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What we know about the investigations into the Minneapolis shooting death of Alex Pretti
The fatal shooting of a Minneapolis man has prompted calls for a thorough independent investigation into the second death at the hands of ICE officers since the Trump administration began its large-scale operation in the city late last year.
A photo of 37-year-old Alex Pretti, who was fatally shot by a U.S. Border Patrol officer over the weekend, is displayed at the shooting scene Monday, Jan. 26, 2026, in Minneapolis.
A broken eye socket and frostbite, but no storm surge for Maryland ERs so far
Maryland hospitals have treated some more snowstorm-related patients, but it's not been overwhelming so far, officials say. They are, however, ready for ice to send more their way.
A "care cart" with goodies is making the rounds for staff at Sinai Hospital in Baltimore.
As Maryland digs out of a snowstorm, another could be on the way
The Baltimore area registered about 11 inches of combined snow and sleet from the weekend’s snowstorm.
Stephen Suprik clears the snow around his car in Dundalk on Monday.
Officials urge caution on roads as icy conditions persist
Sporadic sunshine could melt snow and ice on some patches of roadway, but wet areas are likely to refreeze in the Baltimore area, officials warn.
People walk on Greenmont Avenue as recovery efforts are underway following Sunday’s snowstorm. While some of the city streets are passable, most sidewalks are not.
List: Winter storm school closings and delays for Tuesday
As crews clear snow, several school systems across Maryland will be closed or delayed on Tuesday.
Several school systems across Maryland will be closed or delayed on Tuesday.
Getting at the crux of societal change: University of Maryland School of Social Work prepares students for macro social work
The University of Maryland School of Social Work’s (UMSSW) Leadership, Policy and Social Change (LPSC) concentration (formerly referred to as Macro) equips social work students with education and real-world practicum experience to address society’s most complex issues through policy advocacy, organizational leadership and community organizing. Nationally, one in six people are helped by a social worker.
Curio Wellness CEO Michael Bronfein was an ‘anchor’ in Baltimore’s business world
Michael Bronfein, a serial entrepreneur and political fundraiser who co-founded the cannabis company Curio Wellness, died last Wednesday in Florida. He was 70.
Matthew Swinburne, left, listens, as Michael Bronfein discusses cannabis at Impact Maryland, a thought leadership conference hosted by The Baltimore Banner Tuesday, Oct.10, 2023 in Baltimore.
Live updates: Progressive coalition pushes Senate on redistricting
Key House and Senate committees will get a breakdown of Wes Moore’s budget proposal.
The long journey home made a little longer by ice and snow
At Penn Station and BWI, travelers dealt with delays and cancellations of planes, trains and buses amid Winter Storm Fern. Not everyone minded.
Travelers wait to board their Amtrak train at Penn Station in Baltimore on Monday.
After the snow comes the next challenge for schools — extreme cold
As Maryland schools are clearing out from the winter snow storm, officials are trying to prepare for the next weather event: extreme cold.
Lockers in a hallway inside of Oakland Mills High School in Columbia, Md. on Wednesday, April 9, 2025.
BGE dodged major outages in the storm. But it’s not over yet.
The lights went out for around 1 million Americans during this year’s winter storm. But Marylanders made up fewer than 300 of those who experienced power outages.
Marylanders made up fewer than 300 of those who experienced power outages this weekend.
Watch: Superintendent’s snow day rap gets clicks and a few clucks
Somewhere at the intersection of creative and cringe lies Superintendent Thomas Taylor’s rap video announcing an MCPS snow day.
MCPS Superintendent Thomas Taylor becomes Super Snowy/Doctor T when he decides to close schools.
Hey, Maryland, send us your best snow photos
Three side-by-side photos during a snowfall: two adults smiling and posing on a snowy city street; two young children in winter coats holding hands while walking through deep snow; and a brown dog with snow on its nose and face, eyes closed, standing in the snow.
30 people dead from effects of winter storm as more freezing cold pummels US
Authorities reported at least 18 weather-related deaths.
Businesses on Market Street working to get sidewalks cleared as the afternoon sleet adds to the snow in Frederick City, Jan. 25, 2026.
How Jesse Minter can unlock the Ravens defense | Banner Ravens Podcast
Baltimore's defense finished 18th in points per game allowed in 2025.
Jon Meoli: The Orioles have done plenty this winter. Why does it feel like another starter is so important?
The Orioles have accomplished a lot in the offseason, but still they fill one starting pitcher light.
Framber Valdez remains available as a free agent after the Orioles lost out on Ranger Suárez.
When it’s too cold to play outside, bring the snow in
These are the snow days that try parents’ souls. But even when you’re working from home, it’s easy to weave in a few fun hands-on activities that make a snow day feel special and memorable.
Fill a shallow plastic bin or baking dish with snow, bring it inside and let kids take their favorite toys into a miniature winter wonderland. Paw Patrol snow rescue. Dinosaurs tromping through the snow. Barbie dolls building a snowman.
Can Moore, Ferguson keep a working relationship under redistricting pressure?
Behind the scenes things are becoming tense as the two Democratic leaders continue to disagree whether Maryland should redraw its congressional maps to more heavily favor Democrats.
Senate President Bill Ferguson and Maryland Governor Wes Moore sign one of many bills the day after the end of the 447th session of the Maryland General Assembly on April 8, 2025.
Snowstorm means extra cruise day for Carnival Pride passengers
Carnival Pride, one of the Port of Baltimore’s two regular cruise ships, was scheduled to dock Sunday, unloading suntanned passengers and picking up new ones headed south. But the winter weather disrupted those plans and the ship is scheduled to dock at noon Monday.
The Carnival Pride cruise ship arrives at PortMiami, Tuesday, April 7, 2020, in Miami.
How much snow did Maryland get? Snow totals from the weekend storm.
Baltimore saw the largest snowfall in years over the weekend, according to the National Weather Service.
Chase Kneip sleds at the Navy Stadium in Annapolis on Sunday. Some places in Maryland saw more than 10 inches of snow from the winter storm, according to totals from the National Weather Service.
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