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Maryland appeals court denies Adnan Syed’s motion to reconsider decision to reinstate conviction
On March 28, the Appellate Court of Maryland ruled 2-1 to reinstate Syed’s conviction and sentence in the killing of Hae Min Lee, his ex-girlfriend and classmate at Woodlawn High School.
Center, Adnan Syed is escorted out of the courthouse after Baltimore J
udge Melissa Phinn threw out Adnan Syed's murder conviction in light of new evidence that someone else could have strangled Hae Min Lee, ordered the release of  Syed.
Adnan Syed asks Maryland appeals court to reconsider decision to reinstate conviction
The Appellate Court of Maryland last month ruled 2-1 to reinstate Syed’s conviction and sentence in the killing of Hae Min Lee, his ex-girlfriend and classmate at Woodlawn High School.
Adnan Syed emerges from the courthouse and after Baltimore Judge Melissa Phinn threw out Syed's murder conviction in light of new evidence that someone else could have strangled Hae Min Lee, ordered the release of  Syed.
New York’s high court rules against MASN, Orioles in TV rights dispute with Nationals
The origin of the case dates to 2002, when Major League Baseball bought the Montreal Expos for $120 million and later announced that the team would move to Washington, D.C.
Exterior details of Orioles Park at Camden Yards in Baltimore on 2/2/23.
Baltimore County judge denies bail for David Linthicum, man accused of shooting 2 police officers
Linthicum, 24, of Cockeysville, is charged with five counts of attempted first-degree murder and related offenses.
Helicopter circles above Loch Raven Reservoir
Baltimore Police officer accused of assaulting handcuffed man with limited mobility
Officer Kevin Hilton, a more than three-year veteran, was indicted on Wednesday on charges of second-degree assault and misconduct in office. He’s accused of shoving William Gunter into the back of a patrol vehicle on May 25, 2022.
A Baltimore Police detective’s uniform patch is seen on his shoulder while he observes the crowd in between innings during a baseball game against the Oakland Athletics held at Camden Yards on Wednesday, April 12. The Orioles beat the Athletics, 8-7, to win the series.
Baltimore prosecutors drop case against man accused of shooting 2 squeegee workers
Zhamiel Dixon, 26, of Northeast Baltimore, had been set to stand trial in Baltimore Circuit Court on charges including two counts of attempted first-degree murder.
7/8/22—An unused squeegee and cleaning spray sit on the corner of E Lombard St. & President St.
‘A complete lie’: What actually happened in a gun case cited by Baltimore State’s Attorney Ivan Bates
Bates brought up the case at a town hall to mark his first 100 days in office as an example of how his office exercises discretion.
Baltimore City State’s Attorney Ivan Bates speaks to reporters ahead of the hearing of Bill HB481 in Annapolis on February 15, 2023.
Bills to overhaul processes for releasing sick and elderly prisoners stall in Maryland
Legislation that would have overhauled the processes for releasing chronically ill and elderly prisoners did not pass again in the Maryland General Assembly in 2023, despite support from those including the chairman of the parole commission.
Maryland State House, in Annapolis, Wednesday, April 5, 2023.
Priests accused of sex abuse won special treatment from police and prosecutors, report shows
The investigation not only highlights the conduct of priests and church leaders, but also the actions — and inaction — of police officers, prosecutors and judges.
St. Vincent de Paul Church, 120 N. Front, St., Baltimore, MD 21202, on March 15, 2023.
Former Gunpowder Falls State Park manager gets probation for sex offense conviction
Michael Browning, 72, of Timonium, who presided over Gunpowder Falls State Park from 1991-2022, was found not guilty on Friday of all but one of the 27 charges against him.
A sign at the entrance of Gunpowder Falls State Park Sweet Air Area.
A report detailed sex abuse in the Archdiocese of Baltimore. What’s next?
The Maryland Office of the Attorney General on Wednesday released the 456-page grand jury report, but litigation over issues including redactions will continue to play out.
The Attorney General’s office released the Catholic Church Investigation papers.  Jean Hargadon (glasses) Teresa Lancaster,  holds a redacted copy of the release.
Investigations of Archdiocese of Washington, Diocese of Wilmington are ongoing, Maryland AG says
“We have issued subpoenas. We have been looking into this matter. And we will continue to do so,” Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown said on Wednesday.
Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown speaks at a news conference on Wednesday at his office's headquarters in St. Paul Plaza in Baltimore ahead of the release of a 456-page grand jury report into the Archdiocese of Baltimore. He said investigators have also been looking into the Archdiocese of Washington and Diocese of Wilmington.
Archdiocese of Baltimore covered up ‘horrific and repeated abuse’ at children’s expense, report says
The report identified 158 priests who are accused of “sexual abuse” and “physical torture” of more than 600 people in the last 80 years.
The exterior of the Archdiocese of Baltimore building as seen on Monday, March 13.
Report detailing sex abuse within Catholic Church of Baltimore to be released Wednesday
Baltimore Circuit Judge Robert K. Taylor Jr. on Tuesday approved the release of the report “as the Office of the Attorney General shall see fit.”
The exterior of the Archdiocese of Baltimore building as seen on Monday, March 13.
A day with Baltimore animal control — and how a change could affect its ability to help
“I don’t want to leave anybody behind," said Sharon Colburn, who directs animal services in Baltimore.
A tiny newborn puppy is handed off between two people.
Banner political notes: It’s poll season; FBI HQ in the budget; First family’s first pitch; Bills are moving; The final word on Dan Cox’s legal fight
It’s spring the year before a Baltimore election — meaning consultants, elected officials and their potential challengers are quietly maneuvering to identify viable candidates.
Maryland, Baltimore City, Baltimore County politics
David Linthicum’s lawyers suggest motive, liken jail cell to ‘torture’
Linthicum, 24, of Cockeysville, is charged with five counts of attempted first-degree murder and related offenses. It’s unclear when he’s expected back in court.
A Maryland State Police trooper directs traffic as the SWAT team conducts their search of a house on Warren Rd. during a manhunt for 24-year-old Cockeysville resident David Emory Linthicum.
Baltimore Police officer who pushed teen, threatened ‘I will kill you,’ found guilty
Baltimore Circuit Judge Gregory Sampson convicted Officer Maxwell Dundore, a more than five-year veteran, at the end of a two-day bench trial.
7/8/22—A Baltimore Police officer’s car is parked on the corner of E Lombard St. & President St.
Baltimore Police officer on trial, accused of choking, kicking 17-year-old in the head
Officer Maxwell Dundore, 29, a more than five-year veteran, is standing trial this week in Baltimore Circuit Court on charges of second-degree assault and misconduct in office.
The City of Baltimore crest and seal inside of Baltimore City Hall.
Maryland’s second-highest court orders new hearing for Adnan Syed, reinstating conviction
The effect of the ruling was stayed for 60 days, allowing Syed time to mount an appeal to the state’s highest court.
Adnan Syed emerges from the courthouse and after Baltimore Judge Melissa Phinn threw out Syed's murder conviction in light of new evidence that someone else could have strangled Hae Min Lee, ordered the release of  Syed.
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