Maryland schools get new rules for shooter drills

Active shooter drills in local schools will be different next school year under new state guidelines to limit the impact on student’s mental health

Maryland abortion vote is part of national wave

Maryland became one of seven states to codify abortion rights in their constitution this week joining a wave of pro-choice vote.

Maryland enshrines abortion rights in its constitution

Maryland voted to approve a referendum affirming the right to reproductive freedom, making what was already state law a constitutional right.

Maryland approves $3.4 million bond for affordable housing in Columbia

Top state officials approved a $3.4 million bond to revamp affordable housing in Columbia while maintaining their commitment to sustainability and clean energy.

Maryland approves $2.75 million settlement for discrimination by state police

Top state officials approved a $2.75 million settlement on Wednesday after a federal investigation turned up evidence of discriminatory hiring practices by the Maryland State Police.

Health care grant aims to help underserved patients in Maryland

Twelve organizations providing health care to underserved people in Maryland have received a $41.5 million grant from the Maryland Community Health Resources Commission to expand access to care for local communities.

With abortion question on the ballot, Maryland voters debate reproductive rights

As Maryland questions whether reproductive rights should appear in the state constitution, advocates for and against the referendum work to sway voters.