Maryland named 2025’s fifth-worst state for retirees, study

BALTIMORE, MD—Deciding where to spend your retirement years is one of life’s most significant choices. With factors ranging from housing costs and healthcare access to safety and tax considerations, many seniors struggle to determine which location will best serve their needs. To help simplify this important decision, retirement experts at Gold IRA Custodians have analyzed data across all 50 states […]

Baltimore County tops list of Maryland’s most dangerous places for injury-related fatalities

BALTIMORE, MD—A recent study as identified Baltimore County as the most dangerous county in Maryland in terms of injury-related fatalities. The analysis, performed by MyBioSource, examined data from 2020 to 2024, and found that Baltimore County experienced a dramatic increase of 56 deaths per 100,000 people, the highest rise of any county in the state. The study measured fatal injuries […]

Maryland State Police to step up St. Patrick’s Day DUI patrols

BALTIMORE, MD—In anticipation of increased DUI risks, the Maryland State Police have announced increased patrols and enforcement efforts targeting aggressive, distracted, and impaired driving throughout the St. Patrick’s Day weekend. Starting Friday, March 14th, and continuing through Monday, March 17th, troopers from all 23 barracks will be deployed in saturation patrols, focusing on roadways known for high rates of impaired […]

Maryland State Police to ramp up enforcement statewide over Super Bowl weekend

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland State Police are urging motorists to avoid aggressive, distracted and impaired driving throughout the Super Bowl weekend. Maryland State Troopers from all 23 barracks, including the State Police Impaired Driving Reduction Effort (SPIDRE) team, will focus on aggressive, distracted and impaired driving while conducting increased saturation patrols along roadways where impaired driving related crashes often occur. Enforcement efforts […]

Governor Wes Moore delivers Maryland’s 2025 State of the State address [VIDEO, FULL TEXT]

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore this week delivered his third State of the State address. Before a joint session of the Maryland General Assembly, the governor spoke about investing in industries of the future, reforming the tax code, and investing in Marylanders by meeting crisis with courage in the face of one of the most challenging and consequential legislative sessions in […]

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 […]

Taquitos sold at ALDI recalled over metal contamination concerns

BALTIMORE, MD—A brand of frozen chicken and cheese taquitos has been recalled over concerns about potential metal contamination, a federal agency announced. According to a news release from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Bestway Sandwiches Inc. recalled around 24,870 pounds of the taquitos, which may be contaminated with pieces of metal. The recalled product was sold at ALDI grocery stores […]

Maryland invests $20 million in historic revitalization

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore has announced the awarding of $20 million in historic revitalization tax credits through the Maryland Historical Trust. The funding will support 10 projects totaling more than $236 million in estimated costs, including affordable housing, makerspaces, and community facilities. Moore emphasized the importance of preserving Maryland’s history. Moore declared, “Our history is our power.” “And in Maryland, […]