John King rose from civics teacher to education secretary. Now the ‘policy nerd’ wants to be Maryland governor.
John King is attempting to transform from educator to politician as he runs for governor of Maryland in 2022.
Wes Moore: Author, veteran, nonprofit chief seeks to add ‘governor’ to his resume
Amid a crowded field of candidates, Moore has drawn the most attention. He’s both a lightning rod for criticism and a beacon of hope for change in Maryland.
Maryland leaders react strongly to Supreme Court overturning Roe
Friday's Supreme Court ruling striking down Roe v. Wade drew strong reactions from Maryland leaders.
Roe decision sounds alarm in local LGBTQ community about future of same-sex marriage
Members of the Baltimore-area LGBTQ community worry about the fate of same-sex marriage after Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas suggested the decision should be reconsidered.
Here’s where Maryland’s candidates for governor stand on abortion access
The Baltimore Banner asked Maryland gubernatorial candidates about abortion access as part of our voter guide questionnaire.
With Roe v. Wade overturned, Maryland will be key for abortion seekers
As one of 13 states with strong laws that protect the right to an abortion, Maryland will play a key role for those looking to end a pregnancy.
Roe v. Wade overturned: It’s not really about the children
Whenever one believes life begins, many who oppose abortion have never supported the lives of children once they’re born.
How to support abortion-rights groups in Maryland
Here are some local and national organizations working to ensure people will still be able to end unwanted pregnancies.
Here’s the case Maryland Democrats are making to host an early presidential primary
The Democratic Party is considering rearranging the lineup of primaries for 2024, potentially bumping Iowa and New Hampshire from their coveted spots early on in the process.
Tom Perez helped national Democrats reclaim power. Can he do the same in Maryland?
Perez has become the favorite of progressive Democrats in this campaign, sewing up endorsements from several large labor unions and the advocacy group Progressive Maryland.
Baltimore City Council approves budget, but cuts $500,000 from sheriff citing eviction concerns
Council members are asking Mayor Brandon Scott to redirect the money to legal aid for tenants facing eviction.
Maryland’s rules for concealed carry gun permits in jeopardy after Supreme Court ruling
Maryland Attorney General Brian Frosh said his team is examining the high court’s ruling to see how it affects the issuance of permits in Maryland, known legally as “wear and carry” permits.
No computer, but Baltimore sheriff runs on experience in reelection bid
Baltimore City Sheriff John W. Anderson is seeking a ninth term in the July 19 Democratic primary. But his challenger, Sam Cogen, a former top deputy, would like to change that. Cogen believes that the sheriff’s office could and should take a more active role in reducing violent crime in the city, in part by adopting modern technology to make the office more efficient.
Peter Franchot is an ‘outsider’ who spent his career in Maryland politics. Can he become a successful governor?
Peter Franchot has led multiple political lives, from being a liberal lawmaker to a more politically moderate tax collector. Now he wants to be Maryland's governor.
As gubernatorial candidates vie for votes in Baltimore, do their promises align with what residents really need?
A new executive could matter more to Baltimore than any other Maryland jurisdiction.
Why this year’s Baltimore budget debate was so contentious and what to watch during this week’s final vote
During this year’s tumultuous budget process, Baltimore City Council members kept agency leaders in marathon hearings and aired sharp grievances with Mayor Brandon Scott’s spending plan.
The broken rainbow: the gender and race divide in the LGBTQ community
As Pride celebrations sweep the country this month, there will undoubtedly be stories of joy and triumph. But behind the colorful parades, energized performances by drag queens, and an overall appearance of a unified front lie the realities of a fractured LGBTQ community.
How a Baltimore social worker became the tough U.S. arms negotiator with Russia
Wendy Sherman’s unlikely origin story traces from her youth in Baltimore and work in Maryland state government to leading U.S. arms negotiations with world powers.
Baltimore County often fails to meet state open records requirements
Baltimore County has missed deadlines, withheld completed records requests and failed to disclose that records were altered, according to a Baltimore Banner review.
