Maryland DHS ends the practice of placing foster children in hotels after the suicide of 16-year-old Kanaiyah Ward; the department is pushing for suitable placements and stricter oversight, amidst audits showing past indiscretions in child housing.

Governor Wes Moore appoints Ralph Laurence Sapia and Evelyn Lombardo Cusson to Baltimore County Circuit Court, and Brett Joann Engler to Frederick County District Court.

The Baltimore City Council is considering a bill to regulate the spacing and operations of discount and dollar stores, which faces legal concerns but aims to support urban revitalization.

Baltimore Mayor Scott initiates the Sisson Street Task Force's first meeting to determine the future of the Sisson Street Drop Off Center, with input from council members, local stakeholders, and the community.

Baltimore City Council passed a bill to ban solicitation by restoration companies at active emergency scenes, responding to aggressive tactics reported after a deadly fire. The bill awaits the mayor's signature to become law.

Baltimore Mayor Brandon M. Scott announces staff changes: Calvin Young becomes interim Deputy Mayor for Community and Economic Development, while J.D. Merrill steps up as Chief of Staff.

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy visited BWI airport, discussed the government shutdown's impact on air travel and federal employees, and criticized Maryland Governor Wes Moore's stance.

Annapolis City Council caps short-term rentals at 10% per block to preserve community integrity, with existing licenses prioritized and exemptions for certain events.

Baltimore County Council passed an ordinance requiring hookah and vapor lounges to have licensed security guards during specific hours for increased safety.

Maryland Congressman Johnny Olszewski and Senator Chris Van Hollen are forgoing their salaries during the federal government shutdown in solidarity with affected workers.

Baltimore's Mayor is suing MoneyLion for predatory lending, alleging it trapped residents in debt with deceptive marketing and excessive interest, violating the city’s Consumer Protection Ordinance.

Dr. Sonja Brookins Santelises, CEO of Baltimore City Public Schools, has assumed a part-time role as superintendent-in-residence at The Broad Center at Yale School of Management while maintaining her district leadership position.

Baltimore raised its landfill tipping fee for the first time in 32 years, increasing it from $60 to $135 per ton, to deter out-of-town use and align with regional rates.