Summer session for slots talks looks unlikely
The buzz over a possible summer General Assembly session to legalize slot machines through referendum is fading, with Gov. Robert L. Ehrlich Jr. calling the prospect "a big if," and...
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Compromise closes tax loophole for corporations
Companies that set up out-of-state corporations to avoid Maryland taxes will begin paying at least $38 million a year into state coffers under a bill that will go into effect...
Slots foes seeking to derail Nov. vote
Gambling opponents in the House of Delegates are pressuring their leaders to abandon an effort for a fall referendum on slot machines, but House Speaker Michael E. Busch said yesterday...
Ehrlich has no apology as immigrants protest
It was no tongue slip, no mindless gaffe. Known for his comfort behind microphones and finely tuned political instincts, Gov. Robert L. Ehrlich Jr. has refused to apologize or retreat...
Slots summer session backed
Democratic leaders in the House of Delegates would support a summer General Assembly session to authorize a referendum legalizing slot machines if Gov. Robert L. Ehrlich Jr. backs the plan....
Lacrosse legally belongs to Md.
Adam Lambros tucked a helmet in one arm, but left his stick at home as he witnessed Gov. Robert L. Ehrlich Jr. make lacrosse the official team sport of Maryland...
Ehrlich set to sign bill to expand prisoner drug treatment
Gov. Robert L. Ehrlich Jr. plans to sign legislation today aimed at reducing the state's prison population by expanding drug treatment options, but is still pondering whether to veto a...
Ehrlich calls multiculturalism ‘bunk’, ‘damaging to society’
The concept of multiculturalism is "bunk" and "damaging to the society," Gov. Robert L. Ehrlich Jr. said in defending remarks about non-English speakers made by political ally Comptroller William Donald...
Ehrlich against slots on ballot
Leery of being "jacked around" by political opponents, Gov. Robert L. Ehrlich Jr. said yesterday that he favors a special session of the General Assembly to address gambling issues but...
Delayed fast-food order fodder for comptroller
Perturbed by his difficulty ordering food at a local McDonald's restaurant, Comptroller William Donald Schaefer unleashed a tirade against Maryland residents who don't speak English yesterday - prompting criticism that...