MILLIONS RAISED IN DEMOCRATIC PRIMARIES FOR CONGRESSIONAL SEATS: Former U.S. Capitol Police officer Harry Dunn has successfully raised over $2 million in his bid to secure a spot in the competitive Democratic primary. He is aiming to fill the position currently held by long-time U.S. Representative Steny Hoyer (D-5th). Meanwhile, businesswoman Quincy Bareebe has contributed more than $2 million of her own funds to the campaign. Josh Kurtz/Maryland Matters.
TRONE INVESTS ANOTHER $5 MILLION IN PURSUIT OF 6TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT SEAT: Former Representative David Trone from Potomac, who co-owns a national alcohol beverage retail chain, has added another $5 million to his campaign efforts. This investment aims to unseat his successor, Rep. April McClain Delaney, also from Potomac, ahead of the June 23 Democratic primary election for the 6th Congressional District seat. This information was revealed in disclosure reports submitted to the Federal Election Commission. Louis Peck/Bethesda Today.
NEW ‘CASH BILL’ ENABLES CASH USAGE IN MARYLAND STORES AS CREDIT CARD INTEREST RATES INCREASE: Del. Greg Wims from Montgomery County shared with The Baltimore Sun that his initiative to prohibit businesses from being cashless-only originated from an encounter at a Costco gas station. It was there that he met a veteran who highlighted the issue of being unable to use cash at local establishments. Tinashe Chingarande/The Baltimore Sun.
PROGRESS FOR EXONEREES IN COMPENSATION CASES: The Maryland General Assembly has passed legislation that reformulates the parole process. This new law includes provisions that prohibit counties from participating when individuals seek compensation under the Walter Lomax Act. This act is designed to create a standardized mechanism for compensating those who have been wrongfully convicted. Significantly, this new provision is retroactive. Dylan Segelbaum/The Banner/Montgomery.
TOP PAID EMPLOYEES IN HOWARD COUNTY IN 2025 INCLUDE PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICERS: Howard County’s payroll includes a total of 5,064 employees, which accumulates a gross pay exceeding $341 million across various departments and organizations. Notably, the County administration and the Department of Fire and Rescue Services continue to feature the highest earners, similar to the figures reported in 2024. April Santana/The Baltimore Sun.
BALTIMORE COUNTY’S $5 BILLION BUDGET MAINTAINS STABLE TAX RATE DESPITE RISING PROPERTY BILLS: Although the tax rate in Baltimore County has remained unchanged for decades, property tax bills have continued to climb, primarily due to the increasing value of homes. According to county estimates, the average residential tax bill now exceeds $3,300, noticeably higher than approximately $1,650 in 2007. John Lee/WYPR.
MARYLAND INTRODUCES LEGISLATION TO MAKE AI DEEPFAKES A CRIME FOLLOWING SCHOOL SCANDAL: A bill passed by the Maryland General Assembly aims to criminalize the use of artificial intelligence for impersonation with malicious intent. This move comes in response to a recent scandal involving a local high school and is now pending approval by Governor Wes Moore. Kristen Griffith/The Baltimore Banner.
PG COUNTY ICE AGENT CHARGED WITH POINTING GUN AT MOTORISTS ON HIGHWAY: A federal immigration agent from Maryland faces serious allegations after reportedly pointing his firearm at occupants of a vehicle while driving alongside them on a highway near Minneapolis. He is currently wanted on felony assault charges, according to prosecutors in Minnesota. Tim Sullivan, Claudia Lauer, and Russ Bynum/Associated Press/The Baltimore Banner.
COMMENTARY: ANNAPOLIS MAYOR’S INITIAL FOCUS AND STYLE REFLECTED IN HIS CALENDAR: Access granted to the mayor’s electronic diary through a public records inquiry sheds light on his priorities, partnerships, and style since taking office. Within the time frame of 134 days from his inauguration to his first State of the City address on Monday, Mayor Littmann’s approach is beginning to take shape. Rick Hutzell/The Baltimore Banner.
LAWMAKERS ADDRESS “SUPER SPEEDERS” AND VEHICLES REGISTERED IN VIRGINIA: Maryland legislators have enacted two bills aimed at enforcing stricter regulations against speeding and addressing the issue of vehicles registered in Virginia. Tara Lynch/CBS News.
BEL AIR TOWN ADMINISTRATOR EDWARD HOPKINS ANNOUNCES RESIGNATION EFFECTIVE MAY 14: Edward Hopkins, the Town Administrator for Bel Air, has submitted his resignation, stating he was surprised by the decision of the town’s commissioners, who indicated they no longer considered his service necessary. Matt Hubbard/The Aegis.
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