Maryland Governor Wes Moore has signed an executive order to combat climate change by decreasing building emissions, aiming to reach 100% clean energy by 2035 and enforce zero-emission heating standards.
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Biden signs executive action to tighten security at U.S.- Mexico border
President Joe Biden has signed an executive order temporarily restricting illegal immigrants from seeking asylum at the U.S.-Mexico border, in an effort to address the large flow of migrants, but Democrats have expressed concern for Black immigrants and the lack of a more nuanced approach.
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Baltimore County Councilmen in consideration for interim county executive role
Baltimore County Councilman Julian Jones and Councilman Izzy Patoka are being considered as potential successors to County Executive John Olszewski, who is currently running for Maryland’s 2nd Congressional District.
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Baltimore residents push for investments in public safety protections for renters at City Council Taxpayer’s Night
The Baltimore City Council is holding budget hearings with city agencies to debate, amend and pass the FY25 budget by June 26, with residents asking for more funding for youth violence prevention, housing inspectors, and rental assistance.
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Governor Moore signs bills to improve public safety and juvenile justice
Gov. Wes Moore signed several public safety bills into law, including the Center for Firearm Violence Prevention and Intervention, the Juvenile Law Reform, the Pava Marie LaPere Act and the Pava LaPere Legacy of Innovation Act of 2024, while vetoing bills that would have modernized the state’s public notice requirements and allowed out-of-state RV dealers to temporarily participate in Maryland RV shows.
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Former U.S. President Donald Trump guilty on 34 felony chargesÂ
Former U.S. President Donald Trump was found guilty of 34 charges related to his attempt to cover up an alleged affair with an adult film star, becoming the first U.S. president to be convicted in a criminal court case.
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Judge Michelle Greer makes history as first African-American to serve Baltimore County Orphan’s Court
Judge Michelle Greer has been appointed by Gov. Wes Moore to become the first African-American woman to be appointed to the Baltimore County Orphan’s Court in its 250-year history.
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Marilyn Mosby avoids prison, sentenced to one year home detention for mortgage fraud, perjury convictions
Former Baltimore City State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby was sentenced to three years of supervised release and 12 months of home detention for mortgage fraud and perjury, and was also ordered to complete 100 hours of community service.
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Marilyn Mosby pursues presidential pardon amidst national support
Former Baltimore City State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby is pushing for a presidential pardon ahead of her sentencing for mortgage fraud and perjury convictions on May 23, with supporters rallying behind her and requesting a pardon from President Biden.
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Dali cargo ship moved to Seagirt Marine Terminal
The Dali cargo ship was successfully moved to the Seagirt Marine Terminal in Baltimore on May 20, marking a major milestone in the effort to fully reopen the Port of Baltimore.
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D.C. mayor opens safe commercial corridor hub in Anacostia
Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser has opened a second Safe Commercial Corridor Hub in the Anacostia neighborhood of Ward 8, providing residents with access to city services and outreach teams from various agencies to respond to community challenges.
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A time to educate: The importance of civic studies in K-12 classrooms
Civics education in K-12 prepares students to live in a democracy, teaches them about their rights, encourages civic responsibility and helps create meaningful participation in society.