House debates child-marriage restrictions

A bill that would ban marriage involving people younger than 18 in all circumstances cleared a major hurdle in the House of Delegates Friday and is set to receive a final vote.

New Domestic Violence Legislation Takes Effect October 1

New domestic violence legislation will protect people in dating relationships.

Pope Francis Asks Americans to Aid the Poor, Save the Planet

The pope’s speech, which had been widely expected to wade into political territory, subtly touched on issues of immigration, climate change, abortion and marriage, weaving them into a narrative about securing a more peaceful and just future.

Same-Sex Marriage: One Year Later

With the passage of Question 6 a little over a year ago, gay marriage was legalized in Maryland. But what is the state of gay marriage now?

Same-Sex Couples Can Prepare for Nuptials

Same-sex couples will soon be able to get Md. marriage licenses

Gallaudet Protest: Opponents Come Together For Same Cause

Opponents on Maryland ballot Question Six came together at Gallaudet University to fight for the job of Angela McCaskill.

Black Religious Leaders Endorse Maryland Same-sex Marriage Ballot Issue

Black clergy members endorse marriage equality and urge Maryland voters to vote yes on Question 6 — legalized same-sex marriage — this November.

Both Sides Gear Up for Same-Sex Marriage Fight

Gay rights activists, religious leaders and politicians are gearing up for two months of campaigning on the Maryland referendum to strike down same-sex marriage legislation that passed in March.

Same-Sex Couples Travel to the District to Marry

For Maryland same-sex couples like Erin and Kat McGonigle, getting legally hitched required a short trip across the state line.

Coalition Formed to Fight Same-Sex Marriage in Md.

A number of organizations announced the creation of a new interfaith coalition on Wednesday that will oppose same-sex marriage during the 2012 legislative session in Annapolis.