On Maryland’s Eastern Shore, Full-Time Work Isn’t Enough — And It’s Not Just Baltimore City Anymore
A recent report reveals that 39% of Maryland households struggle to meet basic living costs, with five of the ten hardest-hit counties located on the Eastern Shore. Notably, even full-time jobs like nursing assistants and cashiers often pay insufficient wages to cover essential expenses, indicating a persistent economic hardship in the state.
Howard County’s 2026 County Executive Race: An Open Seat, a Crowded Democratic Field, and Big Questions for Voters
Howard County is poised for a significant 2026 election cycle with an open-seat race for County Executive, following term-limited incumbent Calvin Ball III’s departure. Key Democratic candidates include Bob Cockey, Deb Jung, and Liz Walsh, each emphasizing different issues like growth management and equity. Vanessa Atterbeary, a prominent former delegate, also aims to enter the…
Liz Walsh, CASA in Action, and the Politics Behind the Panic
The controversy surrounding Liz Walsh intensifies as her endorsement from CASA in Action, an immigration advocacy group, raises questions about her campaign motivations. Following her unverified claims about an ICE operation during a police sting for child predators, critics worry her ideological allegiances could jeopardize public safety and governance integrity.