Measure allowing retroactive enrollment in state’s high-risk insurance ‘safety net’ awaits Gov. Martin O’Malley’s signature.
Obama Promotes 2014 Agenda in Speech at Lanham Costco
President Barack Obama called for a higher federal minimum wage in a speech in Lanham Wednesday that echoed messages from Tuesday’s State of the Union address.
Group Protests Montgomery County Fire Chief Nomination
As the Montgomery County Council works to appoint Interim Fire Chief Steve Lohr to the permanent position, a group called McDonald’s Crew for Change seeks to knock down the nomination, accusing Lohr of racism.
Purple Line construction set back another year
Lawmakers and advocates for the proposed Purple Line discussed final funding options for the light rail on Monday in Annapolis.
National Zoo’s Baby Panda Gets Her Public Debut
Animal lovers had to wait five excruciating months since her birth, but Bao Bao was finally put on full display in the panda house at the National Zoo. Dressed in warm coats and panda hats, fans showed up bright and early for the unveiling.
Maryland’s Democratic Members of Congress Praise Obama’s State of the Union Address
“As President, I’m committed to making Washington work better, and rebuilding the trust of the people who sent us here,” President Obama said, in his sixth State of the Union address.
First African-American to Play Football at UMD Honored by Maryland General Assembly
Darryl Hill, the first African-American to play in the Atlantic Coast Conference, was honored for his past experiences and future plans for young athletes.
Lawmakers Question Retroactive Health Care Bill
Lack of concrete numbers and potential to “game the system” causes delegates to voice concerns in Annapolis.
Dems Divided on Iran Sanctions Bill
Maryland’s two Democratic Senators disagree on a bill that would introduce new economic sanctions on Iran and potentially derail a historic nuclear agreement struck between the Islamic republic and the United States.
Joint Legislative Agenda Focuses On Business Development
The Maryland General Assembly’s agenda this session includes a legislative package that focuses on economic and business development.