Governor Wes Moore announced that Maryland has joined eight other Northeast and Mid-Atlantic states in issuing a request for information to identify interregional transmission projects aimed at improving grid reliability, supporting economic growth, and reducing electricity costs as part of the Northeast States Collaborative’s strategic energy initiative.
Maryland’s sports wagering market contributed $88.9 million to the state in Fiscal Year 2025, a 47.4% increase over the previous year, with $9.2 million generated in June alone. The state’s share supports the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future education fund, and starting June 1, mobile operators began paying a higher tax rate under new legislation passed during the 2025 General Assembly session. (more…)
AARP, originally known as the American Association of Retired Persons, is a non-profit, non-partisan organization in the United States that works to address the needs and interests of people aged 50 and older. Recently, AARP warned of a utility scam occurring right here in Maryland:
Governor Wes Moore announced the first $2.3 million in grant awards from the Maryland Business Ready Sites Program to support site development and economic growth across 10 counties and Baltimore City, aiming to attract private investment and create jobs through shovel-ready industrial sites.
Parr’s Spring holds a unique place in Maryland’s geography and history, most notably as the only point in the state where four counties converge– Carroll, Frederick, Howard, and Montgomery.
The Dough Roller’s story began in 1980, when founder Bill Gibbs envisioned a family-friendly eatery on the front porch of Ocean City’s Breakers Hotel. Recognizing the appeal of a casual yet inviting atmosphere for visitors, he established the first Dough Roller, laying the groundwork for what would become an Ocean City institution. The restaurant even briefly had a location right here in Montgomery County.
The Office of the State Fire Marshal is once again warning Marylanders of the serious and life-altering dangers posed by illegal fireworks following multiple incidents over the Independence Day holiday, most notably a tragic injury to a young teen and the shutdown of an unauthorized fireworks show in Harford County.
Tim Strachan, an inspiring figure who transcended a devastating spinal cord injury to become a successful attorney, revered sports broadcaster, and motivational speaker, has passed away at the age of 49 after a courageous battle with cancer.
Governor Wes Moore has proclaimed August 2025 as Breastfeeding Month in Maryland, recognizing the health, environmental, and economic benefits of breastfeeding. The proclamation encourages all Marylanders to support breastfeeding through […]
On Tuesday, Governor Wes Moore criticized the Supreme Court’s ruling on AFGE (American Federation of Government Employees, AFL-CIO, et al) v. Trump, warning it endangers federal workers, especially in Maryland, and accused the Trump administration of undermining government stability and public service. (more…)
Attorney General Anthony Brown has joined 20 other attorneys general in filing an amicus brief supporting a lawsuit challenging the EPA’s termination of the Environmental and Climate Justice Block Grant Program, which was created under the Inflation Reduction Act to aid communities disproportionately impacted by pollution and climate change.