Maryland Lawmakers, Bay Advocates React To Late-Night Passage Of $1.2 Trillion U.S. Infrastructure Bill

Maryland Congressional Democrats called the bill's passage an "historic investment" in the nation's physical infrastructure.

Hogan Commission Produces Congressional Map; It's Not Likely To Live Long

Gov. Lawrence J. Hogan Jr. formally accepted the congressional and legislative maps drawn by his redistricting commission.

Hoyer Endorses Protégé Jazz Lewis For 4th District Congressional Seat

U.S. House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (D-Md.) endorsed Del. Lewis (D-Prince George's) for the open 4th congressional district seat.

Tickets for Pretty Woman: The Musical On Sale Now

Hippodrome Theatre engagement to run April 5-10, 2022

Democratic Race For Governor Hits Airwaves, With Two Candidates Running Spots

The 2022 Democratic race for governor hit the airwaves Thursday, with two candidates beginning to air spots.

Hogan Makes Recent Delegate Nominations Official

Two new lawmakers will be sworn in to the House of Delegates soon.

Md.'S Deputy Comptroller Is Departing; Revenue Estimates Chief To Take Over

Maryland's deputy comptroller, Sharonne R. Bonardi, is leaving at the end of the year.

Opinion: Put Food On Maryland's Political Agenda

"Food may be the single most potent lever to improve human health, ecosystem resilience and climate stability," the author states.

Baltimore Judge Dismisses Remaining Claims In Unemployment Lawsuit

A Baltimore judge has dismissed the remaining claims in a case that challenged Maryland's unemployment benefits payment policies.

Sports Wagering Inaction Could ‘Kill' The Industry In Maryland, Hogan Warns

A commission that was expected to approve sportsbook applications from five Maryland casinos declined to take action Wednesday.

Opinion: More Than 500 State Legislators In 47 States Agree: We Should Strengthen Our National Climate Commitments

The authors, members of the Maryland House of Delegates, call this "a critical week for our future."

Climate Proposal Aims To Reduce Stormwater Pollution From Military Bases — Especially Around Chesapeake Bay

Lawmakers from Chesapeake Bay states are looking to attach a climate-related provision to the must-pass annual defense bill.

Candidate's Economic Plan Aims To Help Marylanders ‘Unlock Their Superpowers'

In the corporate world, the term “turnaround artist” has mixed connotations.

Sen. Waldstreicher Gets Democratic Primary Challenge From The Left

An organizer and activist, Socol was spurred to action by the killing of a Black man by a Montgomery County police officer, the report says.

Get Your Md. Municipal Election Results Here!

(Editor's Note: This story was updated to include results from an initial mail-in ballot canvass in Annapolis on Wednesday.)

Maryland Health Providers Can Now Offer COVID-19 Vaccines To Younger Children

Maryland officials authorized providers across the state to begin scheduling appointments to make the vaccine available for the children.

House GOP Adds Trone To 2022 Target List

The National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) added Rep. David J. Trone (D-Md.) to its 2022 target list Wednesday.

‘Less Than Three Fancy Coffee Drinks': New Program Offers Low-Cost Health Insurance To Young Adults

Young adults in Maryland can enroll in a health insurance program through the state's public health benefits exchange.

Legislative Leaders Name Members To Committee That Will Vet Treasurer Applicants

The process to select a new state treasurer is under way.

Adams Highlights Business Experience, Pushes Procurement Reforms In Comptroller Race

Democratic comptroller candidate and Bowie Mayor Timothy J. Adams is making procurement reform and closing Maryland's racial wealth divide.

‘A Moment Of Incredible Opportunity': Dem Candidates For Governor Talk Climate

Days after some of the worst coastal flooding in Maryland history, six of the nine Democratic candidates met for a virtual forum.

Dayvon Love: Is It Real? The State Of Racial Justice In Maryland Politics

The condition of Blacks in Maryland "is best understood as an internal colony of American imperialism," the author states.

Del. Dumais Appointed Montgomery County Judge By Gov. Hogan

Change continues apace in the House of Delegates, after a committee leader was appointed to the Montgomery County Circuit Court bench.

Governor's Salary Commission Mulls Pay Increases For Top State Positions

Members of the Governor's Salary Commission weighed bringing the salaries of several closer to the amount paid to members of Congress.

Baltimore County Plants Trees In Neighborhoods That Fall Short In “Tree Equity”

Standing outside a home with a planted redbud in the front lawn, Baltimore County Executive Olszewski announced the program.

Hogan Administration Officials Diverge On Building Decarbonization Plan

The head of the Maryland Energy Administration tried to block a provision under consideration by the state's Climate Change Commission.

African American Forum to provide Alzheimer's information

The virtual forum connects people living with dementia and their caregivers with information and resources

Wild And Wonderful West…ern Maryland? Some Counties Prefer To Secede, Lawmakers Say

Lawmakers from Maryland's westernmost legislative district have written the West Virginia Legislature seeking to join that body.

State Employees Call On Hogan For Budget Surplus Money: ‘Who Does The Work?'

Unionized state employees gathered to demand that Gov. Hogan Jr. (R) invest this surplus in underfunded and understaffed state agencies.

Anti-Gerrymandering Group With Ties To Hogan Requests Legislative Redistricting Commission Records

Fair Maps Maryland is a group formed by former lawmakers to support maps proposed by the Maryland Citizens Redistricting Commission.

Brian Frosh Won't Seek Re-Election As Attorney General

Frosh made the announcement Thursday that he will not seek re-election to a third term, capping off a 35-year political career.

Rep. Trone: 5G Is Key To Job Creation And Bridging The Digital Divide In Maryland

From the pandemic's devastation, the author, Trone, a Democrat in the U.S House, says, "We can build back, and build back better."

Seizing On MDOT's Own Analysis, Toll Lane Foes Urge Feds To Reject Project Study

Opponents are urging the Federal Highway Administration to retract an analysis of the Capital Beltway proposal, the report indicates.

Hogan ‘Pouring Gasoline' On A Fire To Bolster His White House Hopes, Franchot Says

Comptroller Franchot (D) accused Gov. Lawrence J. Hogan Jr. (R) of using false and divisive rhetoric about law enforcement funding.

Josh Kurtz: Read The Man Who Is Writing Hogan's Redistricting Plans

What do disability rights, labor law, flirting and tort reform have to do with congressional and legislative redistricting?

Van Hollen Seeks To Expand Maryland's Check-The-Box Insurance Enrollment Nationwide

U.S. Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D) announced Tuesday that he is seeking to expand access to health insurance to millions of Americans.

Del. Dereck E. Davis Confirms He's Running For State Treasurer

Del. Davis (D-Prince George's) confirmed what has been rumored for many weeks: He's interested in becoming the next state treasurer.

Report: Big Money Dominated 2020 Baltimore City Mayoral Election

Baltimore's 2020 mayoral election was significantly impacted by the presence of big money, and out-of-state donors flooded campaign coffers.

Opinion: Legislature Should Support Cannabis Licensing Process That Prioritizes Minority Business Owners

The authors say "Maryland is on the precipice of a decision that could have a lasting impact on minority entrepreneurs."

Maryland Citizens Redistricting Commission Delegate Map Available For Public Comment

The Maryland Citizens Redistricting Commission released a draft delegate district map with both single- and multi-member districts.