Cannabis regulations proposed ahead of legalization deadline
By GREG MORTON and DOROTHY HOOD ANNAPOLIS, Maryland – Maryland lawmakers introduced legislation Friday to create the framework for a
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Moore emphasizes service in first State of the State speech
Gov. Wes Moore emphasized service and community and called for bipartisanship in achieving his vision during his first State of the State address Wednesday. “Despite the challenges that we have seen, I know the Marylanders that I have spoken to, they’re not only fast to offer solutions, but they’ve also expressed a deep hope and a deep desire to be part of the solution,” Moore said. “We can be a state that rewards, that celebrates, that elevates a culture of service and we must do it.”
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Prevent a blood shortage – donate in February
As the American Red Cross continues to monitor seasonal challenges that could impact the blood supply, donors are urged to make and keep appointments to help prevent a shortage in the weeks to come. Donors of all blood types – particularly type O blood donors, the most needed blood group by hospitals – and platelet donors are needed daily to meet demand.
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Tyre Nichols Video Footage of Memphis Police deadly beating released
Five Memphis police officers now face murder charges in the death of Tyre Nichols. The City of Memphis released the bodycam and video footage of the killing.
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Maryland lawmakers make gun control a session priority
Lawmakers said The Gun Safety Act will fill the void in gun control that formed following the Supreme Court’s decision in NYSRPA v. Bruen. The court decided that law-abiding citizens do not need a “good and substantial” reason to be permitted to carry a concealed weapon and that this “proper cause to carry” requirement, used in several states, including Maryland, was unconstitutional according to the 14th Amendment.
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Gaslighting, Narcissist, and Pushing P: The Most Confusing Words in Every State
Gaslighting is the most confusing word in the United States and is the top search in 35 states Narcissist is the
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District Court Judge Shubb Blocks Doctors’ Censorship Law in California
Sacramento, CA — Senior Judge William Shubb of the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California Wednesday granted
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Maryland delegate looks to expand civil immunity for teachers
The proposed bill, HB0137, aims to protect teachers who intervene in fights or other cases of student misconduct from any civil liability they may face regarding property damage or personal injury, provided they acted in good faith and without negligence. A hearing on the bill is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 25, before the House Judiciary Committee; it will also be streamed live on YouTube.
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Wes Moore budget release begins new governor’s focus on equity
“This is the most ambitious budget that you will see for a first year of an administration in recent history. But I think in this budget, we also show that you can be bold without being reckless,” said Moore. “This budget that you will see is not only a summation of our values, it’s strategic. It prepares us to weather the downside risk in the larger economy. But it also makes long-needed investments to position us for long-term growth.”
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Maryland’s legal cannabis market to be shaped by many hands
“As a union, we bring a lot of concern around employment practices and how employees are treated, how well they’re compensated, and are they able to share in the success of their industry,” said Jonathan Williams, spokesperson for UFCW Local 400, which represents cannabis workers in Maryland.
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