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Trump administration’s DOT announces rule to strike down electric vehicle mandate

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WASHINGTON, DC—The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), under the Trump administration, announced this week a final rule aimed at “Resetting the Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) Program,” asserting that the Biden administration improperly used the standards to mandate electric vehicles. U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy stated that the move is intended to make vehicles more affordable and easier […]

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Last of Perry Hall Middle School trailers to be removed next week as overcrowding eases

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PERRY HALL, MD—The last of the trailers at Perry Hall Middle School will be removed next week, according to Councilman David Marks. “(The removal of the trailers) is another sign that overcrowding has been eliminated from this school with the construction of Nottingham Middle School and the expansion of Pine Grove Middle School,” said Councilman Marks. “The new principal, Justin […]

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Governor Moore announces $19 million energy relief fund for limited-, middle-income Marylanders

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ANNAPOLIS, MD—Maryland Governor Wes Moore this week announced the launch of a $19 million Customer Relief Fund aimed at assisting limited- and middle-income energy ratepayers across the state amid rising nationwide energy costs. The funds, donated by utility parent company Exelon, will be distributed through local nonprofit partners in the service areas of BGE, Pepco, and Delmarva Power. “Not a […]

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Maryland Freedom Caucus condemns L.A. violence, urges proactive action to protect Marylanders ahead of planned weekend protests

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ANNAPOLIS, MD—The Maryland Freedom Caucus has issued a statement condemning recent violence in Los Angeles, urging Maryland officials to take preventative measures as protests are anticipated to spread. The Caucus emphasized the importance of maintaining order and protecting communities from potential unrest. Vice Chair Delegate Kathy Szeliga stated, “What began as protests around ICE actions in Los Angeles has spiraled […]

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Governor Moore announces $6.95 million in ‘Build Our Future’ grant awards

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ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore this week announced $6.95 million in state grants aimed at boosting Maryland’s innovation infrastructure, supporting projects in critical technology sectors from life sciences to clean energy and cybersecurity. Ten organizations across the state were awarded funds through the Build Our Future Grant Pilot Program, part of the Governor’s Innovation Economy Infrastructure Act of 2023. The grants, […]

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Baltimore County to hold Small Area Plan meeting in Middle River

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MIDDLE RIVER, MD—The Baltimore County Department of Planning will hold a meeting on the Small Area Plan for White Marsh, Essex-Middle River, Bowleys Quarters, and Rossville/Rosedale. The in-person meeting will be held at 6 p.m. on Monday, June 23, 2025 at the Middle River Recreation Activity Center. A virtual meeting will also be held on Tuesday, June 24th. Additional information […]

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Governor Moore names Betsy Fox Tolentino as Maryland Department of Juvenile Services acting secretary, Delegates Nawrocki & Szeliga issue statement

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ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore on Monday announced the appointment of Betsy Fox Tolentino as acting secretary for the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services, effective June 11, 2025. Tolentino, who currently serves as managing director of juvenile and young adult justice initiatives at The Roca Impact Institute, will take over leadership of the state agency. “My highest priority is keeping our […]

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Several states sue Trump administration over plans to distribute machinegun conversion devices

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BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced Monday that he has joined a coalition of 16 attorneys general in filing a lawsuit against the Trump administration and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF). The lawsuit seeks to prevent the planned distribution of thousands of machinegun conversion devices (MCDs) to communities across the United States. The legal […]

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