The Baltimore Police Department is launching a pilot childcare support project in January 2025, offering 100 members a monthly subsidy of up to $250 to assist with childcare costs.

Baltimore settled with JUUL Labs for $7.5 million, rejecting a smaller payout, to address the e-cigarette company's marketing practices towards youth.

Calvin Ball showcased educational improvements under the Blueprint for Maryland's Future, highlighting increased funding, better teacher salaries, and enhanced student programs in Howard County.

The Maryland Supreme Court ruled Baltimore's proposed 'Baby Bonus' unconstitutional, barring it from the November ballot, after a campaign for a $1,000 new parent support payment.

Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman announced Jeff Amoros's departure as Chief of Staff and Jenny Proebstle's promotion to the position, effective September 16.

Mayor Brandon M. Scott signed an order outlining the management of $242.5 million from pharmaceutical settlements for Baltimore’s opioid crisis response.

Anne Arundel County Fire Department acquired a new 50-foot Metal Shark Defiant NXT Fireboat to enhance its firefighting and rescue capabilities along its 500-mile shoreline.

The Carroll County tax office is experiencing delays in processing tax payments due to high mail volume but assures taxpayers that discounts will be honored for payments postmarked by due dates.

Anne Arundel County received a $1.2 million DOJ grant for hate crime prevention, with Dr. Nikki Smith-Kea named Senior Project Manager for the initiative.

The Baltimore City Council investigated the DPW after a worker's death, revealing poor working conditions. The DPW Director promised reform and accountability in response.

Dartanion Swift-Williams is appointed as Baltimore's Chief Data and Performance Officer, a role focused on enhancing the city's data management and public services.

The Baltimore Police are struggling with staff shortages despite incentives and are warned by a judge about risks of thin policing amid efforts to meet federal decree compliance.

Mayor Scott appoints Dr. Sharfstein and Michelle Spencer as part-time health policy advisors in Baltimore during the search for a new Health Commissioner.