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.

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.

Maryland taking applications to replace murdered circuit judge Andrew Wilkinson

Maryland’s state judiciary is accepting applications to replace a circuit court judge who was killed earlier this year by a man whose divorce case the judge was presiding over, authorities have said.

NRA praises court order striking down Maryland's ‘draconian’ handgun law

A federal court Tuesday struck down a Maryland gun law as overly "burdensome," in a win the National Rifle Association (NRA) is calling a "significant victory" for Second Amendment rights. 

Maryland's handgun licensing law struck down by federal appeals court

A federal appeals court on Tuesday struck down Maryland’s handgun licensing law, finding that its requirements, which include submitting fingerprints for a background check and taking a four-hour firearms safety course, are unconstitutionally restrictive.

Maryland Governor Wes Moore’s vision comes to life with new Service Year Option program

Maryland Governor Wes Moore launched the first public service year program for high school graduates in the nation Friday during a vibrant event at the University of Maryland's Reckord Armory.

Ex-College Park mayor pleads guilty to child porn charges

The disgraced former mayor of College Park pleaded guilty Wednesday to more than 100 counts of child pornography possession and distribution.

What's next for Larry Hogan?

Cheering crowds, dramatic music, a soaring eagle – all from a guy who is not running for office? Larry Hogan's cryptic video has people wondering if he's considering running for president.

Proposed Chip Act aims to boost high-tech manufacturing in Prince George's County

Councilmember Mel Franklin has introduced the Prince George’s County Chip Act. It creates a 10-year investment incentive for companies to move here, and develop and build semiconductor computer chips.