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With elections on tap in 2026, a replacement will have to wait until 2027.

Peter Connolly worked at the United States Agency for International Development for nearly a decade. When it folded this summer, not only did he lose a job, he also lost contact with colleagues in conflict zones.

From sports to culture, we captured so many moments in photos. Here are The Baltimore Banner’s favorite photos of 2025.

The transportation department set a loftier street-paving goal than in the previous three years, but fell far short of it.

A Baltimore City school built for 1,000 students serves fewer than 200, while schools on the other side of the city are bursting at the seams.

Starting a fitness journey can be overwhelming. These local experts are here to help.

No judgment here: Sometimes you wake up on New Year’s Day with a pounding headache and a desperate craving for the greasiest, heartiest breakfast you can get your hands on.

“If you get this guy a head of steam, he’s a tough guy to bring down,” Packers coach Matt LaFleur said of Ravens running back Derrick Henry.

Revlon is a queer Black artist who lives in Baltimore's Penn North neighborhood and has been recognized as one of the pioneers of Baltimore's ballroom scene, a subculture built by LGBTQIA+ Black and Latino communities.

Baltimore County police say a 22-year-old was fatally stabbed in Edgewood on Monday morning and a suspect has been arrested.

An 11-year-old girl died after being struck by an SUV in Harford County near Belcamp on Sunday, Maryland State Police said.

Amid a legislative session dominated by efforts to address the state’s budget woes, lawmakers also passed laws addressing health, workers’ rights and wages.

Back surgery has brought relief to pitcher Zach Elfin, who recently rejoined the Orioles. And it brings excitement for his future on the mound. He said his first bullpen session post-surgery is Jan. 6 and he hopes to be ready for opening day.

Gale force winds blew a 950-foot U.S. Navy cargo ship off its moorings in South Baltimore on Monday afternoon.

A Silver Spring man accused of kidnappng a Kentucky teen called the allegation a misunderstanding in Montgomery County District Court on Monday.

Jackson will play if healthy, coach John Harbaugh says.

Thirteen incarcerated people have been killed by other prisoners this year, state officials said, marking the highest annual total in at least a decade.

The National Weather Service issued a wind advisory to much of Central Maryland.

It’s almost 2026. Whether you want to stay out late and watch fireworks or see a ball drop and still get the kids to bed on time, there are plenty of ways to welcome the New Year.