Gov. Larry Hogan Funds Education, Prioritizes Tax Reduction in Budget Proposal

Republicans and Democrats disagree over just how much of the budget should be allocated by legislative mandate.

Gov. Hogan releases budget for fiscal year 2017, Maryland legislative committees continue to meet

A roundup of some of Maryland’s legislative committee meetings.

Broken or Missing Smoke Detectors Are a Factor in 6 Out of 10 Fire Deaths

Four people died in a house fire in Chillum in Prince George’s County on Tuesday in a home that lacked smoke detectors, according to county fire officials.

Below Freezing Temperatures Start Later Than Usual This Winter

Jan. 4 was the first day that average temperatures dropped below freezing this winter. That signaled an especially late start to winter. In 20 of the last 22 years — all but 2016 and 2011 — the first below-freezing day fell before New Year’s Eve.

New Poll Reveals Tight Maryland Senate Race

New survey of likely Democratic voters in Maryland’s Senate primary shows Chris Van Hollen with a slight lead over Donna Edwards.

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Affordable Care Act gives lifeline for young patient

Ella Edwards’ life changed on her ninth birthday.

Activists and Former Felons Advocated to Override Gov. Hogan’s Veto

With the possibility of a veto override in the General Assembly looming next week, activists gathered on the steps of the Maryland State House to urge legislators to expand voting rights for former felons.

Maryland General Assembly 2016 session kicks off in Annapolis

Photos show legislators in action on the first day of the 2016 Maryland General Assembly.

Attorneys General Aim to Curb Regional Gun Violence, Trafficking

Attorneys general in Maryland, Virginia and the District of Columbia meet to coordinate efforts on reducing gun violence and illegal gun trafficking in the region.