Environmental Justice On The Patuxent: River Communities Fight Industrial Pollution

A tall poplar shades the front drive of Fred Tutman's farm, land that has been in his family for generations.

Opinion: Maryland's Learners Need Closure Of Digital Divide

Maryland is ranked third in the nation for best broadband access, with an impressive 86 percent of households subscribed to the Internet.

Comptroller Sets Up Workgroup To Track State, Federal COVID Spending

Comptroller Franchot (D) announced he is creating a panel to conduct a comprehensive review of state and federal COVID-19-related spending.

Maryland Lawmakers On Chauvin Murder Conviction: ‘We Still Have So Much Work To Do'

House Judiciary Committee Vice Chair Atterbeary called Floyd's murder "the beginning of our legislative movement."

Maryland Expands No-Appointment Vaccine Access

Are you the spontaneous type? If you are, you're in luck, not being tied to an appointment.

Josh Kurtz: ‘You Could Call It A Miracle Session,' Speaker Jones Says

House Speaker Adrienne A. Jones (D-Baltimore County) was in her Annapolis office the other day, enjoying the solitude.

Third Bay Bridge Span Proposal Should Be Put ‘On Hold': Pittman

Drivers traveling eastbound through Anne Arundel County toward the Bay Bridge have faced backups. One leader says a 3rd span isn't needed.

Hogan, Franchot Clash Over Emergency $25 Million COVID Contract

Comptroller Peter V.R. Franchot (D) urged the state to stop using emergency contracts for some COVID response efforts.

Anton Black's Family Raps Frosh For Celebrating Chauvin's Conviction

The report says there are "implications" Frosh may believe Black's death was an accident rather than a homicide; his family seeks answers.

Vote On Capital Beltway Widening Plan Delayed

Gov. Larry Hogan's plan to widen the Capital Betway and Interstate 270 is again under contention. This time, a losing bidder delayed a vote.

Ferguson: Stalled County Election Reform Bill Likely To Get Senate Vote In 2022

Maryland lawmakers considered but failed to embrace legislation that would have prohibited a local election practice.

Second In Command At Natural Resources Police Charged With Drunk Driving, Hit-And-Run

The deputy supt. of the Natural Resources Police force resigned following his arrest on hit-and-run and drunk driving charges, police said.

Opinion: Building An Infrastructure For Alzheimer's

The 2021 Maryland General Assembly contained important legislation for Maryland's seniors, including the 110,000 affected by Alzheimer's.

House-Senate Divisions Killed Climate Bill, But It Should Have A Second Life In 2022

In a legislative session dominated by coronavirus relief and confronting systemic inequities, General Assembly Democrats splintered.

State Health Department Hires Adviser To Focus On Vaccination Of Underserved Prince George's Residents

The Maryland Department of Health has hired an adviser to support efforts in vaccinating vulnerable and underserved communities.

John King, Former U.S. Secretary Of Education, Announces Gubernatorial Bid

John B. King Jr. (D), the former U.S. secretary of Education under President Obama, announced his 2022 gubernatorial bid Tuesday.

Councilman: Session Delivers Long-Awaited Update To Prince George's 50-Yr.-Old Zoning Law

The historic 2021 Maryland General Assembly session has just adjourned, with significant measures passed during the deliberations.

Chesapeake Bay, Southern Maryland Could See New Federal Park, Heritage Designations

These are efforts to protect the nation's largest estuary; the proposals have been mulled for years, the report states.

Executive Director Of Maryland Legal Services Announces Retirement

The executive director of the Maryland Legal Services Corporation announced her retirement from the agency Monday.

Transportation Authority Customer Service To Go Offline Today

Motorists using toll facilities won't be able to reach the Maryland Transportation Authority's customer service department beginning today.

Frank DeFilippo: In Lead-Up To Campaigns For Governor, Candidates Galore Diddle And Dawdle

Eliot's April is the cruelest month for Maryland voters. Politicians think about, ponder, pander, ruminate, consider and mull.

Gardiner Named Strong Schools Chief; Francaviglia Shifts To Lierman Campaign

The advocacy group Strong Schools Maryland announced Monday Shamoyia Gardiner as the organization's new executive director.

Jewish Lawmakers Upbraid Colleague, But Their Letter Goes Unanswered

The lawmakers called Cox’s remarks “deeply hurtful to our community, as well as to all of those who are familiar with the. . . .Holocaust."

General Assembly 2021: Winners And Losers

During the 90 days the General Assembly was in session, we ran out of ways to say what an unusual, challenging and hard session it was.

Advisory Panel Recommends Steady State Property Tax Rate

An advisory board recommended Monday that the state keep its property tax rate steady for the 15th straight year.

Volunteerism Is A Way Of Life For Maryland's Rob Willis

Young Marines names top volunteer in six states, Rob Willis with Southern Maryland Young Marines in Lexington Park.

New Grant Program Will Reduce Health Care Inequality, Advocates Say

Health advocates said recently that legislation approved by the General Assembly this year will reduce health care disparities.

Legislative Women's Caucus Of Maryland Elects New Officers

The Women's Caucus of the Maryland General Assembly elected new officers before the legislature adjourned last week.

Hogan's Redistricting Commission Announces Members

Gov. Lawrence J. Hogan Jr.'s redistricting commission is tasked with making recommendations on congressional and legislative maps.

Mizeur Collects $350K For Congressional Bid; Aruna Miller Raising Money For Possible House Run

Mizeur's decision to challenge Republican Harris has excited party activists and progressives; she has raised over $350,000 in two months.

Opinion: Increasing Supply Key To Solving The Housing Crisis

Does market rate housing do anything for affordable housing? Nothing? Therein lies the myth.

Controversial Maryland Former Medical Examiner Appears As Witness In Chauvin Trial

Maryland's former Chief Medical Examiner Dr. David Fowler testified as a defense witness during Chauvin's murder trial.

Chamber Of Commerce Leader To Seek Montgomery Council Seat

Marilyn Balcombe ran one of the most consequential unsuccessful campaigns in the 30-plus candidate Democratic primary field in 2018.

Maryland Commerce Secretary Kelly Schulz Announces Gubernatorial Bid

Maryland Commerce Secretary Kelly M. Schulz announced Wednesday that she's running for governor in 2022.

Schulz Wastes No Time After Rutherford Bows Out; Glassman Expected To Run For Comptroller

This occurred hours after the news hit that Lt. Gov. Boyd K. Rutherford (R) will not run for governor in 2022.

Opinion: The House Is Listening To The Wrong People For Climate Solutions

It is a sad time in Maryland, as the major climate bill of the 2021 General Assembly session failed to pass.

Acknowledging ‘Uphill Climb,' Glassman Launches Campaign For Comptroller

He stood in front of the fire house where he served as a volunteer EMT — the spot from which he has launched all his campaigns.

Bonner Looks To Challenge Republican West In 42nd

There may be "just a handful" of competitive races, the report indicates.

Opinion: Why Maryland Legislators Shouldn't Listen To The Sierra Club On Transportation

In a recent guest commentary, the Maryland Sierra Club shows once again how little they understand regional transportation issues.

Is The Legislature Becoming Too Much Like Congress?

The idea the State House is becoming an increasingly partisan place is "an inescapable conclusion," according to the report.