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The 2026 Kids Count data book shows Maryland students struggled in several 2024 education metrics, one of the categories used to evaluate overall child well-being across the United States. (Photo by William J. Ford/Maryland Matters)
Jun 9, 2026

MD sees child well-being gains, struggles in education since COVID

The economic welfare of Maryland’s kids has been relatively stable in recent years, though its ranking has slipped, a report found.

State Treasurer Dereck E. Davis, Gov. Wes Moore and Comptroller Brooke Lierman approve Maryland's annual bond sale on June 3, 2026. (Hannah Gaskill/The Daily Record)
Jun 3, 2026

MD Board of Public Works approves $800M bond sale

The Maryland Board of Public Works approved the sale of $800 million of the state’s general obligation bonds.

The Maryland State House in 2019. (Maximilian Franz / Special to The Daily Record)
May 6, 2026

MD gains 3.2K jobs in March, officials estimate

The Maryland Department of Labor said total nonfarm employment in the state increased by 3,200 jobs in March.

Gov. Wes Moore attends a bill signing ceremony on April 14, 2026. (Hannah Gaskill/The Daily Record)
Apr 23, 2026

MD loses 5.5K jobs in February as Moore seeks to grow economy

The Maryland Department of Labor reported that nonfarm employment in the state fell by an estimated 5,500 jobs in February.

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Jan 23, 2026

5 economic issues MD should confront this legislative session

Here are five issues to guide how Maryland talks about its economy, evaluates policy proposals, and decides what to advance this year.

Harry Coker Jr., now in his second year as secretary of the Maryland Department of Commerce, speaks in January 2025. (The Daily Record file/Jack Hogan)
Jan 22, 2026

What does MD economy need? Commerce secretary outlines investment plans

Commerce Secretary Harry Coker highlighted Maryland’s budget plan, private investment growth and "Lighthouse" sectors.

Gov. Wes Moore joined Daily Record government affairs reporter Hannah Gaskill for the 2026 Eye on Annapolis Summit on Jan. 14, 2026. (Maximillian Franz/The Daily Record)
Jan 14, 2026

MD leaders outline 2026 priorities, signal disagreement on redistricting

Maryland leaders open the 2026 session facing a $1.2 billion budget deficit, Trump administration threats and tensions over redistricting.

From left, Senate President Bill Ferguson, Gov. Wes Moore and House Speaker Joseline Peña-Melnyk. (The Daily Record photo)
Jan 13, 2026

Where Moore, Peña-Melnyk and Ferguson disagree and converge for 2026

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore and legislative leaders face a $1.4B deficit, redistricting debate and federal policy fallout as the 2026 session begins.

The Maryland State House in 2019. (Maximilian Franz / Special to The Daily Record)
Dec 30, 2025

Budget deficit, energy and tax issues loom over MD economy

Maryland’s economy shows strong assets but faces high taxes, a $1.5B deficit, workforce gaps and federal uncertainty.

This image is of the final development of the Chirisa Technology Park's data-center campus in southeastern Chesterfield County, Virginia. (USA TODAY Network)
Dec 29, 2025

Massive data centers can bring opportunities, energy challenges to Maryland

Maryland data centers could create thousands of jobs, boost tax revenue and help close the state’s $1.5B deficit, but energy concerns remain.

Johns Hopkins University. (The Daily Record / Maximilian Franz)
Nov 12, 2025

Report shows Johns Hopkins’ key role in Maryland’s economy

Johns Hopkins University and Health System generate $40B in economic impact, supporting 149,000 jobs and $525M in state tax revenue.

Gov. Wes Moore announced the launch of the Maryland Community Investment Venture Fund to assist small business owners on Wednesday, June 4, 2025. (Governor's Office)
Sep 26, 2025

MD housing order aims to boost affordable housing, cut barriers

Gov. Wes Moore’s Housing Starts Here order aims to close Maryland’s housing gap with faster development and transit-oriented growth.