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    Michigan reports the first 2 US deaths related to a diarrhea-causing parasite
    Two people have died in the cyclospora outbreak in Michigan, state health officials announced Monday, the first deaths confirmed in the U.S. related to the microscopic parasite.
    Two people have died in the cyclospora outbreak in Michigan, though both people had underlying health conditions that may have been impacted by the intestinal illness and dehydration
    Edgewood teen dies after car strikes him while changing tire on I-695
    A 17-year-old Edgewood boy died after a car struck him along Interstate 695 in Baltimore County as he was changing a tire, officials said, adding to a growing list of crash fatalities in the area.
    Maryland State Police are investigating after a 17-year-old boy was struck by a car while changing a tire along Interstate 695 early Sunday, Aug. 2, 2026.
    Maryland awards 5 local groups to boost small businesses and affordable housing
    Organizations in Prince George’s and Montgomery counties secure nearly $200,000 in state funding.
    Maryland awarded $195,000 to five organizations in Prince George's and Montgomery counties to support affordable housing, small businesses and community development projects.
    Everything you need to know about the Orioles and the MLB trade deadline
    The Banner breaks down the possibilities based on discussions with industry sources.
    President of baseball operations Mike Elias said the Orioles are prepared to buy and sell as the trade deadline nears.
    After 11th-hour sprint, Tonya Sweat says she secured enough signatures to challenge Braveboy
    Aspiring Prince George’s County executive candidate Tonya Sweat and her team were sent scrambling after learning they didn’t have enough signatures to appear on general election ballots.
    Orioles and Nationals swap prospects before trade deadline
    The Orioles will need to add Franklin to their 40-man roster, but that should not be an issue. The Nationals are receiving Glassey, a 25-year-old reliever in Double-A.
    The Baltimore Orioles logo is seen on a lectern in the team’s press conference room.
    Kentucky Derby and Belmont Stakes to be part of new Thoroughbred Championship Series. Missing: The Preakness.
    Maryland finds itself the odd man out as Kentucky and New York racing officials attempt to reshape the racing calendar to highlight their biggest events.
    Napoleon Solo ridden by Paco Lopez and owned by Chad Summers wins the 151st Running of The Preakness Stakes at Laurel Park Racetrack on Saturday, May 16, 2026.
    Orioles deal Tyler Wells to Rays, getting pitcher they traded in the offseason
    Orioles pitcher Tyler Wells delivers in the 11th inning of a game against the Tampa Bay Rays on May 25.
    Dwayne Ledford is rebuilding the Ravens’ offensive line on three principles
    Speed off the ball, toughness and finishing are the core principles behind the offensive line that first-year offensive line coach Dwayne Ledford is trying to build.
    Baltimore Ravens run game coordinator and offensive line coach Dwayne Ledford speaks during a press conference following the team's NFL football training camp, Monday, Aug. 3, 2026, at the Under Armour Performance Center in Owings Mills, Md. (AP Photo/Stephanie Scarbrough)
    Reacting to Adley Rutschman trade, more Orioles deadline deals | Banner Baseball Show
    Baltimore dealt their franchise face to an American League East foe.
    Adley Rutschman, once the face of the Orioles’ rebuild, is being traded to Boston
    Rutschman’s arrival in the majors in 2022 coincided with an upswing for the Orioles, and they went on to win 192 games in 2023 and 2024. But Baltimore has failed to build on that.
    Adley Rutschman joined the Orioles organization as the first overall pick of the 2019 draft.
    Ravens observations: Defense has upper hand vs. Lamar Jackson in camp’s first padded practice
    As the pads came on Monday in Owings Mills, the accuracy fell off for Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson.
    Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) shakes hands with wide receiver Rashod Bateman (7) during the team's practice Monday.
    Police arrest woman in fatal stabbing of teen outside Baltimore church
    Police have arrested a person in connection with the fatal stabbing of an 18-year-old outside a Baltimore church.
    Brielle Handy, 18, died after being found with a stab wound outside the Love of God Apostolic Church in Southwest Baltimore.
    Parkville man charged with murder for shoving man into Inner Harbor
    A 36-year-old Parkville man has been charged with second-degree murder and manslaughter for allegedly shoving a man into the Inner Harbor, where the victim drowned.
    Khalilah Yancey, a spokeswoman for the Baltimore City Fire Department said crews were shortly called to the 1300 block of Lancaster Street in Fells Point after 3 p.m. for two people in the water on Sunday, Aug. 2, 2026.
    Orioles trade Taylor Ward to Mariners for 3 pitchers
    Ward has walked a career-high 87 times, but has notched only seven homers.
    Outfielder Taylor Ward has seen his home run total drop significantly after he hit 36 for the Angels last season, but he has set a career high in walks.
    Wet weather continues across parts of Maryland this week
    There’s a chance of daily afternoon showers and thunderstorms throughout the week, according to the National Weather Service.
    There’s a chance of daily afternoon showers and thunderstorms throughout the week, according to the National Weather Service.
    Baltimore libraries are the latest to offer free gunlocks. Here’s where to get them.
    A new partnership is offering Baltimore gun owners a way to safely store their firearms in an attempt to prevent suicides and unintentional shootings.
    A photo of Dorothy Paugh’s son Peter, who committed suicide with a gun, sits next to gun safety locks at a press conference hosted by County Executive Steuart Pittman, Ann Arundel department of Health and the Ann Arundel County Public library on April 13, 2023.
    Baltimore officials hope this improved police weapon could save lives
    Baltimore officials are hoping that a deploying a new, state-of-the-art police tool to officers across the city will result in them reaching for their guns and shooting people less often.
    Baltimore officials are hoping that a deploying a new, state-of-the-art police tool to officers across the city will result in them reaching for their guns and shooting people less often.
    The fight to get heating and air-conditioning to work in Baltimore schools has taken a turn
    The Maryland Stadium Authority said it will work more collaboratively with the Baltimore City schools to resolve issues at schools it built.
    The facade of Arlington Elementary School is seen in the snow in February.
    Kyle Hamilton is a pillar of the Ravens’ defense — but he can’t be the only one
    What do you get a safety who can do everything? In Kyle Hamilton’s case, start with the reassurance that he doesn’t need to be everywhere.
    Linebacker Roquan Smith, left, talks to safety Kyle Hamilton during training camp Thursday in Owings Mills.
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