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Governor Larry Hogan ordered Maryland’s flags to be lowered to half staff, to honor the passing of President George H.W. Bush. “I have directed American and Maryland flags be flown at half-staff immediately through December 30th to mark President George H.W. Bush’s passing,” said Hogan. President Donald Trump also ordered the United States Flag to half […]

Governor Larry Hogan is calling on Marylanders to apply for an emergency redistricting commission to redraw the legislative lines in District 6. The commission comes in response to a federal judge ordering the district to be redrawn. Yesterday, Hogan signed an executive order, calling for a nonpartisan Emergency Commission on Sixth Congressional District Gerrymandering. “This […]

Hundreds of people gathered in a line that wrapped behind the building of Bethesda Blues and Jazz Supper Club Tuesday evening for a “Get Out the Vote Rally” with Ben Jealous, the Democratic-candidate for Maryland Governor. “I really believe in Ben Jealous and I wanted to come out and show my support for him,” said […]

There’s a new tip line in Maryland that aims to enhance school safety. Governor Larry Hogan joined students, education leaders, and local law enforcement agencies early Wednesday to announce the launch of “Safe Schools Maryland,” a tip line and mobile app designed for residents to report possible threats in schools. “Incidents of targeted violence at […]

Maryland Governor Larry Hogan joined Maryland Transportation Secretary Peter Rahn to announce the reconstruction of the Brookville bypass Tuesday afternoon. Officials said this new road project will mean less time in the car for commuters. “Drivers consistently face delays and congestion when navigating the current narrow, and two-lane roadway through this historic Maryland town,” said […]

Rockville will celebrate late teen poet and peace activist Mattie J.T. Stepanek’s birthday with cake, activities, crafts and entertainment to honor his life and legacy. The Mayor and Council declared July 14 Mattie J.T. Stepanek Peace Day in Rockville at their meeting Monday, July 2 with a proclamation presented to Jeni Stepanek, Mattie’s mother. Born Matthew Joseph […]

If you are traveling this weekend to celebrate the Memorial Day holiday, it just might cost you less to get there. Maryland Governor Larry Hogan announced Wednesday, May 23, that the Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) will permanently eliminate the E-ZPass Maryland transponder fee for new customers. Toll fees at the Chesapeake Bay Bridge are reduced […]

Lorna Virgili hosts the latest episode of County Report This Week with news and information for Montgomery County. On this episode, find reports on: Local officials from Montgomery and Frederick Counties send a joint letter to Governor Larry Hogan not to postpone the northern I-270 study; Maryland Larry Hogan signs the Free College Tuition bill; Executive […]

Governor Larry Hogan signed a bill into law Tuesday that aims to provide “tax relief” for Marylanders, according to a news release. In response to the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 that eliminates the federal personal exemptions individuals could claim, Maryland State lawmakers passed the Income Tax-Personal Exemptions bill during the 2018 legislative […]

Hogan Signs Community College Promise Scholarship Legislation  A bill signed by Gov. Larry Hogan Tuesday aims to make college more affordable for residents. Dozens of lawmakers gathered in Annapolis as Hogan signed the Near Completers and Maryland Community College Scholarships bill into law, which allocates $15 million per year in need based tuition aid for […]