DC Metro transit needs money, but Maryland’s not in a great position to help

D.C. Metro transit officials are asking Maryland lawmakers to help stave off their latest budget crisis. 

Van Hollen calls GOP budget plan, Trump cuts ‘betrayal’

Maryland Democratic Sen. Chris Van Hollen on Wednesday criticized a Republican budget bill endorsed by President Donald Trump, which provides tax breaks to the wealthy that are partially offset by huge cuts to Medicaid.

Maryland Democrats appalled by Trump’s Ukraine stance

Some of Maryland’s Democratic lawmakers say they are appalled by President Donald Trump’s comments blaming Ukraine for Russia’s invasion and calling Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky a dictator.

State may block Trump administration from Maryland databases

Some Maryland lawmakers are seeking to protect residents’ data from law enforcement intrusions amid heightened immigration enforcement by President Donald Trump’s administration.

Egg prices hit record high amid bird flu outbreak

Egg prices hit a record high in January as avian influenza continues decimating flocks around the country and in Maryland, according to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and the CDC.

Craving more energy, Maryland looks to nuclear power

In a legislative session dominated by energy issues, some state leaders are exploring the idea of more nuclear energy as an option for power generation in Maryland. 

Maryland considers shake-up in how judges are picked

Maryland lawmakers are weighing two bills this year that would shake up how the state chooses circuit court judges.

New Md. bill could improve police awareness of unseen disabilities

Lawmakers are considering a bill that would make it easier for first responders in Maryland to know when they’re dealing with a person who has invisible disabilities.

Fearing ICE raids, Delmarva immigrants mostly stay home

As rumors of pending raids circulate through rural communities on the Delmarva Peninsula, places like Race Street have grown eerily quiet.