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Maryland voters approve amendment enshrining abortion in state constitution

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November 6, 2024

Maryland voters approve amendment enshrining abortion in state constitution

Maryland voters have approved a ballot measure to enshrine the right to abortion in the state’s constitution.

The amendment says the state may not interfere with that right “unless justified by a compelling state interest achieved by the least restrictive means.”

Last year, Maryland lawmakers voted to put the constitutional amendment on the ballot after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade in 2022. Maryland law already protected the right to abortion, but the constitutional amendment will make it harder to ever change the law. The state had approved legislation back in 1991 to protect abortion rights if the Supreme Court ever were to allow abortion to be restricted.

“Ballot Question 1” — also known as the “Right to Reproductive Freedom Amendment” — asked Maryland voters whether the state should add a new section to the constitution to confirm the fundamental right to reproductive freedom around decisions to prevent, continue or end pregnancy.

During her race for Maryland’s open U.S. Senate seat, Democratic projected winner Angela Alsobrooks pointed to her record of public service, her focus on creating economic opportunity and her commitment to fighting for abortion rights.

Maryland was among several states that put abortion rights on the ballot Tuesday, with varying results. In Florida, a proposal that would have enshrined abortion rights in that state’s constitution failed, handing a major political victory to Gov. Ron DeSantis and dealing a huge blow to abortion-rights supporters.

According to preliminary results from the NBC News Exit Poll, 35% of U.S. voters said democracy mattered most to their vote, while 31% said the economy; abortion (14%) ranked as the next most important issue. Two in 10 women said abortion was most important, compared to 8% of men.

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SUN: Rising electric bills fuel debate over Maryland’s role in PJM

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June 7, 2026

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SUN: Rising electric bills fuel debate over Maryland’s role in PJM

Maryland energy leaders are increasingly questioning whether the state’s involvement with the nation’s largest regional power grid is still serving consumers as electricity bills rise and demand surges across the Mid-Atlantic.

The debate centers on PJM Interconnection, the regional transmission organization (RTO) that manages electricity markets and grid operations across Maryland, 12 other states and Washington, D.C.

Consumer advocates, environmental groups and some energy analysts say Maryland ratepayers are increasingly shouldering costs tied to energy demand elsewhere in the region, particularly Northern Virginia’s booming data center industry, while not getting enough benefits in return. Critics contend that PJM’s planning and market structures have struggled to keep pace with rising electricity demand and the retirement of power plants.

Those concerns have renewed questions about whether Maryland should pursue alternatives to the PJM grid, which state legislators considered during the 2026 legislative session.

Yet, critics stop short of advocating that Maryland leave the regional grid altogether.

Joseph Bowring, president of Monitoring Analytics, PJM’s independent market monitor and a frequent critic of the group’s market structure, said Maryland continues to benefit from membership in the regional grid. “I think all the states in PJM benefit from their membership,” he said. “Having a large, dynamic, varied grid makes sense for everybody.”

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Heating Up Again Sunday; Cooler & Drier To Kick Off The Work Week In Maryland

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June 7, 2026

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Heating Up Again Sunday; Cooler & Drier To Kick Off The Work Week In Maryland

BALTIMORE (WBFF) — Temps well above average under partly cloudy skies Sunday.

Another good day to jump in the pool and cool off!

We will be a little sticky today with much drier air coming in Monday and Tuesday.

Temps will mainly be in the 80s and 90s across the Mid Atlantic Sunday.

If you’re heading to the beach, it will be pleasant the next few days.

There should be no issues getting the grass cut as we stay dry.

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Our next chance for rain comes Wednesday with more heat and humidity by the end of the week.

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Maryland Lottery Powerball, Pick 3 results for June 6, 2026

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June 7, 2026

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Maryland Lottery Powerball, Pick 3 results for June 6, 2026

The Maryland Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big.

Here’s a look at June 6, 2026, results for each game:

Winning Powerball numbers from June 6 drawing

16-32-55-59-64, Powerball: 03, Power Play: 3

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Winning Pick 3 numbers from June 6 drawing

Midday: 4-2-4

Evening: 2-9-0

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Winning Pick 4 numbers from June 6 drawing

Midday: 6-4-2-2

Evening: 9-4-6-1

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Winning Pick 5 numbers from June 6 drawing

Midday: 7-4-9-2-4

Evening: 0-8-5-3-6

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Winning Cash Pop numbers from June 6 drawing

9 a.m.: 08

1 p.m.: 08

6 p.m.: 06

11 p.m.: 08

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Winning Bonus Match 5 numbers from June 6 drawing

03-08-12-18-33, Bonus: 34

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Winning Powerball Double Play numbers from June 6 drawing

03-18-26-52-54, Powerball: 08

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Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize

Maryland Lottery retailers will redeem prizes up to $600. For prizes above $600, winners can claim by mail or in person from the Maryland Lottery office, an Expanded Cashing Authority Program location or cashiers’ windows at Maryland casinos. Prizes over $5,000 must be claimed in person.

Claiming by Mail

Sign your winning ticket and complete a claim form. Include a photocopy of a valid government-issued ID and a copy of a document that shows proof of your Social Security number or Federal Tax ID number. Mail these to:

Maryland Lottery Customer Resource Center

1800 Washington Boulevard

Suite 330

Baltimore, MD 21230

For prizes over $600, bring your signed ticket, a government-issued photo ID, and proof of your Social Security or Federal Tax ID number to Maryland Lottery headquarters, 1800 Washington Boulevard, Baltimore, MD. Claims are by appointment only, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This location handles all prize amounts, including prizes over $5,000.

Winning Tickets Worth $25,000 or Less

Maryland Lottery headquarters and select Maryland casinos can redeem winning tickets valued up to $25,000. Note that casinos cannot cash prizes over $600 for non-resident and resident aliens (tax ID beginning with “9”). You must be at least 21 years of age to enter a Maryland casino. Locations include:

Horseshoe Casino: 1525 Russell Street, Baltimore, MD
MGM National Harbor: 101 MGM National Avenue, Oxon Hill, MD
Live! Casino: 7002 Arundel Mills Circle, Hanover, MD
Ocean Downs Casino: 10218 Racetrack Road, Berlin, MD
Hollywood Casino: 1201 Chesapeake Overlook Parkway, Perryville, MD
Rocky Gap Casino: 16701 Lakeview Road NE, Flintstone, MD

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When are the Maryland Lottery drawings held?

Powerball: 11 p.m. ET Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
Mega Millions: 11 p.m. ET Tuesday and Friday.
Pick 3, Pick 4 and Pick 5 Midday: 12:27 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, 12:28 p.m. ET Saturday and Sunday.
Pick 3, 4 and 5 Evening: 7:56 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday, 8:10 p.m. ET on Sunday.
Cash4Life: 9 p.m. ET daily.
Cash Pop: 9 a.m., 1 p.m., 6 p.m. and 11 p.m. daily.
Bonus Match 5: 7:56 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday, 8:10 p.m. ET on Sunday.
MultiMatch: 7:56 p.m. Monday and Thursday.
Powerball Double Play: 11 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.

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