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The News Desk follows the daily political news in Maryland, from campaign developments to government decisions, sourced from public records and reporting.

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Maryland State House District 28 race preview

Elections and voting

Three Democratic incumbents are running in the contested District 28 State House general election on Nov. 3, 2026.

The Ballot Maryland News DeskOct 4, 2026

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4,500 Maryland immigrants lose Medicaid coverage

Health care

A separate January rule puts Medicaid coverage for thousands of low-income Maryland adults at risk.

The Ballot Maryland News DeskOct 2, 2026

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Maryland DNR Moves Wills Mountain Park Toward Opening

Elections and voting

Maryland DNR has announced the next phase of work toward opening Wills Mountain State Park.

The Ballot Maryland News DeskSep 25, 2026

Candidate profile · MD

Candidate profile: Terry Antonio Mr. II Jackson

Elections and voting

Jackson is one of 23 candidates listed in Maryland’s contested 5th Congressional District race in the 2026 general election.

The Ballot Maryland News DeskSep 24, 2026

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Maryland appeals ruling against digital advertising tax

Economy and jobs

The state is seeking further review after a court struck down a 2021 tax intended to help fund K-12 education reform.

The Ballot Maryland News DeskSep 19, 2026

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Maryland agencies asked to prepare 10% budget-cut scenario

Economy and jobs

State budget officials have directed Maryland agencies to restrain spending and model a possible 10% reduction.

The Ballot Maryland News DeskSep 17, 2026

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Maryland agencies asked to model 10% budget cuts

Economy and jobs

State budget officials want agencies to plan for tighter spending and show how a 10% reduction could affect their budgets.

The Ballot Maryland News DeskSep 15, 2026

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Board member sues Baltimore mayor over removal policy

Public safety

A police accountability board member has taken Baltimore’s mayor to court in a dispute over the city’s policy for removing members.

The Ballot Maryland News DeskSep 15, 2026

Candidate profile · MD

Candidate profile: Glenn Frederick Ivey

Elections and voting

Glenn Frederick Ivey is one of seven candidates listed in Maryland’s contested 4th Congressional District race.

The Ballot Maryland News DeskSep 13, 2026

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Candidate profile: Leigha Michele Messick

Elections and voting

Messick is a Democrat in the contested 2026 race for Maryland’s 5th Congressional District, where 23 candidates are listed.

The Ballot Maryland News DeskSep 10, 2026

Candidate profile · MD

Khyre Edwards: Candidate for Maryland’s 4th District

Elections and voting

Khyre Edwards is one of seven candidates in Maryland’s contested 4th District U.S. House race in the 2026 general election.

The Ballot Maryland News DeskSep 5, 2026

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Judge blocks Democratic redistricting push in Maryland

Elections and voting

A judicial ruling has stopped a Democratic effort to change Maryland’s electoral district boundaries from advancing as proposed.

The Ballot Maryland News DeskAug 26, 2026

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Who is running for Maryland’s 6th District in 2026

Elections and voting

Eleven candidates, including incumbent April Mcclain Delaney, are in the field ahead of the Nov. 3, 2026, general election.

The Ballot Maryland News DeskAug 24, 2026