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As Baltimoreans start swimming in the harbor, water quality remains murky
A new report by Blue Water Baltimore found that water quality has declined somewhat in the harbor and its watershed since 2013.
Baltimore Banner Giacomo "Jack" Bologna jumps into the Baltimore Harbor alongside other participants as a part of the Waterfront Partnership's Harbor Splash 2024 event held on 6/23/24 in Baltimore, MD.
Meet the field of the 150th Preakness Stakes
Journalism is the favorite in a nine-horse field that will bring many of thoroughbred racing’s most famous trainers to Pimlico Race Course on Saturday.
Griffin Johnson, second from left, co-owner of Sandman, joins a toast at the conclusion of the Preakness 150 Post Position Draw.
The price of Preakness: a $500 million state infusion, a $5 million annual fee
Despite public subsidies, Maryland horse racing is furlongs away from its 20th century heyday.
Point Dume clinches a win during the Black-Eyed Susan races at Pimlico Race Course in 2024.
Tariffs and labor shortages threaten to crack Maryland’s crab industry
The few remaining crab processors across Maryland are facing sweeping tariffs and labor shortages in an already struggling seafood industry.
Crabpots stacked alongside a marina in Crisfield.
Letter: Gov. Moore, say no to reparations bill — and take bold action instead
Larry S. Gibson says Gov. Wes Moore should veto a bill to study and report on reparations, and should instead act with boldness and immediacy to address the consequences of slavery.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore at the Maryland State House last month.
Villains, promises and pageantry — what I learned from 6 Maryland county budgets
We’re deep into local budget season in Maryland, when decisions are made for spending nearly $28 billion on priorities and problems. Here’s what I learned by listening to hours of budget addresses this spring.
Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman waits to be introduced on May 1 for his State of the County address in Annapolis.
Ravens tackle Ronnie Stanley opens up about near-death experience, ankle injury that left him in tears
“I was in so much pain that I was crying for a good portion of the game,” Stanley said.
Offensive tackle Ronnie Stanley (79) watches from the sidelines during a preseason game against the Atlanta Falcons last August.
Derby runner-up Journalism is 8-5 favorite for Preakness
Derby winner Sovereignty, who outdueled Journalism to win the Run for the Roses by 1 1/2 lengths, is not making the trip to Baltimore for the final Preakness at historic Pimlico.
The Woodlawn Vase is awarded to the winner of each Preakness Stakes. This year’s 150th running of Preakness will be its last at the original “Old Hilltop.”
Howard County executive proposes additional $14.5 million to help schools close budget gap
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball filed emergency budget legislation Monday to provide up to $14.5 million in additional funding to the school system for the coming fiscal year.
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball at a town hall in March.
University of Maryland, Baltimore, will lay off employees, reduce salaries amid budget crisis
University of Maryland, Baltimore, President Bruce Jarrell warned of a “clear and present danger” in relation to layoffs.
University President Bruce Jarrell told the University System of Maryland Board of Regents Monday evening that the school will lay off 30 full-time staff and eliminate an additional 30 vacant positions.
Two firefighters hospitalized, one in critical condition, after downtown fire
One firefighter is in critical condition after a downtown fire, Baltimore City Fire Department officials said.
A Baltimore City firefighter on the scene of a fire in Downtown Baltimore on Sept. 22, 2024.
Baltimore ‘baby bonus’ advocates hit another roadblock
The Maryland Child Alliance is back to collecting signatures to create a fund for parents of newborns.
Advocates formed the Maryland Child Alliance to establish a fund for parents of newborns in Baltimore.
Prosecutors can’t introduce other bad acts at Severna Park Elementary teacher’s sex abuse trial
Anne Arundel County Circuit Judge Pamela K. Alban ruled that there could be scenarios at the trial of Matthew Schlegel in which the door is opened to that testimony.
The Anne Arundel County Courthouse is located on Church Circle in Annapolis. It is home to the Circuit Court, the Clerk of the Court, the State Attorney's Office and other agencies.
Baltimore Police fatally shoot man who fired at officers, authorities say
Police officials said Commissioner Richard Worley was on the scene of a police-involved shooting in the 4600 block of York Road in Baltimore.
Baltimore Police at the site of an officer-involved shooting at the 4600 block of York Road on Monday, May 12, 2025.
Baltimore’s Turnstile unleashes joyful chaos in the park — and raises $35k for a cause
In celebrating the band’s new album release, Turnstile put on a free concert at Baltimore’s Wyman Park Dell over the weekend to raise money for Health Care for the Homeless.
Turnstile performs a free benefit concert at Wyman Park Dell  in Baltimore, MD on May 10, 2025 to raise donations for Health Care for the Homeless.
Baltimore’s top YIMBYs want to erase zoning rules blocking more housing
A package of five bills will attempt to make it easier to build and redevelop Baltimore City properties.
Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott holds a press conference announcing the Housing Options and Opportunity Act at City Hall on Monday.
As Pat Spencer scraps in the NBA playoffs, his old Loyola lacrosse teammates are loving every minute
The Maryland native and former Tewaaraton Award-winner at Loyola is now tearing up the hardwood in the NBA playoffs for the Golden State Warriors. Former Greyhounds who shared the field with him are enthralled, but not surprised.
Golden State Warriors guard Pat Spencer (61) drives past Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason (17) during the second half of Game 5 of an NBA basketball first-round playoff series.
Trump hush money trial lawyer named acting librarian of Congress, replacing Carla Hayden
Blanche replaces Carla Hayden, the longtime librarian whom the White House fired last week amid criticism from some conservatives that she was advancing a “woke” agenda.
Blanche replaces Carla Hayden, the longtime librarian whom the White House fired last week.
Expect traffic as roadwork begins on Jones Falls Expressway
Drivers, especially motorcyclists, should be aware of uneven pavement while the project continues.
The northbound view of I-83, from the 41st Street bridge. Post-mounted speed cameras monitor traffic in both directions at this location.
US and China take a step back from sky-high tariffs, agree to pause for 90 days
U.S. and Chinese officials said they had called a 90-day truce in their trade war for more talks on resolving trade disputes.
WASHINGTON, DC - APRIL 02: U.S. President Donald Trump speaks during a “Make America Wealthy Again” trade announcement event in the Rose Garden at the White House on April 2, 2025 in Washington, DC. Touting the event as “Liberation Day”, Trump announced additional tariffs targeting goods imported to the U.S. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)
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