Poll shows statistical tie in governor's race

July 27, 2010

A new Gonzales poll shows a dead heat between Democratic Gov. Martin O'Malley and Republican former Gov. Robert L. Ehrlich Jr. in the fall governor's race. Read More...

Baltimore police plan to hire 450 new cops

July 22, 2010

Baltimore's mayor and police chief promised Thursday to hire 450 new officers by the end of next year, an accelerated recruitment drive aimed at eliminating a personnel shortage just as the department is making headway on reducing crime. Read More...

Collective Bargaining could become law

July 13, 2010

Collective bargaining for all of the nation's public safety workers is a step closer to becoming law. The measure -- that's been in the works for about 16 years -- has been included in the House Supplemental Appropriations Bill. Read More...

Most unwilling to up taxes for Public Employees

July 7, 2010

Most Americans would not pay higher taxes for specific public services in their states, but they are more supportive of paying for education and staffing law enforcement than supporting state employees and entitlement programs. Read More...