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Impact of two local wage bills unclear on state legislation

Impact of two local wage bills unclear on state legislation

Some say passage of legislation in Montgomery and Prince George’s could complicate matters in state.

O’Malley promises tech fixes to health insurance exchange

Most of the problems should be addressed by mid-December, the Maryland governor says.

Pr. George’s votes to raise minimum wage

Lawmakers adopt a measure similar to one approved in Montgomery County.

Montgomery County Council approves transportation plan

The long-range plan envisions a network of bus-only lanes on some of the county’s most congested roads.

Montgomery Council votes to increase minimum wage

The increase will lift the hourly rate to $11.50 by 2017 and is part of a regional effort.

Gansler joins picket line over health care at Bowie Safeway

Gansler joins picket line over health care at Bowie Safeway

The attorney general and Democratic candidate for governor says he sides with the workers.

Md. GOP hopeful calls for hearings on reading scores

Del. Ronald A. George questions why the state excluded so many learning disabled students from the test.

Montgomery County is set to vote on minimum-wage hike

A flurry of new proposals and amendments could alter the bill.

Montomery council punts on Redskins name controversy

Council President Nancy Navarro finds little interest from her colleagues.

In first of a Web series, Gansler rolls out eyeglasses plan

In first of a Web series, Gansler rolls out eyeglasses plan

The Democratic gubernatorial hopeful in Maryland wants to help disadvantaged students see the board.

Md. House Republicans to push 10 percent income tax cut

Md. House Republicans to push 10 percent income tax cut

Minority Whip Kathy Szeliga previewed priorities for the upcoming legislative session.