Annapolis

Located blocks from the Statehouse, the CNS Annapolis bureau has more reporters dedicated to covering Maryland politics and policy than any other news organization in Maryland.

Existing service year programs may provide model for Moore proposal

The governor’s proposed plan for Maryland so far is a unique combination of the service year programs that have come before it.

Maryland extends BWI vendor contract in wake of Moore’s concessionaire cancellation

BWI is the busiest airport in the Washington metropolitan area, handling more than 9 million passengers.

Cannabis interests compete for bill changes

The bill would create a framework for the legal sale of cannabis in Maryland after voters approved legalization in November.

Lawmakers consider powerful testimony on transgender rights for inmates

The bill would prohibit correction staff from discriminating against gender nonconforming individuals.

Maryland delegate harassed with unsolicited sexual image after her testimony against the practice

According to research conducted by Bumble, a dating app tech company, 48% of women from ages 18-24 have received some form of unsolicited sexual image.

Maryland legislators consider bill to boost local journalism

Del. Joe Vogel, D-Montgomery, presented a bill to the House Ways and Means Committee Thursday that would give small businesses tax credits for placing advertisements in local news outlets.

Four-day work week bill aims to give workers and businesses more flexibility

The rise of remote work has opened the door to non-traditional work situations. Could a four-day work week be next?

Gov. Moore testifies in support of bill giving a larger tax break to military retirees

“This bill will save veteran families an estimated $30 million annually,” the governor said.

Maryland legislature to analyze gambling expansion

Legalizing online gambling for sponsors paying a licensing fee could generate millions for education.

Senate delays consideration of bill decriminalizing oral sex between adults

This statute is coming under fire because it prohibits adults from engaging in the private act of oral sex. Consensual oral sex between adults would no longer be a crime if the bill passes.