Notes: Biden Rally; Moore's New Fans; Raskin's Ambition; More

The president is the headliner, but there are other scheduled speakers at what promises to be a lengthy rally for Maryland Democrats.

Lawmakers, Activists Seek Remedies To Make Clean Drinking Water More Accessible, Affordable

Barnes Memorial is hardly alone. Across the state, residents regularly face service shutoffs and worse due to their inability to pay.

A Moore Administration Could Lead To ‘Brain Drain' In Local Government

Now, eight years later, Democrat Wes Moore is favored to win the November election to replace Hogan.

Eckardt Moves On To Mayoral Runoff In Cambridge While GOP Women's Group Spotlights Younger Rising Stars

Eckardt finished second in Tuesday's balloting, with 30.32 percent. The top vote-getter is a former city councilmember and retired judge.

Opinion: The Maryland Democratic Party In 2022

Black people in Maryland, as is the case around the U.S., are a captured electorate of the Democratic Party.

Education Experts Anticipate Slow Recovery As School Year Kicks Off

In Maryland, 3 counties were calculated to have suffered the greatest learning loss: Baltimore, Dorchester, and Prince George's counties.

Barron Outlines Plan To Use ‘Al Capone Model,' Little-Known Statute To Prosecute Violent Criminals

Barron said his office's new strategy relies on three main prongs:

County Executive Candidates Add To Vote Totals As Montgomery Recount Continues

After 11 p.m. Monday night, the county elections board released preliminary results in the full recount:

FBI Director Is Potential Hurdle In Relocating Agency To Suburbs, Cardin Says, As Md., Va., Officials Spar

What regional leaders agree on is that the FBI must abandon its current building, a crumbling hulk on Pennsylvania Avenue.

What Will Hogan Administration Officials Do After The Governor Runs ‘Through The Tape'?

Or, Hogan can seek the Republican nomination for president, or ponder the possibility of running as an independent.

Opinion: Means-Tested Tax Credits Punish The Poor For Working; Maryland Makes It Worse

Federal income tax rates range from 10 percent in the lowest income bracket, to 37 percent at the highest bracket.

PAW Patrol ®Live! “The Great Pirate Adventure” Coming to Baltimore

The Pack is Back and on a Roll to The Hippodrome Theatre December 10 & 11

Statewide Candidates Pledge Cooperation With Local Officials At MACo Finale

All three offices are open this year — a rarity in recent Maryland political history — and the candidates pledged to boost cooperation.

Is Larry Hogan Trying To Bury Dan Cox At The Starting Gate?

Hogan has repeatedly called the Trump-endorsed Cox a “QAnon wack job” and a “nut job.” He has said he will not be voting for him.

Hogan Skips Republican Reception At Restaurant Owned By Cox Supporter

Last year, Jennings's event felt like the center of the Maryland universe, as it served as a coming-out party. This year Hogan said, "Pass."

Notes: MACo Crab Feast; New Gig For Ben Smith; Road-Tripping; And The Governor's Coming To GOP's Dinner

Many of the pols seem to have figured it out, with the eaters jammed together at tables under two circus tents.

After Recount Of Most Early Voting And Election Day Ballots, Montgomery Executive Race Remains Relatively Unchanged

After initial certification of the July 19 primary results, Elrich led the race by 35 votes.

Opinion: The Inflation Reduction Act's Climate Lessons For Maryland Legislators

Despite what you heard, the deal negotiated to win the support of coal baron Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.), is not a big climate victory.

MD Weather: Thunderstorms, Damaging Winds In Forecast

Several rounds of storms and heavy rainfall are threatening Maryland on Monday. Here is what to expect in the NWS forecast.

With Historic Infrastructure Funding Poised To Flow, Counties ‘Must Be Ready To Compete'

It was no surprise that a panel discussion that included the head of Gov. Hogan's “infrastructure subcabinet" was a hit.

In Statewide Races, FOP Backs Democrats For Governor And Attorney General

Moore, who is running against Trump-backed GOP nominee Del. Dan Cox, touted the endorsement on Thursday.

Postcard From Ocean City: It's Like There Are Two Governors Attending MACo

Yet despite Hogan's popularity, "the political gravitational pull has shifted perceptibly in Ocean City this week," the report states.

Frederick County Democratic Committee Narrowly Picks Incumbent In Disputed Race

The emotionally charged vote was 6-5, with five members supporting Tarolyn Thrasher, the candidate backed by Di Cola.

Where Maryland Ranks On List Of Best States To Live: New Report

A report examined affordability, economy, education, health, safety and quality of life to rank Maryland in its best places to live list.

On MACo's First Day, The ‘Real Work' Involves Homespun Ethics Advice And Deep Dives Into Tech

One well-attended session was a seminar on ethics in government, part of the program for county officials in a certificate program.

Opinion: For Whom Will The Back-To-School Bells Toll? State Superintendent Choudhury Holds The Key

Federal COVID funds could enable progress. But that assumes funds are well-spent, which generally hasn't happened so far in Maryland.

With An Eye Toward The Next Four Years, Ferguson Raises Money Aggressively For Himself And His Colleagues

At this point in the 2018 cycle, Senate Democrats under Miller had raised $924,000 — at a time when Republicans were targeting Democrats.

Flu shots now available at CVS Pharmacy® and MinuteClinic® nationwide

43 percent of Americans say they’ll visit a retail pharmacy to get the flu vaccine this season

Elrich Says He Is Confident His Lead Will Survive Recount

Following a lengthy vote count, Montgomery County Executive Elrich outperformed David Blair by 35 votes in the July 19 primary.

Maryland AG Joins Coalition Opposing Laws That Restrict Emergency Abortion Care

The near-complete bans in Texas and Idaho "put the health and safety of thousands of women at risk,” Attorney General Frosh said.

Bidens Head To MD; MACo Fundraising Circuit; Humane Lawmakers: Notes

At least seven candidates are holding fundraisers to coincide with the Maryland Association of Counties' annual summer conference.

Officials: Incentives In Federal Bill Will Jump-Start Home Retrofits To Address Climate Change

The broad Inflation Reduction Act, which President Biden signed into law Tuesday, includes legislation from U.S. Sen. Chris Van Hollen.

Maryland Board Of Elections Will Head To Court To Speed Up November Ballot Counting

As a result of the veto, the first canvass of mail ballots allowed under existing law started two days after election day.

Cox Vacillates In His Comments, Modulates Rhetoric On FBI Search Of Mar-A-Lago

But Cox attempted to modulate his tone during a conversation with reporters at the opening of his new campaign headquarters Monday.

‘Unprecedented:' Frederick Democrats Juggle Numerous Unknowns Following Court Ruling

Central Committee Chair Deborah Carter called the circumstances behind this recount, which may take days, "completely unprecedented."

Spotted Lanternfly Invasion Spreads: How To Stop The Pest In MD

Adult spotted lanternflies can damage grapes and many kinds of Maryland trees. Here's how you can help stop spread of the invasive species.

Delaware Man Wins MD Lottery Twice In Two Months

Duane Ketterman, who is often in Maryland for work, won nearly $31,000 on the state lottery's "Racetrax" game.

Back-To-School: What MD Requires For COVID-19, Other Diseases

Kids in Maryland aren't required to get COVID-19 vaccines to attend school. Here are the immunizations that are required.

Newly Found Ballots Delay Montgomery County's Certification Of Election Results

This occurs as the Montgomery County Board of Elections had planned to meet Friday afternoon to certify the primary election results.

Opinion: This Federal Bill Is Going To Supercharge Maryland's Energy Transition

Aug. 7, the U.S. Senate passed the historic climate legislation package hammered out between Senate Majority Leader Schumer and Joe Manchin.