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    Man who murdered woman and her granddaughter at Middle River home gets life without parole
    Bryan Cherry, 38, of Middle River, pleaded guilty in Baltimore County Circuit Court to two counts of first-degree murder in the killings of Iona Sellers, 75, and Autumn Harvey, 29, in their home on July 6, 2024.
    A family friend holds a candle with Autumn Harvey's face on it during a vigil held in her honor on July 14, 2024.
    Nationals and right-hander Cade Cavalli agree to 4-year extension
    The deal is worth $47 million, according to a source, and the club option can increase it to $70 million.
    Cade Cavalli has a 3.12 ERA and 194 strikeouts in 164 2/3 innings this season.
    Sig Mejdal changing roles in Orioles front office, will no longer oversee analytics
    Mejdal, one of president of baseball operations Mike Elias’ trusted lieutenants, will oversee emerging technologies and innovative practices.
    The Orioles have made another change in their front office.
    Another ‘Real Housewives of Potomac’ star joins hit competition show ‘The Traitors’
    Montgomery County’s own Gizelle Bryant, one of the original stars of Bravo’s “The Real Housewives of Potomac,” will star in the fifth season of Peacock’s “The Traitors.”
    WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 07: Host Gizelle Bryant  attends OWN's "Time of Essence" Episode 4 Washington, DC Premiere at Alamo Drafthouse Cinema on September 07, 2023 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images for Oprah Winfrey Network  )
    Trump says he is banning CNN, MSNOW and Politico from the White House
    President Donald Trump says he is banning CNN, MSNOW and Politico from the White House due to what he called unfavorable coverage, and threatens that more such prohibitions of media outlets could follow.
    President Donald Trump speaks during a dinner in the Rose Garden of the White House, Thursday, Sept. 17, 2026, in Washington.
    Ravens’ Zay Flowers doubtful for Saints game; 3 starters questionable
    The Ravens ruled out linebacker Teddye Buchanan, who is coming back from an ACL tear, and defensive lineman Nnamdi Madubuike, who is recovering from a neck injury.
    Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers suffered a hamstring injury last week and is doubtful for Sunday’s game against the Saints.
    Pedestrian, 66, struck and killed in North Central Baltimore
    A 66-year-old man was struck and killed by a vehicle in North Central Baltimore on Friday morning.
    Baltimore Police said a 66-year-old man died after being struck by a vehicle in North Central Baltimore on Friday morning. The driver, 78, was also transported to an area hospital.
    Judge postpones hearing in case to settle $39 million tug-of-war in Prince George’s County
    Since taking leadership roles on the County Council, Council members Krystal Oriadha and Edward Burroughs have come under scrutiny for pushing to divert millions of dollars in project charges to their preferred organizations.
    First-term Montgomery County council members Krystal Oriadha, left, and Ed Burroughs.
    Ravens vs. Saints: 5 things to watch, including Rashod Bateman, Chris Olave and home field advantage
    After an impressive season-opening road win over the Indianapolis Colts, the Ravens and coach Jesse Minter are looking for a happy homecoming Sunday against the Saints.
    After an impressive season-opening road win over the Indianapolis Colts, the Ravens wide receiver Rashod Bateman (7) is expected to step up Sunday.
    Commanders vs. Cowboys: 3 things to watch, including Jayden Daniels settling in and danger in the secondary
    The Commanders are undermanned against the Cowboys’ star-studded roster, with a dozen players missing practice or limited this week due to injury.
    Washington Commanders punter Tress Way (10) warms up during the second half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
    Royal Farms market concept approved in Annapolis, with fewer gas pumps
    The Annapolis Planning Commission conditionally approved a developer’s proposal to bring a Royal Farms gas station and marketplace to the intersection of Forest Drive and Tyler Avenue.
    **ONE TIME USE ONLY** Renderings of the Royal Farms development project has been is being discussed for Annapolis.
    Ex-Woodlawn Middle School teacher sentenced to 3 years for sexually abusing a student
    Sydnie Haywood, 34, of Pikesville, pleaded guilty in Baltimore County Circuit Court to nine counts of fourth-degree sexual offense.
    Baltimore County Public Schools recently picked its teacher of the year, Stephanie Gerhold. Gerhold teaches Multilingual Learners at Woodlawn Middle School.
    Police arrest man wanted in Rockville homicide
    Shayan Solimani Damabi, who was wanted in a Rockville homicide, was arrested after leaving a Gaithersburg motel on Thursday, Montgomery County Police said.
    Police believe Baltimore mass shooting related to gang dispute, sources say
    Investigators believe the mass shooting in Baltimore Wednesday night is connected to an ongoing gang dispute, law enforcement sources told The Banner.
    Following a shooting this week in East Baltimore that injured seven people, police and city officials expressed outrage that anyone would shoot into a crowd and strike a child.
    Charges dropped against Baltimore Police officer accused of pulling shotgun on woman
    Prosecutors on Friday dropped all charges against a Baltimore Police officer who had been accused of pulling a shotgun on a woman at his home during a night of drinking.
    Prosecutors on Friday dropped all charges against a Baltimore Police officer who had been accused of pulling a shotgun on a woman at his home during a night of drinking.
    3 teens arrested following armed robbery at Northwest High School
    An armed robbery inside a bathroom at Northwest High School led to the arrest of three teens on Thursday, Montgomery County Police said.
    Terry McLaurin was nearly absent from the season opener. How will the Commanders respond?
    The Commanders said they would build an offense around their star receiver. One week in, they’ve reversed course.
    The Commanders said they would build an offense around star receiver Terry McLaurin. One week in, they’ve reversed course.
    In a game of routines, Orioles relievers turn little things into fun moments
    The Orioles' bullpen pitchers like to keep things loose. They snake through the outfield in a single-file line. They play bocce. Those light moments help with what can be a high-intensity job.
    The Orioles’ bullpen pitchers like to keep things loose. Orioles relief pitcher Yennier Cano tosses a signed baseball to Caleb Guarnera, 11, from the bullpen ahead of a baseball game against the Cleveland Guardians last week.
    Gov. Moore seeks federal economic disaster loans for Empire Towers emergency
    Gov. Moore is seeking economic disaster loans for businesses impacted by the closure of Empire Towers.
    Empire Towers, a 10-story office building, seen from a business across the street after it was evacuated for structural integrity issues in July.
    Haitian woman detained by ICE was seeking asylum in the US legally. Trump wants to send her back ‘without proceedings.’
    Wisline Platel was forced to leave her life and son behind in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, after facing threats of gang violence. She came to the United States in 2024 through the humanitarian parole program. Platel was detained by ICE on Aug. 19 and is being held at an immigration detention facility in Virginia. Platel’s sister, Samara, is willing to share more about the impact on her family and the broader Haitian community.
    Wisline Platel came to the U.S. from Haiti through a humanitarian parole program in 2024. The Department of Homeland Security terminated the program in 2025, leaving thousands of people like Platel without temporary legal parole and work authorizations. Platel was arrested by ICE at a gas station early one morning in August.
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