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Baltimore honors heroes as shutdown puts veterans, military families on edge

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An ROTC unit marches in the Veterans Day parade in Baltimore on Saturday.

Baltimore City Fire Department personnel respond to a four-alarm fire at a commercial building in Remington on Friday.

Most evacuated residents return home as Remington building fire investigation continues

A Patapsco Valley State Park maintenance facility along Hilton Avenue in Catonsville, where a 350-foot radio tower is proposed to be built.

Maryland says Patapsco needs radio tower for safety. Neighbors call it a ‘Tower of Terror.’

An attendee salutes at the National Veterans Day Observance at the Memorial Amphitheater at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Va., Monday, Nov. 11, 2024. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein)

What’s free for veterans on Nov. 11? Here’s a list of deals and discounts.

Ravens’ Rashod Bateman fined for ‘verbal abuse’ of official; Carl Lawson won’t make debut

Antwan Raymond runs for 240 yards in Rutgers’ 35-20 win over Maryland

Mace rushes for 291 yards, 4 TDs in Villanova’s 28-10 win at Towson

White House says naming new Washington Commanders stadium after Trump would be ‘beautiful’

Federal changes, shifting workforce, local impact.

Ex-DOJ employee who hurled sandwich at federal agent learns fate after jury verdict

Nov 6, 2025

Stalemate: Tomorrow marks longest federal government shutdown ever

Nov 4, 2025

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Starbucks’ union workers plan strike next week unless company agrees to a contract

The Starbucks at 8010 Gramercy Boulevard off Crabbs Branch Way in the Rockville and Derwood area.

What to know about latest cancellations, delays at US airports caused by shutdown

Travelers check the flight schedule at LaGuardia International Airport on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Olga Fedorova)

Firefighters contain 4-alarm Remington building fire that displaced over 20 people

Baltimore Fire crews respond as smoke overtakes a neighborhood from a fire at West 23rd Street and Hampden Avenue in Baltimore on Friday.

Letter: When tackling Baltimore’s vacant homes, whole blocks make whole communities

Contractors with ReBUILD Metro in Baltimore work in August to revitalize a block of Mura Street where the majority of homes are vacant.

Bay Bridge Run, Veterans Day Parade could cause traffic headaches this weekend

Nov 7, 2025

The state is considering replacing the Chesapeake Bay Bridge.

Supreme Court issues emergency order to block full SNAP payments

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 30: An EBT sign is displayed on the window of a grocery store on October 30, 2025 in the Flatbush neighborhood of the Brooklyn borough in New York City. Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits and other assistance are set to stop on November 1st amid a federal government shutdown that has been going on for 29 days and is the second-longest shutdown in the nation's history. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency for extra emergency funds and personnel to be deployed, as SNAP payments will be suspended. About 42 million Americans are expected to lose access to their benefits.

SNAP Benefits

The fight for a critical safety net

State-funded SNAP benefits to reach Marylanders starting next week

Nov 7, 2025

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore at a food bank in Anne Arundel county last month. Moore said Marylanders whose federal food benefits have been cut off can expect state help beginning next week.

Travelers on edge as delays and cancellations build at BWI, Reagan and Dulles

Updated Nov 7, 2025

Southwest Airlines jets fill the gates at Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport. The airport is celebrating its 75th birthday.

Perry Hall Middle School evacuated after ‘unusual odor’

Nov 7, 2025

Maryland Army National Guard Servicemembers Staff Sgt. Edward Graham and Spc. Sherie Peeks were honored by the Baltimore County Fire Department for their actions during the Dundalk Fire Station fire Feb. 10, 2010. Along with 13 firefighters and EMS personnel they were presented Executive Citations from Baltimore County Executive Jim Smith and also received Hero Pins.

Ravens have no injury concerns vs. Vikings; new pass rushers set to make debut

Nov 7, 2025

Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers (4) celebrates next to Miami Dolphins safety Dante Trader Jr. (11) after a 39-yard reception for a first down during the second half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.

Former Orioles interim manager Tony Mansolino finds new position as Braves third base coach

Nov 7, 2025

Tony Mansolino takes questions from reporters at the Orioles’ end-of-season press conference.

The Trump Effect

How the president’s cuts, tariffs and policies are changing Maryland

Baltimore’s Turnstile earns 5 Grammy nominations for ‘Never Enough’

Nov 7, 2025

Turnstile performs a free benefit concert at Wyman Park Dell in Baltimore, MD on May 10, 2025 to raise donations for Health Care for the Homeless.

Board approves mixed-used development in Annapolis arts district (again)

Nov 7, 2025

Renderings for the development at 161 West St. in downtown Annapolis show what a planned mixed-use building on the corner would look like, with a restaurant on the ground floor and apartments above.

Anxious? Depressed? Psychedelics researchers want to give you LSD — for science

Nov 7, 2025

A dissolvable LSD pill developed by pharmaceutical company MindMed is being tested in ongoing clinical trials at Sheppard Pratt in Baltimore County.

Orioles hiring Dustin Lind as hitting coach as they begin to flesh out Craig Albernaz’s staff

Updated Nov 7, 2025

Assistant hitting coach Dustin Lind of the Philadelphia Phillies poses for a portrait during spring training 2024.

Anthony Barksdale, deputy mayor and former deputy Baltimore Police commissioner, dies

Updated Nov 7, 2025

Anthony Barksdale, a former acting Baltimore police commissioner (who directed operations for the Police Department from 2007 to 2012) and often vocal critic of the Baltimore Police Department, has been named deputy mayor for public safety, Mayor Brandon Scott announced Friday 7/8/2022.

Antwan Raymond runs for 240 yards in Rutgers’ 35-20 win over Maryland

Mace rushes for 291 yards, 4 TDs in Villanova’s 28-10 win at Towson

Malik Mack’s 19 points lead Georgetown past Maryland 70-60

Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers (4) celebrates next to Miami Dolphins safety Dante Trader Jr. (11) after a 39-yard reception for a first down during the second half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla.

Ravens have no injury concerns vs. Vikings; new pass rushers set to make debut

Former Orioles interim manager Tony Mansolino finds new position as Braves third base coach

Assistant hitting coach Dustin Lind of the Philadelphia Phillies poses for a portrait during spring training 2024.

Orioles hiring Dustin Lind as hitting coach as they begin to flesh out Craig Albernaz’s staff

Ravens vs. Vikings: 5 things to watch, including Lamar Jackson’s scrambles, Andrew Van Ginkel and more

Navy nose tackle Landon Robinson (96) rushes forward on a fake punt attempt during the 125th Annual Army-Navy Game held at Northwest Stadium in Landover, Md. on Saturday, December 14, 2024.

Kyle Goon: Navy football could have another All-American. Meet Landon Robinson, the midshipmen’s ‘Freak.’

Expert predictions for Ravens vs. Vikings: Will improving defense fluster J.J. McCarthy?

Okananwa, Ozzy-Momodu score 15 apiece as No. 10 Maryland defeats UMBC 87-54

Jon Meoli: As free agency begins, whether the Orioles will spend shouldn’t be a question anymore

Orioles announce 2026 giveaways, highlighted by 3-game series of Hawaiian shirts

Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson is sacked by Miami Dolphins linebacker Elandon Roberts in November 2021.

An older, wiser Lamar Jackson faces the blitz caller who broke him

Orioles to sign outfielder Leody Taveras, adding depth and a reclamation project

HOUSTON, TEXAS - SEPTEMBER 28: Woody Marks #27 of the Houston Texans is tackled by Dre'Mont Jones #45 of the Tennessee Titans during the fourth quarter in the game at NRG Stadium on September 28, 2025 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Alex Slitz/Getty Images)

‘Physical as hell’ pass rusher Dre’Mont Jones joins Ravens’ defense — and just in time

Orioles hitters regressed in 2025. Craig Albernaz envisions a more ‘diverse offense.’

Orioles manager Craig Albernaz made a great first impression | Banner Baseball Show

Ravens’ remade pass rush still has a glaring need, plus more trade deadline takeaways

Orioles to turn over entire major league hitting staff as Cody Asche departs for Tigers

Jon Meoli: Craig Albernaz’s biggest job with the Orioles is clear. And he seems ready for it.

Ravens vs. Vikings: 5 things to watch, including Lamar Jackson’s scrambles, Andrew Van Ginkel and more

Nov 7, 2025

Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson runs for a 13-yard gain in the third quarter against the Detroit Lions in Week 3.

Lenny Pineau, longtime owner of Aardmore Veterinary Hospital, built a life he loved

Nov 7, 2025

Lenny Pineau.

Anne Arundel board members clash over school redistricting plan as final vote approaches

Nov 7, 2025

Ashley Eden of Edgewater speaks via video during a special Anne Arundel County school board meeting in October giving parents a chance to weigh in on the county’s redistricting plans.

Flight reductions at BWI and other airports start today. Now what?

Nov 7, 2025

Travelers walk through the terminal at Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport in Baltimore, Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025.

Kyle Goon: Navy football could have another All-American. Meet Landon Robinson, the midshipmen’s ‘Freak.’

Nov 7, 2025

Navy nose tackle Landon Robinson (96) rushes forward on a fake punt attempt during the 125th Annual Army-Navy Game held at Northwest Stadium in Landover, Md. on Saturday, December 14, 2024.

The problem with Annapolis schools isn’t what you think. It’s worse.

Nov 7, 2025

Annapolis Elementary is the oldest school building in continuous use in Maryland. It also is one of the most under enrolled schools in Annapolis.

GuidesHow to Maryland

Our favorites in Baltimore and beyond. Get to know The Baltimore Banner staff through our curated lists of the best area food, shopping, experiences and more.

Collage of iconic Maryland elements

A spicy grilled pineapple margarita and chips and guacamole from La Food Marketa.

Fresh air and flavor: 4 spots for outdoor dining in Baltimore County

A ghost sign is seen at the top of the former Stafford Hotel, now The Stafford Apartments. When the building was constructed in 1894, it was the tallest building on Mount Vernon Place.

Check out these favorites from Baltimore’s premier ghost-sign hunter

Choi's Chicken & Trout.

Your ultimate guide to Baltimore’s best traditional chicken boxes

Oleum's spicy Italian melt panini, with a Dreamsicle on the side.

Hungry for something different in Baltimore? Try these new restaurants

No Land Beyond levels up, bringing game night to onetime funeral home

Nov 7, 2025

Patrons play Magic: The Gathering at the new North Avenue location of No Land Beyond.

Charmed: Chemistry at the aquarium and flirting with Chewbacca’s mom

Nov 7, 2025

Did you miss a connection at the aquarium?

Letter: Klausmeier’s sanctuary jurisdiction decision makes Baltimore County another Trump fatality

Nov 7, 2025

Baltimore County Executive Kathy Klausmeier sits for a portrait at the Baltimore County Historic Courthouse, the county government headquarters, in Towson, Md. on Monday, June 2, 2025.

KKK flyers, Nazi Halloween costumes ignite outrage from Baltimoreans

Updated Nov 7, 2025

Baltimoreans are outraged over a series of racist incidents in South Baltimore over the past week.

Gov. Moore promised to send more police to Baltimore. What happened?

Nov 6, 2025

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore promised to ramp up state police and Transportation Authority Police patrols at a September community walk in Park Heights.