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County Executive Klausmeier pens open letter in support of IG pick

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TOWSON, MD—County Executive Kathy Klausmeier has penned an open letter supporting Khadija E. Walker, her nominee for Baltimore County Inspector General. Klausmeier announced the pick last week, drawing instant criticism from those in support of current Inspector General Kelly Madigan. The Baltimore County League of Women Voters has voiced “serious opposition” over the process recently implemented by County Executive Klausmeier […]

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Governor Moore elected as Vice Chair of National Governors Association

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ANNAPOLIS, MD—Maryland Governor Wes Moore has been elected as vice chair of the National Governors Association (NGA), the only bipartisan national organization representing the nation’s governors. He will serve in this role for the next year before assuming the chairmanship in 2026, succeeding Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt. “We all want to create a brighter future for our states, and the […]

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Baltimore County League of Women Voters criticizes Inspector General appointment process

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TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County League of Women Voters has voiced “serious opposition” to the process recently implemented County Executive Kathy Klausmeier for appointing the Baltimore County Inspector General. Last week, County Executive Klausmeier announced the selection of Khadija E. Walker, a federal veteran, as her appointee for Baltimore County Inspector General. Walker’s name has been formally submitted to the County […]

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Governor Moore joins McLaren leadership in announcing new vehicle processing center at Tradepoint Atlantic

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BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland Governor Wes Moore announced Friday that British luxury car manufacturer McLaren will establish its first U.S. vehicle processing center at Tradepoint Atlantic in the Port of Baltimore, a project representing more than $10.5 million in investment and expected to create over 20 new jobs. The 50,000-square-foot facility, located at the revitalized former Bethlehem Steel mill site in Sparrows […]

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Advocacy group claims Maryland officials are modifying COMAR to usurp local school boards

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ANNAPOLIS, MD—A Maryland state committee is drawing sharp criticism for an “emergency” regulatory change that critics contend is an attempt to bypass the normal legislative process and override local control of school boards. The move, effective Monday, July 28, 2025, has ignited a debate over state authority versus local autonomy in Maryland’s education system. At issue is an amendment to […]

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Klausmeier taps federal veteran Khadija Walker as Baltimore County Inspector General nominee

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TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Executive Kathy Klausmeier announced Thursday the selection of Khadija E. Walker, a federal veteran with more than two decades of Inspector General experience, as her appointee for Baltimore County Inspector General. Walker’s name has been formally submitted to the County Council for consideration and confirmation. Walker was chosen after an extensive search process that included two rounds […]

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White House denies Maryland’s request for federal flood aid, Governor Moore responds

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ANNAPOLIS, MD—The White House has rejected Maryland’s request for a federal disaster declaration following severe flooding in Western Maryland in May, Gov. Wes Moore announced on Wednesday. The decision denies federal assistance for communities in Allegany and Garrett counties, which suffered millions of dollars in damage. Governor Moore said the state would appeal the decision, asserting that the floods “clearly […]

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Councilman Marks to introduce resolution to give Inspector General oversight of BCPS

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UPDATE: Baltimore County Board of Education member Julie Henn has issued the following statement: “Thank you to Baltimore County Councilman David Marks for his support of Inspector General Kelly Madigan and for his efforts to expand the Baltimore County Office of the Inspector General’s jurisdiction to include Baltimore County Public Schools. I have long advocated for increased oversight, was proud […]

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