Alsobrooks formally resigns as Prince George’s county executive
The departure of Alsobrooks, who is headed to the U.S. Senate, triggers a pair of special election to fill her vacant seat and, potentially, two more special elections for a vacant council seat.
By Katie Mettler and Jasmine HiltonHo-Ho-Hubcaps? How roadside trash became one man’s Christmas inspiration.
All this Baltimore man wanted for Christmas was discarded car debris. Then he transformed it into a holiday charmer.
By Paul SchwartzmanTrash incinerator in Montgomery to continue despite pollution complaints
With residents producing about 1.5 million tons of waste every year, the Md. county says it needs its incinerator until, likely, 2031, while it develops more environmentally friendly solutions.
By Dana MunroA former Miss California lost her sash. At 96, she got a new one.
Laura Jean Emery received the gift on her birthday at a Maryland assisted living center.
By Michael LarisFour Baltimore criminal organizations dismantled in massive crime bust
Nearly 40 people have been criminally charged so far while dozens of illegal guns, 15 stolen vehicles and a large cache of narcotics and money in what officials called “Operation Tornado Alley.”
By Katie MettlerA cop sued to mask misconduct allegations. A court error revealed some.
A Montgomery County police officer argues that revealing records of investigations into his conduct would be unconstitutional and violate his privacy.
By Steve ThompsonMaryland pays $58.5 million over stalled State Center project
The $58.5 million settlement would end a suit and countersuit between the state and the developer that has been going on since 2014.
By Katie ShepherdHillsmere Shores values water, welcoming spirit
Where We Live | Anne Arundel County neighborhood has parkland, beach, marina
By Iris VukmanovicBill to give D.C. control over RFK site passes key milestone in Senate
The full Senate now stands in the middle of the Washington Commanders’ stadium search, which has become a regional competition between D.C. and Maryland.
By Sam Fortier, Erin Cox and Meagan FlynnMaryland recommends knocking down, rebuilding Chesapeake Bay Bridge spans
Officials say new, potentially wider, bridge spans across the Chesapeake Bay could ease traffic snarls, particularly during busy summer months.
By Dana MunroYawning deficit looms as Maryland leaders weigh future cuts, tax hikes
Budget officials say that by 2030, there will be enough revenue to pay for just 84 percent of the state budget, forcing lawmakers to make hard spending choices.
By Katie ShepherdEx-Pr. George’s council member to be jailed for stealing campaign funds
Franklin, who served on the council for nearly 14 years, pleaded guilty in August to participating in a felony theft scheme and committing perjury.
By Katie MettlerHarriet Tubman becomes a one-star general in Maryland, 160 years late
A governor, generals and scores of veterans were on hand to see Harriet Tubman posthumously became a one-star, brigadier general in the Maryland Army National Guard on Monday.
By Petula DvorakDemocrat April McClain Delaney projected to win tight Maryland House race
The often-tense contest with Republican Neil Parrott in the 6th Congressional District revolved around issues affecting women and border security.
By Katie Shepherd and Dana MunroMaryland statistician called 911 to report killing her mom, police say
Montgomery County Police have charged Tiffany Zhang, a 29-year-old with a master’s degree in her field, with first-degree murder.
By Dan MorseMaryland Gov. Moore sets tone to ‘find common ground’ with Trump
Maryland’s Democratic governor aggressively campaigned for Vice President Kamala Harris, now he vows to work with President-elect Donald Trump.
By Erin CoxMontgomery County voters limit county executive to two consecutive terms
The approval keeps County Executive Marc Elrich from running for a third consecutive term, which he had planned to do.
By Katie ShepherdAlsobrooks has made history as Maryland’s new senator. Here’s what she promised.
Angela Alsobrooks will be Maryland’s first Black U.S. Senator. She pledges to help restore reproductive rights, push for gun laws and, if needed, end the filibuster.
By Katie ShepherdAlsobrooks faced a proven winner. Here’s how she defeated Larry Hogan.
The former Maryland governor faced insurmountable headwinds in race against Angela Alsobrooks, who will make history as Maryland’s first Black senator.
By Paul SchwartzmanFive takeaways from the 2024 election results across the D.C. region
From a history-making election in Maryland to record-breaking spending in House races, here are five things to know about the election results.
By Meagan Flynn