Chesapeake Offense Stalled in Loss to SeaWolves
The Chesapeake Baysox fell 5-1 to the Erie SeaWolves on Thursday as John Peck’s grand slam and Andrew Jenkins’ solo homer powered Erie. Chesapeake returns home May 5 to face Altoona.
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Infant Suffers Life-Threatening Injuries in Prince Frederick
Calvert County authorities arrested 35-year-old Branden Pernell Mackall of Prince Frederick on April 29 after deputies found an infant with apparent assault injuries. Mackall faces first- and second-degree c...
Thousands of Marylanders downgraded health plans on ACA marketplace amid rising premiums
As fewer Marylanders qualify for federal tax breaks that used to keep health care costs down, state officials report that higher monthly premiums have led thousands to opt for lower-coverage healthcare plans...
Can Maryland remain the “crab capital” if consumers can’t buy crabmeat?
Maryland diners love to eat blue crabs, crustaceans native to the Chesapeake Bay that have been a culinary favorite in the region for centuries. But a federal effort to restrict imported crabmeat has sparked...
CCPS Superintendent Calls for Action After School Gun Incidents
Charles County Public Schools Superintendent Maria Navarro calls on parents, officials and community for help after two students brought loaded firearms — including a ghost gun and machine-gun conversion p...
Chalk the Walk Returns to Calvert for Kids’ Mental Health
Calvert County’s fifth annual Chalk the Walk runs May 3-9 for Mental Health Awareness Month. Families, schools and businesses are invited to create chalk messages and artwork promoting hope for children’...
Charles County Advances FY 2027 Budget After Public Input
Charles County commissioners reviewed FY 2027 budget details, held a public hearing, approved accessory dwelling unit zoning changes and reallocated $1.5 million in funds during April 28-29 meetings. Public...
Charles County Judge Hands Down 118-Year Sentence
Dennis Demoine Smith, 66, of Nanjemoy, received 118 years in prison April 28, 2026, after conviction on 265 counts of child pornography and computer exploitation offenses in Charles County Circuit Court.
Charles County Walk Honors Victims of Drunk Driving
The Halbleib family hosts the annual Taylor’s Trot memorial walk/run on May 17, 2026, at Gilbert Run Park in Charlotte Hall. The event honors Taylor Halbleib, Ethan Ruefly and Autumn Jenkins — victims of...
Health Dept Rolls Out Medically Tailored Meals Today
Maryland Department of Health launched its Medically Tailored Meals program April 27 2026 providing 1 million customized meals to over 3 000 participants in six counties. Free six month service helps manage...
Machine-Gun Conversion Pistol Seized from Waldorf High School Student
Charles County authorities recovered a loaded polymer handgun with a machine-gun switch from a locker at St. Charles High School on April 30, the second firearm incident in two days. Students were dismissed...
Maryland 250 Contest Seeks Biggest State Trees
Maryland Forest Service and Forestry Foundation launch the “Maryland 250” White Oak Contest May 1-Dec. 31, 2026. Find and measure the largest white oaks in eligible state forests for cash prizes up to $5...
Maryland Goes Green for Mental Health Month
Maryland Department of Health and Mental Health Association launch fourth annual “Go Green for Mental Health” campaign for Awareness Month. Buildings illuminate green May 10-16 and on May 1. Residents ur...
May Day Rallies Call for Workers Over Billionaires
More than 30 May Day rallies are planned across Maryland on May 1 as part of a national day of action for workers’ rights. Hundreds expected at Baltimore’s Druid Hill Park for a block party, organization...
Moore Signs 200 Bills, Bans Grocery Data Pricing Gouging
Governor Wes Moore signed nearly 200 bills Thursday, including Maryland’s first-in-nation ban on data-driven grocery price hikes, voting rights safeguards, foster care reforms and agricultural education fu...
Moore Signs Bills Protecting MD Workers From Payday App Fees
Governor Wes Moore signed the Earned Wage Access bill banning exploitative tips and expanded the Access to Banking Act to boost financial services for low- and moderate-income Marylanders. The measures prote...
Seven Laurel Men Arrested After Jill Lane Drug-Gun Raid
Western District detectives seized five handguns including a stolen Glock and unserialized Polymer 80, nearly 1,904 grams of suspected cannabis, fentanyl and $3,420 cash during an April 29 search warrant at...
Southern Maryland Schools Shine in Purple Star Honors
Calvert and St. Mary's County schools are among 27 Maryland institutions earning the 2026-2028 Purple Star designation for exceptional support of military-connected students and families. The Maryland State...
State Senate, delegate candidates in Charles County make their pitches at forum
They only got 30 seconds for introductions, closing remarks, and answers to about a dozen questions, but even at that, it took two hours to work through the 14 State House candidates who showed up for a cand...
Supreme Court limits use of race to draw district maps, diluting Voting Rights Act
The Maryland context From Maryland Matters The U.S. Supreme Court ruling comes one day after Gov. Wes Moore (D) signed an emergency bill, the Maryland Voting Rights Act of 2026, into law Tuesday. Supporter...
Baltimore tries out new water testing system used during 2024 Paris Olympics
Baltimore tries out new water testing system used during 2024 Paris Olympics
Comptroller report reveals steep challenges facing Maryland’s healthcare industry
Comptroller report reveals steep challenges facing Maryland’s healthcare industry
Despite OPM claims, federal job applicants can’t skip ‘loyalty question,’ unions say
Despite OPM claims, federal job applicants can’t skip ‘loyalty question,’ unions say
Maryland property search tool goes offline after cyber threat
Maryland property search tool goes offline after cyber threat