Maryland Tolls Going Down, Taxpayers to Save Big Bucks: Governor

How much drivers will save, when toll reductions take effect and other details from Maryland Transportation Authority.

Sen. Barbara Mikulski Announces Retirement

'Do I spend my time raising money or do I spend my time raising hell?' —Sen. Barbara Mikulski

Hogan: New Bipartisan Spirit Starts

Hogan is the 62nd governor of the State of Maryland. Read his prepared remarks here.

O'Malley 'Seriously Thinking' About Running for President

The outgoing governor says he has not made a decision yet, but is not taking Hillary Clinton’s campaign decision into consideration.

Curbside Collection in Elkridge May Be Delayed

Howard County is working with contractors as some workers strike in labor dispute.

Kittleman Repeals Sugary Drink Ban in Howard County

Newly elected County Executive Allan Kittleman says the measure 'clearly overstepped' the role of government.

Kittleman Names Transition Team Chairs

The incoming county executive to assess Howard County government issues, challenges.

How Republican Larry Hogan Won in Blue Maryland

Hogan’s tax-cutting, pro-business message hit a nerve.

How Howard County Voted in 2014

See unofficial election results for Howard County as of 11 a.m. on Wednesday.

Keeping Maryland's Transportation Funds on Track: Question 1

Question One on the Maryland state ballot could make it much more difficult for governors to borrow from Transportation Trust Fund.

Howard County Election Guide: Candidates, Polling Locations

Election Day is fast approaching. See who’s running and view a sample ballot here.

Maryland's Medical Marijuana Process Slow Going

Distribution of medical marijuana in Maryland is not expected to start until early 2016.

Early Voting Near Elkridge for 2014 Election

Howard County offers three locations for those looking to vote before election day.

Changes Begin as Maryland Prepares for New Governor

Electing a new Maryland governor requires a lot of changes throughout the state.

Minority Populations Diluted in New General Assembly Districts: Lawmakers

Minority leaders say legislative districts were redrawn after the Census to keep incumbents in office, ignoring growth in minority voters.

More Doctors Run for General Assembly as Health-Care Interest Rises

As more health care is regulated by government, more physicians are likely to run for Maryland legislative seats.

Campaign Finance Complaints Stack Up as Maryland's Election Day Nears

Candidates for Maryland governor accuse one another of wrongdoing.

Gov. O'Malley Asks Hispanic Lawyers for Help With State's Refugee Children

Maryland has accepted 2,804 children this year, the largest number of refugees per capita of any state in the U.S.

Hot Car Deaths: Should Government Mandate Technology?

After a deadly summer of children left in hot cars, a mother is calling on a government fix. What do you think?

Howard County Launches App for Reporting Issues to Government

Citizens can also follow up on progress after making requests.

No-Smoking Wave Hits Ocean City Beach

Ocean City leaders have given tentative approval to a law to limit smoking to designated areas on the beach, and the town's boardwalk.

Where Does MD Rank for Women's Equality?

WalletHub looked at life expectancy, wages, the number of male vs. female executives and other factors to rank states for women's equality.

Maryland Gun-Control Measures Upheld by Federal Judge

A law banning 45 assault weapons and limiting gun magazines to 10 bullets is not an undue burden on Second Amendment rights, says a judge.

Howard County Unveils Arboretum at Government Campus

Citizens can tour the arboretum in person and online.

Howard County Receives More Than $430K for Pothole Repairs

The county will receive the eighth highest amount of 24 jurisdictions in Maryland.

Should Your State Legalize Pot?

With the economical benefits of legalized marijuana working for Colorado, is your state the next in line?

Wheels Turn on HoCo Bike Sharing Project

After bike sharing website launches, county asks for feedback.

$6M for New Elkridge Library, $8.9M for Troy Park, $1.5M for New Middle School: HoCo Budget Proposal

County Executive Ken Ulman said his proposed capital budget also includes funding for a thirteenth high school site.

SPEAK OUT: 2 Public Hearings on HoCo's Capital Budget Proposal

Share with the Howard County Council which projects you want funded.

HoCo, Anne Arundel to Break Ground on Future Transportation Hub

Other jurisdictions may join the effort to centralize regional transit.

For the Seventeenth Time, HoCo Earns AAA Bond Rating

Howard is one of 40 counties in the nation to earn a AAA rating from all three agencies.

Rainbow Over Ellicott City, by Howard County Government

The rainbow was spotted from the George Howard Building.

Howard County's Snow Plow Tracker 'Frequently' Misses Mark, Officials Say

'It is possible ... that your road has been marked as 'plowed' when that is not the case...' —Howard County Government

Second Round of Snow Set HoCo Plowing Back Slightly

Howard County received more snow than anticipated, officials said.

Surveillance Protestors Take 'USA Freedom Act' Demonstration Online

Rep. Elijah Cummings, D-Baltimore, is Maryland’s lone co-sponsor of the bill to prevent the National Security Agency from collecting people's private data.

General Assembly Set to Hear Slew of Minimum Wage Bills This Week

Six versions of a minimum wage bill -- from statewide to county choice -- should go before the Maryland House and Senate.

Patch Readers: Maryland Crabs Are King

A Montgomery County delegate wants to require markets and restaurants to label fish by their country of origin. Patch readers seem to agree as a way to preserve the state's heritage.

'House of Cards' Returns, Will Maryland Boost Film Credits?

Oscar-winner Kevin Spacey says he'll be back for a third season of "House of Cards," which uses Maryland's film tax credits. Season two will be on Netflix Feb. 14.

Maryland Lawmakers Debate Bills That Would Protect Dog Bite Victims

Conversation continues in Annapolis whether pit bulls and their owners should be treated differently under Maryland law.

Are Diners Eating Maryland Crabs or Imports?

A Montgomery County delegate has introduced a bill that would require Maryland markets and restaurants to label fish by their common names and list country of origin.