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Ocean City Seeks Larger County Grant Share

Worcester County leaders question if funds should go to less affluent areas instead.

Baltimore City Council Presses BGE on Conduit Safety After Underground Fires

Utility company says it has made progress in modernizing the underground conduit system.

Baltimore Leaders Vow to Prevent Future Underground Fires

City and utility companies say progress is being made to address dangerous conduit issues.

State Leaders, Residents Push Back Against Major BGE Power Line Project

Proposed transmission line would tear up streets in historic South Baltimore neighborhoods, raising concerns about costs and community impact.

Maryland Senate President Criticizes BGE's South Baltimore Project

Ferguson says planned transmission line route through historic neighborhoods is "wholly unacceptable"

Baltimore Mayor Responds to Inspector General's P-Card Review

Scott says office violated policies but did not misuse city funds

Baltimore Plans Major Infrastructure Upgrades

City outlines capital improvement plan for new pools, affordable housing, and more

Greenbelt Council Debates Removing Pledge of Allegiance at Meetings

Residents express differing views on patriotism and inclusion as city leaders consider changing meeting format

Baltimore Mayor's Office Violated Purchasing Card Policies, Report Finds

Inspector General investigation uncovers over $160,000 in questionable spending, including on food and catering at sports games

Baltimore Mayor Touts City's Transformation Despite Trump Criticism

Data shows decline in murders, vacant buildings, and population growth in recent years

Annapolis Announces Town Hall Dates for 1st, 3rd, and 5th Wards

Mayor's initiative to engage directly with community and involve residents in city governance

Greenbelt Council Faces Tough Decisions on Unfunded Capital Projects

City staff presents $65M in unfunded projects, with priorities ranging from high to low

Baltimore Council Reviews Landlord Licensing Bill Amid Tenant Complaints

Residents call for immediate action as city council considers new rental property regulations.

Baltimore City Council Seeks to Close Rental Licensing Loopholes

Proposed legislation aims to strengthen enforcement and protect tenants from landlord misconduct.

Baltimore Mayor Announces Key Appointments to Revitalize Housing and Planning

New leadership for Baltimore's housing and planning departments aims to address city's development challenges.

Baltimore City Inspector General Sues Over Access to Records

Lawsuit alleges mayor's office deliberately withheld subpoenaed records

Baltimore's Rental Dwelling Health And Safety Act Faces Legal Hurdles

Proposed ordinance aims to increase oversight on rental properties, but faces opposition in City Council committee hearing.

Baltimore City Councilmember Opposes Mayor's Property Tax Plan

Councilmember Yitzy Schleifer says the plan offers no relief for renters in the city.

Chesapeake Beach to Vote on Waterpark Funding and Construction Code Changes

Town Council to introduce and vote on two new ordinances at March meeting

Maryland, Virginia Democrats Press DC Water Over Potomac Sewage Spill

Lawmakers demand transparency and action from utility after massive wastewater leak into vital river.

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