Baltimore's ballot in November will include a "Baby Bonus" charter amendment to give $1,000 to new parents, an effort to combat childhood poverty, with opinions divided on its efficacy.

Anne Arundel County announced government buildings will close on July 4 and July 5, 2024, for Independence Day, affecting various services but maintaining essential operations.

Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski announces interim appointments of Scott Ebbert as Acting Fire Chief and Elisabeth A. Sachs as Acting Director of the Department of Aging.

Maryland Governor Wes Moore has announced support for a new light rail line, reviving Baltimore's Red Line project previously canceled in 2015. His administration aims to boost urban connectivity and economic vitality.

Baltimore County has created an Agriculture Advisory Board to support and promote local agriculture, as announced by County Executive Johnny Olszewski.

Howard County has announced office closures and service adjustments for Independence Day, including no trash pickup and a fireworks event at Columbia Lakefront.

Baltimore City Councilman John Bullock proposes a bill to incrementally raise the minimum wage for tipped workers to $15 by 2029, aiming to provide stability to a workforce largely composed of women and people of color.

Browse a roundup of building permits issued in the last week in Baltimore.

Browse a roundup of building permits issued in the last week in Baltimore.

Browse a roundup of building permits issued in the last week in Baltimore.

Here's the most recent top news in politics and government for Baltimore; see what headlines are trending among local readers, with links to full articles.

Here's the most recent top news in politics and government for Baltimore; see what headlines are trending among local readers, with links to full articles.

Here's the most recent top news in politics and government for Baltimore; see what headlines are trending among local readers, with links to full articles.