For Fundraisers During Pandemic, Lawmakers Get Creative To Bring Supporters Together

For many politicians, fundraising isn’t their favorite part of the job. And during the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s become even more challenging.

Opinion: Sarbanes Contributed To The Prosperity Of Southern Maryland

I would like to add a tribute to the life and work of Paul Sarbanes, in recognition of the example he set for all public servants.

Geminid Meteor Shower In Maryland: When And How To See Fireballs

The Geminid meteor shower is known for its colorful fireballs and quick speed. Here's when to watch in Maryland.

Gingerbread House Gallery: Check Out Maryland's Contest Entries

We asked Patch readers to share their holiday creativity: Here are the Maryland entries in Patch's gingerbread house decorating contest.

U.S. House Passes Bill Honoring Henrietta Lacks

A bill commemorating Henrietta Lacks, the Baltimorean whose cells changed the course of modern medicine, passed.

Plea From Concerned County Leaders As Hospitals Fill Up: Wear Masks, Avoid Gatherings

Hospitals are filling up rapidly and COVID-19 infection rates are soaring.

Opinion: Is Exelon Spinoff Prelude To A Nuclear Bailout?

The Baltimore Sun reported nuclear energy behemoth Exelon, owner of Baltimore Gas and Electric Co., and five other utilities may spin off.

Scott Appoints Natasha Mehu As Director Of The Mayor’s Office Of Government Relations

Baltimore Mayor Brandon M. Scott (D) Thursday announced Natasha Mehu as the director of the Mayor’s Office of Government Relations.

Maryland Voters Express Support For Regional Transportation Initiative To Reduce Emissions

Support is numbered at 70 percent, according to the report.

Police Reform, COVID’s Wrath Top MD's Legislative Agenda

Maryland's legislators return to Annapolis in five weeks. Their top concerns? Police reform and coronavirus. Here's their plan.

Hogan Extends More Help To Businesses As Lawmakers Scrutinize Test Kit Deal

There was split-screen action on the state’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic Thursday.

Ultra-Cold Freezers Arrive In Maryland, COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout Nears With Federal Panel’s OK

A federal advisory panel on Thursday gave the green light to a COVID-19 vaccine developed by U.S. pharmaceutical company Pfizer.

Frosh, Harris Join Opposing Briefs In "Baseless Claims" Texas Suit

Pa. A.G. Shapiro (D) responded in a brief that the suit was “an affront to principles of constitutional democracy."

Baltimore City Council President Mosby Promises Data-Driven Policy As New Council Is Sworn In

Across the street from the Baltimore War Memorial and in front of a small group of reporters, Mosby was sworn in.

Submarine Found Off Coast Of Ocean City

The remains of one of 27 submarines commissioned by the U.S. Navy during World War I was detected by side scan sonar.

Maryland Joins Lawsuit Accusing Facebook Of Creating Monopoly

A lawsuit filed by the Federal Trade Commission alleges that Facebook has spent years buying the competition rather than competing with it.

Board Of Regents Announces New President Of University Of Maryland Global Campus

The University of Maryland Board of Regents on Wednesday appointed Gregory Fowler as this new president.

Brandon Scott In First Comments As Baltimore Mayor: ‘Equity Will Be My Guiding Principle’

In a socially distanced room inside City Hall, former City Council President Brandon Scott was sworn in as Baltimore’s 52nd mayor Tuesday.

McGrath, Ex-Aide Set To Testify On Hefty Payout

Legislature members are expected to probe the "controversial payout," the report indicates.

Marylanders In Congress Remember Sarbanes For His Humility, Work And Service

Members of the Maryland congressional delegation and several other members of Congress gave tributes to former Sen. Sarbanes Tuesday.

State: Fraudsters Attempted To Claim Unemployment Using Top Officials’ Names

Gov. Hogan Jr. (R) said the names of top government officials ― including his own ― were used to attempt to claim unemployment benefits.

Scholarship Fund To Help Launch Prince George’s Residents Into Tech Careers

A partnership in Prince George’s County is working to make tech jobs accessible and affordable for low-income, minorities, and women.

COVID-19 Vaccine Could Be Available To Health Care Workers Next Week

First iterations of the COVID-19 vaccine could be available in Maryland as soon as next week, according to the deputy health secretary.

Maryland Health Workers With Jobs In D.C. Now Assured Access To Initial Vaccine

Congress is rushing to complete the bipartisan COVID-19 relief bill before the end of the year.

Maryland Leaders Remember Paul Sarbanes

Leading Marylanders and former colleagues remembered the late U.S. Sen. Sarbanes (D-Md.) Monday as a dedicated, low-key public servant.

Workgroup Seeks Changes To Domestic Violence, Custody And Abuse Proceedings

Over the last 12 years, 18 Maryland children have been murdered by a parent, the report states.

Opinion: Smart Growth Policies, Not Haphazard Approach Will Help Restore The Chesapeake

Over the past six years, Maryland has spent nearly $6 billion of taxpayer money on a wide range of Chesapeake Bay restoration efforts.

House Speaker Intends To Reintroduce HBCU Funding Bill Instead Of Overriding Gov. Hogan’s Veto

Adrienne Jones (D-Baltimore County) would reintroduce a bill that would provide an additional $577 million to historically Black colleges.

Legislation Proposed To Protect Essential Workers As The Pandemic Worsens

Sophia Atu has been a nurse at Prince George’s Hospital Center for over 20 years; she knew the job would be challenging.

Baltimore Mayor-Elect Names City Administrator, Chief Of Staff

Baltimore Mayor-elect Brandon M. Scott (D), who is taking office at noon Tuesday, announced the names of his two top aides on Monday.

Frank DeFilippo: Hogan’s Consistent Inconsistency

Inconsistency is Gov. Larry Hogan’s most consistent political trait.

Advocates Warn Of Looming Homeless Crisis

As the expiration date for stays on certain evictions approaches, advocates say officials need to ramp up efforts to help tenants.

Multiple Challenges Await As Scott Prepares To Assume ‘Thankless Job’

When Baltimore City Council President Brandon M. Scott (D) becomes the city’s 52nd mayor Tuesday, there will be no major celebratory events.

Health Department Procurement Chief Fired Amid Korean Test Kit Controversy

The former head of procurement for the Maryland Department of Health said he was forced into retirement without explanation.

MD Election Results Now Official; Biden Wins Record Margin

The Maryland Board of Canvassers certified the results during a virtual meeting Friday. Biden trounced Trump, the numbers show.

MD Could Reach Bay Health Goal By 2025, But Success Hinges On Curbing Runoff

Maryland is on track toward reaching its Chesapeake Bay pollution reduction goals by 2025.

As His 51st Session Approaches, Miller Vows To ‘Fully Participate, As I’m Able’

The Maryland legislature’s 2021 session will look and feel unlike any session of the modern era.

Republican Member Of State Elections Board Resigns

Kelley Howells, a Republican member of the State Board of Elections, is resigning effective Jan. 1, officials announced Friday.

Former EPA Chief: It’s Time For States To Determine Their Own Clean Energy Futures

The COVID-19 pandemic has underscored the importance of strong and forward-thinking leadership at every level of government.

Hogan Should've Acknowledged Problems With Korean Test Kits, Critics Say

Hogan could have "headed off controversy" by acknowledging problems with the coronavirus test kits, the report states.