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U.S. Sen. Ben Cardin joins Sloane Brown to talk about his decision not to run for re-election, as he looks back on his 58-year career in public office.
Sep 20, 2023

Off the Record with Sloane Brown: Sen. Ben Cardin

U.S. Sen. Ben Cardin joins Sloane Brown to talk about his decision not to run for re-election, as he looks back on his 58-year career in public office.

Maryland Senate President Bill Ferguson speaks at a news conference on Sept. 19, 2023 in Annapolis with members of the Maryland Consortium on Coordinated Community Supports to highlight the availability of $120 million in grants for behavioral health services to help K-12 students in the state over the next year and a half. (AP Photo/Brian Witte)
Sep 19, 2023

Maryland officials announce $120M for K-12 behavioral health services

Maryland officials highlighted the availability of $120 million in grants for behavioral and mental health services to help K-12 students.

President Joe Biden speaks at Prince George's Community College on Sept. 14, 2023, comparing his efforts to improve the economy to what he called the Republicans' "extreme" plans to give tax breaks to the wealthy and cut social programs. (Ryan Mercado/Capital News Service)
Sep 15, 2023

In Maryland, Biden touts economic successes, blasts GOP policies as ‘extreme’

President Joe Biden spoke in Maryland, comparing his efforts to improve the economy to what he called Republicans' "extreme" plans to give tax breaks to the wealthy.

“We've been very clear that we can focus on pathways to work, wages and wealth for all Marylanders. We can make sure we’re investing in industries of the now and industries of the future and make Maryland a real leader in the field,” Gov. Wes Moore said. “And, by the way, do it and not raise taxes on a single Marylander.” (AP Photo/Susan Walsh)
Sep 10, 2023

Wes Moore talks about Red Line and taxes, filling vacancies, and Orioles lease

Gov. Wes Moore pushed back on concerns about a Red Line bus network and said his administration has shown it can promote growth without raising taxes.

In this Saturday, Jan. 25, 2020, photo, former Mayor Sheila Dixon answers a question during a Baltimore City Mayoral Candidate Forum, hosted by the Greater Baltimore Urban League, at Morgan State University, in Baltimore. (Ulysses Muñoz/The Baltimore Sun via AP)
Sep 7, 2023

Former Baltimore Mayor Sheila Dixon, convicted of embezzlement, is running again

More than a decade after being convicted of embezzling donated gift cards, former Baltimore Mayor Sheila Dixon is again running for office.

Former President Donald Trump exits his vehicle to walk over to speak with reporters before he boards his plane at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on Aug. 3, 2023, in Arlington, Virginia, after facing a judge on federal conspiracy charges that allege he conspired to subvert the 2020 election. At right is his valet Walt Nauta. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
Sep 6, 2023

Trump’s place on primary ballot in Maryland ‘under consideration,’ secretary of state says

Maryland’s election officials and constitutional law experts are discussing whether a clause in the Constitution targeting candidates who’ve aided an “insurrection” bars Donald Trump from ballots.

Former President Donald Trump waves as he steps off his plane at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on Aug. 3, 2023, in Arlington, Virginia. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
Sep 6, 2023

Lawsuit contends Constitution’s ‘insurrection’ clause bars Trump from running for president

A liberal group is arguing Donald Trump is ineligible to run for the White House again under a clause in the U.S. Constitution aimed at candidates who have supported an “insurrection.”

Aug 4, 2023

Moore’s aggressive travel schedule a smart move, insiders and former governor say

Gov. Wes Moore will mark his fifth trip to Western Maryland since taking office, continuing a travel schedule his office has portrayed as aggressive.

Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Md., participates in the House Oversight and Accountability Committee's hearing about Congressional oversight of Washington, D.C., on March 29, 2023. (AP Photo/Cliff Owen)
Jul 10, 2023

Maryland Democratic Rep. Jamie Raskin says he’s not running for open US Senate seat

Maryland Rep. Jamie Raskin, who played a leading role in recent years as House Democrats twice impeached then-President Donald Trump and investigated Trump’s role in the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection, announced Friday he will not run for the U.S. Senate seat that is opening with the retirement of Sen. Ben Cardin. Raskin, the top Democrat […]

Jun 29, 2023

Md. university leaders lament affirmative action ruling but reaffirm commitment to diversity

Maryland universities are speaking out against the Supreme Court’s ruling striking down affirmative action and voicing a renewed commitment to diversity.

Jun 26, 2023

Montgomery County Council to create anti-hate crime task force

The Montgomery County Council is set to introduce and create a new anti-hate crime task force to prioritize policies that promote safety and combat hate crimes against targeted communities.

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore announces the revival of the 14-mile, multibillion-dollar Red Line, envisioned as an east-west transit line in Baltimore.
Jun 19, 2023

Red Line funding unclear as Moore administration awaits cost estimates

Gov. Wes Moore displayed a wide range of support as he reignited plans for the east-west Red Line transit line in Baltimore.

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