Business Group Knocks Accelerated Minimum Wage Proposal, While Democrats Urge Continued Unemployment Benefits

A Maryland business group recently panned a proposal to accelerate the state's increase to a $15 minimum wage.

Redistricting Commission Should Hold Separate Public Hearing For Baltimore, Advocates Say

Fair elections advocates are calling on the Maryland Citizens Redistricting Commission to hold a public hearing solely for Baltimore City.

Democrats Slam Hogan's Decision To End Expanded Unemployment Benefits, Look To Block Action

Alarmed at the prospect needy families will be hurt by his decision to end supplemental benefits, Democrats seek to block the action.

New Law Will Close ‘Loophole' In Appeals Of Autopsy Findings

Rev. Marguerite Morris fought for her daughter, Katherine Sarah Morris, for nearly a decade.

Fair Housing Advocates Urge Hogan To Fund Access To Counsel For Tenants In Eviction Cases

Legislation providing low-income tenants access to legal representation in eviction cases became law without a signature, but is unfunded.

Susan Turnbull: My LG Candidacy Was Far From ‘Conventional'

Turnbull, the author, reflects on a career in politics while pondering the "conventional" tag.

Montgomery County Councilman Hans Riemer Announces Run For County Executive

Montgomery County Councilman Hans Riemer (D) announced his plans to run for county executive Tuesday, framing himself as more progressive.

Opinion: With The Right Reforms, Baltimore Can Break With Its Troubled Past

Baltimore is a charming city with a proud past; Fort McHenry, the city's railroad network being pivotal to the nation's victories.

Two Nonprofits That Track Money In Politics Are Merging

They are the Center for Responsive Politics and the National Institute on Money, long relied upon by watchdogs and journalists.

Winds Of Change: Source Of Power And Struggle

(Editor's Note: This story is the first in a new Maryland Matters series, Climate Calling. More about the series may be learned online.)

Hogan Joins GOP Governors In Ending Supplemental Unemployment Aid

Maryland will join 24 other Republican-led states whose governors have decided to end enhanced unemployment benefits, Hogan announced.

Howard County Executive Calvin Ball Seeks Reelection

Howard County Executive Calvin B. Ball III (D) launched his 2022 reelection campaign Tuesday.

Congressional LGBTQ Equality Caucus Backs Mizeur For Maryland House Seat

Equality PAC, the political arm of the Congressional LGBTQ Equality Caucus, announced Tuesday it is endorsing Mizeur.

Hogan Vetoes Target Transit Spending, Collective Bargaining, COVID Oversight And More

Hogan Jr. (R) vetoed several more pieces of legislation, targeting bills that would have expanded workers' rights, among others.

Frank DeFilippo: Pas De Deux? Baltimore Punks New York, Gets Even For Moses' ‘Road To Nowhere'

Part Two: It took several years, but Baltimore stumbled into a way, purely by circumstance, to get even with New York.

Josh Kurtz: The Paradox Of Finding A Candidate For Lt. Governor

State Sen. Cheryl C. Kagan (D-Montgomery) publicly attacked Comptroller Franchot (D) about the state's 911 emergency system recently.

Opinion: Tide Is Changing For Oysters In The Chesapeake Bay

The oyster population in the Chesapeake Bay is a contentious issue right now. Everybody is concerned with the direction oysters are taking.

Health Department Urges Vaccination For Vulnerable Populations; Community Leaders Call For More Resources

“Our message today is that the vaccines are the best shot that we have at ending the pandemic,” said Baltimore City NAACP President Little.

Maryland Board Of Education Names Mohammed Choudhury As Incoming State Superintendent

The board voted unanimously to approve Mohammed Choudhury to replace Karen B. Salmon as state supt. of schools.

Report: Maryland Teacher Recertification Process Should Be Reformed

“There is no attempt to make connections between this data and demonstrated growth in teacher practice," according to a study.

Cardin, Van Hollen Co-Sponsor Legislation To Place Additional Safeguards On Census Changes

U.S. Senators Benjamin L. Cardin (D-Md.) and Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) have signed on to legislation meant to shore up the Census.

Perez To Become A Partner At Venable But That Won't Affect His '22 Deliberations

Former Democratic National Committee chairman Perez "will only be working at Venable part-time," the report indicates.

Opinion: Ending Single-Family Detached Zoning Benefits Everyone

Policymakers across the country are considering large- and small-scale revisions to single-family detached zoning regulations.

State School Board Discusses Fully Reopening In Fall, Tutoring Opportunities In Summer

It occurs a month after the board passed a resolution directing all schools to return to in-person learning for a full 180-day school year.

Frosh Issues Guidance For Tenants Facing Eviction

Maryland courts are working through a backlog of eviction cases filed throughout the pandemic.

Opinion: Maryland's Leadership On Police Reform Is An Important First Step

"I have seen the devastating consequences of our country’s failure to address core questions of law enforcement legitimacy" -- Katz

Hogan Vetoes Immigration, Parole Reform Bills

Gov. Lawrence J. Hogan Jr. (R) vetoed four bills on Wednesday, including a measure he called “sanctuary state” legislation.

Harden Rolls Out Endorsements From Former Diplomats, National Security Officials In 1st District Race

R. David Harden, one of the Democrats aiming to unseat U.S. Rep. Andrew P. Harris (R) in 2022, rolled out a slew of endorsements.

Black Caucus Chair: Sports Betting In Maryland An Opportunity To Promote Equity, Right Wrongs

“Those who ignore history are doomed to repeat it.” This past legislative session, the Maryland General Assembly indeed made history.

Brooks Makes Montgomery County Council Bid Official

Progressive community organizer Brandy Brooks made her bid for an at-large seat on the Montgomery County Council official Tuesday.

A Year After George Floyd's Death, Biden Urges Congress To Act, And Maryland Lawmakers Reflect On State Reforms

Meanwhile in Maryland, it was labeled as "a session of reform" with regard to the myriad police reform bills that were passed.

Gansler Launches Gubernatorial Campaign With Call To Legalize Marijuana

Former state Attorney General Douglas F. Gansler (D) launched a second bid for governor with an embrace of “progressive” policies.

Here's The Full List Of Transportation Earmarks Sought By Maryland Representatives

Earmarks are back in Congress — with more rules.

Best State For Millennials? We're No. 35!

It isn't every day that this baby boomer thinks about which state is best for millennials — even with a couple in his immediate family.

$25K Win From $100 Bet at Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races

Man wins big from PGA Championship bet on Phil Mickelson

Hoyer, Prince George's County Elected Officials Endorse Lierman For Comptroller

Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (D) and several other elected officials from Prince George's County endorsed the Democrat Lierman.

Maryland Transit Chief Looking Forward To New Gig In Vancouver

Maryland Transit Administrator Kevin Quinn said he fell in love with Vancouver a couple of years ago when he attended a conference there.

Frank DeFilippo: America Built Thousands Of Miles Of Roads To Nowhere To Move Edsels, DeSotos, Studebakers And Packards

The author states Baltimore is a city certainly not alone in dealing with proposed federally-funded projects that are stalled.

Opinion: A Road Map To Combating Overdose Deaths

Misunderstandings about drug use and addiction run rampant, undermining the ability to reverse soaring overdose fatalities.

Montgomery County Delegation Re-Elects Leadership

The Montgomery County delegation in the House of Delegates has re-elected its leadership for another year.