Voters told Capital News Service the threat to democracy and abortion rights were their main issues.
Maryland
Board candidates praise school resource officers – but there’s no proof they make schools safer
In a recent survey conducted by the Capital News Service, 34 school board candidates across the state cited school resource officers as the key to school safety.
Maryland counties, cities, residents provide free rides to polls
In some cases, they are using cars. In others, they are boarding prospective buses. Early voting sites are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily.
Answers for Maryland voters on when, where and how to cast a ballot
Capital News Service spoke with the Maryland State Board of Elections to answer frequently asked questions regarding voting.
Maryland life expectancy data highlights racial disparities
In Maryland, life expectancy fell from 79.3 years in 2019 to 78.6 in 2020. The leading cause of death in the state was heart disease, followed by malignant neoplasms— also known as tumors– then COVID-19.
Disparate Maryland school board candidates united on teacher shortage concerns
The nationwide post-pandemic teacher shortage is an issue throughout Maryland for a reason. The Maryland State Department of Education reported that in the 2021-2022 school year, an average of 10% of teachers did not return.
Elected officials, community leaders urge voters to legalize cannabis
Maryland is one of five states that will consider legalization initiatives on Nov. 8, including Arkansas, Missouri, North Dakota, and South Dakota. So far, 19 states and Washington, D.C. have legalized cannabis for adults 21 and older.
Maryland Republican Party at critical juncture as election nears
Larry Hogan is one of the most popular governors in Maryland’s recent history. But when Hogan asked his fellow Republicans to nominate Kelly Schulz, a candidate in his mold, to run for the state’s highest office, they instead chose Dan Cox, a 2020 election denier.
Marylanders will most likely vote to legalize recreational marijuana in November. What happens next?
If Question 4 is passed, a new amendment would legalize the possession, use and private growing of marijuana for Marylanders over 21 beginning July 1, 2023. It would also require the General Assembly to begin work on regulations.
School board candidates cite learning loss, student performance as biggest issues
The most important issue facing Maryland’s schools isn’t their approach to race or the kinds of books students can check out of school libraries, according to many local school board candidates.