Advocates are protesting the Juvenile Reform Act and trying to discourage Maryland Governor Wes Moore from signing it. The bill would allow children ages 10 to 12 to be prosecuted or detained for certain offenses.
University of Maryland launches new institute on artificial intelligence
COLLEGE PARK, Md. – The University of Maryland has launched the Artificial Intelligence Interdisciplinary Institute. Students can learn the principles of AI and how it applies to their majors.
Pimlico Race Course, home of the Preakness, will undergo a 3-year renovation
BALTIMORE – Maryland lawmakers have passed legislation to rebuild the Pimlico Race Course, home of the Preakness Stakes. The Stronach Group, the current owner of Pimlico, will transfer ownership to the state to renovate and redevelop the race course. The…
The Annapolis Film Festival opens this week
ANNAPOLIS, Md. – The Annapolis Film Festival is returning for its 12th year. This year’s festival features 70 films to be screened over four days. Fans can attend panels with actors and filmmakers, and a new LatinXperience Showcase along with…
Maryland emergency bill would provide financial support for port workers after Key Bridge collapse
Maryland legislators are advancing an emergency bill to provide financial assistance for workers whose jobs are affected by the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge over the Port of Baltimore.
Lawmakers discuss additional delivery charge fees and higher tolls to level-set Maryland’s transportation budget shortfall
Maryland’s transportation budget faces a $3.3B shortfall for key infrastructure. Maryland lawmakers are still in the brainstorming phase for ways to make up for these losses.
Access to abortion pill case moves to the Supreme Court
Activists, doctors, and patients rally at the Supreme Court of the United States during oral arguments to fight for continued access to Mifepristone.
EPA tightens air quality standard for the first time in 12 years
WASHINGTON- The Environmental Protection Agency announced a new standard for air quality aimed to reduce pollution. The agency predicts this strengthened standard will prevent up to 4,500 premature deaths and avoid an estimated 800,000 cases of asthma symptoms. It targets…
Proposed bill to legalize online gambling in Maryland
Maryland lawmakers are considering a bill that would legalize internet gaming in the state. Guests would no longer need to travel to casinos to play table games and use slot machines. Opponents say new legislation would pose significant risks to existing Maryland casinos.
Proposed Maryland bill to criminalize distribution of heroin and fentanyl
Lawmakers in the Maryland General Assembly are hearing bills to prohibit the distribution of heroin and fentanyl without lawful authority to do so.