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The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline launched nationwide can help people in crisis connect with resources and support. (Photo by Danielle E. Gaines/Maryland Matters)
Jun 8, 2026

Report: Deaths by suicide increased in MD amid national decline

A new report says states are finally seeing reductions in fatal drug overdoses, alcohol-induced deaths and suicides, but Maryland saw a 4% increase in suicides.

The 2026 World Brewing Cup was held in Philadelphia on April 22, 2026. (USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)
Apr 24, 2026

MD breweries win medals at World Beer Cup

Breweries in Maryland earned medals across multiple categories at the 2026 World Beer Cup, one of the beer industry's most prestigious competition.

Hanson Rowe holds a jar of moonshine. Salyersville, Kentucky, on Feb. 28, 2020. (REUTERS/Bryan Woolston)
Apr 13, 2026

Federal court declares 158-year-old home distilling ban unconstitutional

A U.S. appeals court declared unconstitutional a nearly 158-year-old federal ban on home distilling, calling it an unnecessary and improper means for Congress to exercise its power to tax.

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Mar 5, 2026

Beer and wine in MD grocery stores? Likely not this year.

Although advocates continue to push for the sale of beer and wine in Maryland grocery stores, they will likely have to wait until next term.

Lytos is currently available in more than 500 bars, restaurants, and liquor stores across Maryland, Washington, D.C., and Delaware. (Lytos Vodka)
Feb 12, 2026

MD vodka brand relocates manufacturing site to Baltimore

Lytos, a vodka brand based in Baltimore County, announced it will move its manufacturing operations to Baltimore’s Hampden area.

Ifeoma C. Onyia, founder of Clyopatra Winery & Vineyard in Laurel, has drawn on her childhood in Nigeria for some inspiration. (Lateshia Beachum/The Washington Post)
Jan 20, 2026

Maryland’s increasing diversity has meant more Black-owned wineries

Black winemakers are overcoming barriers, building wineries and diversifying Maryland’s wine industry with innovation, heritage and legacy.

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Jan 13, 2026

Beverage company strikes distribution partnership in Maryland

Hinny Hard Seltzer announced its expansion into the Maryland market through a new distribution partnership with Backup Beverage. 

Ashley Addiction Treatment’s campus in Havre de Grace. (Submitted Photo)
Oct 30, 2025

Rethinking addiction treatment for women: what new research reveals

Ashley Addiction Treatment is collaborating with Johns Hopkins University on studies to improve addiction treatment outcomes.

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Oct 29, 2025

Wells Discount Liquors

Wells Discount Liquors has served the Baltimore community for 88 years as a family-owned wine, liquor and beer store.

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Oct 16, 2025

Gaithersburg brewery owners stepping down

Tony and Lacy Prebula of Gaithersburg’s Saints Row Brewing announced plans to relinquish leadership duties of the business.

As Heavy Seas Beer announced a major partnership with B3 Beverage Co., the business will be releasing its "30-year Storm," a limited barrel-aged strong ale in celebration of its 30-year anniversary. (Heavy Seas)
Oct 10, 2025

MD’s largest craft brewery joins emerging beverage platform 

Halethorpe-based Heavy Seas Beer, Maryland’s largest craft brewery, announced it will be partnering with B3 Beverage Co.

Barrels of spirits are seen at the Baltimore Spirits Company distillery in Baltimore on Feb. 8, 2023. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez, file)
Oct 7, 2025

Cold shoulder from Canada is costly for American distillers struggling with global trade tensions

American whiskey exports to Canada dropped as trade tensions persist, hurting distillers already facing sales declines in other key markets.