I've been so fortunate over the years to find connections and friendships both platonic and romantic.