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    Inspector general: County employee hired relative without disclosing relationship
    The investigation found a manager working for the Department of Housing and Community Affairs “participated in the hiring of a relative without disclosing the relationship.”
    Two Department of Housing and Community Affairs employees recanted statements to the Montgomery County Office of the Inspector General about their relationship.
    Howard County could soon build its first public ice rinks
    Howard County Executive Calvin Ball’s budget proposal for the next fiscal year sets aside $3.5 million to build the county’s first public ice rinks at the Meadowbrook Athletic Complex in Ellicott City.
    Howard County Executive Calvin Ball, joined by members of the Howard County Heat ice hockey team,  announces funding for an ice rink at the Meadowbrook Athletic Complex in Ellicott City.
    Trump signs Army-Navy executive order blocking college broadcasts during big game
    President Donald Trump's executive order says other college football broadcasts would detract from the "morale-building event."
    ‘Breakdown’ led to Valentine’s Day killing at Potomac senior home, attorney says
    Attorneys representing Linda Buttrick, the girlfriend of Robert Fuller Jr., who was killed on Valentine’s Day at an upscale senior home in Potomac, said Friday they want employees at the assisted living facility to come forward as they continue their investigation into his death.
    Attorney Michael Belsky, right, speaks at a press conference in Silver Spring on Friday about circumstances surrounding the death of Robert Fuller, Jr., at Cogir Senior Living last month. He is joined by Suzanne Caron, left, daughter of Linda Buttrick, who was Fuller's longtime partner and who lived with him.
    Spring weather outlook in Maryland: Warm and rainy
    Expect the first weekend of spring to be sunny with a chance of rain in the evenings, according to forecasts from the National Weather Service.
    A summer rainstorm drenches leaves after a week long heatwave took over Baltimore City.
    Tipsy Scoop serves boozy ice cream and sparks questions in Federal Hill
    Boozy ice cream shop Tipsy Scoop opens Saturday in Federal Hill, but some have expressed concerns about how the liquor-infused treats will be regulated.
    Tipsy Scoop, a chain of liquor-infused ice cream shops, opens at 209 Key Highway on Saturday.
    Baltimore Police officer seen in viral video chasing man in his cruiser receives trial date
    Officer Robert Parks is charged in Baltimore Circuit Court with attempted second-degree murder, first- and second-degree assault, misconduct in office and reckless driving.
    A screenshot from a video posted to social media shows Officer Robert A. Parks chasing a man who was on foot by driving after him in a police vehicle.
    Feds: ICE temporarily shut down Baltimore holding facility to comply with court order
    U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement temporarily closed its Baltimore holding cells after a federal judge ordered the agency to reduce overcrowding and ensure people detained there had their basic needs met.
    U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement temporarily closed its Baltimore holding cells at the George H. Fallon Federal Building in downtown Baltimore.
    Chuck Norris, martial arts master and actor, dies at 86
    Chuck Norris, the martial arts grandmaster and action star whose roles in “Walker, Texas Ranger” and other television shows and movies made him an iconic tough guy has died at 86.
    FILE - Chuck Norris attends the premiere for "The Expendables 2" in Los Angeles on Aug. 15, 2012. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP, File)
    George Solomon: Remembering Ray Schoenke, a Washington football great who stood by his beliefs
    Ray Schoenke, former offensive lineman for the now-named Washington Commanders.
    McCormick considering deal for Unilever’s food brands
    The potential move would have major ramifications for the 137-year-old company that is headquartered in Hunt Valley.
    The exterior of McCormick & Company's global headquarters in Hunt Valley, Md. on Wednesday, April 16, 2025.
    Why Maryland is considering naming the prehistoric megalodon its state shark
    Maryland lawmakers are considering naming the megalodon the nation’s first official state shark — spotlighting the region’s rich fossil history and prized prehistoric finds.
    A life restoration of the extinct megatooth shark, megalodon.
    Colton Cowser is channeling the mentality needed to be the Orioles’ leader in center field
    Of all the Orioles players this spring, there may be none with a larger range of possibilities entering 2026 than Cowser.
    Baltimore Orioles outfielder Colton Cowser poses for a portrait during the Baltimore Orioles media day on Wednesday morning, February 18, 2026 at Ed Smith Stadium in Sarasota, Florida.
    The Ravens’ salary cap is tight in 2026. Wait until you see 2027.
    Restructuring quarterback Lamar Jackson’s contract cleared about $40 million in cap space. The Ravens used some of that to continue adding free agents after offensive lineman John Simpson, quarterback Tyler Huntley and pass rusher Trey Hendrickson.
    General manager Eric DeCosta will have plenty of work to do before the 2027 season as the Ravens manage the salary cap.
    Oluchi Okananwa wanted to be an Olympic gymnast. At Maryland, she’s an all-around basketball star.
    The best thing that ever happened to Oluchi Okananwa’s basketball career was the worst thing that ever happened to her gymnastics career: She grew up.
    Oluchi Okananwa leads Maryland in points and steals and is third among regular contributors in rebounds and assists.
    Data center developer wants to reboot a Potomac River power plant with natural gas
    A prominent Eastern Shore developer has reached a deal to take over a retired coal-fired power plant on the Potomac River --Morgantown Generating Station -- and reboot it to run data centers. Does Gov. Wes Moore support the plan?
    The Morgantown Generating Station, built in 1970, is a 1,477 MW electric generating plant owned by GenOn on the Potomac River. The plant is expected to stop burning coal by 2027 but will continue to generate electricity burning  oil.
    Was Baltimore County Police use-of-force in Samuel ‘Big Sam’ Brown’s death justified?
    Loved ones embrace at the funeral for Samuel “Big Sam” Brown Jr., who died after an encounter with a Baltimore County police officer earlier this month.
    Maryland faces 12,000 child sex abuse claims with no clear plan for payouts
    Maryland faces about 12,000 child sex abuse claims tied to its juvenile justice system, with potential costs in the billions and no clear plan for payouts.
    Each abuse claim could cost the state up to $890,000, and a court could decide if victims can receive payments for multiple incidents.
    For sale: Beautiful $4.5M home tucked away in Bethesda
    A $2 million-plus renovation in 2016 completely reimagined this 6,000+ square-foot home in Bethesda for sale.
    Former Ravens running back Terrance West accused of assaulting contractor
    West is facing first- and second-degree assault charges after allegedly punching a contractor during a dispute over stains in the carpet of his home in Upper Marlboro.
    Former Ravens running back Terrance West gets past former Cleveland Browns middle linebacker Joe Schobert during a game on Sept. 17, 2017.
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