Amid $1.4B deficit, Maryland lawmakers vow to address unlicensed senior facilities

Annapolis, MD – Maryland lawmakers returned to the State House in Annapolis on December 11, confronting a projected $1.4 billion budget deficit that loomed over the upcoming 2026 legislative session. Despite the fiscal challenges, legislators expressed determination to tackle the growing issue of unlicensed senior facilities, which have proliferated across the state and posed significant … Read more

Ravens WR Rashod Bateman questionable; Bengals without 2 key starters

Baltimore, MD – According to Baltimore Sun, the Baltimore Ravens entered their pivotal AFC North matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals in Cincinnati healthier than at any point this season, though wide receiver Rashod Bateman remained questionable with a calf injury. The game, scheduled for Sunday, represented a critical opportunity for the Ravens to solidify their … Read more

Ocean City scales back Baltimore Ave upgrade, signs off on smaller proposal

Ocean City, MD – According to The Baltimore Sun, Ocean City officials voted to significantly reduce the scope of a planned overhaul for Baltimore Avenue, scaling the project back to a $25 million proposal in order to secure and preserve a crucial $20 million federal grant. The decision came after initial cost estimates ballooned to … Read more

Ocean City rental moratorium sparks backlash as residents say trust was broken

Ocean City, MD – Ocean City officials confirmed a one-year moratorium on new short-term rental licenses in two residential districts on Monday, drawing sharp criticism from residents who accused the council of breaking public trust. The decision, made after hours of emotional public testimony, affects approximately 331 properties, representing about 3% of the town’s nearly … Read more

Wes Moore appoints new delegate to MD House

Annapolis, MD – According to The Daily Record, Maryland Governor Wes Moore appointed Kevin Anderson as a new delegate to the Maryland House of Delegates on November 25, 2025, filling the vacancy left by the late Delegate Charles Otto. The appointment comes after Delegate Otto’s passing earlier in the year, which created a void in … Read more

Maryland braces for another billion dollar deficit as education spending surges

Baltimore, MD – According to FOX Baltimore, Maryland officials are preparing for a significant financial challenge as the state faces a projected budget deficit exceeding one billion dollars in the upcoming fiscal year, largely driven by surging expenditures on public education. The Maryland Department of Budget and Management recently released preliminary figures indicating that the … Read more

Ravens QB Lamar Jackson (ankle) one of six players to return to practice Thursday

Baltimore, MD – According to FOX Baltimore, the Baltimore Ravens saw a boost in player participation during Thursday’s practice session as they prepared for their upcoming matchup against the New York Jets in Week 12. Quarterback Lamar Jackson, who had been sidelined with an ankle injury, returned to the field alongside five other key team … Read more

Maryland Officials React to End of Government Shutdown

Baltimore, MD – According to the Baltimore Sun, Maryland lawmakers expressed a range of reactions following the U.S. House of Representatives’ passage of a bill to conclude the 43-day federal government shutdown on November 12, 2025. The legislation, which averts further disruptions to federal services, elicited both relief and criticism from state officials navigating the … Read more

Ocean City bets on room tax boost, approves $1M for take-home police fleet

Ocean City, MD – Ocean City officials approved nearly $1 million for 12 new police vehicles on Monday, advancing a take-home car program that town leaders described as essential for enhancing public safety. The decision came during a town council meeting where members also discussed projections for an increase in the room tax revenue, which … Read more

Maryland’s seen about 500 school bus crashes, 2 fatal, this academic year

Baltimore, MD – According to the Baltimore Sun, Maryland experienced nearly 500 school bus crashes during the first three months of the academic year, with two incidents resulting in student fatalities, state police data revealed this week. The Maryland State Police reported 492 crashes involving school buses from August through October 2025, marking a concerning … Read more