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Baltimore, MD, United States

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Major changes coming for 'concealed carry' law

The Maryland State Senate made the Gun Safety Act less restrictive before sending the measure to the House for its consideration. → Read More

Officials decrease 2023 Maryland state revenue projections

As expected, newly released Maryland state revenue projections are down. → Read More

House bill advances to create legal cannabis sales marketplace

Maryland state delegates on Wednesday gave preliminary approval to a bill that would create a marketplace for legal cannabis sales. → Read More

Bill would require schools teach conflict resolution courses

Escalating gun violence among youth caught the attention of a Baltimore County delegate who has come up with a unique solution. → Read More

Bill would require Maryland security guards to get state license

Legislation proposed in Annapolis would require all security guards in Maryland to be licensed by the state. → Read More

Hogan will not independently run for president, Senate

Former Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan is ruling out an independent run for president and said he's not interested in seeking a U.S. Senate seat. → Read More

Proposal would hike tipped minimum wage to $15 an hour

Maryland state lawmakers are considering a bill to put more money into the pockets of restaurant workers. → Read More

Maryland GOP crime-fighting bills address guns, juvenile crimes

The Maryland Republican caucus is pushing crime-fighting measures in the General Assembly, including bills that would address juvenile violence. → Read More

Comptroller rolls out bills to enhance taxpayer support

Maryland Comptroller Brooke Lierman on Tuesday rolled out a legislative agenda that she called taxpayer friendly. → Read More

Moore testifies to push Fair Wage Act to raise minimum wage

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore testified in favor of legislation to raise the minimum wage to $15 an hour this year -- two years ahead of schedule. → Read More

Child sex abuse victims fear delays in courts even if bill passes

Child sex abuse survivors are pushing a bill that would eliminate the statute of limitations to bring a civil case against an abuser. → Read More

Maryland GOP pushes bill to fund private school scholarships

Maryland House and Senate Republicans pledged to fight for students left behind. → Read More

Maryland AG seeks to crack down on price gouging

Maryland's attorney general testified in support of legislation that would give his office the authority to crack down on price gouging. → Read More

Governor testifies for bill to establish paid service year option

Gov. Wes Moore testified before a House committee to support a bill that was part of his campaign promise to Marylanders. → Read More

Authorities discover man's remains day after Bel Air house fire

A 48-year-old man died Saturday in a two-alarm house fire in Bel Air. → Read More

Mental health bills would aim to expand care across Maryland

A bipartisan group of Maryland senators detailed a package of legislation designed to improve access to and modernize the mental health system statewide. → Read More

Gov. Moore testifies for bill to give military veterans tax break

Gov. Wes Moore asked members of the Maryland House Ways and Means Committee to advance his proposal to expand an income tax break for military veterans. → Read More

Bill would send youth to face charges in juvenile court first

Justice reform advocates are calling for changes to how juveniles are charged with crimes. → Read More

Bates testifies for bill to change sentences for gun violations

Baltimore City State's Attorney Ivan Bates testified before a House committee in support of legislation he believes will help the city's crime fight. → Read More

Health care coverage would expand under Trans Health Equity Act

Legislation under consideration in Maryland would expand Medicaid coverage for transgender health needs. → Read More