Notes: Certified Election Results In Montgomery Show 35-Vote Win For Elrich; Uncertainty Remains In Frederick Council Race

His campaign has 72 hours from the election's certification to make a formal request.

MoCo Leaders Hope For Fresh Approach To Toll Lanes After Hogan

Montgomery County leaders are optimistic Maryland’s next governor will be able to steer congestion relief efforts in a new direction.

Walmart, Best Buy, Target: 2022 Back-To-School Deals In Maryland

From notebooks to pencils to iPads, here is where you can snag the best back-to-school deals at stores in Maryland.

MD Tax-Free Week: What To Save On Back-To-School 2022 Shopping

Maryland’s sales tax-free week starts Sunday. Find out which items you can save on as the kids get ready to go back to school.

After One-Vote Loss, Frederick County Council President Seeks Recount, Readies Lawsuit

Di Cola, a community activist, eked out the narrowest win possible — 2,298 votes to 2,297 — in her bid to deny Keegan-Ayer the nomination.

Opinion: Time To Overhaul Baltimore County's Planning, Development Review And Zoning Process

You may not realize it, but Baltimore County is in the midst of a once-in-a-decade opportunity to transform these very “systems."

Under Water: Could Latest Internal Dissension At WSSC Prompt Changes?

“This is the sewer department, y'all,” the late Prince George's County Executive, Wayne Curry (D), once said in exasperation.

Perseid Meteor Shower Peaks In MD: When, How To Watch

The Perseid meteor shower peak starts Aug. 11, but 2022's final supermoon will compete for viewing in Maryland.

MD Hurricane Forecast: Quiet Start To Season, How Many Storms Likely

The 2022 hurricane season may be quieter than federal officials initially projected. But Marylanders should be prepared for named storms.

Senate Bill Inflection Point For Combating Climate Change: Cardin, Van Hollen

“It is an incredible bill,” Cardin told reporters, on a Zoom call.

Despite Pleas From Federal Lawmakers, Maryland On Track To Demolish Old Nice Bridge

Hoyer, Cardin (D), and Van Hollen (D) asked Transportation Secretary Jim Ports to delay action long enough to allow an independent study.

Activists Accuse Maryland Labor Department Of Slow-Walking Heat Protection Regulations For Workers

Backers of legislation to protect workers against heat stress are frustrated by what they call the Hogan administration's “lack of urgency."

Cox Calls FBI Mar-A-Lago Search ‘Police State Tactics,' While Hogan Warns Of Divisions

"Dan Cox blindly puts loyalty to Donald Trump and his harmful MAGA agenda above all else,” said Democratic Party spokesperson Ernest Bailey.

Frosh, Fellow AG's Support New Federal Poultry Rule, But Question Oversight

The USDA is soliciting comments on its proposed rule for Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments until Aug. 23.

It's Recount Season In Maryland -- Here's Where They Are Happening And How They Work

The Montgomery County Board of Elections is expected to meet on Friday to certify incumbent County Executive Marc Elrich's 42-vote win.

Perseid Meteor Shower Peaks This Week In MD: When To Watch

The Perseid meteor shower peak starts Aug. 11, but 2022's final supermoon will compete for viewing in Maryland.

Family Of Anton Black, Brutalized By Police, Reaches $5M Settlement With Eastern Shore Towns

The report indicates before he died, Anton Black was tasered by police, pinned down and handcuffed by police, then sat on by police.

Notes: Staffing Up; Public Safety Officials Taking Sides; Progressive Maryland Claims Victory; New Gig For An Annapolis Lobbyist

Werrell, who recently received a law degree from the University of Texas, has worked for dozens of campaigns.

Opinion: AquaCon's Proposed Industrial Salmon Farm Represents A Major Environmental Risk For Maryland

It concerns the Norwegian company's promises about sustainable indoor salmon farming, and the economic benefits it would bring to Maryland.

Ehrlich To Focus On Fundraising, Not Cheerleading, For GOP Candidates This Fall

“Now that we have nominees, we look forward to a spirited and unified front, as our candidates fight for efficient government" -- Dirk Haire

'Unreasonably' Cold: Farmers' Almanac Winter Forecast For MD

Winter will feel unreasonably cold from the Great Lakes region to the Mid-Atlantic, especially in January, The Farmers' Almanac says.

MD Weather: Flood Watch Issued As 3 Inches Of Rain Forecast

The National Weather Service issued a flood watch for Baltimore and many Maryland counties as 3 inches of rain is forecast for Friday night.

Hogan, Ball, And Kittleman Mark Completion Of MD 32 Widening And Safety Project

The state spent $151 million, and the county chipped in $17 million to upgrade a nine-mile stretch of the highway.

Most Circuit Court ‘Sitting Judges' Win Primary Races, As Debate Continues Over Partisan Judicial Elections

For the so-called "sitting judges," it is "turning out to be a pretty good year," the report states.

Heat Timeline To 'Feels Like' 105 Degrees: MD Weather

Parts of Maryland are under a heat advisory and an air quality alert. See when it will feel like 105 degrees on Thursday.

Sunscreen Sold In MD Recalled Over Possible Cancer-Causing Chemical

With beach weather in the forecast, you may want to check which brand of sunscreen is in your bag. A popular brand in MD has been recalled.

U.S. House Democrats File Brief In College Affirmative Action Case

Maryland Democratic Reps. Anthony Brown, Steny Hoyer, Kweisi Mfume, and Jamie Raskin signed on to the brief.

Maryland's Clergy Sex Abuse Investigation Lacks Results, Survivors Say

It took Shapiro's investigators two years to investigate and put together an 884-page report that was described as a “bombshell."

Political Notes: DNC Delays Early-State Decision; Emerge Maryland Celebrates; Montgomery Ballot Counting Continues

The national party is looking to remake its presidential primary and caucus lineup, which currently includes longtime leadoff states.

MD Tax-Free Week: When To Save On Back-To-School 2022

Maryland’s sales tax-free week starts in less than 2 weeks. Find out which items you can save on as the kids get ready to go back to school.

MD Weather: Heat Advisory As 103-Degree Feels Like Temps Arrive

Parts of Maryland are under a heat advisory as forecasters expect it will feel like 103 degrees on Thursday.

Monkeypox Cases Climb In MD As Testing, Vaccinations Limited: Hogan

Maryland has limited resources to test or vaccinate at-risk populations for monkeypox as cases increase, Gov. Larry Hogan said.

Acting Wicomico County Executive John Psota Defeated By Teacher Julie Giordano, In Bid For Full Term

In November, Giordano will face Wicomico County Councilmember Ernest F. Davis, 59, who is currently the council's vice president.

Former Rivals Offer Wes Moore Their Full Support At Democratic Unity Rally

“Don't take any election for granted,” said Sen. Cardin (D). “We need Team Maryland to fight for values that are important to our state."

State Board Of Elections Member Dies, Creating Multiple Uncertainties

Funn's death also throws the partisan makeup of the board into greater imbalance.

Political Notes: Schulz Releases Statement On Governor's Race; Updates On Close Contests; Some Winners From LCV

There are still more mail ballots to be tabulated in the state, mostly in Montgomery County, but Cox leads by more than 27,000 votes.

Without Council Action, Tenants In Montgomery County Could See Higher Rents

“County renters continue to face economic hardships due to COVID-19 impact on income, health, and family obligations,” Elrich wrote.

Opinion: We Need A Post-Roe Special Session In Annapolis

Now that most of the races have been called, and we are beginning the process of reconciliation, can we talk about abortion access?

MD Heat To Feel Like 100 Degrees This Week: Forecast

The summer heat returns to Maryland this week, with "feels-like" temperatures likely to reach the 100-degree mark, forecasts predict.

Doodle For Google Finalists: Maryland Boy Among 2022's Top 5

Edison Lee of Elkridge was the national winner in grades K-3 with his doodle titled "Dreaming of my bright future."