Maryland doxxing prevention bill fails to advance in state legislature The bill would have prevented the distribution of students’ personal information — such as their name, address or place of employment. Sanya Wason April 8, 2025
Federal judge reaffirms order to return wrongfully deported Maryland man ICE deported Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia to El Salvador last month due to what officials said was an “administrative error.” Sam Gauntt April 7, 2025
Interfaith coalition calls on Maryland to increase data protections for college students More than 50 organizations signed a letter to lawmakers that encourages them to take action against federal attempts to use personal data to detain students. Oliver Mack April 4, 2025
USM faces additional $44 million in proposed budget cuts Maryland Gov. Wes Moore’s original budget proposed cutting university system funding by $111 million. Oliver Mack April 2, 2025
Maryland House of Delegates passes budget plan with tax increases, spending cuts The framework would create two new tax brackets for wealthier residents in the state and new taxes on certain goods. Oliver Mack March 28, 2025
Trump opposes plan to build new FBI headquarters in Greenbelt In November 2023, President Joe Biden’s administration chose Greenbelt as the location for the new FBI headquarters. Lillian Glaros March 14, 2025
Maryland federal judge orders Trump administration to reinstate fired federal employees James Bredar wrote in his ruling that the Trump administration was unlawful in laying off probationary federal employees without giving proper notice. Sam Gauntt March 14, 2025
A proposed Maryland bill would increase penalty for leaving guns near unsupervised minors The Maryland Senate’s judicial proceedings committee held hearings for the Ny’Kala Strawder Act and the PACE Act on Tuesday. Oliver Mack March 13, 2025
State legislative caucuses share priorities, denounce Trump’s actions at press conference Six caucuses gathered together on Monday to emphasize the importance of passing legislation to help Marylanders. Oliver Mack March 12, 2025
Maryland union members rally in Annapolis for workplace safety, fair wages Attendees handed out flyers to lawmakers that detailed the legislation they were advocating for and listened to speeches. Diamondback Staff March 12, 2025