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Though he was immensely wealthy — he was reputed by fellow Declaration signers to be the richest among them, richer even than John Hancock — he was a Catholic, and that made all the difference. - Samuel Chase missed the vote for independence, but he still got to sign below John Hancock.
- Here's what led up to former Baltimore Mayor Catherine Pugh's indictment on 11 counts of fraud and tax evasion.
- Former Prince George’s County Executive Rushern Baker is joining the board of the troubled University of Maryland Medical System.
- Confused about what's going on in the fight between Larry Hogan and the Democrats over the state budget? Here's what you need to know.
- Many Maryland parents struggle to feed their kids when they have to stretch their SNAP dollars during the summer months. A new program will address this.
- In Carroll County, commissioner government “Loyalists” repeat and rehash the same myths about charter government. It’s time to put these fables to the test.
- Maryland Democrats are deriding Republican Governor Larry Hogan's pledge of bipartisanship as he withholds money intended for Baltimore.
- A new Maryland law requires greater transparency in disclosing fees paid by the state’s pension system to investment firms.
- Here is the story of Charles Carroll of Carrollton, the Marylander who was the only Catholic signer of the Declaration of Independence.
- The family of Zubida Byrom was awarded a record $229.6 million, which could help the brain-damaged child, but isn't likely to mean any more changes.
- Despite recent upheaval surrounding Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, the musicians played the annual July Fourth concert at Oregon Ridge.
- Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan won’t release any of the funding legislators sought to add to the state budget.
- Gov. Larry Hogan is spinning himself in circles to try to make himself look fiscally responsible and the legislature profligate. Don't buy it.
- Republicans in Congress must address threats to our democracy and help give states the tools and resources they need to protect our elections.
- Mayor Young and Police Commissioner Harrison declared support for Baltimore's immigrants as they announced a new police policy to not aid ICE.
- If Gov. Larry Hogan chooses not to spend money the legislature fenced off for its priorities, it won't be because he's worried about Maryland's fiscal health.
- As the fiscal year begins, Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan hasn't said whether he'll release millions of dollars for programs the legislature added to the budget.
- Consider this a call-to-action to fast track Charm City into “Smart City” fully connected for the digital world.
- The death of University of Maryland football player Jordan McNair revealed deep problems with the school's administration.
- The Office Street entrance to the Harford County Courthouse in Bel Air has opened and the Courtland Street side is closed as part of an ongoing renovation.
- The arrest of an attorney for smuggling suboxone into a state prison for a client shows the need to make the drug more available to inmates.
- A Maryland law expands treatment funds for those with hepatits C, but still leaves out a significant group based on whether they have liver damage.
- Among several hundred new Maryland laws taking effect July 1 is an expanded tax credit to help parents pay child care costs that average of $18,000 a year.
- As a panel touted the benefits of charter government in a town hall meeting Thursday, citizens peppered them with questions that were largely skeptical.
- For Carroll County, the U.S. Supreme Court offered a chance to address gerrymandered districts that were drawn to favor Democrats. It didn't deliver.
- Jane B. Viele, a Harford County preservationist and gardener whose home. Mount Friendship, was featured on garden tours, has died at 97.
- Talks between Maryland Jockey Club and Baltimore are progressing, raising hope of keeping Preakness at Pimlico
- The U.S. Supreme Court ruled in a 5-4 decision that federal courts are not the appropriate venue to resolve allegations of partisan gerrymandering.
- One year after a gunman tried to silence the Annapolis Capital, the journalists there are covering the community with passion and diligence.
- The Supreme Court decided that complaints of partisan gerrymandering — including allegations brought in Maryland — should not be resolved by federal courts.
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Forget Russian hackers, the Supreme Court's gerrymandering decision just crippled American democracy
The Supreme Court's decision in redistricting cases out of Maryland and North Carolina removes any obstacles to outright partisan gerrymandering. - The Carroll County Republican Central Committee opposes charter government, while the Democrats are waiting to choose a side.
- A Maryland General Assembly task force began its work on studying possible legalization of cannabis for adult use.
- The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra owed its vendors $2.1 million as of late April — and its debt has almost doubled in 19 months.
- A contract to review the more than 40-year-old agreements is set to be issued in September, county officials said.
- Maryland Senate President Mike Miller will meet with Gov. Larry Hogan to appeal for millions to fund technology for Baltimore police and school construction.
- Developers worry the expiration of a city property tax credit will undermine Baltimore's new home construction and renovation market.
- There are plenty of ways to learn more about each type of county government and for each citizen to decide for themselves which form they prefer.
- This week, Carroll countians have the opportunity to educate themselves further on charter government. It’s an opportunity that should be taken advantage of.
- The fact is that under the charter form, it is not necessary to have a county executive.
- Negotiations between the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra management and the musicians’ union ended Friday afternoon.
- Marylanders support renewable energy and reject greenhouse gas emissions so why is government still not entirely on board?
- Md. senator: Gov. Larry Hogan appointed UMMS board members who had donated to his campaign. While that's not illegal, it does further erode public trust.
- The value of constructing energy efficient, low-polluting buildings outweighs their cost.
- Even some Republicans in Baltimore-area local governments are showing a willingness to raise taxes to fund schools.
- Negotiations aimed at resolving the impasse between the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra and its musicians are quietly going on behind the scenes.
- Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan has signed an executive order to strengthen the state's defenses against cyber attacks.
- State Attorney General Brian Frosh has asked a judge to dismiss a federal lawsuit by a company seeking to build a pipeline in western Maryland.
- University presidents: Taking a broader, regional approach can bring together the resources and partnerships that can help lift up Baltimore.
