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May 18, 2026

How data centers can help lower electricity costs

Commentary: Data centers in Maryland can help lower electricity costs by funding grid modernization and supporting local economic growth, easing cost pressures for customers.

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May 15, 2026

MD housing bills target rent algorithms but risk raising rents

Commentary: Maryland attempts to target rent pricing algorithms, but this may worsen the housing shortage and increase rents.

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May 15, 2026

Should MD be investing so much in the horse racing industry?

Commentary: Maryland must decide whether to invest $85 million to buy the Preakness intellectual property or continue leasing it..

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May 13, 2026

MD is right to crack down on exploitative pricing

Commentary: Maryland's attempt to stop companies from using personal data for undisclosed price discrimination is a good move.

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May 13, 2026

Letter to the Editor: Sen. Alsobrooks is right to push for strong investor protections

Letter to the Editor: Writer supports Sen. Angela Alsobrooks' push for strong investor protections as Congress negotiates new rules for digital asset markets, emphasizing trust and stability.

James Astrachan column
May 11, 2026

Quality International v. McDonald’s, a lesson in trademark infringement

Commentary: McDonald’s sued Quality International over trademark infringement for using the MC prefix in MCSLEEP. The court ruled in favor of McDonald’s, affirming trademark protection.

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May 11, 2026

Letter to the editor: Savage Highlands State Park — where’s the beef? Where’s the accountability?

Letter to the editor: The Maryland Department of Natural Resources faces scrutiny over delays and limited access plans for Savage Highlands State Park, purchased in 2024.

K.L. Allen
May 8, 2026

Here’s how we can address MD’s teacher shortage

Commentary: Maryland faces a continuing shortage of teachers because it’s still too difficult to become one and, too often, the rewards are outweighed by the challenges.

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May 8, 2026

Eight practical tips for effective business development

Commentary: Eight practical business development tips focused on relationship building, consistency, and providing value without aggressive sales tactics.

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May 7, 2026

MD Supreme Court affirms disbarment for intentional dishonesty

Commentary: The Maryland Supreme Court reaffirmed that intentional dishonesty by attorneys leads to disbarment under Md. Rule 19-308.4(c) and the Vanderlinde standard.

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May 5, 2026

MD General Assembly limits local zoning authority on energy, housing

Commentary: The Maryland General Assembly restricted local zoning power in energy projects and housing to advance statewide priorities.

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May 5, 2026

Nonprofit workers missing out on lower-cost retirement options, coalition says

Commentary: A coalition urges the Securities and Exchange Commission to allow 403(b) plans to invest in collective investment trusts, lowering costs for nonprofit workers.