Dr. Letitia Dzirasa returns as Baltimore's Deputy Mayor of Equity, Health, and Human Services, with John David "J.D." Merrill resuming his role as Deputy Chief of Staff.

Howard County Government is temporarily closing buildings to save energy, ensuring services through remote work, with essential services like trash collection operating normally.

The Maryland Attorney General announced a settlement with Capital Jazz, requiring the company to refund $60,000 for canceled cruises and purchase cancellation insurance, per Fox Baltimore and NottinghamMD reports.

Maryland Governor Wes Moore implements a hiring freeze and offers voluntary severance to state employees to address a $121 million personnel budget deficit. Essential positions remain open despite the freeze.

Mayor Brandon M. Scott appoints Dr. Melanie Bryant as Director of LGBTQ Affairs in Baltimore, succeeding Interim Director Alexis Blackmon. Dr. Bryant brings extensive experience in social work and public health.

Mayor Brandon Scott of Baltimore announced new city appointments, including Khalil Zaied as Deputy Mayor of Operations and others for DPW roles aimed at improving city services.

Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott signed the FY2026 budget focused on investing in youth, improving public safety, and fostering neighborhood growth, bridging an $85 million budget gap without reducing core services or raising taxes.

Howard County Executive Calvin Ball is visiting Toronto for a conference, aiming to enhance economic ties between Maryland and Ontario, particularly in tech and agribusiness.

Former Baltimore State's Attorney Marilyn Mosby's home detention ended after convictions for mortgage fraud and perjury; her passport was returned, and a location monitoring fee was waived.

Johns Hopkins University and other institutions are suing the DoD over plans to cap research grant indirect cost rates at 15%, potentially harming their research capabilities and national security.

The Baltimore County Redistricting Commission recommended a new map with nine districts, sparking debate due to partisan concerns and the aim to increase minority representation.

Howard County showcases economic growth to international delegates, emphasizing its strategic location and infrastructure, with significant investments from companies like Under Armor and the expansion of the Port of Baltimore by Tradepoint Atlantic.

Baltimore's Mayor Scott applauds the City Council for passing the FY2026 Budget, highlighting funding for immigrant communities, traffic calming projects, and the new Department of Consumer Protection.