MS-13 gang members indicted for murder in Maryland

BALTIMORE, MD—Two Maryland MS-13 gang members have been indicted for murder in aid of racketeering, federal authorities announced. Manuel Erazo Alvarado, 46, and Erick Guillen Pleitez, 46, both of Annapolis, were charged in a federal grand jury indictment returned on February 13, according to the Department of Justice. On March 6, 2025, Guillen Pleitez made his initial appearance in the […]

Lawmakers, advocates rally for Chesapeake Bay cleanup

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Maryland lawmakers enjoyed fresh, local oysters on Lawyer’s Mall in Annapolis on March 18 as Chesapeake Bay advocates and oyster growers demonstrated the importance of funding for oyster restoration and Chesapeake Bay cleanup. Dozens of lawmakers and Moore administration members relished raw and roasted oysters farmed by Maryland aquaculture businesses across the state, including Dorchester and St. Mary’s Counties. […]

Maryland Freedom Caucus hosts Tax Revolt Rally, calls for immediate action against proposed tax hikes

ANNAPOLIS, MD—The Maryland Freedom Caucus gathered with citizens, legislators, and media for the Tax Revolt Rally on March 19, 2025 at Lawyers’ Mall in Annapolis. The rally showcased the concern Marylanders have about what the Maryland Freedom Caucus calls “the state’s reckless tax-and-spend policies and their determination to fight back.” “The energy tonight was incredible. The people who came out […]

Maryland launches pilot program for watershed restoration

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland’s Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has announced five watershed projects that will be part of the state’s Whole Watershed Act pilot program. The five-year program will implement restoration projects in the Antietam Creek in Washington County, the Baltimore Harbor, Newport Bay in Worcester County, the Severn River near Annapolis, and the Upper Choptank River on the Eastern Shore. […]

Marylanders with disabilities to hold action night in Annapolis to protest budget cuts

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Marylanders with disabilities will hold an action night in Annapolis on Monday to protest Governor Wes Moore’s proposed budget cuts. The “These Are Our Lives” action night is organized and led by people with disabilities who will draw from their own lived experiences. On Monday night, March 3rd, people with developmental disabilities will come together to share their personal […]

Maryland Citizens for the Arts’ Executive Director: Gov. Moore’s budget cuts ‘unacceptable’

BALTIMORE, MD—The Executive Director of Maryland Citizens for the Arts is slamming Governor Wes Moore’s proposed FY 2026 budget cuts. In a recent blog post, Nicholas Cohen says Governor Moore’s proposals are “unacceptable” and could have “devastating consequences.” In Governor Moore’s initial Fiscal Year 2026 budget proposal, he recommended keeping level funding for the Maryland State Arts Council and fully […]

Maryland Developmental Disabilities Coalition to host emergency rally to protect developmental disability services in Maryland

ANNAPOLIS, MD—The Maryland Developmental Disabilities Coalition, which includes The Arc Maryland, Disability Rights Maryland, Maryland Association of Community Services (MACS), Maryland Developmental Disabilities Council, and People on the Go Maryland, will hold a crucial rally in Lawyers Mall in Annapolis on Monday night to highlight the impact of the proposed $457 million budget cut to developmental disabilities services. Organizers say […]