Congressman has invested $54.1 million of his own money into the Democratic Senate primary, making him the second biggest self-funder in a U.S. Senate race in history.
The awards recognize the work of journalists and other industry professionals in 2023.
No Maryland Republican has held a U.S. Senate Seat in nearly four decades. The last to do so was Charles McC. Mathias Jr., who retired in 1987.
Altimont Wilks hopes to leverage his working-class status and background to win the 6th District congressional seat.
Decision comes as Maryland legislation would allow undocumented immigrants to purchase insurance off of the state’s health care marketplace.
The bill would require companies to notify workers of the quotas they need to meet and ban quotas that rely on 24/7 surveillance.
Miguel Angel Luna Gonzalez, a native of El Salvador, is one of the six roadwork crew members who died in the collapse of the bridge during the early hours of March 26.
Due to the high-profile nature of the Governor’s housing package, other bills trying to create more housing opportunities often went under the radar. That might have happened with HB 2.
A few plans posted online show data on student enrollment and estimated costs to expand prekindergarten for 3- and 4-year-old children.
U.S. Rep. Andy Harris (R-1st) and former Gov. Parris Glendening (D) make cameo appearances in ads and videos airing in the increasingly contentious 3rd District congressional primary.
Gary Washington spent 31 years in prison for a 1987 shooting he did not commit.
Research became the basis of the RENEW Act in Maryland, which didn’t move this year but is almost certain to be reintroduced in the next legislative session.
Marylanders have three ways to vote in this year’s primary: by mail, at early voting centers, or in person on Election Day, May 14.
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If the data centers come to Frederick County, there could be tremendous consequences for the climate — and for millions of utility customers throughout the region.
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Some climate therapists have become climate activists themselves, or are prescribing activism as a way to help their patients work through their anxieties.
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The Conowingo Dam is far and away the biggest generator of renewable energy in Maryland.
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In fiscal year 2022, seven of the city’s police officers received more than $100,000 in overtime pay.
Pro-abortion groups, led by a new organization, Freedom in Reproduction-Maryland, urge voters to approve the new language in an informational campaign called ‘Vote Yes on Reproductive Freedom.’
Between the governor, the lieutenant governor and their joint fundraising committee, they have more than $2.4 million on hand for their 2026 reelection.
Comptroller sees progress on minority business programs and making climate a priority in state agency contracts.
Senate President Bill Ferguson said the recent arrest and resignation of a Republican member of the State Board of Elections means some future nominations will face more scrutiny.
Nine governors have written to the president and congressional leaders on immigration policy.
Billions in deficits over the remainder of Moore’s term have some lawmakers asking about tax increases.
Some Democrats who were unable to buy tickets immediately wondered if someone had bought up all the seats in an effort to sway the straw poll results.
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The problem is that a strikingly large number of senators and delegates first acquire their seats through appointment rather than through election by voters.
The clock is ticking, and soon enough federal funds for robust transit expansion will not be available. Is that MDOT MTA’s plan?
In the legislation, anyone who opposes the law can decide not to participate, including patients, physicians, and pharmacists.
The state’s decision to significantly cut commuter bus service will set back goals to improve equity, sustainability and mobility.