Horseshoe Casino, plopped right in the middle of impoverished South Baltimore, was supposed to inject new life into “historically ignored” communities mired with high crime and unemployment rates, poor health and lackluster housing. But city agencies’ needs have skyrocketed since the casino’s opening — and the community-intended fund has absorbed the costs.
Maryland Hunters Meet With Lawmakers in Annapolis to Discuss Baiting, Hunting Season Rules
Legislators Are Working on Bills to Ease Strict Liability Standard for Baiting, Extend Seasons
Advocates Call for Bill to Revoke Parental Rights of Men Accused of Conceiving Child Through Rape
Rape Survivor Family Protection Act Has Failed in the Past Despite Broad Support
The Mystery of Senate Bill 129: Baltimore City Senator Introduces Bill To Stop Desecration of Human Remains
Was it grave robbing, cemetery vandalism or something more serious that inspired a bill to criminalize desecration of human remains?
Bill Would Mandate 8-Year Moratorium on ‘Fracking’
Environmentally stringent and costly drilling regulations are not enough to protect the public’s health from hydraulic fracturing’s pollutants, according to a coalition of legislators, environmental groups and health professionals who rallied Thursday in support of a moratorium bill.
Graphic: Hogan vs. O’Malley on State of State Priorities
During Gov. Larry Hogan’s first State of the State speech this week, he spent way more time talking about the state budget and taxes than his predecessor Gov. Martin O’Malley.
Groups Working to End Sex and Labor Trafficking Meet, Plan Lobbying Effort
A coalition of government agencies and anti-trafficking organizations sponsored the public education forum for a crowd of about 400 in an effort to combat a problem they say is prevalent in Maryland.
In First State of the State Address, Hogan Emphasizes Business, Tax Cuts
Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan emphasized a business-friendly environment and tax relief during his State of the State address to the General Assembly on Wednesday.