Moore Visits Pot Dispensary, Praises Biden Pardon Announcement On Simple Marijuana Possession

Moore held a roundtable discussion with Black entrepreneurs at Mary & Main, one of the few Black-owned dispensaries in the state.

Glassman, Lierman Make Their Case To Be Maryland's Next Comptroller

“Our state comptroller is more than just a bean counter,” Lierman said. “It's an office that's uniquely situated."

Kalman Hettleman: Should Teachers Be Social Workers, Too?

The saving grace is a remarkable policy response. In Maryland, federal COVID and state funds are dedicated to a dizzying array of programs.

Hogan Headlining Fundraiser For N.H. Candidate Who Called FBI Agents ‘Storm Troopers'

“At a time of rising crime, Republicans must be the party of law and order and supporting law enforcement,” Hogan said.

Biden Visits Hagerstown Factory To Help Trone, Bash GOP, And Tout His Record On Manufacturing

“When it comes to the next Congress, this isn't a referendum,” Biden said. “It's a choice between two drastically different views."

Maryland's Highest Court Upholds Order Allowing Early Counting Of Mail-In Ballots

The ruling represented a victory for the state Board of Elections, which petitioned for the right to process mail-in ballots as they arrive.

States Not On Track To Meet 2025 Chesapeake Bay Goals, Report Says

Those deficiencies in the agriculture and stormwater sectors could derail the progress of even those states that have made major strides.

Opinion: Time To Reevaluate Massive Gas Utility Infrastructure Spending

The big spike in gas utility bills Maryland residential customers should expect this winter is just the tip of the iceberg.

With Declining Enrollment Despite Pricey Ad Campaign, University Of Maryland Global Campus Cuts 43 Jobs

Six are affiliated with the state's largest public employee union — the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees.

Best Maryland School Districts To Teach In, Average Salaries

Most school districts in MD pay their teachers $70,000​ or more, according to Niche​. See how districts rank for best systems to teach in.

Notes: New Ads; A New Designation For Cox; Gigs For Dereck Davis And Sheila McDonald; More

The report indicates the League of Conservation Voters believes Dan Cox has one of "the worst environmental records" in the United States.

Anne Arundel Poll Shows Haire With Narrow -- But Potentially Fragile -- Lead Over Pittman

That's good news for Haire, who has run an aggressive, well-funded campaign against Pittman, and has aired four TV ads critiquing him.

Opinion: Cancer Death Disparities Are Real, But So Is The Ability To Do Something About Them

Cancer is a relentless, vicious disease that continues to claim too many lives, and the troubling reality is that the toll is even worse.

Montgomery Planning Chair Anderson Docked Four Weeks Pay For Keeping Alcohol In Office

Anderson, who serves as head of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, acknowledged he kept these dozens of bottles.

Hogan Convenes Meeting With Supporters To Discuss Possible White House Run

The group heard from Thomas Kelso, Hogan's longtime campaign chair who is Hogan's appointed chair of the Maryland Stadium Authority; others.

MDOT And Losing Toll Lanes Bidders Battle Before Court Of Special Appeals

The Madrid-based consortium needs to convince the court that it filed its protest against the agency in a timely manner.

Maryland Advocacy Groups Assemble Coalition To Guide Next Governor

Coalition leaders believe the new governor can help strengthen Maryland's economy, and revitalize the education system.

Atty. Representing Woman Who Gave Birth Alone In A Jail Cell: ‘One Of The Most Inhumane Cases In My Career'

The report indicates the woman was held at the Washington County Detention Center, and received no help from sheriff's deputies and nurses.

Opinion: No Transparency In The Toll Lanes Traffic Modeling

Aug. 25, the Maryland State Highway Administration announced federal approval of the Toll Lanes Project for the Capital Beltway and I-270.

Listeria-Contaminated Cheese Recalled From Several MD Grocery Chains

Numerous cheese brands were contaminated and are part of a recall that includes Food Lion, Trader Joe's, Lidl and Giant Food stores in MD.

Mfume Leads Discussion On ‘Nontraditional' Topic Of Managing And Treating Black Pain

The Baltimore native focused on a topic not seen, leading a panel titled, “Black Pain Matters: Racial Bias (in the perception of pain)."

Opinion: Maryland Needs An Environmental Human Rights Amendment

This is in response to Josh Kurtz's article September 28, “Report details alarming levels of toxins being dumped in Maryland's waterways."

Peroutka Pledges To Bypass Abortion, Marriage Laws; Would Pursue Legal Action Against Hogan

Although running to be the state's top lawyer, the Republican, who served for four years on the county council, again pledged priorities.

Opinion: The School Nurse's Office In Maryland Should Never Be Empty

Almost everyone remembers being in the school nurse's office when growing up; school nurses were there to tend to the scrapes.

Libertarian David Lashar: I Can Overtake Dan Cox — And Help Defeat ‘Trumpism'

In an interview with Maryland Matters, he said he has set a lower — but perhaps more achievable — objective for himself.

Emerging From Primary, John King Urges End Of School-To-Prison Pipeline, Student Debt

“Yeah, we covered a lot of ground, which is nice,” King, of The Education Trust, said in a brief interview after the 90-minute discussion.

Stink Bugs In MD: How To Keep Them Out Of Your Home

Brown marmorated stink bugs, which have been detected in Maryland and 47 other states, are trying to nest in your house for the winter.

MD Weather: 50 MPH Winds, Gale Warnings From Ian Remnants

The remnants of Hurricane Ian are bringing rain and strong winds to Maryland, which could cause coastal flooding and downed limbs.

Access To Some College Savings Funds Will Be Curtailed Until At Least October, Official Says

“We are committed to doing this right and fixing an ongoing problem,” he said. Savia took the reins of the program over this past summer.

Blueprint Board Assesses Timeline, Process In Rolling Out Comprehensive Education Plan

Please hold state and local agencies accountable to ensure they correctly implement the Blueprint for Maryland's Future education plan.

Ian Remnants Spur MD Statewide Preparations, Gale Warnings And Watches

Gov. Hogan announced statewide preparations as the remnants of Hurricane Ian move up the mid-Atlantic, which could cause coastal flooding.

Advisory Committees Created To Help Assess Subject Areas In Blueprint Education Plan

Each committee met virtually Wednesday to address four particular subjects: early childhood education, high-quality and diverse teachers.

Notes: Campaign Finance; Election Timetable; New TV Ads; New Area Code; More

Those latest campaign finance statements, known as “pre-general 1” reports, cover fundraising and spending activity from July 4 to Aug. 23.

Commentary: As Cannabis Legalization Looms, Do You Hear The Screws Turning Again?

It was during the 2021 General Assembly session when the first comprehensive cannabis legalization bill, House Bill 32 — was championed.

Alarming Levels Of Toxins Being Dumped In MD Waterways: Report

“Our children deserve a safe and healthy future,” said Maryland PIRG State Director Emily Scarr.

Morgan State Was Lax In Tracking Scholarships, Contracts And Student Refunds, Audit Finds

The findings were among numerous deficiencies uncovered by the Office of Legislative Audits (OLA), which reviewed the school's operation.

Candidates Tout Qualifications To Join Prince George's Police Accountability Board

One of the main goals, according to county legislation, will be for the board and an administrative charging committee to reflect.

Woman Gave Birth To Baby Alone On MD Jail Cell Floor: Lawsuit

The woman claims she removed her baby's amniotic sac and slid it under her cell door to prove she was having a baby, the lawsuit alleges.

Political Notes: Mizeur's Homecoming; Marylanders At The CBC Confab; Moore's HBCU Tour; Weather Report

President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris plan to attend the foundation’s annual Phoenix Awards dinner Oct. 1.

Prince George's Council Holding Public Session For Applicants To Join Police Accountability Board

The council plans to approve five members to the board, while County Executive Angela Alsobrooks (D) will name the other five.