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.
Rare Ravens-Orioles doubleheader taking place Sunday
For the first time ever, the Ravens and Orioles will host regular season games on the same day in downtown Baltimore.
For the first time ever, the Ravens and Orioles will host regular season games on the same day in downtown Baltimore.
Kyle Goon: The Orioles were right to pick Pete Alonso as their star. He’s already one of us.
COLUMN | His production as a hitter and a solid-fielding first baseman is one thing. But Pete Alonso’s acceptance of being a face of the franchise and off-field philanthropist cements how right the Orioles were to sign him.
Orioles first base coach Jason Bourgeois (36) and first baseman Pete Alonso (25) confer at the end of the third inning against the Philadelphia Phillies on July 31.
Jon Meoli: Not many players singularly define an era of Orioles baseball. Trey Mancini did.
COLUMN | Trey Mancini really defined the era between the two defining eras of the last 15 years here — the Buck Showalter peak and the Hyde Peak — and the opportunities to celebrate that aren’t going to be frequent.
Trey Mancini is the rare Orioles who wasn't a part of anything special, but he was the only thing that was special about his time here. And that's worth celebrating.
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.
Fortress Dwellers Debut Performance and Interview at the 50th annual Maryland Renaissance Festival
Fortress Dwellers Debut Performance and Interview at the 50th annual Maryland Renaissance Festival
Fortress Dwellers Debut Performance and Interview at the 50th annual Maryland Renaissance Festival
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.
Hutzell: Rare painting offers a window into Revolutionary War Annapolis
COLUMN | If historians are correct, a lost work by James Peale has been found — a rare window into the unfolding revolution from one of the most famous names in early American art.
"The Burning of the Peggy Stewart" by James Peale has resurfaced, more than 175 years after it was last documented. Peale was living in Annapolis at the time of the Revolutionary act in 1775.
What’s stopping Marylanders from buying or selling their homes right now
Now Maryland residents are feeling squeezed by a market that’s straining them on all sides. Increased costs for home repairs, homeowners association fees, insurance and utility bills have made buyers and sellers warier — and able to afford less.
Pat and David Vorel have lived in their Ellicott City home for 34 years, and they say trading it for something smaller and more expensive doesn't make sense.
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