Maryland bill would slash concert ticket prices, crack down on scalpers
Have you ever wanted to go to a concert, but it just costs way too much money? Well, Maryland lawmakers feel for those people dealing with the high prices and are now aiming to make tickets more affordable.
Bill to protect election officials unanimously passes Maryland Senate
Maryland authorities would be able to prosecute people who threaten to harm election officials or their immediate family members because of an official’s role in administering the election process, under a bill passed unanimously by the Maryland Senate on Friday.
Maryland State House placed on lockdown, staff asked to shelter in place
The Maryland State House was placed on lockdown Thursday because of a "security threat," according to the governor's press secretary and Annapolis Police officials.
Maryland Gov. Moore believes his ENOUGH Act is an innovative plan to tackle child poverty statewide
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore presented legislation he’s championing to address child poverty to state lawmakers on Wednesday, laying out a locally focused plan to attack the root causes of concentrated poverty statewide.
In the age of deepfakes, Maryland lawmakers push for transparency in political campaigns
Can you separate fact from fiction? It’s becoming harder these days with the spread of deepfake videos and artificial intelligence.
Purple Alert Program for missing people with special needs making its way through Maryland General Assembly
A new alert system for when people with special needs go missing could soon become official in Maryland.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore talks crime, education, healthcare and more on FOX 5
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore visited the FOX 5 studios on Thursday to talk about his administration’s work on crime, education, and healthcare.
Ghost gun manufacturer agrees to stop sales to Maryland residents
A leading manufacturer of ghost guns has agreed to stop selling its untraceable, unassembled firearms to Maryland residents under a settlement agreement announced Wednesday by the city of Baltimore.
Maryland lawmakers take aim at ticket scalpers
Whether it’s Taylor Swift, Bruce Springsteen, or Usher – there’s no shortage of fan complaints about secondary market ticket prices.
Maryland governor unveils $90M plan to fight climate crisis
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore highlighted $90 million on Friday as a down payment to help reach the state’s ambitious goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to fight climate change.
Maryland lawmakers clash over governor's juvenile justice bill
Just one day after Governor Wes Moore declared public safety as his top priority, lawmakers began hearings on new bills aimed at fixing Maryland's juvenile justice system.
Maryland governor declares crime fighting top priority in State of the State speech
Calling crime fighting his "administration’s top priority," Maryland Governor Wes Moore used his State of the State speech to highlight new public safety bills.
Maryland governor unveils ARC initiative to reform juvenile justice system, tackle youth crime surge
Maryland Governor Wes Moore announced a new series of proposed laws Wednesday he says will fix long-standing problems in the state’s juvenile justice system, and cut down on crime by young people.
Maryland first lady supports effort to embed abortion rights in state constitution
Abortion rights supporters in Maryland launched a campaign on Monday — the 51st anniversary of Roe v. Wade — to enshrine the right for women to end their pregnancies in the Maryland Constitution in November.
Carlos Ayala, Maryland elections board member, resigns following Capitol Riot indictment
A Republican member of the Maryland State Board of Elections has resigned after being arrested by the FBI this week on felony and misdemeanor charges for participating in rioting at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.
Maryland lawmakers introducing legislation that would raise minimum wage for tipped workers
Maryland lawmakers are introducing legislation that would raise the minimum wage for tipped workers.
Maryland governor Wes Moore proposes groundbreaking gun violence and juvenile justice reforms
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore outlined three measures on Tuesday that he is prioritizing to improve public safety, including a new statewide center to help prevent gun violence.
Gov. Wes Moore signs executive order for ethical AI use in Maryland
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore on Monday announced a starting point for addressing the use of artificial intelligence in state government, as well as efforts to bolster cybersecurity.
Jan. 6 Capitol defender Harry Dunn announces bid for Congress in Maryland
A former police officer who defended the U.S. Capitol against rioters on Jan. 6 announced Friday he is running for Congress in Maryland.
Prince George’s County launches Guaranteed Income Program, offering $800 monthly to eligible residents
Applications for the Guaranteed Income Program in Prince George’s County are now live.