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In recent years, Maryland is one of the state most aggressively pursuing carbon neutrality. But a debilitating budget deficit threatens that plan, and continued investment in long-term decarbonization.

Midday covers Crossover Day, where bills must pass into the chamber opposite from where they were proposed. Reporters embedded at the State House discuss which bills are likely to become law and how legislators are tackling the budget deficit.

Governor Wes Moore is calling on the Maryland General Assembly to impose cuts to the landmark school reform plan.

The Maryland General Assembly is considering legislation that could make childcare more affordable and available.

The head of the Mayor's office administering the $641 million in federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds describes how the city's been putting that money to use.

As the 2025 General Assembly reaches its midway point, the most pressing issue facing lawmakers is the state’s budget deficit.

Baltimore Center Stage's Managing Director Adam Frank and Artistic Director Stevie Walker-Webb join Midday to share their reasons for rejecting new federal funding guidelines from The National Endowment for the Arts.

Midday hears about the state's latest attempts at juvenile justice reform and a Baltimore City coalition seeking more tax revenue from large nonprofits.

Two Stoop stories, from Dena and from George Hopkins. Both address fortitude and finding one's way.

Delegate Kathy Szeliga, Vice Chair of the Freedom Caucus in Maryland's General Assembly, joins Midday to share their priorities for fixing the state's massive budget deficit.