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Metachromatic leukodystrophy and Duchenne’s added to federal newborn screening recommendations
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. signed a mandate Tuesday adding metachromatic leukodystrophy (MLD) and Duchenne muscular dystrophy to the Recommended Uniform Screening Panel.
At the Federal Health and Human Services press conference in Washington, DC, United States Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. signs the mandate surrounded by children with MLD/ DMD and their families and advocates.
1 killed, 4 injured in Northeast Baltimore shooting
Police said a shooting in Northeast Baltimore left one woman dead and four people injured on Monday evening.
A Baltimore Police vehicle is seen in Fells Point on April 14, 2024.
These are the high school basketball players in Montgomery County you need to watch
Baba Oladotun has raised the bar for basketball in the county. Who might follow him?
Blake High School basketball star Baba Oladotun committed to the University of Maryland’s Terps in November.
Trump expands travel ban, adding 5 more countries and imposing new limits on others
The Trump administration is expanding its travel ban to include five more countries and impose new limits on others.
President Donald Trump speaks during a Mexican Border Defense Medal presentation in the Oval Office of the White House, Monday, Dec. 15, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
Joseline Peña-Melnyk is elected Maryland House speaker
Del. Joseline Peña-Melnyk was elected speaker of the Maryland House of Delegates.
Speaker of the House Joseline Peña-Melnyk addresses the chamber after being sworn in.
What to know about the search for the Brown University shooting suspect
With the Brown University shooter still on the loose Tuesday, police fanned out to Providence schools to reassure parents, kids and teachers as investigators pushed for new evidence that might help them crack the case.
This combo image made with photos provided by the FBI and the Providence, Rhode Island, Police Department shows a person of interest in the shooting that occurred at Brown University in Providence, R.I., Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025. (FBI/Providence Police Department via AP)
Outgoing Inspector General Kelly Madigan implores Baltimore County to strengthen IG office
Inspector General Kelly Madigan said goodbye to the Baltimore County Council with one wish. Well, actually three.
Outgoing Baltimore County Inspector General Lisa Madigan encouraged Baltimore County Councilmen to strengthen the inspector general's office and ensure reports are accessible under Maryland public records law.
Baltimore County librarians urge council to save their jobs
Advocates for the 14 part-time Baltimore County Public Library librarians who were fired — then quickly reinstated — weeks before Thanksgiving are asking the Baltimore County Council for a more permanent reprieve.
Librarians, including many of the suddenly fired fourteen library employees, and concerned community members attend an emergency meeting to address and air their grievences on November 18, 2025 at the Towson Library.
Dalya Attar’s attorney: Feds don’t have sex tape at center of blackmail case
Dalya Attar’s attorney is seeking to have extortion charges dismissed.
Maryland state Sen. Dalya Attar leaves the Edward A. Garmatz U.S. Courthouse after pleading not guilty in federal court last month.
Annapolis wants mediation to settle long-running housing discrimination lawsuits
The City of Annapolis and plaintiffs in two federal housing discrimination cases are moving toward settlement negotiations, according to court filings from Friday.
Flags outside Annapolis City Hall at 160 Duke of Gloucester Street on Oct. 22, 2025.
The Ravens’ newest rehab tool is a $160,000 chamber: ‘I wish I could have it in my house’
“I think it’s a credit to [owner Steve] Bisciotti and everyone here getting that here,” Ravens fullback Patrick Ricard said of the team's Ammortal Chamber.
The Ravens added an Ammortal Chamber to their training room during the offseason, and some players have become advocates.
Anne Arundel council approves watered-down transportation bill
The Anne Arundel County Council on Monday narrowly passed a watered-down transportation bill that was a hallmark of County Executive Steuart Pittman’s administration.
The Anne Arundel County Council passed a bill updating requirements for transportation infrastructure for new developments, like the large new development planned near a Glen Burnie neighborhood.
Timeline: The deportation saga of Kilmar Ábrego García
Here’s a timeline of what we know about Kilmar Ábrego García and key events in his legal battle with the Trump administration.
Kilmar Ábrego García listens to speakers at a rally on his behalf outside the George H. Fallon Federal Building in downtown Baltimore after being released from detention in Pennsylvania.
How Valley View Farms saved Christmas from Trump’s tariffs
Tariffs have hit holiday retailers hard. But a longstanding Cockeysville business kept the economic climate from ruining Christmas.
Alice Leach, 3, of Pasadena reacts to a holiday display while shopping with her family at Valley View Farms in Cockeysville.
Forget those old classics, listen to some local Christmas songs this year
There’ll always be time for Mariah Carey and Michael Bublé, The Jackson 5 and Tex Ritter. They’re everlasting. But your December playlist isn't complete until you add local Christmas music.
Mighty Mark and Eze Jackson have put out their first Christmas album, "Baltimore for the Holidays."
Damascus native Mindy Miller’s journey on ‘The Voice’ comes to an end
Mindy Miller, a Nashville-based country singer/songwriter who got her musical start at small venues in Damascus and around Montgomery County, previously told The Banner she was ‘on the edge of [her] seat’ to find out her fate on "The Voice."
Country singer and songwriter Mindy Miller
Can the Ravens still make the playoffs? It’s possible, but it won’t be easy.
Here's how the Ravens can still make playoffs.
Baltimore Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton (14), top, congratulates Baltimore Ravens cornerback Marlon Humphrey (44), right, after defending a pass in the end zone during an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals.
State-preferred Bay Bridge replacement would nearly double capacity over the Chesapeake
The spans that one day could replace the Chesapeake Bay Bridge would likely each have four lanes, nearly doubling the road capacity on one of the state’s most recognizable crossings under a proposal to be voted in Thursday.
The state is considering replacing the Chesapeake Bay Bridge.
Baltimore County Councilman Izzy Patoka proposes immigrant protections in new legislation
The bills would establish an Office of Immigrant Affairs and prohibit discrimination.
Councilman Izzy Patoka announces his intention to propose legislation to block ICE activity in Baltimore County during a rally on Nov. 5.
Baltimore County Council approves biggest ever tax credit for port project
The Baltimore County Council unanimously approved a 50-year tax credit for a massive port project on Sparrows Point. The new container terminal is expected to break ground early next year.
Councilmember Todd Crandell, left, speaks about the success of Tradepoint Atlantic during a Baltimore County Council meeting on Monday where they unanimously approved a 50-year tax credit for a massive port project at Sparrows Point.
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