On Tuesday, Governor Wes Moore released the following statement regarding the federal funding freeze announced by the Trump-Vance Administration: (more…)
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued guidance to Maryland healthcare providers on handling immigration enforcement at medical facilities to ensure compliance with laws while protecting patients’ access to care and privacy. (more…)
An Extreme Cold Alert and Wind Advisory has been issued for Montgomery. The cold alert goes from 7:00 pm Tuesday, 01/28 until 9:00 am Wednesday, 01/29 while the wind advisory is in effect from 11am-6pm on Wednesday.
Yesterday we reported that Montgomery County’s last remaining Jerry’s Subs & Pizza (8517 Colesville Rd. Silver Spring, MD) will close permanently on Friday, January 31st, based on two phone call conversations with the store. Today, several readers have shared they tried making one last trip and the restaurant was already closed. One reader stated he spoke with employees who were inside and was told the restaurant closed earlier than expected. Phone calls made to Jerry’s were not answered Tuesday afternoon.
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown released updated guidance for Maryland law enforcement on their role in federal immigration enforcement, reflecting changes in state law and emphasizing the importance of protecting constitutional rights and maintaining community trust. The guidance outlines limitations on immigration-related actions, including restrictions on questioning immigration status, extending detentions, and sharing personal information without a judicial warrant. (more…)
Chiko, a Chinese-Korean fine-casual restaurant located at 7280 Woodmont Avenue in Bethesda, has announced it will permanently close on Sunday, February 2. h/t pike.and.rozay
Maryland State Police (MDSP) shared on Monday morning that over the weekend, state troopers responded to 15 suspected DUI incidents. Of those, seven involved multiple vehicles and seven involved someone being transported to a hospital for treatment of their injuries.
Last week, a Maryland man was sentenced to six months in prison, six months of home detention, and three years of supervised release, along with fines and forfeitures, for his role in a multi-state dogfighting conspiracy involving the breeding, training, and organizing of dogfights through a network known as the “DMV Board.” (more…)
Last week, Attorney General Anthony G. Brown, along with attorneys general from 16 other states, filed an amicus brief supporting the EPA’s rule to establish nationwide drinking water standards for PFAS chemicals, citing public health benefits and the need to address widespread contamination.
On Friday, Governor Wes Moore announced the appointment of Harry Coker, Jr. as Maryland’s Secretary of Commerce, effective February 5, 2025, pending State Senate confirmation, succeeding Kevin Anderson, who will transition to a senior advisor role for economic development. (more…)
On Wednesday, Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced a $106 million multistate settlement with Vanguard to address allegations of inadequate disclosure of tax consequences to investors after changes to target date retirement fund investment minimums.