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Md. officials, chicken industry say annual bird flu activity is a ‘new normal’ for Eastern Shore – WTOP News

February 23, 2026February 23, 2026 · Washington DC Local News

Pockets of the bird flu, a highly contagious respiratory virus, keep showing up on chicken farms on Maryland’s Eastern Shore and in other states each year. This article…

Read more Md. officials, chicken industry say annual bird flu activity is a ‘new normal’ for Eastern Shore – WTOP News

Discounted energy rates for low-income Marylanders to take effect by 2027 – WTOP News

February 14, 2026February 14, 2026 · Washington DC Local News

For the first time, low-income Marylanders will be able to receive a discounted electricity and gas rate from utilities — lowering their bills without the need for outside…

Read more Discounted energy rates for low-income Marylanders to take effect by 2027 – WTOP News

Md. Senate panel advances bills to ban agreements with ICE, face coverings for law enforcement – WTOP News

January 28, 2026January 28, 2026 · Washington DC Local News

The Maryland Senate could be taking up bills as early as this week to ban agreements between local police and federal immigration authorities and to prohibit masks on…

Read more Md. Senate panel advances bills to ban agreements with ICE, face coverings for law enforcement – WTOP News

‘A huge undertaking’: Behind the scenes of a Maryland holiday lights show – WTOP News

November 28, 2025November 28, 2025 · Washington DC Local News

The holiday light show at Montgomery County’s Brookside Gardens is open for about a month and a half. But preparing for the show, which involves 1.5 million twinkling…

Read more ‘A huge undertaking’: Behind the scenes of a Maryland holiday lights show – WTOP News

Maryland schools make slight gains on annual report card, but rating system could be changed – WTOP News

November 5, 2025November 5, 2025 · Washington DC Local News

For a third straight year, Maryland schools made slight gains on the annual report card released Tuesday by the state Department of Education. This article was republished with…

Read more Maryland schools make slight gains on annual report card, but rating system could be changed – WTOP News

Undocumented residents’ access to Maryland health insurance marketplace delayed – WTOP News

October 18, 2025October 18, 2025 · Washington DC Local News

Maryland Health Benefit Exchange officials say delay in Access to Care Act is needed after new Trump immigration and health policies. This article was republished with permission from…

Read more Undocumented residents’ access to Maryland health insurance marketplace delayed – WTOP News

Maryland unveils ‘historic’ $340 million settlement with Conowingo Dam owner – WTOP News

October 3, 2025October 3, 2025 · Washington DC Local News

Maryland officials unveiled a $340 million settlement Thursday and issued a new water quality certification to the Conowingo Dam. This article was republished with permission from WTOP’s news…

Read more Maryland unveils ‘historic’ $340 million settlement with Conowingo Dam owner – WTOP News

Maryland officials announce closure of Jessup prison, transfer of inmates, workers – WTOP News

September 30, 2025September 30, 2025 · Washington DC Local News

State officials said Monday they will close the 44-year-old Maryland Correctional Institution at Jessup, citing the prohibitive cost of renovating the Anne Arundel County facility. This article was…

Read more Maryland officials announce closure of Jessup prison, transfer of inmates, workers – WTOP News

A pilgrimage to Crisfield serves up crabs with a smattering of primary politics

September 24, 2025September 24, 2025 · US News

Gov. Wes Moore (D) fist-pumps Wednesday for a crowd of his supporters at the J. Millard Tawes Crab and Clam Bake in Crisfield. (Photo by Bryan P. Sears/…

Read more A pilgrimage to Crisfield serves up crabs with a smattering of primary politics

Maryland Democratic leaders tout electricity refund, keep grid operator in the hot seat – WTOP News

September 23, 2025September 23, 2025 · Washington DC Local News

Maryland lawmakers want state residents to read their your utility bill closely this month. This article was republished with permission from WTOP’s news partners at Maryland Matters. Sign up…

Read more Maryland Democratic leaders tout electricity refund, keep grid operator in the hot seat – WTOP News

Maryland’s federal job losses climb to 15,100, the most in the nation – WTOP News

September 22, 2025September 22, 2025 · Washington DC Local News

The August job numbers count jobs located in the state, which means Maryland has lost almost 10% of its federal jobs since the start of the year. This…

Read more Maryland’s federal job losses climb to 15,100, the most in the nation – WTOP News

Maryland comptroller: 80% of public schools in need of ‘repair, renovation or replacement’ – WTOP News

September 19, 2025September 19, 2025 · Washington DC Local News

Construction progress is visible on the new Spangdahlem Elementary School being built on Spangdahlem Air Base in Germany April 29,… This article was republished with permission from WTOP’s…

Read more Maryland comptroller: 80% of public schools in need of ‘repair, renovation or replacement’ – WTOP News

Maryland Rep. Steny Hoyer hosts annual luncheon with longtime friend and colleague, Nancy Pelosi – WTOP News

September 14, 2025September 14, 2025 · Washington DC Local News

Whenever Rep. Steny Hoyer (D-5th) walks into a room, he’s usually greeted with hugs, handshakes, kisses on the cheek and gratitude for his more than 40 years in…

Read more Maryland Rep. Steny Hoyer hosts annual luncheon with longtime friend and colleague, Nancy Pelosi – WTOP News

Moore makes re-election bid official, adds staff; Hale is now officially a Republican – WTOP News

September 9, 2025September 9, 2025 · Washington DC Local News

The announcement, which was widely expected, was made in a campaign video in which Moore recounts his historic 2022 campaign, which made him the first Black governor in…

Read more Moore makes re-election bid official, adds staff; Hale is now officially a Republican – WTOP News

Close to 1,000 Md. state employees apply for early buyout, await word on acceptance – WTOP News

September 2, 2025September 2, 2025 · Washington DC Local News

Nearly 1,000 Maryland state employees are waiting to learn if they will be allowed to quit their jobs under a voluntary separation that aims to shrink the size…

Read more Close to 1,000 Md. state employees apply for early buyout, await word on acceptance – WTOP News

Hale cites pragmatism as he switches party affiliation to run for Md. governor – WTOP News

August 21, 2025August 21, 2025 · Washington DC Local News

Ed Hale Sr., a Baltimore businessman, sports team owner and longtime Democrat, ended speculation about his party affiliation and declared Wednesday that he will run for governor as…

Read more Hale cites pragmatism as he switches party affiliation to run for Md. governor – WTOP News
Maryland pays out .4 million following IRS audit – WTOP News

Maryland pays out $5.4 million following IRS audit – WTOP News

October 31, 2024November 2, 2024 · Washington DC Local News

The Internal Revenue Service audited Maryland government and taxpayers owe at least $5.4 million for tax year 2020. This article was republished with permission from WTOP’s news partners…

Read more Maryland pays out $5.4 million following IRS audit – WTOP News
More local restrooms adding adult-size changing tables to help people with disabilities – WTOP News

More local restrooms adding adult-size changing tables to help people with disabilities – WTOP News

October 29, 2024October 29, 2024 · Washington DC Local News

More public bathrooms across the country are adopting adult-sized changing tables for people who have disabilities and need a caregiver’s help. WTOP’s Kate Ryan speaks with Rachel London,…

Read more More local restrooms adding adult-size changing tables to help people with disabilities – WTOP News
Supreme Court clears the way for vote on Harborplace redevelopment – WTOP News

Supreme Court clears the way for vote on Harborplace redevelopment – WTOP News

October 12, 2024October 12, 2024 · Washington DC Local News

Baltimore City officials can count any votes cast for Question F, the city ballot question that could allow for the redevelopment of Harborplace. This article was republished with…

Read more Supreme Court clears the way for vote on Harborplace redevelopment – WTOP News
Long drama over BWI concessions contract may be nearing a close – WTOP News

Long drama over BWI concessions contract may be nearing a close – WTOP News

October 5, 2024October 6, 2024 · Washington DC Local News

The state is moving closer to awarding a lucrative 20-year contract to run the concessions operations at BWI Thurgood Marshall… This article was republished with permission from WTOP’s…

Read more Long drama over BWI concessions contract may be nearing a close – WTOP News
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