Hershey Forms Exploratory Committee, Will Weigh Run For Governor

Hershey said he expects to make a decision sometime before the end of the year on whether he’ll challenge incumbent Gov. Wes Moore (D).

US Marshals Won't Be Used For Protection During Maryland Power Line Surveys — For Now

Landowners appear willing to cooperate, meaning marshals aren't necessary, federal judge rules.

Need For Speed: Executive Order Aims To Reduce Administrative Hurdles To New Housing

An order signed by Moore on Wednesday aims to help move along the process for permitting, developing new housing.

US Wind Says Baltimore Steel Facility Will Move Ahead, Despite Feds Pulling Back $47.4 Million

The company added that steel manufactured on the site would also fuel the shipbuilding industry.

Moore's Italian Weekend With George Clooney Was Paid Out Of Pocket, Aides Say

“The Governor paid for a trip to celebrate his wife’s 50th birthday,” David Turner, Moore’s communications director, said in a statement.

Close To 1,000 State Employees Apply For Early Buyout, Await Word On Acceptance

A total of 980 employees had applied by the Aug. 4 deadline, state officials said.

Maryland Democrats Buck USDA Plan To Shutter Beltsville Agricultural Research Center

A congressional delegation says moving the center would be wasteful and illegal.

US Health And Human Services Agency Orders States To Strip Gender From Sex Ed

Maryland, one of 40 states, D.C,. and territories targeted by the order could withhold $81.3 million.

Maryland Senator Introduces Bill To Redraw Congressional Districts In Response To Texas

A proposal by Sen. Clarence Lam is the latest to call for a blue state response to red state activism ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

New Stormwater Permit For Maryland Highways Is A Missed Opportunity, Environmentalists Say

The five-year permit, issued Friday by the Maryland Dept of Environment, requires controlling runoff on more than 4,000 acres owned by SHA.

Trump Targets Key Bridge Funds, Baltimore Troop Deployment In Social Media Sniping

Comments are in response to Moore's statement that Trump should come see the city or ‘keep our names out of your mouth.'

Grady To Step Down As State Budget Secretary In October

The departure of a key Moore Cabinet secretary is the latest in a series of late-term vacancies for the administration.

Day Gives County Planners ‘Pre-Decisional' Look At 2026 Housing Priorities

The current priorities will revamp ‘vesting rights' legislation from Moore's failed housing bill last session, along with new goals.

Complicated Mix Of Tax Changes Presents Challenges In State, Local Budgeting

Federal changes, including larger deductions, could change how Maryland taxpayers file.

Colin Kaepernick Teases Partnership With Prince George's County

Colin Kaepernick launched the AI start-up Lumi last year, which aims to help storytellers publish and merchandise their work independently.

State Education Leaders To Local Education Officials: Follow State Law

State superintendent, board of education president remind counties that "at the end of the day," they are subject to state law.

A Debate Blows Into Town, Democrats Get Feisty, And Speaker Of The Housing, In Notes From MACo

Whether it appears on an electronic sign or tacked to a hotel, the message is usually simple: “Stop offshore wind.”

Appeals Court Lifts Injunction That Would Have Blocked DOGE Access To Personal Records

A ruling by a panel of 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals is the second to reject restrictions on DOGE access by federal judges in Maryland.

State Not Yet Feeling Projected Effects Of Federal Cuts, Lawmakers Told

Concerns remain about delays in the implementation of cuts and the outcome of federal lawsuits.

At This Week's MACo Gathering, It's Already 2026 And ‘Unpredictable' Is The Watchword

Even with the conflicting political signals, smart minds in both parties in Maryland see reason for optimism this election cycle.

Wind Wars: Ocean City Challenges Maryland Permit In Two Different Venues

Ocean City is pursuing every avenue in its ongoing fight to block an offshore wind farm.

The Almanac Of American Politics On Maryland's Shifting Challenges, Faces And Power Bases

Maryland Matters offers a preview of the newest edition of the Almanac of American Politics, the classic political reference book.

Here’s How Much Money MD Stations PBS, NPR Lose From Trump Cuts

Maryland Public Broadcasting, WYPR and other staples in the state are threatened. What to know about massive budget cuts.

Maryland Had Largest Single-Month Drop In Federal Jobs In Almost 3 Decades, Report Finds

In addition to active federal workers, the report said more than 150,000 people in Maryland receive retirement income.

Raskin Raises, Banks Millions, Far Outstripping Other Maryland Delegation Members

The latest FEC reports also show Hoyer still actively raising funds.

Maryland Fires Back Against EPA Claims About Its Offshore Wind Permit

State says there is nothing wrong with the permit it issued US Wind in June and it has no plans to reissue, as feds wanted.

Trump's EPA Flags A Problem With Offshore Wind Permit Issued By Maryland

The US Wind project received critical approval from the federal Bureau of Ocean Energy Management in December of last year.

Moore Taps Carroll County Republican, Army Vet To Head Veterans Department

Carroll County Commissioner Ed Rothstein is also a former garrison commander at Fort Meade.

Baltimore Crime, Homicide Drops Overshadowed By Fear Of Federal Actions Hindering Gains

Officials say discussions were part of a meeting of the Baltimore congressional delegation and the mayor to cite achievements and goals.

MD Churches Could Openly Endorse Candidates From The Pulpit, Under IRS Proposal

Notre Dame law professor: IRS court filing gives churches ‘green light’ to support political candidates.

Baltimore Among Cities Looking To Join Lawsuit Against Trump Funding Cuts To Sanctuary Cities

34 cities and counties have asked to join the California lawsuit against the administration.

Maryland earns 84/100 in financial transparency, ranking 8 among 50 states

New report from Truth in Accounting reveals Maryland’s strengths and weaknesses in fiscal reporting

Follow The Leaders: Barnes, Davis, Kimmel Take Charge, More Political Notes

Former Del. Darryl Barnes has a new job as chair of the Prince George’s Planning Board after a unanimous vote of the county council Tuesday.

Supreme Court Ruling Wasn't The Final Word, As Debate On LGBTQ Books Opt-Out Goes On

Supporters say parental rights reaffirmed, opponents say it ‘burdens’ on schools and will lead to erasure of LGBTQ history.

Maryland Sun Bucks Kicks Off For Second Year, But SNAP Cuts Could Threaten Program's Future

The summer food assistance benefit has already helped a half-million Maryland families afford groceries and stave off ‘summer hunger'.

Social Security Will End This Service To Marylanders In 2025; What To Know

President Trump signed an executive order to eliminate this Social Security service, which cost the country millions each year.

New MD Laws Regulate Overtime Pay, Revenge Porn, State Drink

From bans on AI revenge porn to a boost in overtime pay to a state cocktail, hundreds of new laws took effect on July 1 in MD. See the list.

New ‘Tech Tax' Dominates List Of Laws That Take Effect July 1, Start Of Fiscal 2026

Changes to income tax, vehicle emissions, cannabis, wagering also taking effect, along with new abortion funding and solar siting laws.

300 New MD Laws Take Effect July 1, 2025

From new taxes to cannabis regulation and a fund to pay for abortions, 300 new laws affecting Marylanders go into effect on July 1.

As He Ramps Up Political Activities, Moore Hires Ex-Whitmer Aide To Helm Campaign

“I’m thrilled to have Ron Owens leading our campaign as our campaign manager,” Moore said in a statement provided to Maryland Matters.