“Behind the Blueprint” is the Local News Network’s comprehensive report on the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future, the 10-year, multi-billion-dollar plan to remake public education in the state.
Blueprint or budget-breaker? No one knows how to pay for Maryland’s massive education reform
Maryland’s Democratic-led legislature passed the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future in 2021, vowing to pour billions of dollars into the state’s public schools.
‘Behind the Blueprint’: A Local News Network project detailing Maryland’s education reform plan
The Blueprint for Maryland’s Future, a multi-billion dollar endeavor aimed at addressing concerns about the quality of public education in the state, is about to remake virtually every public school in the state. Here are the five pillars…
Lawmakers reached a tentative funding agreement but now face a countdown to avoid a shutdown
The House went back to work Wednesday and reached an agreement in budget discussions, but with a deadline of Friday at midnight lawmakers are now looking to buy time to pass the bill through both chambers.
Reproductive rights advocates urge Congress to recognize women’s economic burdens
With ever-changing laws on reproductive rights across the country, advocates are urging Congress to recognize the economic burdens women face when trying to access reproductive healthcare, especially in states where it is restricted.
‘It’s certainly over’ for aid-in-dying bill this year
Lawmakers have tabled a fiercely debated bill that would have granted terminally ill Maryland residents the right to end their lives, a setback to supporters who hoped it would finally pass this year.
Following lockdown, Md. lawmakers express worry over Capitol’s emergency alert system
A day after a threat to the state capitol prompted a near two-hour lockdown, lawmakers applauded the quick work of law enforcement, but raised concerns about efficient communication.
Maryland’s Ruppersberger reflects on over two decades in Congress ahead of retirement
Rep. Dutch Ruppersberger, D-Maryland, isn’t quite ready to say goodbye yet, despite announcing his retirement after 40 years in public office.
Retirement crisis threatens current workers, experts tell Congress
The worsening retirement crisis impacting senior citizens will overtake current workers down the line if not fixed, experts say.
House bill advances, allowing for redevelopment of RFK Stadium
The House of Representatives passed a bill regarding the redevelopment of RFK Stadium. It would clear the way for a potential new home for the Washington Commanders.