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How many kids receive state help for neglect and abuse? Md. council says they don't know

Maryland Child Protective Services evaluates thousands of potential cases of child neglect, abuse and mistreatment each year to determine what actions are needed to protect some of the state’s most vulnerable population: its youth.

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Md. Gov. Moore plans to hold quarterly meetings with mayors at government house, support 'tourism zones'

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore (D) said municipal leaders know their constituents best because they work closely with them when it comes to public safety, trash collection and other local services.

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Maryland's US Senate race is underway. Here's the latest from the campaign trail

Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks adds another high-profile endorsement to her campaign for U.S. Senate.

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Brothers arrested outside Maryland State House take case to Supreme Court

An appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court by Second Amendment activists in Maryland could affect protections for police officers and the public’s right to document the activities of law enforcement.

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How Maryland's recent malaria case can inform future detection and prevention

State and federal public health officials believe the malaria case identified in Maryland can help inform about the difficulties in diagnosing locally acquired cases.

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Wright begins role as interim superintendent of Maryland public schools, but wants to remain in job

Before Carey Wright begins her work as interim superintendent of Maryland’s public schools Oct. 23, she plans to meet with state Department of Education staff and members of the education community.

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Health care workers in DC area authorize strike against Kaiser Permanente, joining thousands across the nation

About 98% of health care workers from the union voted to authorize a strike to protest “unfair labor practices” if no agreement is reached by Sept. 30.

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Maryland advocates are pressing for a lower voting age in local elections

Common Cause Maryland, a nonprofit advocacy organization, is encouraging local officials to allow more young people to vote in local elections.

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