Former College Park City Council member to serve as next Maryland House speaker
Del. Joseline Peña-Melnyk was elected during a special session of the Maryland General Assembly on Tuesday to serve as the next speaker of the House of Delegates.
UMD takes central role in Maryland’s $1B quantum computing initiative
With more than 30 years of quantum research, this university has positioned itself as a leader in the field, according to university president Darryll Pines.
USM chancellor says budget cuts putting heavy pressure on Maryland universities
The public university system’s budget has been cut by $222 million in the last three years and leave many jobs vulnerable.
Prince George’s County Council voices support for congressional redistricting plan
Earlier this month, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore announced the revival of a bipartisan redistricting advisory commission to consider mid-decade redistricting.
Gov. Wes Moore announces partnership with 2 AI firms to help streamline Maryland agencies
Anthropic and Percepta plan to integrate their AI services into multiple agencies, including the state’s labor and environment departments.
Maryland to face nearly $1.5 billion budget deficit in 2026 legislative session
The deficit is about five times larger than the predicted amount of $300 million, according to the spending affordability briefing.
Trump administration demands state leaders undo full SNAP payments
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore had allotted $62 million from the Fiscal Responsibility Fund for SNAP benefits for Maryland residents.
Maryland sues Trump administration over blocking FBI headquarters move to Greenbelt
Maryland is suing on the grounds that Trump violated Congress’ decision, unlawfully re-allocated billions in funds and ignored federal requirements to consult with the state.
Gov. Wes Moore starts Maryland redistricting efforts amid national voter map battle
As midterm elections approach, U.S. President Donald Trump is tactfully trying to avoid Democrats gaining at least three more seats in Congress.
Gov. Wes Moore announces $62M for SNAP benefits
The funding comes after the federal government shutdown, now on day 35, froze SNAP benefits.