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    Montgomery County’s only charter school has one more chance to prove itself
    School board members voted Thursday night to move forward with revoking MECCA Business Learning Institute’s charter, which would effectively force the campus’ closure at the end of the school year.
    FEBRUARY 19, 2026 - MECCA Business Learning Institute families attended Thursday’s school board meeting in Rockvile to try and convince district leaders to keep their school open.
    Jordan Westburg, unable to practice at Orioles camp, had imaging done on elbow, source says
    When asked Thursday for an update on Westburg’s condition, manager Craig Albernaz said the 27-year-old is unable to participate currently and that he’s receiving evaluation from internal and external professionals.
    Orioles infielder Jordan Westburg runs drills on the first day of spring training on Feb. 11.
    DC mayor declares emergency for sewage spill on the Potomac, asks Trump for help
    Mayor Muriel Bowser declared an emergency and requested that President Donald Trump provide federal resources to help the city fight a sewage system leak that dumped 250 million gallons of raw sewage into the Potomac River in its early stages.
    A section of the 54-mile Potomac Interceptor, which runs along the Clara Barton Parkway near Interstate 49, collapsed earlier this week.

The Interceptor handles up to 60 million gallons of wastewater a day, moving it from parts of Virginia and Maryland to the Blue Plains Advanced Wastewater Treatment Plant in Washington, D.C.
    Anne Arundel police department distances itself from ICE with a uniform tweak
    Anne Arundel County Police are rolling out new patches for the backs of officers’ vests to more clearly distinguish them from federal immigration agents.
    Anne Arundel County Police are rolling out new patches for the backs of officers’ vests to more clearly distinguish them from federal immigration agents.
    What to do in Baltimore this weekend, including a craft fair and ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ party
    Whether you want to see the best crafters on the East Coast, dance to “K-Pop Demon Hunters” songs or experience brunch in a new way, we’ve got you covered.
    Baltimore native Nikki Harris, founder of HGE Designs, speaks with American Craft Made attendees in February 2025.
    7 things to do in Howard County, from a bagel run to Mardi Gras
    Here are seven things to do in Howard County from Feb. 19 through Feb. 25.
    Howard County runners for years have gathered at the Wilde Lake Village Center on Saturday mornings for a group run followed by bagels.
    A day care owner shot her husband over sex abuse. Out of prison, she has no regrets.
    Shanteari Young, 53, of Owings Mills, used to own Lil Kidz Kastle Daycare Center and finished serving her four-year sentence on Dec. 17 for aggravated assault and carrying a pistol without a license.
    Shanteari Young used to own Lil Kidz Kastle Daycare Center and finished serving a four-year sentence in December for aggravated assault and carrying a pistol without a license.
    7 things to do in Montgomery County, from Savor Bethesda to a Lunar New Year celebration
    This week brings Savor Bethesda, Rockville’s Lunar New Year celebration and more things to do around Montgomery County.
    The owners of Zao Stamina Ramen renamed their shop as Ramen Menri on Feb. 1. They wanted to highlight more simple and subtle flavors such as the Menri Dashi Shio, which is available as part of the restaurant's Savor Bethesda special through March 1.
    Streeter: Baltimore is Black history. You’re driving by it right now.
    COLUMN | A local historian and explorer has created a vibrant Instagram page that he hopes helps Baltimoreans feel the importance of this often-maligned but very special place.
    The WIN Waste Baltimore trash incinerator is seen along I-95 in Baltimore.
    Exploring sushi in Howard County: 4 must-visit lunch spots
    The Banner’s Jess Nocera tried a handful of Howard County sushi spots for lunch.
    The salmon lunch special at Sushi Q6 Normandy in Ellicott City includes soup, five pieces of salmon nigiri and a salmon avocado roll.
    What happens when ICE wants to open a detention facility in your hometown
    With ICE set to move in down the road, residents in mostly — but not entirely — conservative Washington County are grappling with what it means for their community.
    A newly purchased ICE detention facility sits among rolling farmland and recent snow in Williamsport.
    Northwestern edges Maryland 78-74 despite Andre Mills’ 39 points
    Maryland (10-16, 3-12 Big Ten) stayed within striking distance behind Mills, who scored 22 points in the first half.
    Guard Andre Mills, right, who led Maryland with 39 points, shoots against Northwestern guard Jordan Clayton during the first half Wednesday night.
    ICE opens office for its attorneys in Hunt Valley, lawyer confirms
    U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has opened an office in Hunt Valley for its attorneys, a lawyer representing the property owner confirmed in an email to The Banner.
    A lawyer representing the property owner of a Hunt Valley office building confirmed that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has leased space for its attorneys.
    The Brewer’s Art files for bankruptcy, citing $1.9 million in debt
    The Brewer’s Art has filed for bankruptcy, citing at least $1.9 million in debts, including back rent, taxes, wages and multiple lines of credit.
    The Brewer’s Art, the Mount Vernon brewpub and restaurant that has been an anchor of the Charles Street corridor for 30 years, closed abruptly Monday, according to employees.
    Clarksburg man captured images of at least 4 female shoppers in Banana Republic dressing rooms, police say
    Fabio Delrio is accused of recording female shoppers inside changing rooms when he worked at Banana Republic. Montgomery County Police suspect there are other victims.
    Moore: Sphere will be ‘transformational’ for local economy
    A new Ernst & Young report predicts a $1.3 billion annual impact on the local economy once the mini Sphere opens in Prince George’s County, a figure that combines tax revenue and anticipated growth for surrounding businesses.
    A rendering shows plans for a Sphere at the National Harbor.
    Anthony’s Italian restaurant set to reopen in Pasadena after 2-year closure
    Without specifying a date, Anthony’s Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar in Pasadena said it will be reopening “soon.”
    Anthony’s Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar in Pasadena said it’s reopening soon, after it closed about two years ago. They have not specified a reopening date.
    Federal funds provide boost to Crownsville Hospital redevelopment
    Anne Arundel County is getting $3.1 million in federal funds to renovate another building at the campus of the historic Crownsville Hospital. The money comes a year after the county opened a nonprofit center at the 500-acre site.
    Sen. Chris Van Hollen, Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman, Sen. Angela Alsobrooks, Rep. Sarah Elfreth, and Lisa Rodvien, an Anne Arundel County Council member, stand with a giant check, representing federal earmarks for the county.
    Water taxi users to see adjusted routes, operating hours in March
    Baltimore’s free water taxi service is set for tweaks as the city eyes bigger changes along the waterfront, Mayor Brandon Scott and the transportation department announced Wednesday.
    The Harbor Connector picks up passengers in the Inner Harbor last summer. Adjusted routes and trip times for the Connector — a network of three free boat routes often colloquially referred to as the water taxi — will take effect March 2.
    Baltimore planning director Timothy Keane nominated as housing commissioner
    Timothy Keane will also lead a six-month study into whether Baltimore’s housing and planning agencies could be combined.
    Timothy Keane has been nominated to take over as Baltimore’s housing director.
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