Three Ways the Shutdown Hurt the Economy

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

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 jurisdictions 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.

County Public Hearing: Proposed Amendments to Chapter 44, Pensions and Retirement

The Carroll County Board of Commissioners will host a public hearing on Nov. 14.

City Hosts Westminster Skate Park Reconstruction Meeting

A public meeting will be held on Thursday, Nov. 7.

Commissioner Agenda: Veteran's Day, Carroll County Airport, Common Core Forum and More

Find out what your Board of Carroll County Commissioners is working on this week.

Carroll Commissioners Host Common Core Forum Nov. 4

Commissioner Richard Rothschild said other public Common Core forums have denied those with differing perspectives the opportunity to present.

'Devastating' Food Stamp Cuts Go Into Effect Friday in Maryland

Maryland had the third highest increase in food stamp participation from June 2012 to June 2013, following Illinois with 15 percent and Wyoming with 11 percent.

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.

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.

Commissioner Agenda: Tire Recycling, Leister Park Capital Budget, Zoning Hearings

Find out what your board of Carroll County Commissioners is doing this week.

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

Maryland’s Largest Tea Party Organization Gains Support

Gansler Gives Statement on Appearance at Party with Underage Drinking

The gubernatorial candidate attributes bad publicity to politics.

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

The attorney general continued 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.

Commissioner Agenda: Common Core, Electronic Message Boards, Bus Fare Increase and More

Find out what your Carroll County Commissioners are working on this week.

Is Baltimore Still Relevant in State Elections?

Does the fact that none of the candidates for governor or lieutenant governor is currently from Baltimore, mean the area is losing suction in Maryland politics.

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.

Commissioner Agenda: College Bus Fare Increase, Electronic Billboard and More

Find out what your Carroll County commissioners are working on this week.

Van Hollen: Rules Rigged to Extend Shutdown

In this video, U.S. Rep. Christopher Van Hollen demonstrates how a recent rule alteration made by the House of Representatives complicates ending the government shutdown. The video has gone viral on the internet.

Supreme Court Lets Restrictive Maryland Gun Law Stand

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

Carroll Representatives Want to Move Forward with Fracking in Maryland

"Governor O’Malley and the legislature have put unnecessary delays in place to prohibit this type of energy production in Maryland." -- Delegate Susan Krebs

Which MD Lawmakers Will Keep, Donate Paychecks During Shutdown?

Interactive graphic shows how Maryland lawmakers are handling their salaries.

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

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

Tax Foundation: Maryland Business Tax Climate Ranks Among Worst

Maryland has among the highest property, income and unemployment insurance tax rates in the country, according to the group.

Some Carroll Countians Ready to Break Ties with the Free State

A Carroll County man is leading the charge to form a new state comprised of five Maryland counties.

Poll: Marylanders Support Marijuana Legalization

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

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.

Commissioner Agenda: Joint Meeting with Carroll Delegation, Stormwater Fee and More

Find out what your commissioners are working on this week.

Republican Gubernatorial Candidates to Focus on Economy in Upcoming Election

The economy takes center stage for GOP candidates.

Carroll Commissioners Remind Citizens of New Gun Law Effective Oct. 1

Are you a gun owner trying to figure out what you have to do under the new law?

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.

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

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