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New report on workplace fraud in Maryland finds thousands of misclassified workers in state

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BALTIMORE, MD—A new report from Maryland’s Joint Enforcement Task Force on Workplace Fraud (JETF) reveals a significant problem of worker misclassification in the state, costing thousands of workers crucial workplace protections and millions in tax revenue. In 2024, Task Force agencies identified over 5,500 misclassified workers through their enforcement actions. This misclassification resulted in over $36 million in unreported taxable […]

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Maryland AG joins coalition against counterfeit weight loss drugs

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BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown has joined a bipartisan coalition of 37 states and territories urging the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to crack down on the sale of counterfeit weight loss and diabetes drugs. The coalition’s letter highlights the dangers of these counterfeit medications, which include Mounjaro, Zepbound, Ozempic, and Wegovy (GLP-1 drugs). The letter, co-led by […]

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Governor Moore announces Maryland Manufacturing 4.0 grant recipients

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ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore announced this week announced that 43 Maryland businesses will receive a total of $5 million in grants to support their investment in Industry 4.0 technologies. The grants, awarded through the Maryland Manufacturing 4.0 program, aim to help small and mid-sized manufacturers modernize their operations and boost their competitiveness. The Maryland Manufacturing 4.0 program, administered by the […]

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President Trump appoints Governor Moore to Council of Governors

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WASHINGTON, DC—President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced new appointments to the Council of Governors, selecting 10 state leaders to advise on national security, disaster response, and military coordination. Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R) and Maryland Gov. Wes Moore (D) will serve two-year terms on the council, with Youngkin also acting as co-chair alongside North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein (D). The […]

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Maryland considers sugary drink tax

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ANNAPOLIS, MD—Maryland lawmakers are considering a new tax on sugary drinks that would raise nearly $500 million annually, potentially making it the first state to impose a $0.02-per-ounce tax on sweetened beverages. The proposed legislation, House Bill 1469, dubbed the “For our Kids Act,” aims to fund free school meals, child care subsidies, and the state’s general fund. The bill, […]

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DC man sentenced to 22 years in prison for role in armed robberies of Maryland cell phone stores

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BALTIMORE, MD—A Washington, D.C. man has been sentenced to federal prison for his role in robbing four cell phone stores across Maryland at gunpoint, officials say. Xavier Jones, 26, was involved in robberies at Verizon and AT&T stores in Baltimore County, Howard County, and Prince George’s County, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office. During the robberies, Jones and his accomplices […]

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Governor Moore launches resource website for Maryland workers affected by recent federal layoffs [VIDEO]

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ANNAPOLIS, MD—In the wake of potential layoffs and funding changes impacting federal employees and contractors, Maryland Governor Wes Moore has announced the launch of a centralized resource website. Maryland Public Servants Resource Website aims to provide support and information to Marylanders affected by the current federal workforce climate. The website launch comes as the Office of Personnel Management advised federal agencies […]

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Gas prices inch higher due to West Coast surge

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BALTIMORE, MD—The national average gas price increased by 2.2 cents this week, reaching $3.11 per gallon, according to GasBuddy. This rise is primarily attributed to sharp gas price increases on the West Coast, where refinery maintenance and outages have had a ripple effect on neighboring states. “While most of the country has experienced a relatively quiet week for gas prices, […]

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