Adams, Lierman Describe Visions For Comptroller's Office At Tuesday Evening Forum

The winner of the July Democratic primary for comptroller will face term-limited Harford County Executive Barry Glassman, who is unopposed.

Top 20 House Primaries To Watch In Maryland

The retirement of a venerable incumbent can scramble the dynamic in any district — and leave the incumbent or incumbents feeling jittery.

New Bill Grants Theatrical Production Tax Credit in Maryland

HB641 to produce weeks of union wages, hotel occupancy, state travel and more

‘This Is A Big Job': Leonard Takes On Shellenberger In Baltimore County State's Attorney Primary

A tough-on-crime Democrat, Shellenberger is called; he will square up against the young, self-described “progressive” attorney in Leonard.

Opinion: Climate Change Likely To Increase Risk Of Natural Disasters And Toxic Exposure

Climate change has become a mainstay in public discussion due to its pernicious, long-lasting implications that affect communities.

Tuesday Night: Maryland Democratic Candidates' Forum For Comptroller Is Virtual, 7 P.M.

The League of Women Voters is the lead sponsor for the events; Kurtz is moderator.

Gubernatorial Candidate Ashwani Jain Seeks To Take Money Out Of Politics

Jain has managed to pack his résumé with experience in community organizing, sales, consulting, and, most recently, as a program director.

In Final Actions, Hogan Vetoes Bills Dealing With Union Dues, Red Line, And Mail-In Ballots

Hogan, whose final term ends next January, was required by law to act on the remaining pieces of pending legislation passed.

State Board Of Education Moves Forward With Process That Could Remove Chair Of Prince George's County Board

A copy of the notice of charges was not immediately available. The state board voted on the issue at a closed session meeting recently.

Opinion: The Work Is Not Over To Ensure A Strong Paid Family Leave Program

Earlier this year, the General Assembly took a major step forward in supporting Maryland's working families by passing landmark legislation.

Blueprint Accountability Board Seeking Advisers On Key Education Policy Areas

The seven-member Accountability and Implementation Board plans to have four advisory committees, each tasked to undertake a key policy.

Hogan, Scott Swap Messages On City Crime

Since Hogan took office, Baltimore's homicide count has clearly topped 300 deaths per year. According to the Sun, this year? 130 murders.

Don Mohler: It's Pedal To The Metal Time In Statewide Primaries

The political arena is not unlike the sporting world. More often than not, who has the momentum matters.

Political Notes: Booker Rallies Md., Democrats; Adams On The Air; Endorsement News

“I saw all the people who are running for governor, and I thought, the ballot's gonna be longer than a CVS receipt,” Mr. Booker joked.

It's Not That Easy Being A Green Bank In Maryland, But It's Getting Easier

But Congress is a hard place to get anything substantive done, and Van Hollen has largely been stymied in his efforts.

Special Session Unlikely, As Top Officials Continue Squabbling Over Automatic Gas Tax Increase

If the presiding officers were inclined to call lawmakers back to Annapolis, they likely would have, but instead released a statement.

Moore Calls On Hogan To Act On City Gun Violence In Wake Of Texas School Shooting

Moore, a frontrunner in the 2022 race for governor, called on Hogan to take a series of immediate actions to quell violence in the city.

Agreeing On Most Policy Points, Democratic AG Candidates Tout Resumes During Forum

The most contentious question during the forum was what kind of experience concocts the best candidate: legislative or prosecutorial?

Kalman Hettleman: Putting Gubernatorial Candidates To The Test

Otherwise, it's hard to pick an education favorite. In forums, gubernatorial candidates are usually lobbed softball questions.

Opinion: Baltimore County Council "Fails To Meet Important Goals" Of Police Accountability

They were supposed to have been met in accordance with the passage of the Maryland Police Accountability Act of 2021.

With ‘Healthy Babies Equity Act,' Maryland Joins Other States Providing Prenatal Care, Regardless Of Immigration Status

Vicente volunteers to distribute food to people in need, whose lives have been upended by pandemic-related social, economic, health issues.

Franchot Calls For Special Legislative Session To Authorize Him To Pause Gas Tax Hike

Motorists across Maryland and the country are still shouldering the burden of gas price hikes, while oil production has not matched demand.

Peroutka A No-Show At League Of Women Voters AG Forum

Shalleck, one of two Republican candidates for state attorney general, was punctual for a virtual forum Tuesday night.

‘The Distraction Factor Is Insane': Highway Administration Worker Struck On Job Urges Drivers To Use Care

On March 29, 2021, a day before his birthday, Wright was driving a dump truck on the shoulder of westbound Route 70, when he was struck.

Hogan Calls On Franchot To Suspend Mandated Gas Tax Increase; Franchot Calls On Hogan To Declare State Of Emergency

The state gas tax is expected to increase on July 1, from 36.1 cents per gallon to 43 cents per gallon, according to the formula.

Political Notes: House GOP Wants Frosh To Sue Biden; Navarro's Montgomery County Endorsement Has Statewide Implications; More

It's in a letter sent Monday that's sure to accomplish little, except spotlight GOP talking points.

Prescription-Drug Affordability Board Begins Process To Cap Costs On Certain Medications

Maryland, a pioneer in establishing a medications cost control board, has no definition for “upper payment limits” within its state code.

State Lawmaker To Train Pro-Choice Campaign Workers Across Md., Team With Raskin's Group Of Young Activists

StandUp MD is a fellowship program that will train college students and recent graduates on the art of political organization.

Lack Of Polling Has Voters, Media, Gubernatorial Debate Planners Flying Blind. Why It Matters?

A handful of candidates has released internal polls, but those are greeted with skepticism, even when conducted by respected pollsters.

Opinion: Climate Justice Means Putting Frontline Families Like Mine At The Front

Like many immigrants fleeing poverty after a natural disaster, my family and I immigrated from El Salvador after the 2001 earthquakes.

Legislative Panel Issues Blistering Report Of McGrath's Management Practices At Maryland Environmental Service

McGrath has been accused of misleading state officials, including Hogan, and MES board members about the terms of his severance deal.

Opinion: Is Offshore Wind A Prudent Way To Decarbonize?

Do Maryland's stewards realize that they are investing $8.3 billion to procure electricity with a probable market value of $3.3 billion?

Political Notes: Mastriano To Rally With Cox; AFL-CIO Backs Perez; Baker Almost Broke

“Come rally with the patriots of Maryland,” one of the images on the video says.

Baltimore Officials, Gubernatorial Candidates Step Up Debate On Public Safety Issues

The Baltimore City Council prepares to hold budget hearings at the end of the month.

Natasha Dartigue Named Next Maryland Public Defender

Dartigue, currently the acting district public defender for Baltimore, will replace Paul B. DeWolfe Jr. as the public defender for Maryland.

Hogan, Jones, Hrabowski Tout Controversial Lease Of State Psychiatric Hospital As Win For Higher Education

Last week, the Board of Public Works voted 2-1 to lease Spring Grove Hospital Center to the University of Maryland, Baltimore County for $1.

Franchot & Co. Pack The House At Women's Luncheon In Prince George's

This is no small feat for a weekday afternoon.

Maryland Food Bank Offers Job Training And Aid To Baltimore Youth

Baltimore residents who are between 18 and 25 years old and are not attending school or working are the preferred applicants.

Political Notes: Edwards' New Poll; Szeliga's New Alliance; Blair's New Ad

Thirty-one percent of likely primary voters favored Edwards, while 18% backed Ivey. Former state delegate Angel (D) garnered four percent.

Judge Weighing Motion To Dismiss Henrietta Lacks's Family Lawsuit Against Biotech Firm

The report states Ms. Lacks's living cell samples were collected and used, without her consent, for a 1951 medical procedure.