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Josh Kurtz: The Paradox Of Finding A Candidate For Lt. Governor
State Sen. Cheryl C. Kagan (D-Montgomery) publicly attacked Comptroller Franchot (D) about the state's 911 emergency system recently.
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Opinion: Tide Is Changing For Oysters In The Chesapeake Bay
The oyster population in the Chesapeake Bay is a contentious issue right now. Everybody is concerned with the direction oysters are taking.
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Health Department Urges Vaccination For Vulnerable Populations; Community Leaders Call For More Resources
“Our message today is that the vaccines are the best shot that we have at ending the pandemic,” said Baltimore City NAACP President Little.
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Maryland Board Of Education Names Mohammed Choudhury As Incoming State Superintendent
The board voted unanimously to approve Mohammed Choudhury to replace Karen B. Salmon as state supt. of schools.
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Report: Maryland Teacher Recertification Process Should Be Reformed
“There is no attempt to make connections between this data and demonstrated growth in teacher practice," according to a study.
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Cardin, Van Hollen Co-Sponsor Legislation To Place Additional Safeguards On Census Changes
U.S. Senators Benjamin L. Cardin (D-Md.) and Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) have signed on to legislation meant to shore up the Census.
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Perez To Become A Partner At Venable But That Won't Affect His '22 Deliberations
Former Democratic National Committee chairman Perez "will only be working at Venable part-time," the report indicates.
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Opinion: Ending Single-Family Detached Zoning Benefits Everyone
Policymakers across the country are considering large- and small-scale revisions to single-family detached zoning regulations.
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State School Board Discusses Fully Reopening In Fall, Tutoring Opportunities In Summer
It occurs a month after the board passed a resolution directing all schools to return to in-person learning for a full 180-day school year.
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Frosh Issues Guidance For Tenants Facing Eviction
Maryland courts are working through a backlog of eviction cases filed throughout the pandemic.
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Opinion: Maryland's Leadership On Police Reform Is An Important First Step
"I have seen the devastating consequences of our country’s failure to address core questions of law enforcement legitimacy" -- Katz
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Hogan Vetoes Immigration, Parole Reform Bills
Gov. Lawrence J. Hogan Jr. (R) vetoed four bills on Wednesday, including a measure he called “sanctuary state” legislation.
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Harden Rolls Out Endorsements From Former Diplomats, National Security Officials In 1st District Race
R. David Harden, one of the Democrats aiming to unseat U.S. Rep. Andrew P. Harris (R) in 2022, rolled out a slew of endorsements.
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Black Caucus Chair: Sports Betting In Maryland An Opportunity To Promote Equity, Right Wrongs
“Those who ignore history are doomed to repeat it.” This past legislative session, the Maryland General Assembly indeed made history.
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Brooks Makes Montgomery County Council Bid Official
Progressive community organizer Brandy Brooks made her bid for an at-large seat on the Montgomery County Council official Tuesday.
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A Year After George Floyd's Death, Biden Urges Congress To Act, And Maryland Lawmakers Reflect On State Reforms
Meanwhile in Maryland, it was labeled as "a session of reform" with regard to the myriad police reform bills that were passed.
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Gansler Launches Gubernatorial Campaign With Call To Legalize Marijuana
Former state Attorney General Douglas F. Gansler (D) launched a second bid for governor with an embrace of “progressive” policies.
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Glassman Makes Comptroller Bid Official
Harford County Executive Barry Glassman (R) filed to run for comptroller at the Maryland State Board of Elections in Annapolis.
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Here's The Full List Of Transportation Earmarks Sought By Maryland Representatives
Earmarks are back in Congress — with more rules.
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Best State For Millennials? We're No. 35!
It isn't every day that this baby boomer thinks about which state is best for millennials — even with a couple in his immediate family.