Holidays Like Irish-American Month did not make Maryland Calendars this Year

A number of bills that would have mandated new holidays or commemorations, like Irish-American Month, failed to get through the House and Senate this year.

Brinkley’s Father Passed Along Political Passion

David Brinkley inherited his passion for politics. His father, a World War II veteran, instilled in him the importance of voting, he said.

Like Father, Like Son? Afzali Hopes So

When Kathy Afzali ran for delegate in 2010 she unseated the incumbent, Joseph Bartlett. Now she’s aiming to do the same to his father, Rep. Roscoe Bartlett.

Diversity, Service, Progressive Views Propel Pooran’s Run for Congress

When congressional candidates in the 6th District started actively campaigning in January, Milad Pooran wasn’t allowed — he was 6,000 miles away doing critical care transport in Iraq as a lieutenant colonel in the Air Force Reserves.

Hard Work, Legislative Record Define Garagiola Campaign

Rob Garagiola has been busy in Annapolis — really busy. A state senator for more than 10 years, majority leader since 2011 and member of 10 committees, he has sponsored or co-sponsored more than 550 bills in the last five years.

Maryland Scrap Law Has Holes

They’ve robbed graves and construction sites, churches and schools. They’ve taken statues from bases and ordinary pipes right out of the walls – but even a new law designed to curb these scrap metal thieves seems to barely slow them down.

Bartlett Has Unfinished Business

Bartlett of Frederick will be 86 in June and is running for his 11th term in Congress as the representative from the 6th District.

Delaney Means Business With District 6 Voters

“Economy,” “jobs” and “the deficit” are words candidates say in campaign speeches to show they are in touch with the issues that matter to people, but to Democratic candidate John Delaney they’re more than just buzzwords.

Maryland – Under Armour Relationship Beneficial for School and Company

Under Armour founder Kevin Plank’s role in the internal affairs of the University of Maryland and its athletics department has long been a source of wonder and sometimes intrigue.

Cardin Pushes for Transportation Bill to Gain Metro Funding

HYATTSVILLE – Metro’s funding for safety improvements could be in jeopardy without passage of the federal transportation bill stranded in the House of Representatives, said Sen