Governor Wes Moore has launched a $19 million energy relief fund for Maryland residents, offering one-time grants for energy bills, but concerns remain over the fund's adequacy and utility companies' role in rising costs.

Anne Arundel County approved a $2.4 billion budget for FY26, with bipartisan support from the County Council. The budget focuses on education, public safety, and housing, and prepares for federal funding challenges.

Ivan J. Bates is unanimously elected as President of the MSAA, succeeding Rich Gibson, with a focus on public safety and prosecutorial support in Maryland.

A Baltimore County DEPS crew chief used a government vehicle for personal and political activities, violating county policy, according to an Inspector General's report.

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.