Maryland’s new Clear Before You Drive Act makes removing snow and ice from vehicle roofs, hoods and windows a legal duty, with escalating fines and safety exceptions. The law takes effect Oct. 1, 2026.

A $1.7M Multi‑Match ticket sold at Abell’s Tavern in Callaway is the state’s top prize this week; the winner hasn't claimed it. The sale was part of more than $31.5M paid out statewide.

State budget math shows the Lewis Museum’s $2.7M state grant translated to roughly $91 for each of the museum’s 29,648 visits in fiscal 2025, prompting fresh scrutiny.

An Evening of Hope honored Jones Junction and helped the American Cancer Society complete a $10M campaign to build a larger Hope Lodge in Baltimore.

Baltimore County has opened a CRRF grant program to direct cannabis tax revenue to neighborhoods hit hardest by past enforcement. Completed applications are due April 1, 2026.

A Maryland bill to stock tampons in both men’s and women’s public restrooms has split Annapolis, with supporters citing access and critics warning about costs.

Council members heard from parents and providers about long waits, higher tuition and a shrinking supply of child‑care slots. A city analysis shows deep shortages — especially for infants.

A newly approved bilingual charter in Baltimore County faces losing its approval after officials say the operator missed a facilities deadline, putting families and a $2M grant on hold.

Parkville’s old VFW will be reborn as the EPICENTER community center and a Mountain Christian Church campus. A March 25 groundbreaking launches a $1.1M public phase of a $9M plan.

Coaches, players and elected officials are gathering this Saturday at Patterson Park to push back against the city's plan to close the Mimi Dome. The rally aims to show how many youth programs would be affected.

Washington Gas filed for an $82.5M increase in base rates; the Maryland PSC has scheduled virtual hearings in March and April.

More than 1,000 people attended Torah Institute’s March 8 groundbreaking in Owings Mills. The school says the new 70,000-square-foot building is part of a capital campaign to expand campus facilities.

Bowie State's BSU Bold campaign closed with more than $128 million, far surpassing its $50 million goal. The funds will expand scholarships and tech-focused programs.