A new multimillion-dollar collaboration between the Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (SHA) and the South Baltimore Gateway Partnership will support expanded development and climate resilience in a critical section of the Baltimore...
As Maryland prepares to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary, transportation history offers a unique lens to reflect on growth and development. Few places tell that story better than the Baltimore & Ohio (B&O) Ellicott City Station Museum.
As Maryland joins the nation in celebrating America’s 250th anniversary, residents and visitors will have an opportunity to experience one of the region’s largest celebrations of aviation history. Sail250 Maryland and Airshow Baltimore will bring...
Every year, dozens of young people are lost to a completely preventable danger: pediatric vehicular heatstroke. Whether due to a change in routine, a momentary distraction, or a child gaining access to an unlocked vehicle, these heartbreaking incidents happen across the country—including right here in Maryland.
Do you know where all of Maryland's road signs are created? Introducing the State Highway Administration's sign shop. Whether it's parking signs, warning signs, or exit signs, a team of five works everyday to create them and keep Marylanders safe on the road. Each...
The 2026 class of Maryland Department of Transportation Fellows begins their journey with us this week. Previous students received valuable experience during their time with the department including seeing how government works and the many enriching careers within...
The Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) continues to deliver premier customer service and transform its branches into a one-stop government shop. And now several MVA branches have Veteran Service Offices to help veterans and military families.
The Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) published the state’s first Zero Emissions Vehicle Infrastructure Plan (ZEVIP), innovating how Maryland builds convenient electric vehicle (EV) connections through 2031.
Across Maryland’s transportation system, keeping people safe involves the coordinated work of engineers, emergency responders and specialized police forces whose mission is protecting how people move across the state. For National Police Week (May 11-15), we are highlighting MDOT’s three police forces and recognizing the dedicated officers who serve with purpose, courage, dedication and integrity.
Below is a message Maryland Transportation Secretary Katie Thomson sent to employees about the tragic loss of two MDOT employees. The letter has been edited for clarity. We are facing a profound loss within our Department. Last week, we tragically lost Mr. Robert...