Baltimore Police Department, the city, and the Fraternal Order of Police agree on a new labor contract to raise officers' salaries, provide bonuses, and implement the David Shift for peak hours coverage.

Vice President Kamala Harris encouraged resilience to Maryland students post-election defeat and addressed youth service and societal issues without revealing her political plans.

Baltimore's Mayor and Police Commissioner filed a motion with the DOJ to confirm the BPD's compliance with parts of their consent decree on First Amendment protections and other reforms.

Calvin Ball, Howard County Executive, announced the formation of the Spending Affordability Advisory Committee to guide the county's future budgeting.

The Baltimore Police Department announces promotions and strategic command shifts, with Captains Valencia Carter and Kurt Yourkovik becoming Majors, and other key changes in leadership roles.

Mayor Brandon Scott announces the departure of Baltimore DOT Director Corren Johnson and the appointment of Veobia Akilo as Interim Director. The reasons for Johnson's exit remain unspecified.

The Baltimore County Council has shortlisted five candidates to replace outgoing County Executive Johnny Olszewski, with speeches scheduled for the finalists to present their cases.

Ryan Lee has been appointed Chief of Detectives at the Baltimore Police Department after serving as Boise Police Chief and working in Portland. He brings experience in leadership and community policing.

Isabel Cumming has been reappointed for a second term as Baltimore's Inspector General, having led an office that addressed waste and fraud, and responded to 827 complaints in 2024.

Residents at a Baltimore County Council hearing voiced their preferences for the next County Executive, emphasizing ethics, experience, and fair compensation.

Anne Arundel County's police chief supports two officers indicted for Misconduct in Office, related to a deadly accident, and emphasizes their right to due process.

The U.S. House passed a bill to rename a Baltimore post office after Congressman Elijah Cummings, a gesture honoring his service and legacy. The bill awaits Senate approval.

Anne Arundel County received its sixth consecutive Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association for excellence in budgeting.