What Child Care Costs Mean for You and Your Family

Gubernatorial Hopeful Heather Mizeur: 'Obamalike' or Long Shot?

Or is her bid to become the first female openly gay governor 'between a long shot and a puncher's chance?'

Three Ways the Shutdown Hurt the Economy

A recent report from Washington lays out damage done by last month’s government shutdown.

New Mayor: Pantelides Takes Annapolis With 59-Vote Margin

Mayor Josh Cohen thanked Pantelides personally after the totals were counted.

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.

'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.

State Marriage Law Patchwork Puts Maryland Same-Sex Couples at Risk

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

It's called the Maryland Society of Patriots.

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.

Which Maryland Lawmakers Will Keep, Donate Paychecks During Shutdown

Interactive graphic shows how Maryland lawmakers are handling their salaries.

Councilman Ladd's Take on Backyard Chickens

In his October column, County Councilman Dick Ladd addresses chickens, a critical area restriction, and the responsibilities of homeowners associations.

Councilman Wants Looser Laws on Backyard Chickens in Anne Arundel

The councilman said you might be surprised by the number of chicken raisers in the county.

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.

It's Flu Shot Time: Clinics Offer Free Vaccines in Anne Arundel

The county provided more than 22,500 doses of the flu vaccine during last year's flu season.

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.

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

Shutdown Begins, Federal Offices Close

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

Shutdown Countdown, Obama Comes to Town, Serial Killer Sentenced: Top Maryland Headlines

Maryland holds its breath for a threatened partial government shutdown, but the news isn’t all bad.

How High Can Postage Stamp Prices Go?

USPS is proposing raising stamp prices again.

Rep. Donna Edwards Hosts Open House in Severna Park

Congresswoman Donna Edwards will meet with area residents at her Anne Arundel County District Office on Thursday.

Councilman Ladd Returns from Break with News of Community Upgrades

Dick Ladd discusses the latest community improvements in his September column.

Readers Sound Off in Favor of Post-Labor Day Start of School

Comptroller Peter Franchot says a statewide move to a later start to the school year could have an economic benefit.

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.

Franchot: Post-Labor Day School Start Could Create Economic Benefit

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

Neuman Plans Run for County Executive in 2014

Neuman was appointed and sworn in Feb. 22 following predecessor John Leopold's resignation.

2 Veteran Prosecutors Named Leitess Deputies

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.

Foreclosure Suits Loom for Severna Park Delegate

'The Capital Gazette' reports that Del. Tony McConkey and his wife face two foreclosure suits.

Neuman Appoints Severna Park Woman to Staff

Anne Arundel County Executive Laura Neuman continued to change the leadership in Anne Arundel this week.

10 Years After Start of Iraq War, Severna Park Still Feels Effects of Casualties

Four military personnel from Anne Arundel County and 77 from Maryland have died since 2003.