CNS TV

CNS TV reporters bring you news from across the state in video packages and a student-produced news program that airs on the web and UMTV.

Emotional Celebration at Casa de Maryland Marks Passage of Maryland Dream Act

The Maryland Dream Act was passed by a 20 percent margin by Maryland voters after months of campaigning by supporters, including Casa de Maryland.

County Executives Meet With Voters Outside Poll In Laurel

After months of campaigning, voters make decisions on key ballot issues.

OC Recovery – A local business deals with the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy

One local Ocean City business located on the town’s inlet is again cleaning up after a run-in with yet another major storm.

Question 7: What Does Expanded Gambling Mean for Marylanders?

How does Question 7 and the expansion of gambling in the state affect Marylanders?

Budget Hero – Try your hand at balancing the budget

A new online game gives the public a chance to call the shots when it comes to putting together the federal budget.

OC Sandy- Ocean City Maryland cleans up after Sandy

OCEAN CITY- Maryland’s largest resort town of Ocean City is cleaning up from a visit from super storm Sandy. Crisfield on the Eastern Shore is still flooded, with many residents still staying in shelters. Meanwhile, the boardwalk area is dealing with sand displacement, debris, and damage to the town’s iconic fishing pier. Some business owners and residents ventured out of their homes for the first time Wednesday to assess the damage and begin rebuilding. Many give credit to the beach restoration efforts for keeping damage down.

Storify: Maryland Leaders Respond to Superstorm Sandy

Elected officials and the emergency management team in Maryland kept the public informed through Twitter during the storm.

Redistricting Battle – The controversy over ballot Question 5 in Maryland

Among the ballot issues Maryland voters will be asked to decide when they go to the polls November 6 is Question 5. It would allow voters to reject the congressional districts approved this year by the Maryland General Assembly. This is the second in a series of special reports on the ballot issues in November’s election.

Tax Increase to Prevent Teen Use of Cigarillos and Smokeless Tobacco

After a push from Baltimore high school students, Maryland government and health officials increased the tax on cigarillos and smokeless tobacco to discourage teen use.