Acting Director Takes Over As Head Of State's Opioid Command Center

The acting director of Maryland's Opioid Operational Command Center will take over as executive director full-time, Hogan announced.

Maryland Board Of Education Reviews Plan To Spend $2B In Stimulus Funds, Bids Farewell To Salmon

The State Board of Education reviewed on Tuesday Maryland's 100-page plan for spending nearly $2 billion in coronavirus emergency funding.

Former Labor Secretary, DNC Chairman Tom Perez To Launch Gubernatorial Bid

Tom Perez, a former member of the Obama cabinet who also served in Annapolis and in local government, launched his campaign for governor.

Mireku-North Launches Challenge To Montgomery County State's Attorney

Bernice Mireku-North (D), a Silver Spring attorney and criminal justice reformer, formally launched her bid to unseat McCarthy.

Former Senate Budget Chair Barbara Hoffman Remembered As A Trailblazer, Passionate Defender Of Baltimore

Hoffman's diminutive stature belied her status as a political trailblazer and legislative powerhouse. She was 81.

Opinion: A Development Plan That Never Belonged

The author offers detailed opinions on the controversial Takoma Junction development project, and its possible fate.

Pittman To Alden: ‘We're Not Ready To Give Up,' Eschewing His Usual Opening Topic

Other than the pandemic, county executive Pittman (D) first talked about a recent newspaper acquisition and its possible impact.

Legislative Hearing On I-495/I-270 Contract Set; Losing Bidder Hires Notable Expert

Two legislative subcommittees will hold a joint hearing to review a Maryland Dept. of Transportation contract for “predevelopment" work.

Power Of The Pulpit: Maryland Religious Groups Addressing Climate Change

The words “blessed,” “thankful” and “grateful” are stenciled in red on the steps leading to the Greater Mt. Nebo AME Church in Bowie.

MDOT: Vote To Remove Highway Widening Possibly Jeopardizes Other Transportation Projects

An official warned leaders in the D.C. region that a recent vote against the controversial project imperils other road and transit projects.

Steny Hoyer: Struggling Families Will See Enormous Benefits From New Child Tax Credit

The Child Tax Credit, expanded through President Biden's American Rescue Plan, would greatly aid those families in need, Hoyer says.

Colorado Creates Maryland-Style Prescription Drug Price Containment Board, As Other States Consider Action

Colo., became the third state in the nation to create such a panel, following consultation with the Maryland Citizens Health Initiative.

Frank DeFilippo: Catholic Prelates Engage In Toxic Mix Of Religion And Politics Over Communion

The Roman Catholic Church is the world's largest precinct organization; the oldest Christian religion has 1.33 billion constituents.

MTA To Return To Full MARC And Commuter Bus Service In Late Summer

The state's MARC Rail and Commuter Bus lines will return to full service on August 30, the Maryland Transit Administration announced.

Jon Baron Launches Gubernatorial Bid

Jon Baron, a nonprofit executive who worked on Capitol Hill for years, officially launched his 2022 gubernatorial campaign Monday.

Public Defender: Ocean City Police Department Should Require Body-Worn Cameras

The call was issued for the body-worn cameras following videos showing police using force on black teenagers, the report states.

Lawmakers Recognize The Enactment Of A Bill Named In Memory Of Raskin's Son

Lawmakers crossed the aisle and shared emotional embraces, commemorating the enactment of a mental health bill named in son Tommy's memory.

State Seeks Dismissal Of Case Challenging First-Of-A-Kind Digital Ad Tax

A lawsuit seeking to block Maryland's first-of-its-kind tax on social media digital advertising revenue should be dismissed -- AG's office

Report Finds Maryland Ranks 24th State In The Nation For Child Well-Being

A report released Monday found that Maryland has declined in its overall rating for child well-being, ranking 24th of 50 states.

The Pandemic Inspired Passage Of Unionization Bills, But Vetoes Mean Fight Continues

After eight years, an effort to expand collective bargaining rights to all employees at Maryland's 16 community colleges finally made it.

Face-To-Face Fundraising Returns, With A Heavy Dose Of Democratic Gubernatorial Campaigning

One of the consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic has been the absence of large-scale political events in Maryland for a year and a half.

Happy Father's Day To Keith Alston

Across Maryland Patch is celebrating Father's Day 2021 by sharing father-daughter or father-son photos and messages of love.

Franchot Taps MACo Staffer To Head Intergovernmental Affairs Office

Comptroller Franchot (D) has tapped Alex Butler for the post, most recently a policy staffer at the Maryland Association of Counties.

Board Of Public Works Approves Nearly $200 Million For Additional Purple Line Oversight

The Maryland Department of Transportation continues to grapple with the abrupt departure of the Purple Line's prime subcontractor last year.

Civil Rights Leaders Increase Pressure On Ocean City Officials At State House Rally

Maryland civil rights leaders ratcheted up pressure on Ocean City officials this week, threatening legal action and an economic boycott.

Hogan's Federal Relations Chief Leaving For National Governors Association

Gov. Lawrence J. Hogan Jr.'s director of federal relations is leaving state government to work for the National Governors Association.

Backers Of Hogan Highway Plan Scramble To Get Project Back On Track

This is after a panel dealt a major blow to the planned widening of two interstate highways that run through Montgomery County.

As End Of Eviction Protections Loom, Housing Advocates Urge Changes To Court Procedures

State and federal eviction protections will soon expire in Maryland, and fair housing advocates say many tenants could lose their homes.

Opinion: If Society Values Redemption, Then Changes To Sentencing Rule Are Necessary

Opportunity for parole should be based on two factors: meeting terms of punishment and rehabilitation.

Hogan Announces End Of COVID-19 State Of Emergency In Maryland

Gov. Lawrence J. Hogan Jr. (R) announced the forthcoming end of the Maryland public health emergency on Tuesday.

Advocates Continue Efforts To Close Vaccine Gap For Latino Communities

Last May, the University of Maryland's Center for Vaccine Development and Global Health started clinical trials to test vaccine candidates.

Maryland Retailers Chief Running For Anne Arundel Council As Republican

Cailey Locklair, president of the Maryland Retailers Association and affiliated groups, celebrated her birthday by announcing her candidacy.

Election Reforms Will Make Voting More Accessible In Maryland, Advocates Say

Election reform had momentum heading into Maryland's 2021 legislative session after voters overwhelmingly embraced absentee ballots.

“Sports Betting 101” Event Draws Full House Of Would-Be Bookmakers

Three years ago, the Supreme Court cleared the way for states to legalize sports betting.

Plan To Widen Beltway And Interstate 270 Suffers Major Defeat In Key Vote

A regional transportation panel dealt a potentially crippling blow to one of the Hogan administration's top priorities.

Josh Kurtz: Political Potpourri

The author shares thoughts, views, facts on Maryland's political scene.

Opinion: District 18 Constituents Question Senator's Priorities On Police Reform, Other Measures

One of the key responsibilities of elected officials is to safeguard those who are most vulnerable.

Report: Congressional Ethics Office Investigating Alex Mooney, Republican And Former Representative Of 2 Md., Counties

The Office of Congressional Ethics (OCE) is investigating Mooney (R) for possible campaign finance violations.

In The Democratic Primary For Governor, Candidates Race To Claim $1M Raised

Wes Moore on Tuesday became the second Democratic candidate for governor this week to claim raising $1 million since joining the race.

Md., Coal-Fired Power Plant Will Retire Five Years Early — Before Worker Retraining Kicks In

The operator of the second largest coal-fired power plant in Maryland announced that the plant will retire next year.