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    Former Howard County hearing examiner questions decision to remove her
    A former Howard County hearing examiner is calling out the County Council for voting in closed session not to renew her contract, a decision that she says should have been made in an open meeting.
    The Howard County Council, shown here in open session, voted during a May closed session to remove one of its appointed hearing examiners.
    Rams practices at Oriole Park present a unique sight — and privacy challenge
    For the first time ever, football players are practicing at Camden Yards. Doing so in the shadow of surrounding buildings, like the nearby Hilton, presents a unique privacy challenge for the Los Angeles Rams.
    The outfield at Oriole Park has been transformed into a football practice field for the Los Angeles Rams as they prepare for a game this weekend in London.
    Uniqlo, Tesla among 10 new tenants coming to Annapolis Mall
    Ten new tenants, including Tesla, Uniqlo and Swarovski, are expected to open at Annapolis Mall by the end of next year, according to an update from the mall.
    The exterior of the Westfield Annapolis mall, seen on Monday, August 5, 2024.
    Moore outpaces Hogan in Maryland’s favorite hypothetical horse race
    We have numbers for the governor matchup between Wes Moore and Larry Hogan everyone keeps speculating about.
    For sale: Modern, sleek home in Fulton
    Built in 2020, this Maple Lawn South home features modern, sleek interiors. It offers four bedrooms, 4 1/2 bathrooms and over 5,000 square feet of living space.
    Raccoon captured inside Baltimore school tests positive for rabies
    A raccoon captured inside Fallstaff Elementary/Middle School in Northwest Baltimore on Tuesday tested positive for rabies, according to the city’s health department.
    A raccoon that tested positive for rabies was captured inside Fallstaff Elementary Middle School in Baltimore on Tuesday, October 14, 2025.
    Impact Maryland 2025: Moore, other leaders discuss challenges in the state — and opportunities
    The Banner’s third annual thought leadership conference, taking place at the Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall in Baltimore, tackles how Maryland can respond to threats from federal spending cuts, the future of college research and the impact of the arts.
    Maryland Gov. Wes Moore and moderator David Rubenstein in conversation during Impact Maryland 2025 on Tuesday.
    Albornoz to step down from Montgomery County Council at end of year
    At-large Montgomery County Council member Gabe Albornoz is stepping down in December, he announced Thursday. This creates a hole on the council that will be temporarily filled by an appointment.
    Councilmember Gabe Albornoz, left, at a Montgomery County Council meeting in September 2025 in Rockville, Maryland.
    Rams running back Blake Corum’s extended homecoming in Baltimore means questions about the aquarium
    The Rams are using the Orioles’ home stadium this week for practice ahead of their game in London on Sunday.
    Blake Corum has run for 156 yards and a touchdown for the Rams this season.
    Captain Dee-Fense was a superhero among superfans
    Captain Dee-Fense at various fundraisers and events over the years.
    It’s been 40 years since a woman led Howard County. That could change next year.
    Howard County voters have the chance in 2026 to elect the first woman executive in 40 years and the first-ever Black woman executive.
    Howard County executive candidates, from left, Del. Jessica Feldmark, council chair Liz Walsh, Del. Vanessa Atterbeary and council member Deb Jung.
    Ravens reset: Analyzing the team’s biggest holes, trade deadline plans and playoff hopes
    The bye week is here in Baltimore. What a relief for the 1-5 Ravens.
    The Ravens are hopeful quarterback Lamar Jackson, who has been sidelined by a hamstring injury, will be available after their bye week.
    Read the results of The Baltimore Banner’s statewide poll
    The poll contacted 928 registered Maryland voters between Oct. 7-10. It has a margin of error of 3.2 percentage points.
    The Banner polled Maryland registered voters to ask them their opinions regarding Gov. Wes Moore, President Donald Trump, and issues including housing, schools, crime, immigration and transportation.
    7 things to do in Annapolis: Pride Parade and Festival adds new element to October
    Events in Annapolis this week, including a the hosting of a previously postponed Annapolis Pride Parade and Festival and the Ballet Theatre of Maryland.
    Josh Seefried holds a rainbow umbrella as he walks in the Annapolis Pride Parade and Festival on June 1, 2024.
    What to do in Baltimore this weekend, including Comic-Con and a running festival
    Whether you want to explore Baltimore Comic-Con, cheer on the Baltimore Running Festival or be amazed by magician Justin Willman, we’ve got you covered.
    Rashid Farmer, right, has a lightsaber duel with Trey Jones during Baltimore Comic-Con at the Baltimore Convention Center on September 8, 2023.
    7 things to do in Howard County, from spooky fun to an owlish affair
    Seven things to do in Howard County, including Halloween-themed events and Fall Pop Concert.
    Monty the Eastern Screech Owl perches on the Howard County Conservancy land manager Tabby Fique's hand, Aug. 29, 2024. Monty is the newest addition to the resident animals on the conservancy's 232 acres.
    Could Silver Spring’s Princess Awesome take down Trump’s tariffs?
    Princess Awesome, an online clothing shop based in Silver Spring, is struggling to stay afloat with tens of thousands of dollars in added costs from new tariffs.
    Eva St. Clair and Rebecca Melsky, co-founders of the small clothing company Princess Awesome, are lead plaintiffs in a lawsuit against the Trump administration’s tariffs.
    Marylanders in ‘dark mood’ as cost of living rises, poll finds
    About 84% of Marylanders said they worry sometimes or every day about money.
    7 things to do in Montgomery County, from pickleball to line dancing
    A pickleball tournament, a classic car showcase and more things to do in Montgomery County this week.
    A scene from 2024's Rockville Antique and Classic Car Show. This year's edition takes place on Oct. 18 from 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
    Quince Orchard’s football team is on an amazing run
    The reigning state champions are undefeated again. How do they remain at the top of the state year after year?
    The Quince Orchard high school football team celebrates after winning the state championship last year.
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