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The $23 million in grants announced Tuesday by Gov. Wes Moore will help participating organizations recruit underrepresented Marylanders, including women and people of color, to fill registered apprenticeship programs in Maryland’s expanding industries, including health care, technology and transportation. (Daily Record file photo)
May 20, 2026

MD Governor’s Office for Children launches resource hub for parents

The Governor’s Office for Children has launched a website to connect expecting and new parents with helpful state resources.

A new Lightbridge Academy site is expected to open in Gaithersburg in early 2027. (Lightbridge Academy)
May 18, 2026

Childcare center to open in Gaithersburg

Lightbridge Academy, an early childhood education franchise, is expected to make its debut in Gaithersburg in early 2027.

Senate Budget and Taxation Committee Chair Guy Guzzone presents portions of an affordability package at a news conference on March 6, 2026. (Hannah Gaskill/The Daily Record)
Mar 13, 2026

MD Senate committee advances budget, aspires to leave with $250M surplus

The Maryland Senate Budget and Taxation Committee advanced a $70 billion budget, aiming for a $250 million surplus and increased funding for childcare and mental health.

Gov. Wes Moore delivers his State of the State address Wednesday, Feb. 11 at the Maryland State House. Senate President Bill Ferguson, left, and House Speaker Joseline A. Peña-Melnyk are seated. (Sam Gauntt/Capital News Service)
Feb 11, 2026

What new initiatives did Moore announce in his State of the State speech?

In his fourth State of the State address, Gov. Wes Moore announced a series of initiatives surrounding energy, artificial intelligence and immigration. 

Children play with building blocks before participating in math activities during the East Providence Boys and Girls Club Summer Camp at Emma G. Whiteknact Elementary School in Providence Rhode Island, on July 10, 2025. (AP Photo/Sophie Park)
Jul 14, 2025

MD among states suing Trump administration over frozen after-school, summer funding

More than 20 states, including Maryland, sued President Donald Trump's administration over billions of dollars in frozen education funding.

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May 10, 2018

FEC: Childcare a legitimate campaign expense

The Federal Election Commission ruled that a congressional candidate can use donor funds to pay for childcare while she's campaigning, removing a hurdle for those seeking office while raising kids and potentially opening the door to more women who want to enter politics.