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    Maryland Department of the Environment says it needs more staff to do what the law requires
    In its staffing report, the agency said that it will need to conduct “close to an additional 800 inspections per month, or 9,600 inspections per year” to effectively run its compliance program.
    SKIDMORE, MD: The Chesapeake Bay Bridge can be seen from the beach at Sandy Point State Park.
    Wes Moore says he’ll hand control of his investments to a blind trust if elected governor
    Moore has a vast array of investments and business interests and holds positions on the boards of several corporations, all presenting a minefield of potential conflicts of interest should he become the state’s chief executive.
    Wes Moore, the Democratic candidate for Maryland governor, makes a visit to the Odenton MARC station, Wednesday, October 26, 2022.
    Read Maryland Democratic governor candidate Wes Moore’s financial disclosures
    Moore has pledged to put his investments into a blind trust and step down from corporate boards he serves on.
    Wes Moore, the Democratic candidate for Maryland governor, makes a visit to the Odenton MARC station, Wednesday, October 26, 2022.
    Maryland voters will decide whether to legalize marijuana in November
    Legislators and cannabis policy stakeholders are already planning for what's next should Maryland voters approve Question 4.
    COLUMBIA COUNTY, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 07: Cannabis plants are grown at a Claudine Field Apothecary farm on October 07, 2022 in Columbia County, New York. NYS Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) made its final stop in its Harvest Tour at Claudine Field Apothecary farms, a Columbia County farm, whose farmers received a Conditional Cultivation license and are one of the first Black farmers in the legal adult-use cannabis industry. The OCM was created following the passing of the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act in March, 2021. The office upholds a framework for the production, licensing, packaging, marketing, and sale of cannabis for both medical and adult use in New York.
    Vice President Kamala Harris fires up Baltimore Democrats while Republicans rally in Owings Mills
    Both parties are intensifying get-out-the-vote efforts with 10 days until Election Day
    Kamala Harris and Wes Moore embrace in front of a blue background.
    Banner political notes: A new gig for Schulz, advice from Hillary Clinton, one candidate’s ‘big head’
    After losing the Republican primary for governor, Kelly Schulz landed on her feet; Mayor Brandon Scott’s top lobbyist is leaving City Hall for a private firm in Annapolis.
    Maryland, Baltimore City, Baltimore County politics
    Moore raises nearly $6 million, Cox $562,000 in closing stretch of Maryland governor race
    Heading into final weeks of the campaign, Democratic candidate has nearly $4 million in the bank
    Dan Cox and Wes Moore.
    Embattled Gunpowder Falls State Park official resigns as president of Maryland Rangers Association
    Officials said this week that Dean Hughes had been placed on leave from his position as the park’s assistant manager “until further notice.”
    A sign at the entrance of Gunpowder Falls State Park Sweet Air Area.
    Maryland Health Department mismanaged contractor, overpaid $223.5 million in claims, audit finds
    The audit found the state never vetted subcontractors, ignored warnings about the vendor from a current customer, and failed to test the vendor’s system for processing behavioral health claims before launching it.
    Gov. Larry Hogan today announced the nomination of Dennis R. Schrader as Secretary of the Maryland Health Dept.   Schrader has served as the Acting Secretary since December 2020, replacing Robert R. Neall, who retired.
    Audit finds Maryland agency wasn’t properly verifying eligibility for benefits
    Among the auditor’s findings: the Department of Human Services did not properly track eligibility requirements, paid vendors millions of dollars without ensuring the work was completed and neglected to maintain paper records crucial to proving recipients’ eligibility.
    Illustration of three paper chains cut out of personal documents, with links missing from each paper chain.
    Poll: Wes Moore and Democrats hold strong leads as voting begins
    Third independent poll of the fall election season shows statewide advantage for Democratic candidates.
    Wes Moore, the Democratic candidate for Maryland governor and Democratic candidate Steuart Pittman makes a visit to the Odenton MARC station, Wednesday, October 26, 2022.
    How, when and where to vote in Maryland’s 2022 elections
    Voting by mail has already started, and early in-person voting starts Thursday.
    Paper ballot voting booths at Owings Mills High School in Baltimore County.
    Maryland lawmakers call for independent review of misconduct at Gunpowder Falls State Park
    Citing their ‘horror’ over what they called the ‘systemic abuse of employees’ at Maryland’s largest state park, two legislators are questioning a state agency’s handling of repeated complaints there.
    Construction on the Maryland State House in Annapolis began in 1772 and it's the oldest state capital building in the nation still in continuous legislative use. The building's dome is undergoing a rehabilitation project.
    $100k settlement in Baltimore County State’s Attorney civil rights case shows ‘need for reform,’ lawyers say
    First Amendment cases — especially against public officials afforded immunities — are among the most difficult to win, lawyers say.
    Illustration of young woman's profile in front of facade of county courts building, police officer, and official in suit.
    Former President Obama endorses Wes Moore in race for Maryland governor
    Obama remains wildly popular among Maryland Democrats, with 91% giving him a favorable rating in a June poll from Goucher College in partnership with The Baltimore Banner and WYPR.
    Wes Moore, Democratic Gubernatorial candidate, speaks to supporters at R. House on July 19.
    Democrat Wes Moore, leading Maryland’s governor’s race, still working to win over voters
    While Moore has the clear advantage in this election, his candidacy is not without challenges.
    Democratic candidate for Maryland Governor Wes Moore and running mate for Lt Governor, Aruna Miller, held  fundraiser at Reginald F. Lewis Museum
    A guide to the Maryland constitutional amendments on November’s ballot
    Voters will decide whether to legalize marijuana, rename the state's top courts and more.
    Question 4 on the Maryland statewide ballot is about legalizing marijuana use for adults
    Behind in polls, fundraising Republican Dan Cox still believes he can win over Maryland voters
    The Republican nominee for governor is at a stark disadvantage as he tries to overcome the numbers and fundraising advantage held by state Democrats.
    Maryland Republican gubernatorial nominee Dan Cox speaks to reporters outside Baltimore City's school headquarters building on Monday, Sept. 19, 2022 about opponent Wes Moore's book, "The Other Wes Moore." When asked by reporters about whether he'll accept the results of the general election, Cox did not give a clear answer.
    Banner political notes: Glassman’s photo op; A solo candidate forum; Ferguson’s crab-picking
    Glassman did not answer specific questions about where and when the photo with Trump was taken or if the men exchanged any words. Their only meeting was photographed before Trump ran for president, Glassman said through a spokesperson.
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    Video shows Maryland gubernatorial nominee Dan Cox accepting gift from man who claims membership in the Proud Boys
    The Cox campaign issued a statement claiming Cox did not understand who the young man was.
    Dan Cox, a candidate for the Republican gubernatorial nomination, speaks with reporters during a primary election night event on July 19, 2022 in Emmitsburg, Maryland. Voters will choose candidates during the primary for governor and seats in the House of Representatives in the upcoming November election.
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