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What to know about Baltimore’s big opioid trial win — and what comes next
There’s another phase to the trial — and likely appeals — after Tuesday’s verdict. The city has laid out a plan to spend settlements over the next 15 years.
Mayor Brandon Scott and city leaders unveiled their plan to spend Baltimore’s opioid settlement money in August.
Drug companies found liable in Baltimore’s opioid crisis, must pay $266M in damages
Two drug distributors, McKesson and AmerisourceBergen, are liable for their role in Baltimore’s deadly opioid crisis, a civil jury found.
Two drug distributors, McKesson and AmerisourceBergen, will split over $266 million in damages if a Baltimore jury’s verdict survives a likely appeal.
Former Gov. Martin O’Malley exploring run for DNC chair
Former Maryland governor and Baltimore Mayor Martin O’Malley is among the names being floated to lead the Democratic National Committee after latest Trump victory.
WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 11: Social Security Commissioner Martin O'Malley testifies before the Senate Committee on the Budget at the U.S. Capitol on September 11, 2024 in Washington, DC. The hearing was entitled "Social Security Forever: Delivering Benefits and Protecting Retirement Security"
Baltimore County wasted $17K on highway toll late fees and citations, report finds
The Baltimore County inspector general found the county wasted more than $17,000 on unnecessary tolls and fees. It should have gotten, or in some cases properly used, E-ZPass transponders.
Brett Wilson, a Harford county resident and University of Baltimore student, adjusts his E-ZPass inside of his car in Bel Air, Maryland on Thursday, October 17, 2024.
Kenneth Oliver, Baltimore County Council’s first Black member, dies
Kenneth Oliver was elected in 2002 and represented the 4th District for more than a decade in Baltimore County.
Kenneth Oliver at the opening of the Metro Crossing luxury apartments in Owings Mills in 2013.
Sarah Elfreth heads to Washington with a to-do list and everything she wanted. Almost.
After a year of campaigning, fundraising, of juggling her role as a state senator and the owner of a new dog — state Sen. Sarah Elfreth will take the oath of office on Jan. 3 as a member of the 119th Congress. It’s not exactly what she wanted.
Congresswoman-elect Sarah Elfreth talks with Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman at her election night party in Annapolis.
Sources: Public Works employee died due to ‘driver error’
The driver of the garbage truck backed into the sanitation worker, pinning him against a wooden light pole, the sources said.
DPW worker Timothy Cartwell was fatally struck by a garbage truck while working in this alley in the 1800 block of Baker Street on Friday.
Here’s what we know about bomb threats at Maryland elections offices
Bomb threats were emailed to 15 local elections offices in Maryland on Friday night. They appear to be from overseas.
A board of elections worker prepares to feed mail-in ballots into a machine for counting during canvassing at the Anne Arundel County Board of Elections.
Democracy was a motivating factor for both Harris and Trump voters, but for very different reasons
The idea that democracy is under attack motivated both Harris and Trump voters, but in starkly different ways.
At left, supporters at a campaign rally for Vice President Kamala Harris in Washington, D.C., in October. At right, supporters at a campaign rally for former President Donald Trump in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, in November.
Baltimore’s opioid trial could hinge on highly paid expert witnesses
Baltimore’s opioid trial against the two drug distributors who didn’t settle has become, in many ways, a contest of expert witnesses.
6/28/22—The exterior of the Baltimore City Circuit Courthouse., Elijah E. Cummings Courthouse, Courthouse East
A hidden gem no more: Cumberland’s offer of $20,000 to relocate goes viral
Small-town charm meets big-city attention as Cumberland’s relocation program goes viral.
More than 1,000 applicants are vying for 10 grant awards to move to Cumberland.
Mary Pat Clarke, a beloved trailblazer in Baltimore politics, dies at 83
The first woman elected to serve as president of Baltimore City Council, Mary Pat Clarke died on Sunday morning, according to sources close to her.
Mary Pat Clarke
What’s next for Larry Hogan? Despite Senate loss, ex-gov has options
Former Gov. Larry Hogan hinted that this year’s Senate race isn’t the last we’ve seen from him, saying: “Our work and our commitment to a brighter future and a better path forward will continue.”
Former Gov. Larry Hogan walks off stage after giving his concession speech after losing U.S. senate seat at during his Election Night Victory Party held at The Graduate in Annapolis, on Tuesday, November 5, 2024.
Democrat April McClain Delaney wins US House seat in competitive Maryland race
Democrat April McClain Delaney narrowly won a U.S. House seat in Maryland’s most competitive congressional race that came to focus on reproductive rights and the economy.
Congressional Candidate for Maryland’s 6th District April McClain Delaney speaks to the crowd at the Women’s Empowerment Rally at Platoon 22 Veteran Services Center in Frederick, MD on Friday, September 13, 2024.
DPW worker dies from injuries sustained while collecting trash in West Baltimore
A city sanitation worker died after being injured while on duty, according to the Baltimore City Department of Public Works.
A city sanitation worker died after being injured while on duty, according to the Baltimore City Department of Public Works.
Maryland women wonder: Will America ever elect a female president?
After loses by Hillary Clinton and Kamala Harris, Maryland women in politics ponder whether they will see a woman president in their lifetime.
ASTON, PENNSYLVANIA - OCTOBER 23: Democratic presidential nominee, U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris pauses during a CNN Presidential Town Hall at Sun Center Studios on October 23, 2024 in Aston, Pennsylvania. With less than two weeks to Election Day, Harris spent the day in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and made a visit to Famous 4th Street Delicatessen to greet supporters.
Moore says state investigating bomb threats at local elections offices
Gov. Wes Moore said late Friday that his office is working with state and local officials to address bomb threats that were reported at local elections offices across Maryland. The state’s top elections official said those tallying votes were evacuated and “everyone is safe.”
Baltimore residents cast their votes inside the polling location at Margaret Brent Elementary/Middle School on Tuesday.
McClain Delaney declares victory in race for Western Maryland House seat
In Maryland's 6th District congressional race, Democrat April McClain Delaney's lead over Republican Neil Parrott grew after mail-in votes were counted.
Democrat April McClain Delaney declared victory Friday over Republican Neil Parrott in Maryland's 6th congressional district.
Harriet Tubman will become a one-star general. She’s still not on the $20 bill.
The trailblazing abolitionist and conductor on the Underground Railroad will be posthumously commissioned as a one-star general in the Maryland National Guard.
Photograph shows Harriet Tubman (1822-1913) at midlife. She is seated, turned toward the left. One hand rests on the back of a wooden chair, another rests in her lap.
Gov. Moore vows to protect Marylanders in second Trump administration
Gov. Wes Moore on Friday outlined a plan for the state to protect the interests of Marylanders under the incoming Donald Trump administration.
Maryland Governor Wes Moore outlines a plan for the state to protect the interests of Maryland under the incoming Donald Trump administration.
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