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Women in legislatures across the US fight for ‘potty parity’
The issue of potty parity may seem comic, but its impact runs deeper than uncomfortably full bladders, said Kathryn Anthony, professor emerita at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign’s School of Architecture.
The women's restroom in the House chamber's hallway at the state Capitol on Monday, July 21, 2025, in Denver.
Baltimore braces for sweltering weekend heat with severe storms expected
Marylanders are heading into another sweltering, stormy weekend as dangerous heat and humidity continue to grip the region, as a Code Red Extreme Heat alert remains in effect for Baltimore.
With temperatures climbing into the 90s and humidity soaring this weekend, the risk of heat-related illness is rising — especially for vulnerable residents spending time outdoors this weekend.
Lightning struck your house? Here’s what to do
In 2024, there were at least 55,500 claims filed for damage caused by lightning, according to State Farm and the Insurance Information Institute.
Late May to July are the most active months for severe thunderstorms.
First the shoes went back on. Now, at US airport security, more liquid in carry-ons may be at hand
Travelers giddy about being able to keep their shoes on while walking through TSA checkpoints at the airport again may have something else to look forward to: changes to how much liquid they can carry.
FILE - Shoes and small liquid containers are placed in bins to be screened by TSA Supervisor Jennifer Haslip at Washington's Ronald Reagan National Airport, June 27, 2008.
We tried 7 Old Bay-flavored snacks. Here are the best.
Maryland takes Old Bay serious. So we tried these Old Bay-flavored snacks and decided these were the best.
Maryland camps contemplate safety after deadly Texas flood
The deadly flooding in Texas sent shockwaves through the summer camp community, prompting Maryland camp leaders and parents to reevaluate how prepared they are for severe weather.
An officer prays with a family as they pick up items at Camp Mystic in Hunt, Texas on Wednesday, July 9, 2025. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
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Lightning forces fans to leave their seats, but the Orioles and Rockies play on
Colorado overcame 4 Baltimore home runs in 6-5 victory.
Orioles outfielder Cedric Mullins stands at first base in the rain during Friday’s game against the Colorado Rockies.
9-year-old dies after playing in wave pool at Hersheypark
A 9-year-old died Thursday night after being rescued while playing in the wave pool at Hersheypark, according to park officials.
Hershey, PA, USA - September 4, 2020: Visitors stand in line at the entrance of Hersheypark, a popular attraction in Chocolatetown USA.
Ravens training camp highlights: Tyler Loop stays perfect, and Nate Wiggins gets his revenge
Here’s a look at the highlights from the Ravens’ third day of training camp in Owings Mills.
Baltimore Ravens cornerback Nate Wiggins (2) catches a pass during the team’s training camp session at the Under Armour Performance Center in Owings Mills, Md. on Thursday, July 24, 2025.
Baltimore post office renamed in honor of Elijah E. Cummings
A post office in Baltimore City was renamed in honor of the late Rep. Elijah E. Cummings.
Rep. Elijah Cummings, D-Md., speaks during a luncheon at the National Press Club in Washington, Wednesday, Aug. 7, 2019.
McLaren revs up in Baltimore with new Tradepoint Atlantic facility
McLaren’s “high-performance luxury supercars” are manufactured in England, but workers in Dundalk will soon apply finishing touches at a McLaren-specific facility at Tradepoint Atlantic.
Khalid Khan of Virginia films a pair of supercars on display at the ceremonial groundbreaking for a McLaren vehicle processing center at Tradepoint Atlantic.
Baltimore man among 10 freed in prisoner swap with Venezuela
A longtime Baltimore media producer, Erick Oribio Quintana, was among 10 U.S. citizens and legal permanent residents freed in a recent prisoner swap with Venezuela.
Erick Oribio Quintana, founder of Baltimore-based Latin Opinion and a dual U.S.-Venezuelan citizen, was freed last Friday in a prisoner swap brokered by the Trump Administration and El Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele with Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. He's pictured here on Feb. 12, 2020, in a Canton co-working space.
Orioles deal lefty reliever Gregory Soto to Mets for 2 pitching prospects
Per a source, the Orioles will receive right-handers Wellington Aracena and Cameron Foster.
Gregory Soto, 30, posted a 3.96 ERA in 36 1/3 innings for the Orioles.
Can’t travel this summer? These Restaurant Week spots will whisk you away.
Stopping by during Baltimore Restaurant Week will save you around 20% off regular prices at these memorable eateries.
A plate of short rib freekeh is garnished at Ammoora.
Anne Arundel County pastor, former teacher arrested on child sex abuse charges
A pastor and former teacher at a Christian school was arrested Friday and charged with child sex abuse after claims were made by five students, Anne Arundel County Police said.
An Anne Arundel County Police vehicle.
Education Department says it will release billions in remaining withheld grant money for schools
President Donald Trump’s administration had withheld more than $6 billion in funding on July 1, as part of a review to ensure spending aligned with the White House’s priorities.
Linda McMahon, President Donald Trump's nominee for Secretary of Education, attends a hearing of the Health, Education, and Labor Committee on her nomination.
Johns Hopkins University Press will license its authors’ books to train AI models
Authors at the Johns Hopkins University Press will be able to opt out of the AI licensing agreement until the end of August; if they do not, their work will be used to train AI models.
Gilman Hall is seen on the Johns Hopkins University Homewood campus.
Maryland pastor arrested by ICE has been transferred to Louisiana, family says
Daniel Fuentes Espinal, who had been living in the U.S. since arriving in 2001 from his native Honduras, was apprehended by ICE agents in Maryland. He is now in a Louisiana detention center.
Pastor Daniel Fuentes Espinal, 54, who was arrested by ICE Monday morning in Easton. Espinal leads a congregation of 70 at Iglesia del Nazareno Jesus Te Ama (Church of the Nazarene Jesus Loves You).
Dangerous heat, severe storm risk across Maryland into weekend
A combination of extreme heat and scattered strong storms will create disruptive and at times dangerous weather conditions.
Baltimore City has issued a Code Red Extreme Heat Alert, with dangerous heat expected across Maryland through Tuesday, July 29.
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