Biden Signs $1.2T Infrastructure Bill: ‘America Is Moving Again'

Money is headed for Maryland in the amount of $6.9 billion, for highways, internet service, water infrastructure, and airports.

Hogan Announces Initiatives To Combat Rising Anti-Asian Hate Crimes

Gov. Lawrence J. Hogan Jr. (R) announced Monday he will update hate and bias training for law enforcement officers.

Maryland scored an 87 out of 100 for financial transparency

New report released by Truth in Accounting

Trolls LIVE! Tour Coming to Baltimore

Poppy, Branch and All Their Trolls Friends Take Over the Hippodrome Theatre, April 23-24, 2022

Child Care Providers Still In ‘Survival Mode,' Parents Wait For Child Care Aid

There are 751 fewer child care providers in Maryland 18 months after the COVID-19 pandemic forced many to close or scale back.

Comment Period Extended After Environment Group Flags Errors On Highway Project

Federal and state officials overseeing a controversial highway project in Montgomery County extended a public comment period.

Former Delegate Eyeing District 4 Congressional Vacancy

Add former state Del. Angela M. Angel (D-Prince George's) to the list of Democrats eyeing a run for the newly vacant 4th District vacancy.

Jain: Crowd-Sourcing A Solution To An Existential Crisis

(Second in a series.)

Analysis: Legislature's Congressional Maps Offer Some Hints. But They Raise Lots Of Questions, Too.

The release of four “conceptual” maps by a legislative redistricting commission this week represents a significant milestone.

States, Cities Face Deadline For Proving How Quickly They've Helped Renters In Crisis

States, cities, counties that excelled at distributing emergency federal aid to renters struggling during the pandemic may soon be rewarded.

Del. Robbyn Lewis: Maryland Needs To Act Boldly On Climate Change

Regarding climate change, the author, a Democrat, says leaders understand the urgency "but have not mustered the necessary political will."

Howard County Residents Urge Legislative Redistricting Advisory Commission To Keep Current State Legislative Districts

Maryland's Legislative Redistricting Advisory Commission released several “concept” congressional boundaries this week.

Lawmakers Discuss Challenges Causing Bus Driver Shortage Across Maryland

Faced with a nationwide shortage, some county executives and school district leaders are pumping more money to increase drivers' wages.

Opinion: Visiting, Funding, And The Disconnect In Public Attitudes Toward Maryland State Parks

The authors, political science majors, note their concern over "growing maintenance issues" with Maryland's natural environment.

Gansler Says His Experience Makes Him Best-Equipped To Tackle Climate Change In Maryland

(First in a series)

The new frontier in dementia detection

Artificial intelligence and biomarkers can aid in early detection

Editor Who Penned ‘Vile' Columns Removed From Press Association's Hall Of Fame

Edward J. Clarke, the late editor and owner of a shuttered Eastern Shore newspaper, the Worcester Democrat, has been removed.

Governor Candidates Asked How They'd Support Maryland's Growing Latino Population

Latinx policymakers asked candidates to speak on how their plans on COVID-19, education, and the economy would support the Latino community.

Municipal Leaders Endorse Ivey's Bid For District 4 House Seat

Fifteen municipal leaders from Prince George's County endorsed Glenn F. Ivey's bid for Congress on Wednesday.

Legislative Redistricting Advisory Commission Releases Four ‘Concept' Congressional Maps For Public Comment

The Legislative Redistricting Advisory Commission released four draft concept congressional maps.

Opinion: The Military Believed Nature Could Heal. It's Time For Others To Follow

The author, a retired U.S. Navy captain, advocates care for veterans through nature and art, the report states.

Md. State Board Of Education Will Discuss School Mask Mandate On Tuesday

On Tuesday, the Maryland State Board of Education will hold a virtual meeting to reevaluate the emergency statewide school mask mandate.

Anderson-Walker Resigns From Prince George's Council To Focus On State Race; Burroughs Seeks Seat

This occurs less than two weeks after she was chosen to run for lieutenant governor alongside Comptroller Peter V.R. Franchot.

State Officials Say Maryland Will Not Lose Rent Relief Funding After Warning

State officials told lawmakers at a Tuesday meeting that Maryland isn't in danger of losing federal rent relief funding.

Purple Line Construction Should Fully Resume By Early 2022, Slater Says

Long-suffering communities along the partially built Purple Line will likely see construction fully resume by spring, Slater said.

In Gubernatorial Race, Baron Hopes Policy Background Will Appeal To Voters

Gubernatorial candidate and nonprofit executive Jon Baron is embarking on his first run for public office; he eyes evidence-based policies.

Jones Names Atterbeary House Ways And Means Chair, Announces Other Leadership Changes

Following a series of departures, House Speaker Adrienne A. Jones (D-Baltimore County) shook up committee leadership Tuesday.

Kalman Hettleman: Maryland Inexcusably Slams Shut The Gateway To Literacy

Education in the future will be at stake for students "poor and of color," the author, a former Baltimore City school board member, states.

Candidates, Slates Reshuffle In Changing Prince George's County District After Senator's Departure

The political fallout continues from former state Sen. Douglas J.J. Peters's decision earlier this year to resign.

Acting Wicomico County Executive John Psota Files For Election To Full Term

Acting County Executive John Psota -- chosen by the Wicomico County Council more than a year ago -- filed to run for the county's top job.

Baltimore's Chief Equity Officer Will Head Committee Studying Local Control Of City Police

Baltimore's Chief Equity Officer Dana P. Moore was elected as chair of the city's Local Control Advisory Board on Monday evening.

Frederick Sen. Ron Young Won't Seek Re-Election, Endorses Wife For Seat

Frederick Sen. Ron Young (D) announced over the weekend that he will retire at the end of his term.

Frank DeFilippo: The Changing Face Of Maryland Government

If there's a lesson for Maryland in last week's bittersweet humbling of Democrats, it's in the demographics, not the politics.

MoCo Sierra Club: Thrive 2050 Sets Stage For Smart Growth In County

The author discusses the changing demographics in Montgomery County over the past 10 years, also noting how it has improved diversity.

Catherine Curran O'Malley Opens Fundraising Committee

Former Baltimore City District Court Judge and Maryland first lady Catherine “Katie” Curran O'Malley recently retired from the bench.

Waste Warriors: Student Coalition Awarded $48,000 To Re-Imagine School Food Trash

As international leaders remain engaged in climate talks, 5 Montgomery County students from high schools are putting their heads together.

Five Sportsbook Operators Are Cleared To Operate In Md. Casinos… Someday

Maryland's Lottery and Gaming Control Commission approved 5 firms that a handful of casinos hope will one day operate onsite sportsbooks.

Opinion: Does The AARP Think You're Too Dumb To Shop For Electricity?

The author, a national retail energy spokesman, says he believes "The AARP is selling the Maryland consumer short."

Biden Expected At Port Of Baltimore This Week

President Biden is expected to come to the Port of Baltimore to talk how the recently passed $1.2 trillion bipartisan deal aids Americans.

Hogan Denies Former Aide's Claim That He Approved Hefty Severance

Hogan and McGrath, the report indicates, are appearing to go back-and-forth on controversial text messages and a memo.