Ocean City Officials Prepping for Tobacco Restrictions

Smokers on the O.C. beach and boardwalk will be limited to designated areas for lighting up.

Senators Try Again to Ban Smoking with Kids in Car

Maryland senators want those who smoke in cars with children under 8 to be fined $50. Proponents and opponents presented their cases in a hearing on Thursday before the Judicial Proceedings Committee.

Tax Increase to Prevent Teen Use of Cigarillos and Smokeless Tobacco

After a push from Baltimore high school students, Maryland government and health officials increased the tax on cigarillos and smokeless tobacco to discourage teen use.

Health Officials Fret as Hookah Grows in Popularity

One 25-minute session smoking tobacco from the device equates to smoking a pack of cigarettes.

Teen Cigar use is on the Rise

Cigarette smoking has decreased among high school students by nearly 40 percent since 2000, but cigar smoking has increased by more than 11 percent.

Health Coalition Lobbies for Tobacco Tax Increase

The Maryland Citizens’ Health Initiative has launched a campaign to raise taxes on all tobacco products in Maryland. Cigarette prices would increase by $1 per pack, and other tobacco taxes would increase at a corresponding rate.