State Democratic Party Asks That Maryland Be Considered For Early Primary In 2024

The Maryland Democratic Party submitted a letter of intent to the Democratic National Committee to be considered for an early primary.

MD Gas, Diesel Prices Set More Records, Keep Climbing: AAA

Maryland gas and diesel prices hit record highs again as summer travel season nears. Here's how much drivers are paying, according to AAA.

Beef Sold At MD Whole Foods Stores Could Contain Plastic: USDA

Consumers reported finding hard, rigid plastic in some ground beef sold at Whole Foods stores in MD and nationwide, according to the USDA.

Tickets for Hamilton go on sale Monday 5/16 At 10 A.M.

Hippodrome engagement runs Oct. 11-30

Congressional Bipartisanship Index: Rep. Harris Almost Brings Up The Rear

The results from the first year of the 117th Congress are in, and they're pretty bad.

Political Notes: More Than 100 State Candidates Sign Carbon-Free Electricity Pledge; Congressional Endorsements

To date, 143 candidates for the Maryland Senate and House of Delegates have signed the resolution.

MD Weather: Fog, Weekend Thunderstorms In Forecast

Thunderstorms, scattered rain showers, humidity and heavy fog are in the MD forecast this weekend. Here's the latest.

Baby Formula Shortages In MD: FDA Working 'Around The Clock'

Maryland residents are helping friend and neighbors search for baby formula as the shortage continues and supplies dwindle in stores.

Stadium Authority Was Wrong To Accept ‘One-Sided' Concert Deal, State Treasurer Says

Under that agreement, the team keeps 55 percent of the revenue generated from concerts and other non-baseball events at the ballpark.

Board Of Public Works OK's Controversial $1 Lease For State Psychiatric Hospital Grounds

Although the university has no specific plans at the moment, UMBC wants to use the hospital grounds to eventually expand its campus.

Maryland Construction Worker Testifies In Favor Of Labor Law Amendment To Prevent Wage Theft

House Appropriations Chair DeLauro introduced the bill, H.R. 3712, known as the “Wage Theft Prevention and Wage Recovery Act of 2022."

Group Wants To Overturn Abortion Care Access Act By Bringing It To A Referendum

The law takes effect July 1, expanding insurance coverage for abortion procedures, and directing $3.5 million as a mandated annual expense.

Adams Appeals To Frustrated Motorists With Gas Station Video Ads On High Prices

“Can you believe the price of a tank of gas? Wow, we need relief,” Timothy J. Adams, the first Black mayor of Bowie, said.

Hogan Signs Cybersecurity, Public Health, Transportation Bills Into Law

The report indicates 105 bills were signed into law in the productive session.

Blood Moon Total Lunar Eclipse 2022: Updated MD Viewing Forecast

The first lunar eclipse of 2022 is also called a Super Blood Moon eclipse because the moon will look red. Here's when to look for it in MD.

Is Inflation Easing? See How Maryland Is Affected

Inflation pushed prices up slightly in April but less than March, as the cost of many necessities continues to cause pain for MD residents.

Ex-Marylander Mooney Survives Primary In W.Va.; Here's Why It Matters In Maryland

Mooney, 50, once a central figure in Maryland politics, is heavily favored to win a fifth term this fall.

Climate Notes: A Leader For Anne Arundel/Annapolis Resilience Authority; Pressuring Utilities On LED Lights; More

The two governments began a nationwide search for a director to lead the authority, shortly after County Council legislation created it.

In GOP Governor Race, Schulz Campaign Calls Cox ‘Unstable' And ‘Unfit For Office'

The Schulz campaign's early reluctance to engage fully with the Frederick County delegate appeared designed to avoid alienating supporters.

Chrissy Carmody puts her mettle to the pedal for the RIDE TO END ALZ

Cyclist raises funds for Alzheimer's disease medical research

O'Malley Seeks To Capitalize On Report Indicating Brown May Have Used Federal Campaign Funds On AG Race

Brown launched his campaign for state attorney general in late October, hours after incumbent Brian E. Frosh (D) announced he would retire.

Political Notes: Schulz's Ad Blitz; W's Sister For Blair; Anniversary Of Kamenetz's Death; More

The Schulz campaign announced Monday that she is making “a high six-figure” ad buy in the Baltimore and Washington, D.C., media markets.

Changing Of The Guard: Horacio Tablada To Replace Grumbles As State Environment Chief

“Horacio Tablada has committed his career to serving the public and protecting the environment and public health,” Gov. Hogan Jr., said.

MD Hospital Safety Grades 2022: The Best And Worst

Safety grades by the health care watchdog group Leapfrog for 2022 show 7 MD hospitals earned an A, while 2 got a D during the pandemic.

Opinion: As It's Now Written, Thrive Montgomery 2050 Would Create More Poverty

I (Eneshal Miller) am writing to support the significance of engaging poor residents for low-income housing accessibility.

News Roundup: Democrats Press Again For Abortion Care Funding; Hogan Appoints New Utility Commissioner

The letter, signed by Del. Ariana Kelly (D-Montgomery) and 82 other Democratic legislators, is part of an effort to protect women's rights.

Baltimore Seeks Public Input In Redrawing Of Police Districts

Baltimore had a population of 585,708 at the 2020 decennial census, according to the United States Census Bureau.

Judge Steven Platt: Closing The Curtain On The Political Theater Of The Absurd

It concerns “late-breaking news” on CNN's “The Situation Room,” “breaking news” announced during the fourth hour of “Morning Joe," and Fox.

Women On The Ballot: Emerge Maryland Sees Jump In Candidates This Year

In 2018, 46 women who graduated from Emerge Maryland were on the ballot, and this election cycle, 63 graduates of the program filed to run.

Flood Warnings Posted After Heavy Rains: MD Weather

Much of Maryland saw 2 inches of rain, which has caused flooding in several counties. Rivers are expected to rise through Monday.

Josh Kurtz: Strolling Casually Into A Public Health Catastrophe

Yes, the leak of the draft decision to overturn Roe v. Wade will change the narrative about this year's election and re-order priorities.

Experts At Hopkins Symposium: Health Is Key To Political Participation

“Without being healthy in mind or physicality, there's not much you can do — that's the only way you can give your energy, time" -- Staton

Political Notes: More Environmental Endorsements In M. County; Details From A Gubernatorial Poll

The group cites, among other things, Elrich's opposition to the Intercounty Connector highway and his early advocacy for the Purple Line.

Mother's Day 2022 Restaurant Specials, Freebies In Maryland

Plan to wine and dine Mom on Mother's Day? Check out what MD restaurants are offering Sunday, May 8, for on-site dining and to-go deals.

Eta Aquariids Peak Over Maryland; Tau Herculids Next Up

The Eta Aquariid meteor shower is at its peak in the Maryland sky Friday. Here's when and where to find more celestial shows in May.

Maryland Democrats Pressure Hogan, Seek Political Advantage On Abortion

Just after Franchot hit "Send" on his letter to Hogan, The Washington Post reported that Hogan would not make available the $3.5 million.

An Estimated 85,000 Occupied Housing Units In Baltimore Have ‘Dangerous Lead Hazards,' Report Says

The Maryland Dept. of the Environment estimated that lead-based paint hazards accounted for 78 percent of all potential sources of lead.

Sheep And Solar Panels: Using Solar Sites For Pastureland

With many solar arrays ending up on farmland, a movement is fast taking hold to make sure they will benefit the environment.

Mizeur Releases Economic Plan For 1st District

Mizeur, who represented Montgomery County in the House of Delegates from 2007 to 2015, is seeking to challenge six-term U.S. Rep. Harris.

MD Weather: Rounds Of Rain Expected Mother's Day Weekend

Several inches of rain could soak Maryland over Mother's Day weekend and bring cooler than normal temperatures, forecasters say.