From political transitions to billion-dollar infrastructure projects, it's shaping up to be a busy week for Maryland.

Maryland lawmakers head back to Annapolis for a special session to pick a new House Speaker after Adrienne Jones announced she's stepping down. Delegate Joseline Peña-Melnyk is the frontrunner to take over the leadership role. Republicans are questioning whether the special session is necessary, but Democrats say the transition must proceed smoothly.

Lawmakers will also address vetoes from the 2025 session, including a bill that would establish a commission to study reparations.

Also Tuesday evening, the Maryland Transportation Authority will update the public on the Francis Scott Key Bridge rebuild during a virtual meeting at 6:30 p.m. The project's price tag has mor

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