As the Maryland General Assembly concludes its session, Gov. Wes Moore has signed a $70.8 billion operating budget for fiscal year 2027 — one that closes a projected spending shortfall without raising taxes or fees.
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Baltimore residents turn to free transit as gas prices continue to climb
Locals express concern over the uncertainty of gas prices and the impact of the conflict in Iran. Some celebrated 410 Day by hitching a free ride on public transportation throughout the city.
U.S. Rep. Andy Harris is a long-term incumbent, but Democrats think they can beat him in 2026
Democrats running for Congress in Maryland’s 1st District are less focused on their primary opponents right now than on the incumbent they want to face in the fall.
Baltimore’s port had a banner year. What raked in the most cash?
COLLEGE PARK, Md. – Automobiles and light trucks alone accounted for about 30% of revenue that the Port of Baltimore generated in 2025. Although the port has consistently been a top U.S. automobile shipper, tariffs imposed on imported goods in…
House Speaker Peña-Melnyk says she’s aiming to “meet the moment.”
Peña-Melnyk said there’s more to do before the session ends: ‘We’re trying to make sure that when we leave here and adjourn, the people are in a better place.’
Photo story: D.C. Kite Festival draws thousands to ‘play with the wind’
The Maryland Kite Society staked out a spot on the National Mall to fly with their historic community.
President Trump issues executive order to change the landscape of college sports
(WASHINGTON)–Major changes could be coming to American college sports after President Donald Trump issued an executive order allowing college athletes only a five-year-window to compete and limiting the number of times athletes can transfer schools. The order, entitled “Urgent National…
Cheltenham investigation bill moves forward with little opposition
The state-led investigation into the Cheltenham Youth Detention Center is continuing to push through the Maryland Legislature, with a revised bill advancing through the House of Delegates.
National Capital Planning Commission approves Trump’s ballroom expansion
WASHINGTON – After months of heated testimony, the National Capital Planning Commission has given President Trump permission to proceed with his White House ballroom construction plans.
Hundreds rally outside Supreme Court in support of birthright citizenship
(WASHINGTON)–Hundreds of protesters showed up outside the Supreme Court on Wednesday to support birthright citizenship as the court heard oral arguments on the Trump administration’s executive order to end it. The order, signed by President Donald Trump on his first…