Goucher Poll: Most Marylanders OK with Legalizing Marijuana

A new poll says most residents support legalizing small amounts of pot, and the punishment for possession should not be time in jail.

Put Down the Pizza: Does Your Favorite Food Have Trans Fat?

The Food and Drug Administration wants to remove artificially manufactured fats from ingredients’ lists. Trans fats are found in some baked goods, frozen pizza and coffee creamers.

Maryland Keeps No. 9 Ranking Nationally in Energy Efficiency Efforts

Maryland holds steady in a new energy scorecard. A state group says more must be done to improve Maryland's standing.

Maryland Governments Risk Millions in Fines Over Rain Tax

State agencies are warning the state’s 10 largest jurisdiction to implement stormwater fees or face fines of $10,000 a day.

Moment of Silence Friday at BWI and Airports Nationwide

TSA employees will honor the one among them who was killed in a shooting rampage in Los Angeles.

Virginia 2013 Governor Race: Democrat Terry McAuliffe Wins

It's a rare political moment with Democrats in power in the neighboring Commonwealth of Virginia.

Maryland Health Advocates Push for Higher Cigarette Tax

Top Maryland health advocates are suggesting a $1 per pack tax increase.

'Devastating' Food Stamp Cuts Go Into Effect in Maryland

Maryland had the third highest increase in food stamp participation from June 2012 to June 2013.

FAA Allows Most Electronic Devices Throughout Flights

Poll: Taxes, Corruption Replace Economy as County's Biggest Problems

The survey's results could be evidence of declining sense of trust and return on investment from government in Anne Arundel County, according to a report.

Maryland To Receive More Aid for Superstorm Sandy Relief

One year later, the state receives $19 million in aid to help the hardest-hit communities.

County Exec Named 1 of 6 'Women to Watch' by Washingtonian Mag

Laura Neuman has been in office for under a year, but landed a top spot in a magazine's 'Women to Watch' feature.

Scientists Deal with Shutdown Fallout, Fear for Future of Research

“You can’t just turn science on and off like a switch,” said Joanne Carney, director of the American Association for the Advancement of Science’s Office of Government Relations.

Patchwork of State Marriage Laws Puts Maryland Same-Sex Couples at Risk

Data Shows Maryland Communities Becoming More Politically Polarized

Republicans have strongholds where Democrats used to reign and vice versa, according to figures from the Sunlight Foundation.

Maryland Obamacare Website Improving But Not There Yet

Have you tried to log on? So far, 2,400 households have reportedly enrolled.

Democrats in Gubernatorial Race Address Achievement Gap

Candidates tout plans to expand pre-K programs for children in Maryland.

Back to Work: Government Shutdown is Over

Congress votes to reopen government, raise the debt ceiling.

Supreme Court Lets Restrictive Maryland Gun Law Stand

An appeals court earlier ruled Maryland’s rules do not infringe Second Amendment rights.

Gay Couples Flock to Anne Arundel County to Marry Legally

More than half of all marriage licenses issued to same sex couples in Anne Arundel County were to out-of-state couples.

Gansler to Announce Lieutenant Governor Choice

The Washington Post reports he has selected Del. Jolene Ivey of Prince George’s County.

Which Maryland Lawmakers Will Keep, Donate Paychecks During Shutdown

Interactive graphic shows how Maryland lawmakers are handling their salaries.

Have You Seen the New $100 Bill?

The new c-note has a number of security features to reduce the chances of counterfeiting.

County Council Clucks Over Chicken Laws

One county councilman wants to loosen laws on backyard chicken raising.

Poll: Marylanders Support Marijuana Legalization

Over two-thirds of Marylanders support decriminalizing small amounts of the drug, according to a new poll.

Neuman Withdraws Benefits Bill to Make Way for Another

Neuman: Focus is on solving the problem, not who gets credit for introducing a bill.

Maryland Health Care Exchange Works Out Kinks, Offers Enrollment Events

For those frustrated with trying to sign up for Obamacare online, there are enrollment events scheduled around Anne Arundel County.

SPEAK OUT: Is Maryland Manufacturing Month Just 'Lip Service?'

Gov. Martin O'Malley stated that initiatives are in place "to turn the promise of manufacturing today into the reality of manufacturing tomorrow.”

Republican Gubernatorial Candidates to Focus on Economy in Upcoming Election

The economy takes center stage for GOP candidates.

Government Shutdown Puts Women, Children at Risk of Losing Nutrition Funding

"The [government] shutdown leaves a new mom dependent on formula for her newborn unsure and confused," says a food program director.

Flu Hits Maryland: First Case Confirmed in Child

The first case of the flu was detected in Maryland about two weeks earlier than last year.

Council Tackles County's 'Most Serious Long-Term Financial Issue'

The County Council and administration have dueling bills set to land on Monday.

17 Things You Should NEVER Say to a Government Worker During the Shutdown

“My mom asked, ‘Will this shutdown affect you?’ Yeah Mom.”

How to File for Unemployment in Maryland

Furloughed federal workers qualify for unemployment insurance. Here's how to apply.

Executive Neuman Raises Red Flag on 'Unsustainable' Retiree Benefits

Executive says county could have $1.3B in underfunded benefits across 30 years.

Report: Veterans Not Deterred by War Memorial Barricades

“I’m not going to enforce the ‘no stopping or standing’ sign for a group of 90 World War II veterans,” one U.S. Park Police officer told The Washington Post.

Maryland Health Dis-Connection? ‘It’s NOT Ready,’ ‘There Is No Need to Freak Out’

Some took the glitches in signing up for Obamacare on Tuesday in stride. Others didn’t.

'We Have Got to Stand up and Fight This Blood Sucking Law!'

Local residents applaud the House of Representatives' efforts to delay implementation of the Affordable Care Act.

Shutdown Begins, Federal Offices Close

The shutdown started just after midnight Tuesday after Congress could not pass a resolution to fund the government.

Federal Shutdown Means a Few MARC Changes

The commuter rail service is adding two special trains, canceling two others and adding cars on the Penn Line to deal with the afternoon rush.