O'Malley BLOG: Honoring Our Veterans with a Commitment to Full Employment

The Veteran’s Full Employment Act allows us to do right by our veterans and their families by making sure we remove barriers to employment here at home.

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.

Bevins Fields Questions, Hosts Girl Scouts at Baltimore County Council Meeting

Members of Girl Scout Troop 1044 also toured the County Council office and led the Pledge of Allegiance at Monday's legislative session.

Virginia 2013 Governor Race: Democrat Terry McAuliffe Wins

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

'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

Maryland Health Advocates Push for Higher Cigarette Tax

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

Cardin Seeks 'Revenge Porn' Ban in Maryland

The bill seeks up to a five-year prison term for anyone caught distributing sexually explicit images of an ex-significant other.

Maryland To Receive More Aid for Superstorm Sandy Relief

Maryland’s Largest Tea Party Group Gains Support

The Maryland Society of Patriots founder said his group has picked up 80 new Facebook members recently.

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

Same-sex couples face legal issues that straight couples do not.

Maryland’s Largest Tea Party Group Says It's Gaining Support

It's called the Maryland Society of Patriots.

O'Malley BLOG: Zero-Emission Vehicles

Eight governors announced a collaborative initiative to put 3.3 million zero-emission vehicles on the road by 2025.

O'Malley BLOG: Zero-Emission Vehicles

Eight governors announced a collaborative initiative to put 3.3 million zero-emission vehicles on the road by 2025.

Gansler on Party: 'Maybe I Should Have Done Something Different'

The attorney general continues to deny knowing if teens were drinking at party he was photographed attending.

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.

Baltimore County to Build New Animal Services Facility

The new center will allow the Animal Services Division to expand the scope of its operation.

Report: Brown Leads Democratic Rivals in New Poll

But 33 percent of likely voters say they’re undecided.

Ruppersberger Issues Statement About Reopening Government, Avoiding Default

The bill also approves back pay for furloughed workers.

Back to Work: Federal Government Shutdown is Over

Congress votes to reopen government, raise the debt ceiling.

Report: Ruppersberger Still Considering Maryland Governor Run

Rep. C.A. Dutch Ruppersberger would be the only Baltimore area candidate.

State Officials to Discuss Maryland Health Connection Glitches

Maryland residents are having trouble enrolling for health care insurance through the state's online health insurance marketplace.

Columbus Day: Baltimore Co. Offices Closed; Trash, Recycling Will Be Collected

Baltimore County libraries, senior centers and CountyRide are closed for the holiday.

Maryland Dreamers Awake to In-State Tuition, Yearn for More

There are an estimated 1,294 undocumented immigrants in a Maryland College.

Gansler to Announce Lieutenant Governor Choice

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

Which MD Lawmakers Will Keep, Donate Paychecks During Shutdown?

Interactive graphic shows how Maryland lawmakers are handling their salaries.

Putty Hill Ave. Open, Water Main Break Work Continues

A 24-inch water main in Parkville broke Tuesday afternoon just in time for rush hour traffic.

Water Main Break Closes Putty Hill Avenue

Putty Hill Avenue is closed from Perring Parkway to Hoerner Avenue, according to Baltimore County public safety officials.

Brown to Propose Universal Pre-Kindergarten in Maryland

Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown is scheduled to announce the program on Tuesday.

O'Malley BLOG: The Shutdown 'a Significant and Severe Hardship'

Some businesses are facing even more hardship during the government shutdown.

Baltimore County Grants AFSCME Employees 3% Bonus Next Year

Members of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees have a new contract through June 30, 2016.

'Patriotic Pets' Campaign Makes Adopting a Pet Easier in Baltimore County

Adoption fees at the Baltimore County Animal Shelter will be waived Oct. 12.

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.

Head Lice and Cockroaches Are More Popular Than Congress

On the other hand, Congress is thought of more highly than the Kardashians.

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.

Federal Shutdown Could Mean “Lighter” Traffic for Maryland