On the first day of the Maryland General Assembly session, Brenda Wintrode and I asked lawmakers how they keep their constituents’ needs top of mind. Here’s what several had to say: www.thebaltimorebanner.com/politics-pow...

How lawmakers say they’ll represent you in Annapolis

Most of the lawmaking course has already been charted by leadership, but legislators bring with them the individual names and unique stories of their constituents — even those who didn’t vote for ...

Maryland state lawmakers went back to work yesterday. The first day of the General Assembly session is celebratory, but they have hard work ahead on the state budget and crime involving young people. www.thebaltimorebanner.com/politics-pow...

Back to work: Governor, lawmakers begin 90 days of lawmaking in Annapolis

The opening day of the General Assembly session is a day of ceremony and optimism, with lawmakers greeting each other after months spent back in their districts and at their day jobs.

Catching up on some news here … A member of the Maryland State Board of Elections resigned today after being charged in connection with the attempted insurrection at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021. www.thebaltimorebanner.com/politics-pow...

Maryland elections board member resigns after being charged in Capitol riot

Carlos Ayala is a Republican from Salisbury who was appointed to the elections board last year by Gov. Wes Moore, following a recommendation from the Maryland Republican Party.

Happy first day of the 446th session of the Maryland General Assembly to all who observe. Here’s what’s in store for lawmakers this year: www.thebaltimorebanner.com/politics-pow...

Tight budget, juvenile crime concerns top agenda in Annapolis

Maryland’s lawmakers will spend 90 days reviewing thousands of bills. But the issues likely to get the most attention are a tight budget situation and ongoing concerns about violence and crime invol...

Calling Maryland political junkies! The Baltimore Banner is hosting “Inside the Legislative Session” in Annapolis on Jan. 16 — a FREE event featuring remarks and convos with Gov. Moore, Speaker Jones, President Ferguson and more. Full details: www.thebaltimorebannerevents.com/insidetheleg...

Harry Dunn defended the U.S. Capitol from a violent mob on Jan. 6, 2021. Now he wants to return to the Capitol as a member of Congress himself. He’s the latest entrant into a crowded race for Maryland’s 3rd Congressional District. www.thebaltimorebanner.com/politics-pow...

Maryland's 3rd Congressional District is open in 2024. Who is running?

The district encompasses all of Howard County, a small bit of Carroll County, and a large swath of northern and central Anne Arundel County, and is full of talented politicians who might now be recons...

🏇New plan to revive thoroughbred horse racing in Maryland relies on Stronach Group donating Pimlico to the state, which would redevelop it & hire new operators. Essentially, Stronach is getting out of the racing biz here, and the state is getting into it www.thebaltimorebanner.com/politics-pow...

New plan for horse racing focuses on revitalizing Pimlico Race Course

A new plan for reviving thoroughbred horse racing in Maryland would center the industry around a revitalized Pimlico Race Course in Park Heights that would be owned by a new state entity.

The Women’s Law Center of Maryland is turning to retired judge Katie Curran O’Malley to lead the nonprofit’s work in representing women in court and advocating for laws that protect and support women. www.thebaltimorebanner.com/politics-pow...

Women’s Law Center picks retired judge Katie Curran O’Malley as new leader

The nonprofit organization represents thousands of women in court each year and advocates for laws that protect and promote women’s rights. “I thought it would be a perfect blend of the experience...

Look who is back in the Maryland State House: Former Gov. Martin O’Malley’s portrait now hangs between Govs Ehrlich and Hogan. A smaller version briefly was hung in 2023, before being replaced with this larger version.

Mountain Maryland never disappoints. 🌲 ❄️ Ready to take on all the news that 2024 will bring. Well … starting tomorrow. (And maybe I’ll remember to post my stories here!)