Maryland

Bipartisan legislation increases penalty for indecent exposure offenders targeting minors

Under current law, the penalties for indecent exposure are the same regardless of who witnesses the crime.

Moore, Miller, legislative Democrats announce legislation protecting abortion rights

If passed, the question would be placed on the statewide ballot in 2024, asking voters whether to amend the state’s constitution.

Activists gather in Annapolis as hearings begin on gun control

Bills to tighten up Maryland’s gun laws brought out protests and activists Tuesday as more than 300 people signed up to speak to five gun control proposals.

Cannabis regulations proposed ahead of legalization deadline

Lawmakers stressed the importance of avoiding the kinds of mistakes that have created chaos in other states where cannabis is legal.

Moore emphasizes service in first State of the State speech

In one of his first acts as governor, Moore created the Department of Service and Civic Innovation and added a Cabinet secretary to oversee the department.

Delegate looks to expand civil immunity for teachers

The proposed bill, HB0137, aims to protect teachers who intervene in fights or other cases of student misconduct from any civil liability they may face.

Gov.-elect Wes Moore enters office with a unique perspective in mind

Wes Moore has said he wants to build an administration that “looks like the State of Maryland.”

Maryland Makes History with Moore’s Inauguration

Wes Moore became the 63rd governor of Maryland, and the first Black governor in state history. He is the fifth Black governor in U.S. history and only the third elected Black governor. 

In Maryland, Dems capitalized on mail in voting – but the GOP didn’t

As the 2020 presidential election neared, then-President Donald Trump warned all Americans — especially Republicans — about the supposed dangers he saw in early, absentee and mail-in voting. “As far as the ballots are concerned, it’s a disaster,” he said…

High Stakes Hoops

How are youth players and their families navigating the changing world of elite youth basketball?