Vincent Schiraldi resigned as Maryland's Juvenile Services Secretary amid criticisms and an audit revealing departmental issues. Betsy Fox Tolentino steps in as acting secretary, bringing in relevant experience.

Maryland leads a multi-state lawsuit against the Trump administration's settlement allowing distribution of Forced Reset Triggers, devices that can convert semi-automatic firearms to near-automatic, which states argue could increase gun violence.

Baltimore County seeks a new Inspector General; the current IG, Kelly Madigan, is encouraged to reapply. A panel will select the candidate, with some council members favoring Madigan. The selection process aims to be open yet private.

Officials are responding to a diesel spill in Baltimore Harbor caused by an incident at Johns Hopkins, with cleanup crews actively managing the situation and transit services adjusted as necessary.

A diesel spill in Baltimore's Harbor East leads to a major response from state, city, and federal agencies, with clean-up efforts focusing on containment and environmental protection.

Anne Arundel County's wastewater plants won NACWA Peak Performance Awards for compliance with NPDES permits, reflecting the staff's professionalism and dedication to environmental management.

Dr. Michelle Taylor appointed as the new Commissioner of the Baltimore City Health Department, effective August 4, with plans to tackle health disparities.

Baltimore's Mayor Brandon Scott refutes the Trump administration's labeling of the city as a sanctuary jurisdiction, which could affect federal funding, and affirms the city's commitment to immigrants.

Annapolis unveiled a memorial for Maryland's first African American congressman, Parren J. Mitchell, to celebrate his legacy, despite some calls for a Reparations Commission at the event.

Baltimore City Public Schools has hired Alma Advisory Group to lead the search for a new CEO, focusing on inclusivity, engagement, and leadership continuity.

Mayor Brandon M. Scott announces the overhaul of Baltimore's CitiStat and 311 service systems to improve efficiency, transparency, and resident engagement in city services.

Maryland's Governor Wes Moore allows a bill to regulate advance-pay loan apps to become law without his signature.

Baltimore County passed a $4.78 billion budget focused on fiscal prudence, no tax increases, school and senior center funding, and staff raises, while cutting a golf course project and maintaining a $500 million rainy day fund.