Allison Pickard wins Democratic primary for Anne Arundel County executive
Allison Pickard won the Democratic primary for Anne Arundel County executive. She faced a tough three-way race against a fellow member of the County Council and a senior member of County Executive Steuart Pittman’s administration.
Councilwoman Allison Pickard speaks at an election night celebration with volunteers and fellow candidates. As of 10:45 p.m., she had a strong lead in the Democratic Primary to be the next Anne Arundel County Executive.
Governor rematch: Democrat Wes Moore will again face GOP’s Dan Cox
Cox and Ed Hale ran low-dollar, low-visibility campaigns in the Republican primary. The winner will need to turn up his fundraising prowess to amplify his message against Moore.
From left, Democratic candidate Gov. Wes Moore, and Republican candidates Ed Hale Sr. and Dan Cox.
Votes are in, but Maryland’s primary isn’t over
The Maryland primary election is technically not over yet. Election officials will comb through thousands of ballots over the next few weeks.
Bingo waits as his owner, Bud Lobb, center, votes at Engine House No. 2 on Light Street in Federal Hill in Baltimore on Tuesday.
Incumbent Ashley Esposito leads Baltimore City school board race
Challengers Kevin W. Parson and Jamar Day ended Tuesday night neck-and-neck for the fourth spot on November’s ballot.
Incumbent Ashley “Ash” Esposito took the lead in the race for two seats on the Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners.
What happened on primary election night in Baltimore County
Baltimore County’s political leadership is on the cusp of a sweeping makeover after Tuesday’s primary election.
Julian Jones addresses supporters at his primary watch party at the Sheraton Baltimore North Hotel in Towson on Tuesday evening.
Julian Jones leads in Baltimore County Executive race
Julian Jones could become Baltimore County's first Black executive amid a close race and delayed results from mail-in ballots.
Julian Jones addresses supporters at his primary election night watch party at the Sheraton Baltimore North Hotel in Towson on Tuesday evening.
What we learned from Maryland’s 2026 primary election results
Tuesday’s elections were — mostly — decisive, with winners declared for governor, Congress, county executive and contested House of Delegates races.
Bill Ferguson is interviewed by reporters following his victory speech at his primary election night watch party at the Firefighters Union Hall in Baltimore on Tuesday evening.
House gives final approval to bipartisan housing bill aimed at lowering costs
The Senate passed a bipartisan housing bill on Monday that aims to reduce federal regulations and expand local control, one of the most sweeping efforts in recent decades to increase supply and bring down prices.
The U.S. Capitol is seen on the second day of the government shutdown, in Washington, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025.
Moderate Democrats score wins in primary election in Anne Arundel County
Here’s a look at how candidates fared in the key races in Anne Arundel County on primary night.
Rep. Sarah Elfreth joins County Councilwoman Allison Pickard as election results come in Tuesday night.
Howard County voters embrace diversity in Tuesday’s primary
Here’s a look at how candidates fared in Howard County during Tuesday’s primary, aside from the county executive’s race.
Gov. Wes Moore hugs Vanessa Atterbeary as she comes on stage to speak to her supporters during her election night watch party at Merriweather Post Pavilion, in Columbia, MD, Tuesday, June 23, 2026.
Baltimore sheriff challenger Sabrina Tapp-Harper celebrates apparent victory over Sam Cogen
The election was a bit of a grudge match, with Tapp-Harper suing Cogen for alleged discrimination and retaliation.
Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott hugs Sabrina Tapp-Harper at her primary election watch party in Baltimore on Tuesday evening.
Ruff defeats Attar in contentious West Baltimore state Senate race
Ruff picked up endorsements from Gov. Wes Moore, Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott, U.S. Rep. Kweisi Mfume, state Sen. Antonio Hayes, former Baltimore Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake and seven Baltimore City Council members.
Malcolm Ruff addresses supporters at his primary election watch party at the Forest Park Golf Course in Baltimore on Tuesday evening.
Bill Ferguson beats Bobby LaPin in Baltimore state Senate primary
Should Ferguson lose, which polling from both camps shows is unlikely, it would set off a scramble within the General Assembly to fill his role running the state Senate.
Bobby LaPin, left, and Senate President Bill Ferguson.
Maryland congressional races: Mfume defeats Conway in Democratic primary
U.S. Rep. Kweisi Mfume defeated challenger Mark Conway in the Democratic primary to represent a district with a large Baltimore footprint.
The U.S. Capitol surrounded by trees, in Washington, D.C., on June 12, 2025.
Sarah David leads 19-year incumbent Scott Shellenberger for Baltimore County state’s attorney
Sarah David led 19-year incumbent Scott Shellenberger on Tuesday night in the race to become the Democratic nominee for Baltimore County state’s attorney.
Sarah David, left, and Scott Shellenberger.
Tara Jackson will likely remain top prosecutor in Prince George’s County
Jackson has been the county’s interim state's attorney since last June.
Tara Jackson stands with her son as she addresses supporters in Largo on Election Day.
Del. Adrian Boafo wins Democratic nomination to succeed Steny Hoyer
State Del. Adrian Boafo emerged Tuesday from a field of 23 candidates to secure the Democratic nomination to represent Maryland’s 5th Congressional District.
Adrian Boafo addresses supporters at his primary election night watch party at IBEW Local 26 in Lanham on Tuesday evening.
Vanessa Atterbeary wins Democratic primary for Howard County executive race
She's on track to become the first Black woman to serve in as Howard County executive.
Vanessa Atterbeary addresses supporters at her election night watch party at Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia on Tuesday.
Will Milam wins race for Montgomery County sheriff
Will Milam has a commanding lead over incumbent Maxwell Uy for Montgomery County sheriff.
Challenger Will Milam led incumbent Maxwell Uy in a contentious sheriff’s race in which the union representing sheriff’s deputies endorsed Milam.
Lazo, Diaz and McCarthy looking strong in the Montgomery County school board primary race
Two of the board’s eight seats were on the ballot in the June 23 primary, even though the board is technically nonpartisan. The winners advance to November’s general election.
Four of the board’s eight seats were on the ballot in the June 23 primary, though only two of them were competitive.
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