Ehrlich Campaign Aide Facing Trial for Robocalls

Opening statements were made Tuesday in the Baltimore City Circuit Court trial of Paul Schurick, the chief campaign aide to former Governor Bob Ehrlich. Schurick is being charged in connection with robocalls made in the 2010 governor’s race allegedly designed to suppress the African-American vote.

Native American Tribes Struggle for State Recognition

There are more than 20,000 Native Americans living in Maryland, according to the most recent census, and there are eight indigenous tribes who form and operate communities just like any other group.

Anne Arundel Voters Could Shape 4th District Race

Anne Arundel County could play a pivotal role in the newly aligned 4th Congressional District race, even though no candidate from there has officially entered the race.

Asbestos Workers Facing Safety Hazards

The asbestos abatement industry is one of the most dangerous fields in construction.

Maryland Kicks Off Star-Spangled Sailabration

It’s gearing up to be a star-spangled “Sailabration for” Baltimore. Maryland Governor O’Malley and naval officers teamed up to launch the Inner Harbor’s plan for the 1812 Bicentennial.

Maryland Weighs Fracking’s Potential Impact

The public debate over fracking has swept across Maryland, Pennsylvania, New York, Texas, Colorado and Wyoming, where reserves of natural gas lie deep underground, trapped bubble-like in shale formations

UM Athletics’ Proposal Targets Cutting Eight Teams

The University of Maryland’s Intercollegiate Athletics Committee proposed cutting eight teams to help solve the athletic department’s budget crisis, according to a report released Monday.

Maryland Slow to Report Mental Health Problems to Gun Background Check Database

A new report has found Maryland lax in reporting mental health and substance abuse records to a national database used to run background checks on gun purchasers.

Cheverly Replaces Optotraffic Speed Cameras

A speed camera company that pulled out of its contract with the town of Cheverly after complaints about its technology still operates programs in several local jurisdictions.

Homeless Baltimoreans Find Lifesaving Care

Health Care for the Homeless delivers care to approximately 7,000 individuals in Baltimore each year, providing adult and pediatric medical care, mental health services, dental care and addiction treatment.