Maryland

Maryland Court of Appeals hearing for Freddie Gray Defendants

Attorneys for the state presented arguments to the state’s highest court about why Baltimore City Police Officer William Porter should be forced to testify against his fellow officers charged in connection with the death of Freddie Gray.

Why Aren’t More African Americans Playing Golf?

Nearly two decades after Tiger Woods won the Masters African Americans only account for a small number among the millions of Americans playing the sport.

Maryland activist find ways to participate in early primaries

Maryland’s presidential primary isn’t until April 26th. But, instead of remaining on the sideline, Maryland activists from both parties are doing everything they can to impact the election.

Mikulski, Democrats Press for Final Decision on Expanding Overtime Pay

Mikulski and fellow Democrats push for updates in overtime pay proposal.

D.C. streetcar opens doors to public after long wait

Despite going incredibly over budget and taking years to complete, the Washington DC streetcar system is finally open.

Campus Guns: House considers a weapons ban on Maryland college campuses

Maryland lawmakers consider legislation banning guns and other weapons on public college campuses around the state.

Expungement Legislation Would Remove Barriers to Employment, Reentry, Supporters Say

A Baltimore woman says she can’t find a job because she served time in prison. A set of Maryland legislation would work to change that.

Gov. Hogan Calls General Assembly ‘Irresponsible’ for not Paring Back Spending Mandates

Hogan said mandated funding levels aren’t sustainable if the economy gets worse.

Activists, legislators tout statewide poll results before hearing for Clean Energy Jobs Act

The bill includes a $40 million investment in clean-energy jobs training.

Unable to Revive Gasping Campaign, Carson Drops Out

Dr. Ben Carson, the last presidential candidate with Maryland ties, ends his quest for the White House.