By Baltimore City Public Schools and Maryland Office of the Governor BALTIMORE – On June 4, Baltimore City Public Schools (City Schools) officially opened the doors to the new Furley Elementary School and Recreation Center, marking a major milestone in the district’s continued investment in sustainable, student-centered learning environments. In partnership with the Baltimore City […]
Category: Maryland Government
Posted inMaryland Government
Gov. Wes Moore tells Dems in South Carolina to become the party of ‘Yes’ and ‘Now’
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore urged South Carolina Democrats to be a party of “yes” and “now,” advocating for action and urgency. He condemned the 47th president’s actions, while encouraging his fellow Dems to learn from the president to deliver alternatives quickly.
Posted inReligion
Faith leaders stand with governor on veto of bill to create Maryland reparation commission
Rev. Jerome Stephens and a group of prominent faith leaders support Gov. Wes Moore’s veto of a proposed reparations commission, urging a shift from further study to immediate action on racial equity. They highlight the administration’s tangible progress in closing racial gaps and call for continued investment in housing, education and economic opportunity for Black Marylanders.
Posted inMaryland News
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore vetoes slavery reparations study, citing need for ‘the work itself’
By Brian WitteThe Associated Press ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) — Maryland Gov. Wes Moore announced May 16 he will veto a measure to create a commission to study potential slavery reparations in the state, saying that while it was a difficult decision, the issue already has been studied and now is the time “to focus on […]
Posted inMaryland News
Gov. Moore signs order to reform in-custody death investigations in Maryland
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore signed an executive order to reform in-custody restraint-related death investigations following an audit that exposed serious failures within the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner. The order establishes a task force, directs case reviews, and advances oversight and transparency to rebuild public trust and ensure accountability.
Posted inMaryland News
Moore approves major school funding legislation at third bill signing of 2025
Governor Wes Moore signed the Excellence in Maryland Public Schools Act to improve education and tackle the state’s teacher shortage through updated funding and support. Although there were proposed budget cuts, lawmakers restored money for community schools, which mainly serve low-income and Black students across Maryland.
Posted inHBCU
Governor Moore delivers commencement address at Lincoln University
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore delivered the May 4 commencement address at Lincoln University, honoring the legacy of his grandfather—an alumnus forced to flee the U.S. as a child—and urging the Class of 2025 to embrace patriotism by shaping a better future. Moore, a military veteran and author, emphasized gratitude for past sacrifices and the responsibility of graduates to lead with purpose and unity.
Posted inMaryland News
Gov. Wes Moore draws buzz as Democrats look ahead
Maryland Governor Wes Moore is gaining national attention as a potential Democratic presidential contender, praised for his leadership, charisma, and unifying presence following the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse. While Moore insists his focus remains on Maryland, party members nationwide view him as a rising star and a beacon of hope for the Democratic Party’s future.
Posted inMaryland Government
Maryland governor signs key criminal justice reform bills during Second Chance Month
At his second bill signing of 2025, Maryland Gov.Wes Moore signed transformative legislation aimed at reforming the state’s expungement process and giving incarcerated individuals a meaningful second chance. The Expungement Reform Act and Second Look Act address long-standing racial disparities in the justice system, offering new hope for thousands of Marylanders seeking redemption and opportunity.
Posted inMaryland News
Maryland Sen. Van Hollen meets with Abrego Garcia in El Salvador amid court fight over US return
Sen. Chris Van Hollen met with Kilmar Abrego Garcia in El Salvador on April 17, weeks after Abrego was deported by the 47th president’s administration despite a court order blocking his removal. The case has sparked partisan conflict in the U.S., with Democrats demanding his return and due process, while Republicans back his detention amid unproven gang allegations.
Posted inMaryland Government
Gov. Wes Moore announces additional employment support for impacted federal workers
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore has launched a new hiring initiative to streamline applications for hard-to-fill state government roles, aiming to support job-seeking federal workers affected by layoffs. The program simplifies hiring for positions in HR, procurement, accounting and fiscal services, offering an expedited application process to quickly connect qualified candidates with job opportunities.
Posted inMental Health
Funding restored to Maryland youth mental health initiatives
By Sasha Allen Maryland mental health advocates and providers are relieved coming out of this year’s legislative session, where state lawmakers decided against a drastic cut in funding to the state’s year-old, big-money program aimed at improving the mental health of its young people. The Consortium on Coordinated Community Supports, created under the state’s ambitious […]