Maryland Gov. Wes Moore signed the Housing Starts Here executive order to speed up housing development, reduce regulatory barriers, and expand affordable options amid a statewide shortfall of about 96,000 units. The plan emphasizes transit-oriented development, streamlined permitting, and stronger state-local coordination to close the housing gap and ease costs for renters and homeowners.
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A look at how Gloria Nelson continues to advocate for Turner Station
Gloria Nelson is dedicated to preserving Turner Station’s legacy while advocating for its future. Once a thriving Black community, the neighborhood faces challenges, but Nelson leads efforts to revitalize it. Through partnerships and advocacy, she works to improve sustainability, housing and economic opportunities, ensuring Turner Station endures for generations.
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Gov. Moore announces first Road to Careers funding recipients to promote high-skill workforce development
Gov. Wes Moore has announced the first $4 million in Road to Careers grants, aimed at training nearly 1,200 Marylanders for high-demand construction and transportation jobs. The initiative targets historically underserved communities, offering wraparound services to support career development and help close the racial wealth gap.
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Maryland celebrates Earth Day with youth art on zero-emission buses
By the Maryland Department of Transportation The Maryland Department of Transportation Maryland Transit Administration, in partnership with the Maryland Department of the Environment and Maryland State Department of Education, announced on April 22 the winners of the second annual Earth Day Art Competition. Specially designed zero-emission buses have been wrapped with original artwork from six […]
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One year later: Residents and business owners continue recovery efforts from Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse
As the anniversary of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse approaches, Baltimore residents reflect on the lasting impact of the tragedy and the ongoing rebuild efforts. While the collapse has caused significant disruptions to traffic and local businesses, community leaders remain hopeful that increased attention and new partnerships will help address infrastructure concerns.
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Government contracts can be game-changers for small and minority-owned businessesÂ
Government contracts can be transformative for small and minority-owned businesses, offering consistent work, credibility, and growth opportunities, and are particularly important for minority-owned businesses as they provide access to government-endorsed opportunities and resources.
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Purple Line trains unveiled; Prince George’s communities weigh in
The Maryland Department of Transportation has unveiled the first cars of the Metro’s Purple Line, which is expected to open in 2027 and will extend 16 miles from New Carrollton to Bethesda, with 21 total stops.