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 HiltonTrash 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 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 ShepherdBill 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 FlynnYawning 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 MettlerDemocrat 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 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 FlynnAlsobrooks wins Maryland’s Senate seat, besting Hogan
Democrat Angela Alsobrooks beat Republican Larry Hogan in Maryland’s Senate race, keeping that seat blue as Republicans captured control of the chamber.
By Erin Cox and Katie ShepherdContest to replace Rep. Trone in competitive House race too close to call
Republican Neil Parrott and Democrat April McClain Delaney went head to head in a bruising campaign to represent Maryland’s 6th Congressional District.
By Katie Shepherd and Dana MunroIvey wins race for Prince George’s seat vacated by convicted ex-council member
The special election between council member Jolene Ivey (D) and Michael Riker (R) comes after ex-council member Mel Franklin pleaded guilty in a felony theft scheme.
By Dana Munro and Steve ThompsonKey races to watch across the D.C. region on Election Day
Here is an overview of some of the more noteworthy races in the DMV.
By Washington Post staff‘Voting Report Card’ mailers called ‘creepy,’ draw rebuke from AG in Maryland
Maryland’s attorney general describes them as a violation of state law and ordered the two nonprofit groups behind the letters to stop sending them.
By Steve ThompsonThe place that made them is now a battleground for these Md. Senate rivals
As Angela Alsobrooks and Larry Hogan make their closing pitches, their home county has become a key battleground where she derides his ties to a party that embraces Donald Trump and he says she will increase the partisan divide in Washington.
By Paul Schwartzman, Erin Cox and Katie ShepherdThe fight for Maryland’s Senate seat, in the candidates’ own words
Maryland’s Senate race is the costliest in the state’s history. We asked Angela Alsobrooks and Larry Hogan to explain their stance on several issues.
By Erin Cox, Hadley Green and Katie Shepherd