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wbal.com | Phil Yacuboski
A federal judge in Baltimore is set to make a decision by Thursday after initially blocking the Department of Government Efficiency to have access to data at the Social Security Administration. Government lawyers argued it’s needed so they can look for waste, fraud and abuse. The judge questioned why broad access was needed before the DOGE team went to look for specific cases.
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2 months ago |
wbal.com | Phil Yacuboski
SummaryGov. Wes Moore is headed to Asia, leading his own trade mission. Gov. Wes Moore is headed to Asia, leading his own trade mission. Moore will stop in Japan and South Korea to express to businesses in those countries why they should invest in Maryland. “I do want for our partners to know that we take not just economic growth, but we take diplomacy and friendship seriously, and we think that will benefit the people of the state of Maryland,” Moore said.
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2 months ago |
wbal.com | Phil Yacuboski
SummaryLawmakers in Annapolis passed an IT tax during the legislative session, and the top Democrat in the Senate is defending that new tax. Lawmakers in Annapolis passed an IT tax during the legislative session, and the top Democrat in the Senate is defending that new tax. Some details still have to be worked out through the state comptroller’s office, says Senate President Bill Ferguson, but he adds the tax is in line with other states. “Modernize the sales tax base and expand the base.
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2 months ago |
wbal.com | Phil Yacuboski
SummaryIf you're caught using a leaf blower in one part of Maryland, fines are now in effect. If you’re caught using a leaf blower in one part of Maryland, fines are now in effect. Gas-powered leaf blowers were banned in January in Annapolis, but now, the city is putting fines into effect. The first offense is $100, and $200 for any subsequent offense. And if you see someone using a gas-powered leaf blower, Annapolis officials say don’t confront them. They do, however, want you to call them.
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2 months ago |
wbal.com | Phil Yacuboski
Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott released his $4.6 billion dollar budget that calls for closing an $85 million budget deficit while some fees will go up. “The FY2026 budget is a reflection of our city’s values,” Scott said in a news release. “This is not just our financial plan for the next year; it is a roadmap for our future- designed to invest in the safety, health, and prosperity of every resident.”Scott said that income or property taxes will not go up.
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