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The majority of Maryland residents who support legalizing recreational marijuana for adults has declined slightly, according to a poll released by Goucher College Tuesday. That same poll shows that a majority of those questioned believe Republican Gov. Larry Hogan continues ...

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Some advocates are calling on Maryland to boost spending on lead risk and reduction programs and improve enforcement.

Attorney General Brian E. Frosh’s decision to not seek a third term in 2022 will likely make an unsettled state political landscape even more volatile.  “This is all going to be about, at this point, who does decide to get ...

Maryland Attorney General Brian E. Frosh confirmed Thursday he will not seek re-election next year.

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Maryland Attorney General Brian E. Frosh will not seek a third term, multiple sources told The Daily Record.

Gov. Larry Hogan and Comptroller Peter Franchot, who often have been allies on the Board of Public Works, are at sharp odds over the governor’s comments last week about police funding. Hogan, in an announcement last week and subsequent fundraising ...

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Maryland Treasurer Nancy Kopp announced she will resign at the end the year, bringing to a close a nearly 50-year career in public office.

A state advisory panel recommends that Maryland issue about $200 million less in bonds for the coming budget year than in the current budget year.

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ANNAPOLIS — Gov. Larry Hogan called for a “re-funding” of police and announced he would send more than $150 million to departments around the state.  Hogan offered sharp criticism of local leaders — especially in Baltimore city — and in ...

Three casinos will continue to wait for a state panel to award sports betting licenses. The Thursday meeting of the Sports Wagering Application Review Commission was abruptly postponed. An official reason was not immediately available, but one member said the ...