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Maryland Governor Wes Moore Announces Cabinet Shake-Up with Three Top Officials Exiting

Maryland Governor Wes Moore Announces Cabinet Shake-Up with Three Top Officials Exiting

Maryland Governor Wes Moore has announced significant changes within his Cabinet, with three top officials departing their roles. Secretary of State Susan Lee is leaving for personal reasons after 24 years of service in Maryland government. Deputy Secretary Michael Lore will assume leadership of the department on an interim basis. Secretary of Public Safety and Correctional Services Carolyn Scruggs is also stepping down after more than 30 years with the department and the state; Deputy Secretary of Operations David Greene will temporarily take charge. Additionally, Secretary of Veterans and Military Families Edward Rothstein, who joined the administration in August 2025, is departing, with Deputy Secretary James “Jimmy” Anderson serving as acting secretary. Governor Moore expressed gratitude for their decades of service, stating that the state has greatly benefited from their leadership and expertise. The governor's office will initiate a search for permanent replacements for the secretary of state and pub...

Mark Lewis Elected Dorchester County Sheriff, Plans Community-Focused Growth

Mark Lewis Elected Dorchester County Sheriff, Plans Community-Focused Growth

Mark Lewis has been elected as the new Sheriff of Dorchester County, Maryland, following his victory over incumbent Sheriff James Phillips Jr. in the Republican primary and Democratic opponent Christine LaMonica in the general election. Lewis, a former Cambridge Police Chief, is set to be sworn into office in December. His immediate priorities include increasing the Sheriff's office's visibility within the community and focusing on recruitment and retention of deputies. He also plans to initiate a cadet program to foster new talent. Lewis emphasized the importance of thorough follow-up investigations for all incidents, regardless of perceived severity, to keep victims informed and engaged. He views this new role as a challenging but significant step in his law enforcement career, aiming to enhance community engagement and transparency.

Trump and his Justice Department stand defiant as Democrats ready an investigative blitz

Trump and his Justice Department stand defiant as Democrats ready an investigative blitz

President Donald Trump and his Department of Justice are taking a combative stance toward Democrats after their victories in the midterm elections

U.S. Rep. April McClain Delaney Congratulates Author on Historical Exploration of Haunted Destinations

U.S. Rep. April McClain Delaney Congratulates Author on Historical Exploration of Haunted Destinations

U.S. Rep. April McClain Delaney of Maryland has extended congratulations to author Brian Neal Bollinger for his exploration of American history through reportedly haunted destinations. In an October 19 letter, McClain Delaney acknowledged Bollinger's work, which delves into the stories associated with these locations, and emphasized the importance of responsible documentation in such endeavors. Bollinger's project is inspired by West Virginia's storytelling traditions and aims to encourage students and families to pursue their own possibilities. His journey has involved extensive travel, research, and documentation of various sites, including the Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum in Weston and Lake Shawnee Abandoned Amusement Park in Mercer County, bringing the national exploration back to West Virginia. Bollinger is also seeking recognition from the governor's office in his home state for this personal journey, hoping it will serve as an example for students to pursue their interests and goals.

U.S. Rep. April McClain Delaney Joins Colleagues in Advocating for Expanded Veterans' Care at Walter Reed

U.S. Rep. April McClain Delaney Joins Colleagues in Advocating for Expanded Veterans' Care at Walter Reed

U.S. Rep. April McClain Delaney (D-MD-06) has joined Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) and Congresswoman Sarah Elfreth (D-MD-03), along with other congressional colleagues, in urging the Department of Defense and Department of Veterans Affairs to select Walter Reed National Military Medical Center for an expansion of veterans' care. This advocacy is part of implementing Elfreth's provision from last year's National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which aims to improve the availability of care for veterans from DoD facilities. The bipartisan group emphasizes Walter Reed's suitability due to its status as a flagship joint military medical center, offering specialized clinical services, medical education, research, and rehabilitation. Its location in the National Capital Region would allow it to serve a large veteran population across Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, and the District of Columbia.

Purple Line Construction Prompts Road Closures in Silver Spring Through December 1

Purple Line Construction Prompts Road Closures in Silver Spring Through December 1

Ongoing Purple Line construction in Silver Spring, Maryland, is leading to a series of road closures, impacting traffic flow through December 1. Specifically, Wayne Avenue between Fenton Street and Dale Drive will experience closures from November 8-20, starting with the segment between Fenton and Cedar streets, followed by Cedar Street to Dale Drive. Additionally, the intersection of Fenton Street and Wayne Avenue is scheduled for closure from November 22 to December 1. These closures are part of the broader Purple Line project, a light rail system under development in the Washington D.C. metropolitan area. Drivers are advised to anticipate these disruptions and seek updated information on the Purple Line website for potential schedule changes and detour maps. Earlier closures on Wayne Avenue between Dale Drive and Manchester Road, which began on October 25, are set to conclude on November 6.

Maryland Department of Agriculture Awards $100,000 to Urban Farms and Community Gardens

Maryland Department of Agriculture Awards $100,000 to Urban Farms and Community Gardens

The Maryland Department of Agriculture (MDA) has announced the allocation of approximately $100,000 to 11 urban farms and community gardens through its inaugural Urban Agriculture Grant Program. This funding is designed to bolster the operations of urban producers, foster stronger community ties, and enhance access to fresh, healthy food, particularly in areas identified as having limited access to grocery stores and local produce. Maryland Department of Agriculture Secretary Kevin Atticks emphasized that urban farms contribute to community growth beyond just food production. The grants will support various capital improvements, including the installation of cold storage, post-harvest washing and packing stations, crop protection measures, and food safety training. These investments are intended to help growers minimize food loss, maintain produce quality, and improve their capacity to serve their communities. Additionally, funding will be provided for educational materials to engage residents in learning ...

Connecticut Sen. Chris Murphy is discharged from the hospital after a stroke, goes to rehab facility

Connecticut Sen. Chris Murphy is discharged from the hospital after a stroke, goes to rehab facility

Connecticut Democratic Sen. Chris Murphy says he has been discharged from the hospital after suffering a stroke last weekend and will miss “several weeks” of votes in the Senate as he recovers in a rehabilitation facility

Connecticut Sen. Chris Murphy is discharged from hospital after a stroke and goes to rehab facility

Connecticut Sen. Chris Murphy is discharged from hospital after a stroke and goes to rehab facility

Connecticut Democratic Sen. Chris Murphy says he has been discharged from the hospital after suffering a stroke last weekend and will miss “several weeks” of votes in the Senate as he recovers in a rehabilitation facility

Connecticut Sen. Chris Murphy discharged from hospital after stroke

Connecticut Sen. Chris Murphy discharged from hospital after stroke

Connecticut Democratic Sen. Chris Murphy says he has been discharged from the hospital after suffering a stroke last weekend and will miss “several weeks” of votes in the Senate as he recovers in a rehabilitation facility

Onelife Fitness Expands Across East Coast with New Clubs and Multi-Million Dollar Renovations

Onelife Fitness Expands Across East Coast with New Clubs and Multi-Million Dollar Renovations

Onelife Fitness Expands Across East Coast with New Clubs and Multi-Million Dollar Renovations

Maryland Landowners Petition Supreme Court Over Piedmont Power Line Surveys

Maryland Landowners Petition Supreme Court Over Piedmont Power Line Surveys

A group of 60 Maryland landowners has filed a petition with the U.S. Supreme Court, challenging lower court rulings that permitted surveyors from PSEG Renewable Transmission to access their properties for studies related to the proposed 67-mile Maryland Piedmont Reliability Project. The landowners, represented by the Pacific Legal Foundation, argue that the preliminary injunction granted to PSEG went too far by allowing property access before the company's eminent domain rights in Maryland were definitively established. The 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals had affirmed PSEG's right to conduct surveys, deeming the landowners' proposal unworkable, as PSEG requires these surveys to obtain approval from the Maryland Public Service Commission. The landowners contend that the appellate court's decision sets a dangerous precedent by authorizing a private entity to enter private property without first proving its sovereign power of eminent domain. The surveys, which began in June 2025, are nearing completion, but...