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Maryland Attorney General Sues Trump Administration to Protect Libraries and Museums

Published April 4, 2025 at 9:47PM

Attorney General Anthony G. Brown has joined a coalition of 21 attorneys general in suing the Trump administration to stop the dismantling of three federal agencies— the Institute of Museum and Library Services, the Minority Business Development Agency, and the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service—arguing that the Executive Order violates the Constitution and harms public services. The lawsuit seeks to protect federal funding and services critical to libraries, small businesses, and labor dispute resolution. (more…)

Maryland Sues Trump Administration Over NIH Grant Funding Cuts

By Patrick Herron

Published April 4, 2025 at 1:02PM

Attorney General Anthony G. Brown and a coalition of 16 attorneys general sued the Trump administration for delaying and terminating NIH grant funding, alleging it unlawfully disrupts scientific research and public health initiatives. (more…)

Maryland Comptroller Supports Call for Greater Transparency and Oversight of Tesla Investments

By Patrick Herron

Published April 4, 2025 at 12:55PM

Photo of Tesla Cybertuck at Montgomery Mall in November 2023 courtesy of @notdenniscw on Instagram

Comptroller Brooke E. Lierman issued a statement on Friday in support of American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten’s letter raising concerns about the risks public pension funds face by investing in Tesla, citing the company’s weak performance, governance issues, and lack of transparency. (more…)

Governor Wes Moore Announces 2025 Maryland Sustainable Growth Awards Winners

By Patrick Herron

Published April 4, 2025 at 8:38AM

Courtesy governor.maryland.gov

Governor Wes Moore announced the 2025 Maryland Sustainable Growth Awards, recognizing individuals, organizations, and projects that promote well-planned economic and community development while advancing sustainability across the state. (more…)

Buc-ee’s to Maryland? Not Anytime Soon

By MCS Staff

Published April 3, 2025 at 8:07PM

Despite widespread reports and shared posts on social media– especially Facebook– Buc-ee’s currently has no plans to open a Maryland location.

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Maryland Lawmakers Condemn Trump Administration for Wrongful Deportation of Maryland Immigrant to Salvadoran Prison

By Patrick Herron

Published April 3, 2025 at 5:33PM

On April, Maryland representatives Jamie Raskin (MD-08), Steny Hoyer (MD-05), Kweisi Mfume (MD-07), Glenn Ivey (MD-04), Sarah Elfreth (MD-03), April McClain Delaney (MD-06) and Johnny Olszewski (MD-02) released the following statement after the Trump White House conceded to deporting Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia, a Maryland immigrant, in ‘error,’ sending him to a Salvadoran prison where he remains: (more…)

Officer Indicted After High-Speed Chase Ends in Fatal Crash, Fleeing Scene

By Patrick Herron

Published April 3, 2025 at 5:25PM

Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced that Anne Arundel County Police Officer Alexander Rodriguez has been indicted on multiple charges, including manslaughter and misconduct, in connection with a fatal police-involved crash on August 10, 2024, in Howard County. (more…)

Dulce Crepes to Expand to Maryland

By MCS Staff

Published April 3, 2025 at 3:01PM

Courtesy @Dulce_crepes

Dulce Crepes has announced plans to open a Maryland location at 12525 Park Potomac Ave in the Park Potomac development this June.

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Teen Charged with Felony in Road-Rage Incident

By MCS Staff

Published April 2, 2025 at 3:40PM

A Montgomery County road-rage incident reported on Monday afternoon led to felony charges and the seizure of a loaded handgun by Maryland State Troopers. The accused is a 17-year-old male […]

Pizza and Pints Festival Coming to Maryland

By Patrick Herron

Published April 2, 2025 at 11:45AM

Courtesy Underground Pizza Company

The Maryland Pizza and Pints Festival will take place on Sunday, May 4, at the Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds (1450 Generals Highway) in Crownsville, MD.

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Maryland Attorney General Wins Preliminary Injunction Against Trump Administration for Mass Firings of Federal Probationary Employees

By Patrick Herron

Published April 2, 2025 at 11:40AM

Attorney General Anthony G. Brown led a coalition of 20 states to secure a preliminary injunction requiring 20 federal agencies to reinstate unlawfully terminated probationary employees and follow proper procedures for future reductions in force. (more…)