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Wes Moore

Some of the artifacts recovered near the birthplace of abolitionist Harriet Tubman. Credit: Gov. Wes Moore's office.
Former home of enslaved people found near Harriet Tubman birthplace
The governor’s office said the home is believed to be that of an enslaved overseer, possibly Jerry Manokey.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore has nominated Vincent Schiraldi to be the state's secretary of juvenile services.
Maryland senators postpone vote on juvenile services nominee
Most of Gov. Moore’s Cabinet picks advanced to a full Senate vote, but Republicans requested more time with juvenile services nominee Vincent Schiraldi.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore has nominated Vincent Schiraldi to be the state's secretary of juvenile services.
Moore’s juvenile justice pick comes with record of reform after attempt to turn around notorious NY jail
The former New York City Department of Correction Commissioner favors abolishing youth prisons.
Maryland, Baltimore City, Baltimore County politics
Banner political notes: Seeking gun violence answers; bills, bills, bills; city spokesperson shuffle; Republicans have ideas; new party leaders
At the end of a week bookended by threats and acts of gun violence, Senate President Bill Ferguson said Maryland and a the country has a “massive, massive problem” with guns.
Del. Ariana Kelly talks about proposals to protect access to abortion during a press conference at the State House in Annapolis on Thursday, Feb. 9, 2023. She's joined by other leaders including House of Delegates Speaker Adrienne A. Jones, Gov. Wes Moore and Senate President Bill Ferguson.
Moore, legislative leaders support new protections for reproductive health
The bills would protect abortion providers and patients from out-of-state legal action, ensure reproductive services are available on public college campuses and add privacy protections for medical records.
Dan Cox, gubernatorial candidate for Maryland, speaks at his election night event held at Double Tree by Hilton in Annapolis, MD on November 8, 2022.
Former GOP gubernatorial candidate Dan Cox joins Doug Mastriano’s staff in Pennsylvania
The two unsuccessful candidates for governor on either side of the Mason-Dixon Line are teaming up.
Candy Jovan demonstrates how an overdose prevention site would work at a mock setup at The Charles Theatre before the screening of a Canadian film about fentanyl on January 24, 2023.
Could overdose prevention sites be in Maryland’s future?
With a new governor, a draft bill would allow six locations where people can consume illegal drugs with medical supervision.
Charlie Amiot sits on a bench at a bus stop, in Baltimore, Saturday, February 4, 2023.
Baltimore’s bus system creates headaches for riders. Change could be coming.
Baltimore’s bus system has for years come under fire. Advocates say a wave of change could be coming to transit projects under a new administration in Annapolis.
Portia Wu, who Gov. Wes Moore nominated to be secretary of labor, speaks to the Senate Executive Nominations Committee in Annapolis on Monday, Feb. 6, 2023.
Gov. Moore’s cabinet secretaries advance toward confirmation
After winning approval from a key committee, nominees move to the full Maryland Senate for confirmation votes.
Gov. Wes Moore participates in the Maryland State Police Polar Bear Plunge to benefit Special Olympics Maryland, Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023 at Sandy Point State Park in Annapolis.
Take the plunge: Gov. Moore joins thousands of supporters at annual Polar Bear Plunge
Thousands gathered at Sandy Point State Park in Annapolis to sprint into the frigid water for the annual Polar Bear Plunge.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore speaks before President Joe Biden’s visit to Baltimore on 1/30/23. Biden touted Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding—which will help to replace the 150-year-old Baltimore and Potomac Tunnel.
Gov. Wes Moore to attend Biden’s State of the Union address
Sen. Ben Cardin invited Gov. Wes Moore to President Biden's State of the Union address to highlight federal-state cooperation.
Maryland, Baltimore City, Baltimore County politics
Banner political notes: Leave no campaign slogan behind; ask and you shall receive
Gov. Wes Moore’s campaign slogan is swiftly becoming part of the daily vernacular in Annapolis and beyond.
From left to right. Dr. Jason Johnson, Mayor Brandon Scott, Gov. Wes Moore, Attorney General Anthony Brown and Baltimore City State's Attorney Ivan Bates speak on a panel at Morgan State University’s Student Center Theater on February 3, 2023.
Governor, AG, Baltimore State’s Attorney and mayor gather for first time as a group to discuss crime
Baltimore and Maryland’s newest slate of top elected officials gathered Friday for the first time as a group to discuss their approach to fighting crime before an audience of students at Morgan State University.
Exterior of the Maryland State House.
Moore commits funding for 67 hires in state’s embattled environment department
The move comes after an E. Coli outbreak last year in Baltimore’s drinking water and “catastrophic failures” at its two wastewater treatment facilities.
Governor Wes Moore speaks the State of the State in the House Chambers at the Maryland State House on February 1, 2023.
Moore’s first bills focus on reducing poverty, improving access to banking and broadband
The governor’s proposals range from his promised community service program for young people to improving tax breaks for low-income workers and military veterans.
A poster of Cal Ripken hangs outside Oriole Park at Camden Yards, home of the Baltimore Orioles, in South Baltimore.
As the Orioles discuss a new lease, there has been more talk than substance
What's next for the Orioles after declining to trigger a 5-year lease extension at Camden Yards?
Maryland Governor Wes Moore speaks on the Frederick Douglass Tunnel Bipartisan Infrastructure Law on January 30, 2023.
Gov. Wes Moore: Cabinet reflects ‘best and most diverse talent’
Gov. Wes Moore says his cabinet selections reflect his commitment to assembling a talented and diverse team. Putting those cabinet secretaries in place is the first step toward rebuilding Maryland’s executive branch workforce, Moore said.
Gov. Wes Moore will deliver his first State of the State speech at the State Capitol in Annapolis, MD.  he recognizes an educator, Ronnie Beard, one of his guests seated up in the gallery.  Moore salutes to Veterans in the chamber.
Moore points to State of the State guests as examples of service
The former executive, U.S. Army captain and Rhodes scholar invited six guests from across the state. As he tied each person’s history to his administration’s plans, he asked legislators and dignitaries to recognize each Marylander’s accomplishments.
Governor Wes Moore speaks the State of the State in the House Chambers at the Maryland State House on February 1, 2023.
Three key moments from Gov. Wes Moore’s State of the State speech
“At a time when civic bonds are frayed, where many feel more disconnected from their neighbors than ever before, service is the antidote to the epidemic of loneliness and otherness.”
Gov. Wes Moore, in a blue suit, gestures as he gives his State of the State speech. Behind Moore, House Speaker Adrienne A. Moore wears a black and red outfit.
Gov. Moore lays out a vision of service in first State of the State address
“At a time when civic bonds are frayed, where many feel more disconnected from their neighbors than ever before, service is the antidote to the epidemic of loneliness and otherness,” Moore said in his speech before lawmakers.
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