Officials announced the approval of a new Maryland plan that could put the state at the forefront of progressive health care.
Task Force Recommends Maryland’s First Veterans Court
The Maryland Task Force on Military Service Members, Veterans and the Courts proposes a veterans court in Prince George’s County.
Harris Opposes Unemployment Benefits Extension Without Job Creation
Rep. Andy Harris opposes unemployment benefits extension without job creation.
Anti-Fracking Protesters Await General Assembly Members on Opening Day
More than 75 protesters and members of environmental organizations, such as the Sierra Club and the Chesapeake Climate Action Network, met in front of the State House for an anti-fracking rally on the opening day of the General Assembly.
Minimum Wage, “Rain Tax” and Marijuana: Md. Legislature 2014
Members of the House and Senate convened Wednesday to start the legislative session.
P.G. County Casino Bidder Proposes to Pay Higher Tax Rate
One of the three applicants bidding for Maryland’s sixth casino in Prince George’s County has said it would give more money in slot machine tax to the state than its competitors.
Community Groups Work to Overcome Language Barriers in Obamacare Signup
Community health organizations in Montgomery and Prince George’s counties are working to overcome language barriers that have prevented non-English speakers from completing Obamacare insurance applications.
Women Entering Prison at Higher Rates
Women are entering the U.S. prison system at a faster rate than any other group, and they face an array of issues that male inmates don’t, including pregnancy and higher rates of mental health issues.
Maryland Tries to Restore Dwindling Bay Grasses
Bay grasses provide an important line of defense against severe coastal storms, but scientists are finding significant declines in the health and diversity of grasses in the Chesapeake.
Police Crack Down on Maryland Oyster Poaching
The weeks before Christmas tend to be the most active for illegal oyster harvesting on the Chesapeake Bay.