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Maryland will have a loan program for federal workers if government shuts down
The state piloted a similar program earlier this year, providing benefits for Port of Baltimore workers after the Key Bridge collapse shut down shipping.
Lawmakers demand answers from corrections secretary for halting sex offender check-ins
The state’s probation agents have not conducted home visits, including with registered sex offenders, since May, after the corrections department secretary suspended the check-ins for safety reasons.
Maryland extends contested benefits contract while waiting on court challenge
The request further delays security measures on electronic benefits cards used for food and cash assistance
Frustration with the Purple Line boils over as officials split over $96M contract
Gov. Wes Moore and Comptroller Brooke Lierman let out some frustration at today’s Board of Public Works meeting with the over budget and overdue transit project in the D.C. suburbs.
Fewer teens killed, shot while under Juvenile Services supervision in 2024
The decline in youth homicides of children comes a little over a year after the state began a gun violence diversion program for at-risk youth called Thrive Academy.
Maryland electors record votes for Harris — and another page in state history
Maryland is one of six states that has participated in the electoral college since the country’s inaugural in 1789.
Baltimore Sen. Jill Carter will resign to accept state board appointment
Sen. Jill Carter, a Baltimore City Democrat, will resign from the Maryland Senate for a board appointment from Gov. Wes Moore.
Maryland makes it easier to determine benefits eligibility with web portal
A new online tool makes it easier for Marylanders to determine whether they qualify for basic government services, such as food benefits and Medicaid, Gov. Wes Moore announced Friday.
Baltimore Police ID victim in fatal bus shooting, still looking for suspect
Police say the victim was shot on the bus by an unknown suspect and are asking anyone with information to come forward.
Man dies in Howard County Police-involved shooting
A man who refused to drop a long gun was found dead in a Laurel home on Saturday after officers fired shots, according to Howard County Police.
White Marsh Mall sold to New York-based real estate group
Spinoso Real Estate Group already welcomed incoming retailers The Original Pancake House, Brow Bar and vitamin and supplement retailer GNC.
Maryland still counting ballots as officials study how to streamline future elections
In the first presidential election since the global COVID-19 emergency, strong demand for mail-in ballots continues.
Maryland’s congressional delegation is trading seniority for enthusiasm
The four newest members of Team Maryland bring vigor, but also race and gender diversity. Three are women, and Angela Alsobrooks is the state’s first Black senator.
Gov. Moore vows to protect Marylanders in second Trump administration
Gov. Wes Moore on Friday outlined a plan for the state to protect the interests of Marylanders under the incoming Donald Trump administration.
Maryland leaders are preparing for a Trump presidency
As Gov. Wes Moore, a state and national Democratic Party leader, guides Maryland through a Trump presidency, he and fellow lawmakers must consider what’s at stake and what they can protect.
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