A bill that would remove the governor from the parole process is on a bumpy path through the Maryland Legislature, as both chambers have different versions of the bill that must be hammered out in just a few days.
Maryland bill would repeal some jury disqualifications
A Maryland bill would repeal certain disqualifications for serving on a jury, and proponents argue that it is centered around re-enfranchisement.
Motorsports in Maryland set for a restart after tough 2020
After a rough 2020 season that saw races without fans or cancelled outright, Maryland’s motorsports facilities have a new lease on life.
Maryland expands vaccine rollout as variants increase
Maryland is expanding its vaccine rollout just as the country faces what Gov. Larry Hogan, R, described as a “race between variants and vaccines.”
Hogan announces $3.9 billion in Rescue Act funding
Unemployment Insurance and Broadband Access in Maryland could be strengthened thanks to assistance from the American Rescue Plan, according to Gov. Larry Hogan, R. Hogan made the announcement during a press conference on Wednesday to detail where $3.9 billion in…
Bill to repeal spousal defense for sexual crimes moves to House of Delegates
A Maryland bill that would repeal the prohibition on prosecuting some sexual crimes against a victim who is the spouse of the assailant has been referred to the House Judiciary Committee after passing through the Senate in a unanimous vote.…
Bill adding mental health callback services advances in Md. amid COVID-19 pandemic
Aiming to alleviate the strain of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Maryland General Assembly is advancing a bill creating a powerful tool to provide residents with enhanced mental health services. SB719, also known as the Thomas Bloom Raskin Act, would require…
The death of Sarah Everard spurs movement to stop violence against women
UK woman Sarah Everard was murdered while walking home alone at night, and it has caused an uproar on social media. The “97% statistic” is trending on many social platforms, as data was released by U.N. Women stating that 97% of women ages 18-24 in the UK have been sexually harassed, and many believe it is no different in the U.S.
Feed Anne Arundel: Helping Tyler Heights
Feed Anne Arundel is a nonprofit collaborative created during the coronavirus pandemic to help restaurants and families in need in Anne Arundel County, Maryland, through food and other necessities.
Bill to repeal Maryland state song advancing in Legislature
A bill that would repeal Maryland’s state song “Maryland, My Maryland!” on the grounds it contains offensive and outdated language is advancing in the Legislature this week.