The latest from Rona Kobell
Baltimore archdiocese’s church sales earned millions. Abuse survivors may see none of it.
Baltimore Archdiocese church sales have brought in millions, but a court ruling means clergy abuse survivors may never see the proceeds.
Why Baltimore City doesn’t want to pay for a new Baltimore County bridge
A back-and-forth between Baltimore County and Baltimore City over an old bridge is about way more than just who should foot the bill — it indicates the localities could be moving toward a bigger change regarding ownership of critical infrastructure.
Empty stores and funky smells at the end of Eastpoint Mall
Eastpoint Mall is going the way of the stegosaurus whose replica once greeted onlookers pouring into the 63-acre shopping and entertainment emporium between Eastern Avenue and North Point Boulevard.
Baltimore County permit employee skips 239 hours of work, costing taxpayers $16,000
The inspector violated several policies, including rules governing the use of county vehicles and time and attendance.
An express bus to Tradepoint — and Baltimore County’s well-paying jobs — has arrived
The 411T bus offers 12 routes a day, beginning at 5 a.m. and ending at 12:10 a.m. to accommodate the shift work at the sprawling facility.
‘How did it break?’: Turner Station Girl Scouts visit Key Bridge wreckage
The trip to the bridge’s remains was the culmination of a summer partnership between the Girl Scouts of Turner Station and the Pleasant Yacht Club.
Wait for it... an Eastern Shore native is Broadway’s latest Hamilton
The 32-year-old Eastern Shore native graduated from the University of the Arts in Philadelphia just as the musical “Hamilton” was becoming a sensation.
Baltimore County has lots of smoke shops. Its government wants fewer of them.
In August, the Baltimore County Council will consider a bill to reduce the number of smoke and vape shops and restrict where they can go.
How Matt Lauer’s sexual assault allegations shaped Baltimore County’s next top prosecutor
Sarah David’s friendship with former NBC producer Brooke Nevils informs how she will run the Baltimore County State’s Attorney Office.
Baltimore County gets expanded public swim hours. Critics say it’s a drop in the bucket.
Baltimore County has no public pools for its 856,000 residents. It has tried to expand public swimming for decades, with little success.
What Baltimore County’s likely next leader is planning
To see what kind of administration Julian Jones will lead in Baltimore County, look at where he stands on certain issues.
They criticized the Baltimore County Council. Now, they might be joining it.
Anti-establishment candidates who won their primary races promise to shake up business as usual.
Julian Jones wins Democratic nomination for Baltimore County executive
Baltimore County Councilman Julian Jones has won the Democratic primary for county executive.
Younger, brasher, more diverse: How the Baltimore County Council is changing
Baltimore County’s next council is poised to be younger, more diverse and potentially more combative, with newcomers including progressive Democrats, far-right Republicans and, likely, the council’s first Black woman.
Julian Jones leads in Baltimore County Executive race
Julian Jones could become Baltimore County's first Black executive amid a close race and delayed results from mail-in ballots.
Blackface performer, peace order clash: Have Baltimore County Republicans gone full MAGA?
The coarsening discourse, attention-grabbing tactics, and efforts to out-MAGA one’s opponent mirror national politics.
Some Baltimore County Council candidates don’t want their photos on Izzy Patoka’s flyers
The Pikesville Democrat, who is running for Baltimore County executive, touted the expansion of the council with photos of all candidates.
The party is almost over for the Baltimore bars that built politicians
Old-school Baltimore bars offered a (poorly lit) place for local candidates to try new lines, and were mandatory stops for those seeking higher office.
Why did an inspector general’s coffee meeting cost Baltimore County taxpayers $205,000?
Former Baltimore County Inspector General Kelly Madigan sued a former county employee in 2024 because she believed he abused his power while trying to curtail her own, according to court documents unsealed last week.
