Locked-up children left ‘extremely cold’ at Baltimore facility, public defenders say
The detention center in downtown Baltimore houses children who have been charged as adults and are awaiting criminal trials.
What ‘Wicked: For Good’ can teach us about allyship in the real world
In this fraught political moment, what can the witches, lions and wizards of Oz teach us about allyship and living in community with those in need?
Who is Steve Quisenberry? 5 things to know about Baltimore County’s interim inspector general
Baltimore County’s inaugural inspector general, Kelly Madigan, is leaving her post in January to become Howard County‘s first inspector general. The man who will replace her — at least for a while — is her deputy, Steve Quisenberry.
Scott and Bates rift: Allies urge both leaders to cooperate to avoid ‘severe’ fallout
“No agency is perfect, and we welcome good-faith engagement on how to improve our operations,” Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott wrote to Ivan Bates.
Hearing examiner finds Manor Hill Brewing violated zoning laws, but the fight’s not over yet
A Howard County hearing examiner ruled Monday that Manor Hill Brewing violated zoning laws.
She cleaned houses to make ends meet. Now she leads the Montgomery County Council.
Natali Fani-González came to Montgomery County as an undocumented teenager and cleaned houses. Now she’s County Council president.
Montgomery County sheriff loses key endorsements in reelection bid
Montgomery County Sheriff Maxwell Uy has lost key endorsements in his reelection bid, including that of county State’s Attorney John McCarthy.
The Trump administration wants Maryland’s voter rolls
Attorney General Pam Bondi is suing Maryland Elections Administrator Jared DeMarinis to get the state’s voter rolls.
Bates to cut ties with mayor’s public safety office, citing ‘cloak of secrecy’
Ivan Bates outlined numerous complaints about the office, according to a seven-page letter sent to Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott Tuesday.
Trump says Dulles Airport was ‘incorrectly designed.’ Now he plans to fix it.
President Donald Trump said Tuesday that his administration will embark on a reconstruction of Dulles International Airport in northern Virginia.
Man charged in National Guard shooting pleads not guilty from hospital bed
The man accused of shooting two National Guard members near the White House pleaded not guilty Tuesday, appearing before a judge by video from a hospital bed.
Anne Arundel council increases fines for failing to clear snow from sidewalks
The Anne Arundel County Council passed a bill Monday night that increases fines for residents and business owners who fail to clear snow from the sidewalks in front of their properties.
Fani-González unanimously voted Montgomery County Council president
Natali Fani-González will serve as the Montgomery County Council’s next president, councilmembers unanimously voted Tuesday.
Howard County Council advances plans for new Columbia lakefront library
The Howard County Council approved plans for a new library on Columbia's lakefront.
Montgomery County has more than 90 committees and commissions. Few members are from the Upcounty.
Though fewer people live in the Upcounty, a county report shows they are still underrepresented on boards and commissions.
Lauren Lipscomb wants to be Baltimore County’s top prosecutor
For the last several years, Lauren Lipscomb has headed Baltimore City’s Conviction Integrity Unit, where she pushed for the exoneration of incarcerated individuals convicted of crimes they did not commit.
City Council wants more rules on Baltimore Children and Youth Fund spending
Baltimore's BCYF leaders say the changes would limit mission-critical programs, including travel and training.
Facing sustained resident ire, Baltimore City Council housing bill stalls
The bill is the final and most controversial piece of a package of housing bills that have crossed the finish line in recent weeks.
Anne Arundel County executive violated ethics rules in weekly newsletter
The Anne Arundel County Ethics Commission found that County Executive Steuart Pittman, a Democrat, violated local ethics law by getting political in his weekly newsletter to residents.
Baltimore County Inspector General Kelly Madigan leaves for Howard County job
Kelly Madigan, Baltimore County’s first inspector general, is leaving her position after four difficult years to become the first inspector general in Howard County.
