In Texas, natural disasters increase domestic violence risks

After Hurricane Harvey and Winter Storm Uri, domestic violence calls dropped immediately because of outages but in the days that followed, they rose.

Federal banking rules make funding Maryland cannabis industry tricky

Since deposit insurance is issued by the federal government, working with cannabis businesses, even those licensed at the state level, means potentially risking the insurance that protects depositors from bank runs and liquidity crunches.

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.

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?

Moore, Miller, legislative Democrats announce legislation protecting abortion rights

If passed, the question would be placed on the statewide ballot in 2024, asking voters whether to amend the state’s constitution.

Cannabis regulations proposed ahead of legalization deadline

Lawmakers stressed the importance of avoiding the kinds of mistakes that have created chaos in other states where cannabis is legal.

Moore’s Inauguration Showcases Maryland’s Diversity

It’s a historic day in Maryland as Wes Moore prepares to be inaugurated as Maryland’s first Black governor and Aruna Miller becomes Maryland’s first Asian-American lieutenant governor. From police vehicles on every corner to the 2,600 chairs laid out across the front of the historic State House, we look at the sights and sounds of this historic event.