Baltimore Grand Prix Canceled for 2014, 2015

Organizers and city officials could not settle on a viable date for the race.

Brown To Officially File for Governor

After months on the campaign trail, the Democrats will make their candidacy official. Doug Gansler will announce his candidacy for Governor later this month.

Officials Unveil Fort McHenry Quarter

The new quarter will be available following a Friday morning ceremony at the fort.

O’Malley Headed to Ohio, Florida and Texas

The Maryland governor aims to help Democrats elect governors in those states.

Report: Baltimore City, 4 Maryland Counties Among Top-Populated in the Nation

Half of the US population lives in fewer than 150 counties - and four of those (and a city) are in Maryland.

Port of Baltimore Held Up by VP Biden as Model for America

Biden and other officials tout grant to help increase cargo shipped via Baltimore.

Governor to Announce $1.5B MARC, Red Line Investment

A news conference is set for Wednesday at the west Baltimore MARC station.

Red Light, Green Light, LED Light? Maryland Installing Efficient Lamps At Traffic Signals

The Maryland State Highway Administration said bulb replacement is 93 percent complete and should be finished by winter.

Open Thread: Billboard Tax Unconstitutional?

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Franchot: Starting School After Labor Day Could Bring Cash to State

Starting schools later could have an economic benefit of more than $74 million, according to a new report.

Baltimore Approves $263M Improvements at Back River Wastewater Treatment Plant

The city spending board awarded a contract to build an Enhanced Nutrient Removal Facility.

Report: Brown's Race Raised by Gansler in Maryland Governor Contest

Maryland Attorney General Douglas F. Gansler's campaign officials reportedly did not deny the authenticity of a recording in which Gansler said Lt. Gov. Anthony G. Brown's campaign is based on race.

Mosby: Florida Business Boycott Due to Stand Your Ground's 'Subjective Nature'

The councilman said at Monday's city council meeting that the "Stand Your Ground" law is applied ambiguously across 26 states.

North Baltimore Lawmakers Split on Harbor Point

The southeast Baltimore development, and the proposed use of public funds to build it, has angered some activists.

Council to Consider Controversial Resolutions, Approve Commercial Vehicle Monitoring

A resolution scheduled to be introduced calls for the federal indictment of George Zimmerman.

Open Thread: Is This Mural Anti-Semitic?

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Councilman Mosby Urges Florida Boycott

His resolution asks Baltimore to reevaluate doing business with Florida firms because of the state's "Stand Your Ground" law.

Waverly Residents Want Yau Bros. Closed Overnight

A petition is being circulated to oppose granting the establishment a late-night operations license.

Open Thread: Does Councilman Curran’s Bankruptcy Matter?

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Where Does Maryland Stand on Abortion?

Find out the proposed and current legislation on abortion in Maryland.

Drivers Beware: Nighttime Lane Closures along West Side of I-695

Expect temporary overnight single and double lane closures along I-695 Sundays through Thursdays between 7 p.m. and 5 a.m. the next morning.

Baltimore Placing Warning Signs on Public Trash Cans

Dumping household trash in public trashcans could result in a $500 fine.

Blue Water Baltimore: Fix City Sewers Now

The environmental group has filed a federal lawsuit to prevent Baltimore from getting an extension to repair its antiquated sewer system.

Poll: Americans to Congress -- Get Out!

A Wall Street Journal/NBC News poll found bipartisan support for replacing Congress.

Maryland Going Green: Cutting Greenhouse Gasses Part of Plan

The governor wants the state's existing program to be even more green.

Electricity Costs Could Increase Under O’Malley Environmental Plan

The governor’s goal is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 25 percent by 2020.

Animal Lovers Advocate for Tougher Cruelty Investigations

A Baltimore City Council committee held a hearing on the city’s progress fighting animal abuse.

Baltimore City Declares Code Red Heat Days

Cooling shelters and free water will be available to residents starting Tuesday.

O’Malley Makes Historic Court Appointments

The Maryland governor names Mary Ellen Barbera as the first woman chief judge of the state Court of Appeals.

Supreme Court Strikes Down DOMA: Implications for Maryland

The Defense of Marriage Act and California's Proposition 8 were both struck down by the Supreme Court Wednesday.

Crib Bumper Ban Now In Effect In Maryland

The ban is part of the state Department of Health and Mental Hygiene's safe sleep program.

Open Thread: Is the Mayor's Friendship with a Lobbyist Unethical?

Your turn to share your thoughts on Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake spending Memorial Day weekend at a lobbyist's House.

Baltimore’s Emergency Office Issues Storm Readiness Tips

Severe weather could sweep through the area Thursday.

Baltimore City Council Approves Crittenton Home Landmark Addition

The former home for unwed mothers will now be protected from demolition.

Gansler Calls for Special Counsel To Investigate City Jail Corruption

Gov. Martin O'Malley rejects Gansler's request. "We are already beyond the question of whether special counsel should be appointed."

Baltimore City Council Considers Bag Fee

Councilman Brandon Scott said the mayor will sign the bill charging a surcharge on paper and plastic bags if it passes the City Council.

39th Street Sewer Pipe Repair May Cost $70K

The pipe broke last week causing sewage to gush into the Stony Run.

Mikulski Challenges Holder on Phone Surveillance Program

The Democratic senator from Baltimore calls for a classified hearing for all members of the Senate.

Sewage Overflows Into Stony Run

The Department of Public Works estimates 50 to 100 gallons a minute were flowing into the stream.

Mayor to Discuss Financial Plan in Homeland

Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake will be speaking about the plan during Councilman Bill Henry's quarterly meeting.