Gov. Wes Moore’s green energy agenda tested as power prices jump more than 1,000% since 2023
The mid-Atlantic region’s power grid operator is sounding the alarm about state policies electricity demand surges and drives up prices for consumers.
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After ‘New Jack City’ linked to Baltimore overdoses, frustration grows with open-air drug markets, sources say
A dangerous street drug called “New Jack City” is hitting Baltimore and may be tied to last week’s mass overdose, according to police sources and community members familiar with the...
Maryland’s green energy effort in limbo years after Gov. Wes Moore’s endorsement
Maryland’s governor is attending an annual luxury leadership retreat in Idaho, as questions emerge about a Baltimore industrial site that remains mostly inactive.
Ocean City fights offshore wind; sparks fly over Moore’s energy agenda
As Maryland pushes ahead with an offshore wind project to meet its clean energy goals, Ocean City leaders, residents and fishermen are uniting in vocal opposition, citing threats to the...
‘100% a multimillion-dollar issue’: Maryland lawmaker wants to define squatting in state law
Maryland lawmakers are pushing legislation to crack down on those profiting from illegal occupancy, amid growing concerns over property rights.
Maryland woman associated with squatter homes refuses interview
During the past month, alleged unauthorized occupants, or squatters, in properties throughout the Baltimore region have repeatedly pointed Spotlight on Maryland to the Instagram account "nayomisavage."
Maryland officials question juvenile justice future after teen linked to shootings released
Multiple state officials voiced their frustration and unease about the direction of juvenile justice in Maryland after learning that a teen facing multiple charges of attempted murder and gun violence...
Gov. Wes Moore says he’s taking ‘immediate action’ on squatting, critics slam response
Gov. Wes Moore's response to the region’s squatter crisis sharply contrasts with what critics describe as a full-blown war against alleged unauthorized occupants.
Maryland squatting financial costs: Lengthy court battles and alleged vandalized homes
Contractors and property owners report that homes reportedly occupied by squatters are left in devastating conditions once they regain control of their properties.
Baltimore home rehabbed with taxpayer-funds taken over by squatters, property owner says
Alleged squatters took over a Baltimore community revitalizer’s taxpayer-funded project Friday, claiming to be connected to the property through social media.