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Apr 17, 2023

What We Do (And Don’t) Know About The Future Of Medication Abortion In The D.C. Region

Mifepristone, a commonly used medication to end abortion, is still available in the D.C. region. But future access remains uncertain as a complicated legal saga unfolds.

Jan 24, 2023

Paul Wiedefeld Officially Announced As Maryland’s Transportation Secretary

Wiedefeld left Metro under a cloud of safety lapses but is said to have the background necessary to do the job well.

Jan 23, 2023

Gov. Moore’s $63 Billion Budget Calls For Spending On Education, Transportation, And Environment

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore says boosting spending will make the state economy more competitive and equitable.

Jan 21, 2023

Former WMATA General Manager Wiedefeld May Be Maryland’s Next Transportation Secretary

Wiedefeld retired from WMATA just eight months ago but could find himself on the board of directors for the transit agency.

Jan 20, 2023

In First Moves As Governor, Wes Moore Releases Abortion, Cannabis Funding

The newly elected governor released $70 in previously withheld funds to expand abortion access, build out a cannabis industry, and stand up a new paid family leave program.

Jan 18, 2023

Wes Moore Sworn In As The First Black Governor Of Maryland

Moore took the oath of office using a bible that once belonged to the abolitionist Fredrick Douglass.

Jan 11, 2023

Gov. Wes Moore Taps Montgomery County Lawmaker For Maryland Secretary Of State

State Senator Susan Lee will be the first Asian American to hold the position of Maryland Secretary of State.

Jan 03, 2023

Anthony Brown, Maryland’s First Black Attorney General, Takes Office

Also, new laws take effect this week and lawmakers are fundraising ahead of the next Maryland General Assembly session, which begins Jan. 11.

Nov 18, 2022

The Future Of The Maryland Toll Lane Project Is A Mystery

Delays in the federal approval process meant the private partner in the project needed more time to come up with final plan.

Nov 11, 2022

Prince George’s, Montgomery County Leaders Part Of Moore Transition Team, Administration

The transition team will be chaired by Lieutenant Governor-Elect Aruna Miller, who previously represented Montgomery County in the Maryland House of Delegates, and Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks, among others.

 
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