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New laws that kick in July 1: Boosting the number of teachers, opioid treatment oversight and more
Dozens of bills passed by Maryland lawmakers earlier this year will become law come July 1.
An American flag is caught on top of a lamppost in front of the Maryland State House dome in Annapolis, Md. on Thursday, May 15, 2025.
Maryland among states with child death in hot car as rising summer heat increases dangers
So far this year, nine children have died after being left unattended in vehicles.
Outside temperature is displayed in comparison to the inside temperature of a vehicle on Thursday June 26, 2025 in Belle Glade, Fla. during an event to raise awareness about the dangers of leaving children unattended in vehicles. (AP Photo/Cody Jackson)
A Baltimore rec center is using TikTok but not how you think
“It’s our way of meeting them where they are at and allowing them to be themselves,” Baltimore's Farring Baybrook Rec Center Director Bertha Mae Coleman said.
From left, Kennedy Young, Jakyra Herring, and Brailyn Knight pose for a photo under the decorations at a TikTok party at the Farring Baybrook Recreation Center on June 13, 2025.
BGE customers could get rebates of $80, starting as soon as August
Maryland legislators earmarked $200 million for rebates to utility customers earlier this year. An estimated $80 per customer could appear on bills as soon as August.
Baltimore Gas and Electric Compaby and other utility customers will receive an estimated $80 rebate, which will be applied to two utility bills.
Commentary: Supreme Court’s ruling on LGBTQIA+ books is a slippery, hateful slope
The Supreme Court’s decision to let Montgomery County parents exempt their children from public school lessons using LGBTQIA+ books is a subtle tool of hate.
WASHINGTON, DC - APRIL 22: Protesters in support of LGBTQ+ rights and against book bans demonstrate outside of the U.S. Supreme Court Building on April 22, 2025 in Washington, DC. U.S. Supreme Court Justices heard arguments for the case of Mahmoud v. Taylor where a coalition of parents from Montgomery County, Maryland, say that a school requiring their children to participate in classes that include LGBTQ themes violates their religious beliefs and thus their First Amendment right to freely exercise their religion.
‘A painful setback’: Montgomery County leaders react to Supreme Court ruling on LGBTQIA+ books
A group of parents from Montgomery County had contended that the books violated their First Amendment right to exercise their religion freely.
The United States Supreme Court building in Washington, D.C. on Friday, January 3, 2025.
Lawyers for Kilmar Abrego Garcia ask judge to keep him in jail over deportation concerns
Attorneys for Kilmar Abrego Garcia asked a federal judge in Tennessee on Friday to delay his release from jail amid concerns he’d be deported upon release.
This courtroom sketch depicts Kilmar Abrego Garcia sitting in court during his detention hearing on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, in Nashville, Tenn.
Supreme Court limits nationwide injunctions, but fate of Trump birthright citizenship order unclear
The decision to bar nationwide injunctions was a victory for President Trump, who has complained about judges throwing up obstacles to his agenda.
WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 20:  Donald Trump is sworn into office by Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts as Melania Trump holds the Bible  in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda on January 20, 2025 in Washington, DC. Donald Trump takes office for his second term as the 47th president of the United States. (Photo by Julia Demaree Nikhinson - Pool/Getty Images)
Judge gives Baltimore more time to decide if it will take smaller payout in opioid lawsuit
A judge extended the deadline for Baltimore City to decide if it would accept a smaller payout in its opioid lawsuit and agreed to rule on abatement first.
Mayor Brandon Scott must decide if the city wants to seek a new trial or accept a reduced verdict in its lawsuit against opioid companies.
Neighbors seek answers after Baltimore police shoot, kill 70-year-old woman
This is the second fatal Baltimore Police officer-involved shooting in West Baltimore in a little more than a week.
Janet Bailey, who runs a community fridge on Ashburton Street, placed flowers and a sign reading “We Mourn Our Loss” at Mosher and Ashburton on Thursday, June 26, 2025, urging others to add names and tributes for the 70-year-old woman fatally shot by police.
Justice Department says Kilmar Abrego Garcia will face US trial before any move to deport him again
The Justice Department said Thursday that it intends to try Kilmar Abrego Garcia on federal smuggling charges in Tennessee before it moves to deport him, addressing fears that he could be expelled again from the U.S. within days.
This courtroom sketch depicts Kilmar Abrego Garcia sitting in court during his detention hearing on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, in Nashville, Tenn.
Maryland restarts process to redevelop State Center in Baltimore
The state — once again — is looking to hire a consultant to develop a plan for the site.
For years the center has been seen as a key site to unlock revival in West Baltimore
What to know about Supreme Court ruling 10 years ago that legalized same-sex marriage in US
A landmark U.S. Supreme Court ruling 10 years ago on June 26, 2015, legalized same-sex marriage across the U.S.
In a 5-4 decision, the Supreme Court ruled in 2015 that the right to marry is fundamental.
5 takeaways about Betsy Fox Tolentino, Maryland’s new juvenile services head
Betsy Fox Tolentino is a few weeks into her new job and already has her eye on building trust and confidence in a troubled system.
Betsy Fox Tolentino is the newly appointed acting secretary of the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services.
Kristi Noem blames Maryland law for Baltimore ICE holding room conditions
The Banner first reported in April about people detained by ICE who had been spending multiple days at the facility in a room.
The George H. Fallon Federal Building in downtown Baltimore where the ICE field office is located.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia to remain in jail while attorneys spar whether he’ll be swiftly deported
Kilmar Abrego Garcia is expected to be released from jail in Tennessee on Wednesday, only to be taken into immigration custody.
Jennifer Vasquez Sura, the wife of Kilmar Abrego Garcia of Maryland, who was mistakenly deported to El Salvador, speaks during a news conference at CASA's Multicultural Center in Hyattsville, Md., April 4, 2025
Maryland’s government hiring ‘freeze’ may end up more of a chill
Maryland's government hiring freeze has exceptions, including for law enforcement, public safety and “priority hires.”
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore listens to speakers at the South Carolina Democratic Party's Blue Palmetto Dinner in Columbia, S.C. on Friday, May 30, 2025.
AmeriCorps denies $4.6M grant to Notre Dame Mission Volunteers
Notre Dame Mission Volunteers will cut staff and reduce the number of participants after AmeriCorps denied its request for a $4.6 million grant.
AmeriCorps denied the Notre Dame Mission Volunteers a $4.6 million grant.
Facing pressure, Maryland’s juvenile services agency gets leader with deep roots, high stakes
Hard conversations will come, but Betsy Fox Tolentino said she’ll listen to law enforcement partners, community members and staff.
Betsy Fox Tolentino is the newly appointed acting secretary of the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services.
Trump administration sues Maryland federal judges over order blocking removal of immigrants
The Trump administration has filed a lawsuit against federal judges in Maryland over an order that blocks the immediate removal of any detained immigrant who requests a court hearing.
Attorney General Pam Bondi speaks as Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche listens during a news conference about Kilmar Abrego Garcia at the Justice Department, Friday June 6, 2025, in Washington.
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