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 HiltonDecember 2, 2024

Ho-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 SchwartzmanDecember 1, 2024

Trash 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 MunroNovember 29, 2024

A 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 LarisNovember 27, 2024

Four 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 MettlerNovember 26, 2024

A 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 ThompsonNovember 24, 2024

Maryland 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 ShepherdNovember 21, 2024

Hillsmere Shores values water, welcoming spirit

Where We Live | Anne Arundel County neighborhood has parkland, beach, marina

By Iris VukmanovicNovember 20, 2024

Bill 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 FlynnNovember 19, 2024

Maryland 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 MunroNovember 16, 2024

Yawning 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 ShepherdNovember 16, 2024

Ex-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 MettlerNovember 13, 2024

Harriet 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 DvorakNovember 11, 2024

Democrat 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 MunroNovember 10, 2024

Maryland 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 MorseNovember 10, 2024

Maryland 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 CoxNovember 8, 2024

Montgomery 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 ShepherdNovember 6, 2024

Alsobrooks 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 ShepherdNovember 6, 2024

Alsobrooks 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 SchwartzmanNovember 6, 2024

Five 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 FlynnNovember 6, 2024