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What statewide referendums will appear on MD ballots?
The Maryland General Assembly will convene in a special session to potentially add a redistricting referendum. What questions are already planned for ballots?
Baltimore judge declines to approve 2026 ‘Baby Bonus’ ballot language
A Baltimore judge declined to approve language for a proposed 2026 ballot question that would require the city to pay families of newborns.
Md. politics show signs of moving further left
After years of trying, Gov. Martin O’Malley finally has won legislative approval of two priorities of his administration: a ban on capital punishment and a measure to develop offshore wind. […]
Eye Opener: Port fears longshoremen will strike
President Barack Obama accepted the Democratic party's nomination in Charlotte, N.C., Thursday, saying he needs more time to fix the fragile national economy. Here's a few state government headlines to go along with that national news.
Opinions – 1/23/12: Maryland Court of Appeals
Criminal Procedure Right to counsel at bail determination BOTTOM LINE: Under Maryland’s Public Defender statute, an indigent defendant has a right to appointed counsel at his or her initial appearance […]
Law digest: 1/23/12
MARYLAND COURT OF APPEALS Criminal Procedure, Right to counsel at bail determination: Under Maryland’s Public Defender statute, an indigent defendant has a right to appointed counsel at his or her […]
Baltimore voting for mayor, council
Baltimore Democratic Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake is expected to coast to a re-election victory in the heavily Democratic city. Rawlings-Blake assumed her post last year after her predecessor stepped down amid […]
