Maryland awarded $13.2 million for enhanced crash data reporting

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT), Maryland State Police, and Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services Systems (MIEMSS) have received a $13.2 million grant to improve the state’s crash reporting system. The five-year grant, from the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) State Electronic Data Collection (SEDC) program, will standardize interagency crash data and streamline its exchange across local, […]

Attorney General Brown warns consumers to beware of fraudulent charities, scams when donating to California wildfire relief

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown is warning consumers to be wary of fraudulent charities and scams when donating to wildfire relief efforts in California. Many people are eager to help those affected by the wildfires, but scammers often take advantage of disasters to set up fake charities. Before donating, check an organization’s registration with the Maryland Secretary of […]

Police in Harford County seek to identify attempted carjacking suspects, reward offered

BELCAMP, MD—The Harford County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help in identifying two attempted carjacking suspects. On January 1, 2025, the pictured individuals and vehicle were believed to be involved in an attempted carjacking at the Royal Farms located at 2692 Tobin Crossing, near the intersection of Route 543 and I-95. The male suspects, between the ages of 16-20, […]

Governor Moore unveils $67.3 billion FY 2026 budget plan, vehicle and online delivery fee increases proposed

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Maryland Governor Wes Moore has released the Moore-Miller administration’s $67.3 billion budget proposal for fiscal year 2026. The plan focuses on four key areas: growing the economy, strengthening Maryland’s workforce, modernizing government, and fixing the state’s tax system. The proposal accomplishes these goals without raising sales or property taxes, while increasing taxes and fees elsewhere. “We are guided by […]

Maryland Department of Transportation releases $21.2 billion final six-year capital budget

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Transportation has released its $21.2 billion final six-year capital budget for fiscal years 2025-30. The budget fully funds and revives projects that prioritize safety and reliability while driving economic growth statewide. “Maryland deserves and demands to have a safe and reliable transportation system that is accessible for all to use and helps drive our ability […]

Pets on Wheels gets $5K grant for veteran therapy visits

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Pets on Wheels, a Maryland therapy pet organization, has received a $5,000 grant from Petco Love, a national nonprofit, to support its work with veterans. The grant is part of Petco Love’s Helping Heroes initiative, which supports service, therapy, and working animals. Petco Love works to make communities and pet families closer, stronger, and healthier. Since its founding in […]

Maryland Freedom Caucus launches

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Seven of Maryland’s House of Delegates members on Tuesday launched the Maryland Freedom Caucus as the thirteenth group of legislators to join this national movement. “Thirteen is a poignant number in Maryland, being one of the original thirteen colonies that banded together to fight for their independence from an oppressive, authoritarian government,” Maryland Freedom Caucus said in a press […]

MDTA: Unpaid toll text message scam is resurfacing

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Transportation Authority is warning motorists of a popular scam that has been resurfacing in recent weeks. Have you recently received a text message claiming you owe money for unpaid tolls? The MDTA says there  are ongoing SMS phishing attacks designed to trick you into paying fake toll debt. The most recent attacks replicate the look and logo […]