State Government
Maryland Faces Multiple Challenges: From Flood Warnings to Legislative Audits
Maryland grapples with severe weather, paused federal worker hiring, and legislative audits questioning state savings, highlighting a series of pressing state issues.
Sheila Y. Oliver Foundation Celebrates Women's Leadership at Second Annual Legacy Brunch
The Sheila Y. Oliver Foundation's second annual Legacy Brunch honored nine trailblazing women leaders and commemorated Lt. Governor Sheila Y. Oliver's impact, highlighting the foundation's mission to empower underserved communities and cultivate future leaders.
Maryland Faces Significant Changes in Government, Workforce, and Community Policies
Maryland undergoes pivotal shifts in governance, workforce dynamics, and community policies, highlighting the state's evolving political and social landscape.
Maryland Upholds Offshore Wind Farm Permit Amid EPA Challenge
Maryland defends its permit for an offshore wind farm despite EPA objections, highlighting the state's commitment to renewable energy amidst regulatory scrutiny.
Maryland Offers $20,000 Buyouts to State Employees to Reduce Payroll Costs
Maryland's government introduces a voluntary separation program offering $20,000 plus benefits to eligible state employees as part of efforts to cut $121 million from personnel expenses.
Maryland Faces Critical Challenges in Unemployment Trust Fund Solvency and Transportation Planning
Maryland's unemployment insurance trust fund solvency and the disbandment of a key transportation project group highlight pressing state challenges with significant implications for economic stability and infrastructure development.
Climate Change Impacts Across Maryland: From Ghost Forests to Urban Heat Islands
Maryland faces diverse climate change impacts, from dying trees and ghost forests on the Eastern Shore to urban heat islands in Baltimore, highlighting the urgent need for adaptation and mitigation strategies.
Virginia Enacts Sweeping Criminal Justice Reforms Targeting Emerging Crimes and Public Safety
Virginia's new criminal laws, effective July 1, 2025, introduce stricter penalties for crimes like drone trespassing and fentanyl trafficking, reflecting a nuanced approach to public safety and individual rights.
Kevin Atticks: A New Vision for Maryland's Agriculture Sector
Kevin Atticks, appointed as Maryland's Secretary of Agriculture in January 2023, brings a wealth of experience from his leadership roles in value-added agricultural organizations, signaling a promising direction for the state's agricultural industry.
Texas Governor Signs Legislation to Boost Oil and Gas Industry
Governor Greg Abbott's recent signing of bills aimed at promoting the oil and gas industry underscores its significance to Texas's economy and the Permian Basin's future.
Darrow Law Firm Unveils Comprehensive Interactive Map of Texas Attorneys
Darrow Law Firm has released a new interactive map detailing the geographic distribution of over 75,000 licensed attorneys across Texas' 254 counties, providing insights into legal resource allocation and potential representation gaps.
American Heart Association Supports Arkansas' Bid to Ban Sugary Drinks from SNAP Program
The American Heart Association is backing Arkansas' efforts to prohibit sugary drink purchases in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, challenging the soda industry's opposition to improving public health through nutrition policy.