The county budget for fiscal year 2027 was unanimously approved by councilmembers on Thursday, including record funding for schools.
As the primary election draws near, stay up to date on everything you need to know with Patch's 2026 voter guide.
Joe Toolan breaks down his campaign for the 6th District seat on the County Council.
Sean David White tells Patch that his blue-collar background is what sets him apart in the 6th District race.
Katie McDermott says she learned a lot from her City Council bid in 2025. Now, she's bringing that knowledge to the 6th District race.
Kyle Nembhard, who was running to serve as county executive, has dropped out of the primary election.
Multiple new laws set to impact Marylanders will go into effect on July 1. Here's what you can expect.
Advocates Join Governor Moore As Measure is Signed Into Law
A development suspension in place since March was lifted Wednesday after officials were able to fast-track a temporary fix.
Gavin Buckley, the former Annapolis mayor running for the 6th District Council seat, has qualified for public financing.
The county made big wins at this year's Maryland Recreation and Parks Association Annual Conference. Here's what the community won.
The Anne Arundel County Board of Elections is putting out an alert for individuals looking to serve as Republican election judges.
The current councilman for Anne Arundel County’s 1st District said he plans to walk 18 hours to highlight the county's communities.
The former Annapolis police chief is weighing possible litigation against the city, according to a report.
Established campaign treasurer James Appel was named in an indictment alleging he stole $200,000 from a politician and a community group.
The Annapolis City Council imposed a one-year moratorium on new licenses for short-term rentals that are not owner-occupied.
With submissions closed, Patch has compiled a list of the Annapolis contenders vying for a county seat in the June primary.
The proposed budget would cut $155 million from the Behavioral Health Administration.
The final Senate vote could happen this week; House leaders are waiting to see what comes out of the Senate before acting.
Development projects have been temporarily suspended in parts of Anne Arundel Co. after its sewage system hit max capacity.
The Court let stand a ruling that said the state is justified in banning gun possession by those sentenced to two years or more in prison.
The bills target the federal government’s mass immigration enforcement policies by challenging detention centers and civil rights violations
The upcoming town halls are scheduled for March and April in Annapolis' 1st, 3rd and 5th Wards.
In a 6-3 vote on Friday, the U.S. Supreme Court justices said the president violated federal law by imposing sweeping tariffs worldwide.
After an unusually brutal winter season, Maryland's Department of Natural Resources announced it's extending oyster season for watermen.
Anne Arundel Co. is one step closer to the possibility of tiny home living after lawmakers advanced legislation for their development.
Sheriffs have 90 days to get out of so-called ‘287(g)' agreements with ICE; consider suing to overturn the new law.
Human Services Secretary Rafael López is stepping down from his post effective Feb. 23 due to health issues, the Moore administration said.
The new MD law highlights the extent to which Democratic-led states are pushing back against President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown.
The bill comes after Maryland failed to issue a general permit on time.
Months after leaving the Annapolis mayoral office, Gavin Buckley is throwing his hat into the race for the county's District 6 seat.
The Buddhist monks walking for peace will be trekking into Annapolis this week. Here's where you can spot them.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore says he was uninvited by President Donald Trump to the White House sessions of the National Governors Association.
Gov. Wes Moore (D) is having to defend his comments last week about the history and meaning of the Maryland flag.
Former Annapolis Police Chief Edward Jackson says his Monday firing was caused by his refusal to settle a lawsuit, according to a report.
Annapolis Mayor Jared Littmann said he removed Police Chief Edward Jackson due to "differing approaches to management."
Maryland federal Judge Paula Xinis says she will rule by Feb. 12 whether the removal order granted a year ago was a final one.
In 2025, Maryland lost nearly 25,000 federal jobs, the most of any state in the nation, new data shows. Gov. Moore blames President Trump.
From cancer screening for firefighters to protections for homeowners, these laws affecting Marylanders go into effect on Jan. 1, 2026.
New House Speaker Joseline Peña-Melnyk unveiled an overhauled leadership team and committee structure Monday.