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Maryland elections mostly ran smoothly, but some voters faced long lines, advocates say
ANNAPOLIS — Despite concerns about potential disruptions at the polls, Maryland election officials and advocates said the state systems held up fairly well Tuesday, Nov. 3. In some places, voters waited hours at polling sites, but still nearly 2 million Marylanders cast their ballots. “We thought things were really, really smooth overall,” said Nikki Tyree, executive director of the League of Women Voters of Maryland.
Maryland elections mostly ran smoothly, but some voters faced long lines, advocates say
ANNAPOLIS — Despite concerns about potential disruptions at the polls, Maryland election officials and advocates said the state systems held up fairly well Tuesday, Nov. 3. In some places, voters waited hours at polling sites, but still nearly 2 million Marylanders cast their ballots. “We thought things were really, really smooth overall,” said Nikki Tyree, executive director of the League of Women Voters of Maryland.
Maryland elections mostly ran smoothly, but some voters faced long lines, advocates say
ANNAPOLIS _ Despite concerns about potential disruptions at the polls, Maryland election officials and advocates said the state systems held up fairly well Tuesday. In some places, voters waited hours at polling sites, but still nearly 2 million Marylanders cast their ballots. "We thought things were really, really smooth overall," said Nikki Tyree, executive director of the League of Women Voters of Maryland.
'DEI is not dead:' Marylanders react to historic election results
COLLEGE PARK - Wanda Killingsworth, a 60-year-old Prince George's County resident, walked out of the Mall at Prince George's, coffee in hand, and sat on a bench. Admittedly, she said, she spent "too much money" at the local Target. But after Election Day, she was hopeful. "It's a lot of firsts, and it's exciting to see a lot of firsts," Killingsworth said.
Gov. Wes Moore wins reelection bid.
BALTIMORE — Gov. Wes Moore won his reelection bid Tuesday, defeating his Republican opponent Dan Cox and securing his second term as Maryland’s governor. Unlock the rest of the article with a new subscription. Your support strengthens local journalism. Subscribe now for full access to local reporting, breaking news, and more. You must be logged in to react. Click any reaction to login. Love Funny Wow Sad Angry You must be logged in to rate. Click any rating to login.
Quantum companies expand in Maryland as Microsoft center opens
State and business leaders promoted the growth of quantum computing companies in Maryland at the opening of Microsoft’s new quantum center in Riverdale, advancing the state’s goal to become the “Capital of Quantum.” “Quantum is sort of an emerging technology, so it has a lot of promise,” Gretchen Campbell, the associate vice president for quantum research and education at the University of Maryland, told Capital News Service.
Gov. Wes Moore wins reelection bid
BALTIMORE _ Gov. Wes Moore won his reelection bid Nov. 3, defeating his Republican opponent Dan Cox and securing his second term as Maryland’s governor. “We’ve endured a lot, but together we’ve persevered,” Moore told the crowd at his victory party in Baltimore. “And tonight, I’m humbled to lead Maryland into the future.” The race was called early by the Associated Press, soon after polls closed at 8 pm.
Governor’s debate sparks tensions over higher costs, Trump policies and Key Bridge
Gubernatorial candidates Gov. Wes Moore and Republican challenger Dan Cox clashed Tuesday over some of Maryland’s most pressing issues, including data centers, ICE policies and massive federal job losses, while also trading personal attacks. The stakes were high in the only scheduled debate before the Nov. 3 election, although Cox challenged Moore to debate again at Morgan State University or Coppin State University, two historically Black colleges.
Gov. Moore wins second term in Maryland
VOTE 2026 Posted Tuesday, November 3, 2026 11:50 pm By Charlotte Ormond, Calista Sybrant, Joe Wicke Capital News Service BALTIMORE _ Gov. Wes Moore won his reelection bid Tuesday defeating his Republican opponent Dan Cox and securing his second term as Maryland’s governor. “We’ve endured a lot, but together we’ve persevered,” Moore told the crowd at his victory party in Baltimore.
Gov. Moore wins second term in Maryland
You have 2 free items remaining before registration is required. VOTE 2026 Posted 11/3/26 By Charlotte Ormond, Calista Sybrant, Joe Wicke Capital News Service BALTIMORE _ Gov. Wes Moore won his reelection bid Tuesday defeating his Republican opponent Dan Cox and securing his … Join our family of readers for as little as $14.99 per month and support local, unbiased journalism. Already a member? Log in to continue. Otherwise, follow the link below to join.
Gov. Wes Moore wins reelection, returning to Annapolis for a second term
BALTIMORE _ Gov. Wes Moore won his reelection bid Tuesday defeating his Republican opponent Dan Cox and securing his second term as Maryland's governor. "Tonight, Maryland showed the nation we believe in a better way forward-that in a time where Washington is seeking to divide us, that we will stand united," Moore said in a statement Tuesday. The race was called early by the Associated Press, soon after polls closed at 8 pm.
Toolkits help educators across the country empower students on voting rights
To help teach students about how mail-in voting works, Laura Ellis takes her 11th and 12th graders to a ballot drop box outside Wheaton High School in Silver Spring. The librarian points out that the process is safe and another option to cast a ballot in Maryland’s upcoming local and congressional elections. “I think there is a great need for advocacy and education when it comes to midterm elections,” she said.
Advocacy groups work for “zero disenfranchisement” in Maryland ahead of elections
Advocacy groups across Maryland are working to educate voters and address concerns ahead of the elections, including explaining ballot questions, improving voting accessibility and trying to ease fears of intimidation by ICE. “Our top priority is making sure that everybody feels empowered to vote and everybody has the information that they need to vote,” Nikki Tyree, executive director of League of Women Voters, said.
Advocacy groups work for "zero disenfranchisement" in Maryland ahead of elections
ANNAPOLIS - Advocacy groups across Maryland are working to educate voters and address concerns ahead of the elections, including explaining ballot questions, improving voting accessibility and trying to ease fears of intimidation by ICE. "Our top priority is making sure that everybody feels empowered to vote and everybody has the information that they need to vote," Nikki Tyree, executive director of League of Women Voters, said.
Voting Rights Toolkit Brings Election Lessons to Wheaton High
To help teach students about how mail-in voting works, Laura Ellis takes her 11th and 12th graders to a ballot drop box outside Wheaton High School in Silver Spring. The librarian points out that the process is safe and another option to cast a ballot in Maryland’s upcoming local and congressional elections. “I think there is a great need for advocacy and education when it comes to midterm elections,” she said.
Toolkits help educators across the country empower students on voting rights
Exterior shot of Wheaton High School in October 2026. Photo credit: Kathleen Neary. To help teach students about how mail-in voting works, Laura Ellis takes her 11th and 12th graders to a ballot drop box outside Wheaton High School in Silver Spring. The librarian points out that the process is safe and another option to cast a ballot in Maryland’s upcoming local and congressional elections. “I think there is a great need for advocacy and education when it comes to midterm elections,” she said.
Toolkits help educators across the country empower students on voting rights
To help teach students about how mail-in voting works, Laura Ellis takes her 11th and 12th graders to a ballot drop box outside Wheaton High School in Silver Spring. The librarian points out that the process is safe and another option to cast a ballot in Maryland's upcoming local and congressional elections. "I think there is a great need for advocacy and education when it comes to midterm elections," she said.
Maryland leaders vow to continue to protect voting rights ahead of elections
Maryland lawmakers, activists and other leaders championed voting rights protections and voter mobilization efforts last month at one of the largest public policy conferences focused on issues affecting Black Americans. “Voting rights, we know, right now are under siege,” U.S. Sen. Angela Alsobrooks, D-Md., said.
Gov. Wes Moore says Marylanders will check yes on redistricting ballot question
Gov. Wes Moore said Thursday he believes Marylanders will “overwhelmingly’’ support an amendment to change the way congressional districts are drawn when they go to the polls in November. “The people are excited they have the power again,” Moore told reporters Thursday. Moore was among the thousands of lawmakers and activists gathered for the 55th annual Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s legislative conference in Washington, D.C. Moore was a speaker on some panels.
Moore, Cox Clash on Data Centers, Costs, Key Bridge
OWINGS MILLS — Gubernatorial candidates Gov. Wes Moore and Republican challenger Dan Cox clashed Tuesday over some of Maryland’s most pressing issues, including data centers, ICE policies and massive federal job losses, while also trading personal attacks. The stakes were high in the only scheduled debate before the Nov. 3 election, although Cox challenged Moore to debate again at Morgan State University or Coppin State University, two historically Black colleges.
Quantum companies expand in Maryland as Microsoft center opens
State and business leaders promoted the growth of quantum computing companies in Maryland at the opening of Microsoft’s new quantum center in Riverdale, advancing the state’s goal to become the “Capital of Quantum.” “Quantum is sort of an emerging technology, so it has a lot of promise,” Gretchen Campbell, the associate vice president for quantum research and education at the University of Maryland, told Capital News Service.
Governor’s debate sparks tensions over higher costs, Trump policies and Key Bridge
OWINGS MILLS — Gubernatorial candidates Gov. Wes Moore and Republican challenger Dan Cox clashed Tuesday, Oct. 6 over some of Maryland’s most pressing issues, including data centers, ICE policies and massive federal job losses, while also trading personal attacks. The stakes were high in the only scheduled debate before the Nov. 3 election, although Cox challenged Moore to debate again at Morgan State University or Coppin State University, two historically Black colleges.
Governor’s debate sparks tensions over higher costs, Trump policies and Key Bridge
Gubernatorial candidates Gov. Wes Moore and Republican challenger Dan Cox clashed Tuesday, Oct. 6 over some of Maryland’s most pressing issues, including data centers, ICE policies and massive federal job losses, while also trading personal attacks. The stakes were high in the only scheduled debate before the Nov. 3 election, although Cox (R) challenged Moore (D) to debate again at Morgan State University or Coppin State University, two historically Black colleges.
Governor's debate sparks tensions over higher costs, Trump policies and Key Bridge
OWINGS MILLS - Gubernatorial candidates Gov. Wes Moore and Republican challenger Dan Cox clashed Tuesday over some of Maryland's most pressing issues, including data centers, ICE enforcement and massive federal job losses, while also trading personal attacks. The stakes were high in the only scheduled debate before the Nov. 3 election, although Cox challenged Moore to debate again at Morgan State University or Coppin State University, two historically Black colleges.
Quantum companies expand in Maryland as Microsoft center opens
RIVERDALE - State and business leaders promoted the growth of quantum computing companies in Maryland at the opening of Microsoft's new quantum center in Riverdale, advancing the state's goal to become the "Capital of Quantum." "Quantum is sort of an emerging technology, so it has a lot of promise," Gretchen Campbell, the associate vice president for quantum research and education at the University of Maryland, told Capital News Service.
Maryland leaders vow to continue to protect voting rights ahead of elections
U.S. Sen. Angela Alsobrooks (D-Md.) speaks to an attendee at the opening day of the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s Annual Legislative Conference in Washington, D.C., on Sept. 16. Maryland lawmakers, activists and other leaders championed voting rights protections and voter mobilization efforts this week at one of the largest public policy conferences focused on issues affecting Black Americans. “Voting rights, we know, right now are under siege,” U.S. Sen. Angela Alsobrooks (D-Md.) said.
Gov. Wes Moore says Marylanders will check yes on redistricting ballot question
WASHINGTON — Gov. Wes Moore said Thursday he believes Marylanders will “overwhelmingly’’ support an amendment to change the way congressional districts are drawn when they go to the polls in November. “The people are excited they have the power again,” Moore told reporters Thursday. Moore was among the thousands of lawmakers and activists gathered for the 55th annual Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s legislative conference in Washington, D.C. Moore was a speaker on some panels.
Gov. Wes Moore says Marylanders will check yes on redistricting ballot question
WASHINGTON – Gov. Wes Moore said Thursday, Sept. 17, he believes Marylanders will “overwhelmingly’’ support an amendment to change the way congressional districts are drawn when they go to the polls in November. “The people are excited they have the power again,” Moore told reporters Thursday. Moore was among the thousands of lawmakers and activists gathered for the 55th annual Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s legislative conference in Washington, D.C. Moore was a speaker on some panels.
Maryland leaders vow to continue to protect voting rights ahead of elections
WASHINGTON — Maryland lawmakers, activists and other leaders championed voting rights protections and voter mobilization efforts this week at one of the largest public policy conferences focused on issues affecting Black Americans. “Voting rights, we know, right now are under siege,” U.S. Sen. Angela Alsobrooks, D-Md., said Friday, Sept. 18.
Maryland leaders vow to continue to protect voting rights ahead of elections
WASHINGTON - Maryland lawmakers, activists and other leaders championed voting rights protections and voter mobilization efforts this week at one of the largest public policy conferences focused on issues affecting Black Americans. "Voting rights, we know, right now are under siege," U.S. Sen. Angela Alsobrooks, D-Md., said Friday.
Gov. Wes Moore says Marylanders will check yes on redistricting ballot question
Gov. Wes Moore said Thursday he believes Marylanders will “overwhelmingly’’ support an amendment to change the way congressional districts are drawn when they go to the polls in November. “The people are excited they have the power again,” Moore told reporters Thursday. Moore was among the thousands of lawmakers and activists gathered for the 55th annual Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s legislative conference in Washington, D.C. Moore was a speaker on some panels.
Moore convinced Marylanders will check ‘yes’ on redistricting ballot question
By Charlotte Ormond Gov. Wes Moore (D) said Thursday he believes Marylanders will “overwhelmingly” support an amendment to change the way congressional districts are drawn when they go to the polls in November.
Gov. Wes Moore says Marylanders will check yes on redistricting ballot question
WASHINGTON - Gov. Wes Moore said Thursday he believes Marylanders will "overwhelmingly'' support an amendment to change the way congressional districts are drawn when they go to the polls in November. "The people are excited they have the power again," Moore told reporters Thursday. Moore was among the thousands of lawmakers and activists gathered for the 55th annual Congressional Black Caucus Foundation's legislative conference in Washington, D.C. Moore was a speaker on some panels.
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