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Wildfire Smoke Health Alert: Maryland and the D.C. region are under Code Red/Purple air quality warnings as Canadian wildfire smoke pushes “very unhealthy” air into the area, with officials urging residents to stay indoors, limit outdoor exertion, and follow heat-and-smoke guidance. Courts & Health Care: A federal judge in Maryland granted preliminary relief blocking a Trump-Vance healthcare rule that could add fees and weaken coverage, keeping affordable insurance access in place while the fight continues. Immigration Enforcement Clash: The Justice Department is suing Maryland over its immigration “sanctuary” approach, arguing it interferes with federal enforcement—adding to a broader crackdown on similar policies nationwide. Election Trust in Maryland: Maryland’s top election official told federal officials voter rolls are secure, pushing back on claims that sow distrust. Local Government Tech: St. Mary’s County named a new chief information officer, bringing a long career in Prince George’s County IT leadership to the role. Harford County Public Safety Benefits: Harford County council voted to raise volunteer firefighter/EMS benefits after overriding a veto, reigniting a process dispute over required legal steps. Business & Tech in Maryland: Maryland Blockchain Week 2026 brought AI and blockchain governance discussions to Capitol Technology University, including work with regulators and workforce groups.

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Baltimore County Council will consider extending data center moratorium

Baltimore County Council will consider extending data center moratorium

Maryland under Code Red air quality alert due to Canada wildfire smoke

Maryland under Code Red air quality alert due to Canada wildfire smoke

Maryland Supreme Court upholds sanctions against Department of Health over detention center costs

Maryland Supreme Court upholds sanctions against Department of Health over detention center costs

Baltimore County’s data center ban likely to be extended

Baltimore County’s data center ban likely to be extended

Baltimore expands Community Action Lab to Southeastern District with new cohort

Baltimore expands Community Action Lab to Southeastern District with new cohort

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Governor Moore Announces the Statewide Rollout of More Secure, Fraud-Resistant ‘Chip-and-Tap’ EBT Cards

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Governor Moore Announces Code Red Air Quality Condition in Maryland Resulting from Wildfire Smoke

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The American AI Association and OIOLaw Join Global Leaders at Maryland Blockchain Week 2026

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Taction Software Releases Governance Guide as States Move to Require Human Review of AI Care Decisions

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MARYLAND TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION ADVANCES PURPLE LINE VEHICLE TESTING ACROSS MONTGOMERY COUNTY

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Maryland Community Health Resources Commission Awards $7.5 Million to Expand Health Care Access Across the State for Vulnerable Populations

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