Taskforce Recommends Office Of Immigrant Affairs Created In Howard County

A taskforce has recommended Howard County leaders create an Office of Immigrant Affairs.

Atterbeary Dominates In County Exec Race: Howard Co. Primary Election Results 2026

Vanessa Atterbeary captured the majority of votes for county executive while Marcus Harris led the race for sheriff in unofficial results.

Bill Would Impose Higher Tax Rates On Proposed Elkridge ICE Facility

A judge blocked leaders' efforts to halt construction on the proposed Elkridge ICE facility. Now leaders want to impose new tax rates on it.

Suspicious Letters Target MD Lawmakers, Board Of Elections

The letters' mailings last week coincide with the 25th anniversary of an anthrax-laced letter mailed to the then Senate Majority Leader.

Howard County Expands Tax Credits For Child Care Providers, Retired First Responders

New legislation expands tax credits for child care centers to as much as $10K and a tax credit of $2,500 for 128 retired employees.

Howard County Voter Guide 2026: Drop Boxes, Early Voting, Polling Sites

Here's where to find drop boxes, polling places and how to register to vote in Howard County.

Residents Can Report ICE Activity In Howard Co. With New Form

Howard Co. residents now can report the activity of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers via an online form.

Trio Ousts Howard Co. Appeals Board Chair: Report

Three County Council members voted to remove the chair of the Howard County Board of Appeals following a closed meeting between the trio.

Atterbeary Emerges As Winner Of County Executive Office: 2026 Primary Election Update

Former state Delegate Vanessa Atterbeary won the Democratic race for county exec while 5 County Council members have captured a seat.

Howard County Voter Guide: Primary Election Candidates, Polling Places

Voters will whittle down the pool of candidates by casting their ballots in Maryland's primary election on Tuesday. Here's who is running.

2026 Candidate Spotlight: Meet Ryan O’Connor

Get to know Ryan O’Connor, candidate for Howard County Council District 5, in this Patch candidate profile.

2026 Candidate Spotlight: Meet Shamieka Preston

Get to know Shamieka Preston, candidate for Howard County Council District 4, in this Patch candidate profile.

2026 Candidate Spotlight: Meet Arinze Ifekauche

Get to know Arinze Ifekauche, candidate for the Harford County Board of Education, in this Patch candidate profile.

2026 Candidate Spotlight: Meet Regina Clay

Get to know Regina Clay, candidate for Howard County Council District 4, in this Patch candidate profile.

Howard County Primary Voter Guide: What’s On The June 23 Ballot

Voters on June 23 will whittle down the pool of candidates at the primary election. Here's who is running.

2026 Candidate Spotlight: Meet Linfeng Chen

Get to know Linfeng Chen, candidate for the Howard County Council District 4, in this Patch candidate profile.

Residents Can Testify At Upcoming Virtual Budget Hearing

The second hearing for Howard County's fiscal year 2027 budget will be virtual March 3. Residents can sign up to testify online.

Highest Credit Rating Given To Howard County

For 2026, Howard County again ranks among the top two percent of counties nationwide to earn the AAA ranking.

What's Open, Closed For Indigenous Peoples’ Day 2025 In Howard County

Here's what's open and closed Monday for Indigenous Peoples' Day 2025 in Howard County.

Solar Energy Expanded In Howard County With More Panels On Properties

Officials announced a partnership between the county, the public school system and Howard Community College to produce solar energy.

Public Meeting To Highlight Project Stabilizing Eroding Stream Bank

The community can attend a public meeting that highlights a planned project to stabilize an eroding stream bank along Wheatfield Way.

Plan To End Homelessness In 5 Years Unveiled By County Leaders

Howard County leaders announced a draft plan designed to end homelessness within the next five years.

Some Howard County Government Buildings Closed For Energy Savings Days

A handful of Howard County government buildings will be closed this week for Energy Savings Days.

Open Seat On Howard County's Planning Board Needs Filled

Volunteers are needed to serve on the Howard County Planning Board, specifically in District 4.

Rise In Youth Violence Prompts Creation Of Engagement Strategy Council

An increase in youth violence in Howard County has led leaders to create the Youth Engagement Strategy Council.

New Flag Chosen To Represent Howard County

Howard County Executive Calvin Ball has unveiled the new flag that will represent the county moving forward.

Trump Proposal To Eliminate Federal Taxes At 150K: What It Means In MD

More than 76 percent of Americans earn less than $150,000 annually, according to the latest figures. Here's what capping taxes means for MD.

Volunteers Needed To Serve On County's Pension Oversight Commission

Volunteers are needed to serve on Howard County's pension oversight commission. The deadline to apply is March 14.

Federal Workers To Gather Tuesday For Forum Discussing Buyout Proposal

Howard County leaders will host a federal workers forum Tuesday night to discuss the buyout proposal from the Trump administration.

Meeting To Discuss Temora Manor Stormwater Management Pond Project

The community can attend a meeting about the Temora Manor stormwater management pond that needs repaired.

Grants Available To Support Safety, Security At Churches, Nonprofits

Apply by Dec. 20 to earn a grant available to Howard County nonprofits and churches wanting to improve safety and security measures.

Ethical Hackers To Help Howard County Ward Off Cybercriminals

Howard County has partnered with ethical hackers at HackerOne to prevent damage from cybercriminals.

$5.8M In Federal Funding To Redevelop Housing In HoCo Communities

The county has received $5.8M in federal funding to help redevelop three Howard County mixed-income housing communities.

Howard County School Board Election: 2 Newcomers Join Board

Voters have made their selections for members to serve on the Howard County Board of Education. Check back for updated results.

Howard Co. Voter Guide: What's On The Ballot, Polling Places

The Maryland general election is on Tuesday. Check your candidates and polling place in Patch's Howard County voter guide.

Howard County Commission On Disabilities Honors Employers

The 2024 Employment Awards honors employers and employment professionals who value disability inclusion and advance equal opportunities.

Howard County Voter Guide: General Election Candidates, Polling Places

Voters on Nov. 5 will elect members to the Howard County Board of Education, along with president, U.S. Senate and U.S. House.

Learn About Proposed Bike Lanes On Thunder Hill Road at Public Meeting

The public is invited to attend a meeting Oct. 17 to learn more about proposed bike lanes along Thunder Hill Road.

County Teams Up With MD Natural Resources To Plant More Trees

MD and HoCo will plant 32,800 trees on roughly 82 acres of state land in the county. This project will be the largest voluntary planting.

'Bolder, Brighter Future' Lies Ahead For Howard County: Executive

In his annual State of the County address, Howard County Executive Calvin Ball said a "bolder, brighter future" lies ahead for the county.