WASHINGTON — Maryland lawmakers on Tuesday slammed the General Services Administration’s proposal to build a new FBI headquarters in downtown Washington instead of Prince George’s County, saying it was a waste of taxpayers time and money. Attempts to find a…
Maryland congressman joins national fight against opioid epidemic
Rep. John Delaney, D-Potomac, announced Tuesday that he is co-sponsoring legislation to make it easier for the Drug Enforcement Administration to combat the opioid epidemic.
Trump’s words worry Maryland Democrats but Republicans praise them
WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump’s inaugural address did little to quell some Maryland Democrats’ anxieties over what they see as a potentially divisive administration. But Republicans like Holly Malec, who recently moved with her family to Rockville, Maryland, from Texas,…
Metro considers fare hikes to fix budget deficit
The Washington Metropolitan Transit Authority is seeing red – and lots of it. Metro says it may look to its riders to help fill in the gap for its multi-million dollar budget shortfall.
Immigration is Key Issue in Primary, Especially Among GOP Voters
As Maryland’s international population grows, some reach out, others worry
Maryland House Members Split on Restrictions Against Syrian Refugees
If passed, the bill would lead to comprehensive and time-consuming background checks on refugees from Syria, Iraq.
Amid Storms, Hurricane, Maryland Prepares for Flooding
Though Gov. Larry Hogan canceled the state of emergency in eight counties, Maryland is still preparing for heavy rain and flooding.
Van Hollen and Edwards Battle for Endorsements as Senate Race Heats Up
Rep. Van Hollen has more money and more endorsements, but Rep. Edwards leads the polling. An update on Maryland’s 2016 race for U.S. Senate.
Pope Francis Asks Americans to Aid the Poor, Save the Planet
The pope’s speech, which had been widely expected to wade into political territory, subtly touched on issues of immigration, climate change, abortion and marriage, weaving them into a narrative about securing a more peaceful and just future.