New survey of likely Democratic voters in Maryland’s Senate primary shows Chris Van Hollen with a slight lead over Donna Edwards.
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Activists and Former Felons Advocated to Override Gov. Hogan’s Veto
With the possibility of a veto override in the General Assembly looming next week, activists gathered on the steps of the Maryland State House to urge legislators to expand voting rights for former felons.
Maryland General Assembly 2016 session kicks off in Annapolis
Photos show legislators in action on the first day of the 2016 Maryland General Assembly.
Attorneys General Aim to Curb Regional Gun Violence, Trafficking
Attorneys general in Maryland, Virginia and the District of Columbia meet to coordinate efforts on reducing gun violence and illegal gun trafficking in the region.
Sylvester Stallone Holds the Record for the Longest Time Between Oscar Nominations
Sylvester Stallone was nominated Thursday for an Academy Award for best supporting actor for his role in Creed, 39 years after his first and only Oscar nominations for writing and starring in Rocky in 1977.
Some States Surpass Maryland in Spending per Powerball Jackpot
Maryland has only won two Powerball jackpot tickets since the state started participating in the lottery in 2010, but $541 million have been spent on tickets in the state. That means $271 million per each jackpot.
Maryland General Assembly kicks off 2016 session with education, police, vetoes atop the agenda
On the first day of the legislative session, some lawmakers were mingling and greeting while others touted their agendas for the coming year.
Maryland Considers Stricter Drunken Driving Penalties for First-Time Offenders
The General Assembly will weigh lowering the blood alcohol content required for first-time, non-commercial offenders to receive the device, which prevents motorists from starting their vehicle while intoxicated.
Unclaimed property list includes state agencies, famous Marylanders
The state is holding unclaimed property belonging to universities and a medical center, Treasurer Nancy Kopp, Carmelo Anthony, Ray Rice, Kirk Bloodsworth and other famous Marylanders.
Self Driving Cars Are the (Probably Distant) Future
Autonomous vehicle technology might make the dream of robotic driving a reality in just a few years. But laws and human acceptance may take longer to catch up.