Hogan touts fiscal focus, criticizes national divisiveness in State of State

Gov. Larry Hogan delivers his final State of the State address of his term Wednesday, amid a partisan General Assembly session and federal government.

Hogan’s $61 million in budget cuts given seal of approval

The Maryland Board of Public Works approved $61 million in budget cuts from Gov. Larry Hogan after restoring cuts in aid to lower-income jurisdictions.

State begins new technology program to help vulnerable Marylanders

ANNAPOLIS — While state officials have claimed that Maryland has lead the country in technology and innovation, Governor Hogan says technological resources in some agencies are still not up to par. The governor says the state is taking a big step forward in providing important human services to residents throughout the state.

10 times @realDonaldTrump tweeted about Maryland

Before Trump officially announced his presidential bid, he was already targeting Maryland (and Maryland politicians) through his headline-grabbing tweets.

Gun Rights and Gun Control Activists and Rally in Annapolis

Dueling sides in the gun control battle squared off in front of the State House Wednesday.

Mental Illness Legislation Proponents Rally in Annapolis

With the need and cost for mental health services growing, advocates rallied today at Lawyers Mall to support legislation that would tie funding for behavioral health
services to inflation and provide round-the-clock facilities.

Maryland’s ACLU Advocates for Police Accountability Legislation

Before the House of Delegate’s Judiciary Committee heard testimony on police reform legislation, the ACLU and local activists met to support tougher policy.

Happenings in Annapolis include bills on lead paint; drunken driving damages; new health commission

A roundup of happenings in Annapolis from Feb. 9, 2016.

Historic Senate Chamber Restored in Maryland State House

The historic senate chamber in which George Washington resigned as Commander in Chief has been restored. The arrangement of the furniture reflects the way the room looked on December 23, 1783 according to carefully researched protocols for important Congressional events in the late 18th century.

Roundup: New Maryland Laws Go Into Effect Oct. 1

A slew of Maryland bills covering law enforcement, social issues, environment, health and transportation will go take effect at the beginning of October.