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One of the world’s most popular board games was created in Silver Spring
This summer marks 10 years since Silver Spring's Elizabeth Hargrave first pitched to publishers a birding-inspired game she’d dreamt up. That concept became Wingspan, an instant award-winner that took off internationally.
Wingspan designer Elizabeth Hargrave, left, play-tests an untitled sorting board game project at her home in Silver Spring with fellow designers Dominic Crapuchettes and Connie Vogelmann.
Streeter: The government says take a summer road trip. Marylanders’ wallets say stay home.
COLUMN | Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and his family want you to take a road trip this summer. With gas prices as they are, that might have to be on foot.
She was her parents’ translator. As valedictorian, she thanked them in their language.
Valedictorian Khatira Rustami honors her Afghan parents’ sacrifices, highlighting the achievements and resilience of immigrant families at graduation.
Khatira Rustami with her siblings Amir and Maryam and mother, Rahima, after her graduation from International High School.
Nationals grab series win with 2-1 victory over Braves
Everything about the Nationals’ series win over the Braves was unusual.
Foster Griffin allowed three hits and struck out six in six shutout innings Sunday.
Orioles’ Colton Cowser hits walk-off home run in Game 1 as Orioles split with Tigers
Cowser’s three-run homer allows the Orioles to overcome lackadaisical offense and a crucial error.
Colton Cowser gets doused by teammates after his home run to win Game 1 of Sunday’s doubleheader at Camden Yards.
Who is Nasire Best? Alleged White House shooter killed by Secret Service was Dundalk HS grad
The man Secret Service officers shot and killed Saturday near the White House was a Baltimore County resident who struggled with mental health and had shut out those closest to him in recent months, according to friends and court records.
A photo of Nasire Best, shared by a former teammate, shows Best in 2024.
Nationals place starter Jake Irvin on injured list
Irvin was pitching as well as he had all season. He threw five no-hit innings with seven strikeouts Saturday at Atlanta.
Washington Nationals Jake Irvin (27) pitches the ball during the third inning of a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on Sunday, March 29, 2026, in Chicago.
Airline miles may not go as far as the Iran war drives up fuel costs and summer fares
Users of credit cards that accrue airline miles and points toward various travel perks are likely to find their balances won’t take them as far this summer.
As jet fuel prices have jumped during the Iran war, so have the cost of airline tickets and fees for checking bags.
Hutzell: Harry Dunn isn’t finished fighting the insurrection
COLUMN | Harry Dunn says he didn’t sue to block Donald Trump’s Anti-Weaponization Fund to help his campaign for Congress. In a district hurt hard by the president’s audacity of greed, it sure should.
ELLICOTT CITY, MARYLAND - MAY 14: Democratic U.S. House candidate Harry Dunn speaks to supporters during a primary night party on May 14, 2024 in Ellicott City, Maryland. Dunn, a Maryland native who was a U.S. Capitol Police officer protecting the Capitol building from insurrectionists on January 6, 2021, has lost in the Democratic primary to state Sen. Sarah Elfreth for the seat being vacated by Rep. John Sarbanes (R-MD) in the state's 3rd District.
2022 vs. 2026: How Maryland’s economy compares under Wes Moore
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore is up for reelection, but the economic landscape is drastically different from what it was in 2022. Here’s how the state’s economy has changed since he took office in 2023.
Gov. Wes Moore during the launch of his reelection campaign inside the B&O Railroad Museum in Baltimore in May.
Dylan Crews, Jorbit Vivas homer as Nationals beat Braves 2-0
Starter Jake Irvin was dialed in, striking out seven and walking one batter over five no-hit innings.
Dylan Crews hits a home run in the fourth inning Saturday at Atlanta.
Suspect dead after approaching White House checkpoint with weapon, Secret Service says
A person who approached a White House security checkpoint and began firing at officers has died, according to federal officials.
A member of the Secret Service stops journalist from leaving the White House, Saturday, May 23, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana)
A printmaker. A lawyer. A MICA student: Meet the artists and collectors behind Artscape 2026
Despite the 50-degree temperatures and the rain, collectors and artists are making the most of this year’s weekend-long Artscape in downtown Baltimore.
Artscape patrons find relief from the rainy weather Saturday at the artists tents under the Jones Falls Expressway.
Woman killed, another injured in single-vehicle crash in Prince George’s County
A woman was killed and another critically injured in a single-vehicle crash early Saturday in Prince George’s County, police said.
A Baltimore County police vehicle’s lights flash while parked outside of the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center at the University of Maryland in Baltimore, Md. on Thursday, March 13, 2025.
Volunteer firefighter arrested in Baltimore County after co-worker reports sexual assault
Detectives from the Woodlawn Precinct have arrested and charged 26-year-old Xavier Dove in connection with an ongoing sexual assault investigation.
A Baltimore County police vehicle’s lights flash while parked outside of the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center at the University of Maryland in Baltimore, Md. on Thursday, March 13, 2025.
Speeding driver crashes into Bunny’s Buckets & Bubbles while allegedly fleeing BPD stop
A vehicle crashed into Bunny’s Buckets and Bubbles in Fell’s Point on Friday night, scattering bricks inside the corner of the chicken restaurant.
A white vehicle crashed into Bunny’s Buckets and Bubbles in Fells Point on Friday night, leaving behind some rubble and a hole in the wall.
For sale: One-of-a-kind luxurious home in Cockeysville
This stunning Laurelford home in Cockeysville has modern upgrades, a gourmet kitchen, private balcony and scenic landscaped grounds.
Maryland Senate District 46
See who's running for Maryland House of Delegates District 46. Read candidate profiles and their responses to The Banner's 2026 voter guide questionnaire.
2026 Voter Guide: Baltimore City
Less than 24 hours: How fatal shooting of a prominent Baltimore County lawyer unfolded
After Alexandra MacMeekin Ryan sought a protective order against her husband following allegations of domestic violence, authorities say her father, prominent Timonium attorney Robert MacMeekin, was fatally shot while trying to protect his daughter and grandchildren.
Sawmill Court in Phoenix, where a domestic dispute occurred Saturday afternoon.
The family businessman who spent his life sailing around Gibson Island
Bill Passano Jr., the former president of the medical printing and publishing companies Waverly Press and Williams & Wilkins, died May 6 of a respiratory infection. He was 97.
Bill Passano.
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