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(UPPER MARLBORO, MD – September 20, 2023) – In a narrow vote, the Prince George’s County Council has voted against allowing virtual participation and attendance, which was used by all Councilmembers during the pandemic. The measure was sponsored by Council Vice President Wala Blegay (D–District 6) and Councilmember Ed Burroughs (D– District 8). This vote was particularly contentious, as Councilmember Krystal Oriadha (D-District 7) is expecting a child this fall and has been hospitalized multiple times during her tenure. While some bills have passed the Council unanimously, such as Councilmember Jolene Ivey’s (D–District 5) universal home design bill and Councilmember Burrough’s…

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Please join me tonight or tune in on line to hear Chief Robert McCullough present the state of crime and policing to the County Council and public Monday, September 18, 2023 Police Department Annual Report Meeting – 4:30 p.m. *THE PUBLIC MAY JOIN THE MEETING IN-PERSON OR VIRTUALLY* The meeting can be joined by the public in-person or online here (Webinar Password – GsT6A82uq4u) or by phone at +1-415-655-0001 US Toll – Event number (access code): 2313 974 6119 Webinar Password: 47862828 The public is also encouraged to continue to provide written testimony or comment by email or traditional mail. Please send all emails to countycouncil@baltimorecountymd.gov.  In October of 2020, Chairman Julian Jones introduced the…

(BALTIMORE – September 8, 2023) – Yesterday, Sheila Ann Dixon announced her third attempt to run for her former seat as Mayor of Baltimore. The heat was blazing at 97 degrees, but that didn’t stop supporters from gathering at Gold Park, just a block from historic Pennsylvania Avenue, to hear her long-anticipated words assuring them that she was, in fact, running. The incumbent is Mayor Brandon Scott. Official mayoral candidates at BMORENews press time include newcomer Wendy Bozel, President of the Upper Fells Point Improvement Association, and Wendell Hill-Freeman. BMORENews caught up with two local pundits, one of whom attended…

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(WOODLAWN, MD – August 28, 2023) – Angela Alsobrooks received a major endorsement from Speaker of the Maryland House of Delegates Adrienne Jones, in her run for the United States Senate. Speaker Jones is supporting Angela because of her tireless advocacy on behalf of Marylanders, and believes she is the best candidate to represent Maryland in the U.S. Senate. “When Angela Alsobrooks became the first black woman elected as a county executive in Maryland, I knew that she would do great things,” said Speaker Adrienne Jones. “I’ve watched her fight hard every day to transform Prince George’s County and create…

(GWYNN OAK – August 28, 2023) – Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks made an appearance in Woodlawn today. She was joined by a number of Democratic elected officials, including Congressman Kweisi Mfume, Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski, and Maryland Speaker Adrienne Jones. Alsobrooks is a candidate for the US Senate. She told the audience at Gwynn Oak Park that she has already raised $1.7 million for the US Senate campaign. Yesterday, this same location was the site of a 50th Anniversary Commemoration of the desegregation of Gwynn Oak Park. This was a theme for all of the speakers. She…

(RANDALLSTOWN – July 17, 2023) – Thank you to County Executive Johnny Olszewski for signing the West Baltimore County Redevelopment Authority into law! For decades, West Baltimore County has seen neglect, vacancies, and disinvestment. In District 10, my constituents have long spoken to me about the need for new businesses and investment in our community. It’s been over a year in the making but your advocacy has been answered. With approval from the State Legislature and County, the West Baltimore County Redevelopment Authority will allow the County to purchase vacant and misused properties and transform them into appealing venues. Redevelopment authorities…