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Maryland reaches $4M settlement with developers blamed for Gunpowder River pollution
The settlement with one of the country's largest homebuilders comes four years after sediment downstream from the Ridgley's Reserve development in Harford County repeatedly clouded much of the Gunpowder River.
A railroad bridge crosses over brown, cloudy water in the Gunpowder River.
Maryland battered by storms with damaging winds, lightning and downed utility poles
A severe storm system packed a powerful punch across Maryland during Wednesday’s evening rush, snapping utility poles, delaying trains and triggering ground stops at major airports.
Rains splashes a car as a thunderstorm hits during a jiu jitsu lesson at Guardian Baltimore, a non-profit martial arts studio, in Baltimore, Md. on Thursday, July 31, 2025.
Back in Tampa area, Orioles first baseman Pete Alonso represents his old high school during Rays series
Alonso wore his old Plant High School baseball shirt, the one with his retired No. 20 on the back, before each Orioles game.
Orioles first baseman Pete Alonso runs the bases after hitting a home run in the sixth inning at Tropicana Field.
Andrew Friedson maintains million-dollar fundraising lead in closely watched Montgomery County executive race
Friedson had raised $2.2 million as of May 12, according to his campaign finance report.
Montgomery County Council member and county executive candidate Andrew Friedson at a community event in Potomac on March 8.
Late collapse leaves Orioles to suffer sweep vs. Rays
A four-run eighth inning against right-hander Anthony Nunez left the Orioles trudging back home.
Tampa Bay Rays' Richie Palacios, right, celebrates near Orioles first baseman Pete Alonso after his RBI single off pitcher Rico Garcia during the eighth inning.
‘Real Housewives of Potomac’ stars’ insurance fraud trial set for 2027
The joint trial for “Real Housewives of Potomac” stars Eddie and Wendy Osefo will take place Jan. 25-29, 2027, in Carroll County.
“Real Housewives of Potomac” stars Eddie and Wendy Osefo arrive at the Carroll County Circuit Court on Wednesday for a hearing on their indictment.
Key Bridge civil trial will proceed June 1 despite criminal charges, judge rules
A federal judge said he would not delay the civil case against the companies that own and operate the container ship that toppled the Francis Scott Key Bridge, finding Wednesday that new criminal charges don’t justify halting a long-awaited June 1 trial.
A federal judge said Wednesday he would not delay the civil case against the companies that own and operate the container ship that crashed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge in March 2024.
Brush fire near Amtrak rails in Philly causes delays in the Northeast
Amtrak operations partially reopened between Philadelphia and Trenton, New Jersey, after a brush fire halted service on Wednesday afternoon, causing delays of up to an hour, Amtrak said.
An Amtrak train arrives train going to Boston arrives at Penn Station on Monday, Jan. 29, 2024 in Baltimore, MD.
Taco killer: David Byrne makes pit stop at Clavel
Musician David Byrne treated his tour crew to Clavel after a show at the Hippodrome — “a huge deal for both my husband and I and all of the managers,” said restaurateur Lane Harlan.
Clavel's General Manager Siska Scherzer, and owner Lane Harlan pose for a photo with David Byrne after the artist treated his crew to a family-style dinner at the Remington eatery.
Prison recreation time without guards on the ground? Officers union sounds alarm.
The Maryland correctional officers union is criticizing plans to deal with staffing shortages by giving incarcerated people unsupervised recreation time, saying the move would place both prisoners and officers in danger.
Plans to deal with staffing shortages at Western Correctional Institution are being met with criticism by the Maryland correctional officers union.
Anne Arundel County sends 10,000 voters incorrect election booklet
About 10,000 registered voters in Anne Arundel County were sent the wrong informational practice ballot for the upcoming primaries, the county board of elections said Tuesday.
A mother discusses her ballot with her daughter as she votes in Howard County's General Election as seen at Oakland Mills High School in Columbia, MD on November 5th, 2024.
Prince George’s sheriff’s office spokesperson suspended following audit of her nonprofit
The sheriff’s office said it didn’t learn of the audit until May 18, the day The Banner reported its findings.
Taylor Thomas, a PIO for the Prince George's County Sheriff's office, also hosts PGSO “Behind the Badge,” a YouTube show on behalf of the office.
Long Fence can help make homeowners’ dreams a reality
A fenced in yard can provide your family with endless joy outside, allowing the kids and pets to roam safely, while also providing some privacy. For some families, fences also prevent a neighboring dog from running through your well-manicured garden. Additionally, fences can act as a blank canvas when landscaping, allowing you to arrange plants and flowers up against a fence to accentuate a certain part of your yard and draw attention to your hard work.
Maryland candidate who defended Capitol on Jan. 6 sues to block payouts
Two police officers who helped defend the U.S. Capitol from an attack by a mob of Trump supporters sued to block anyone from receiving payouts from a new $1.776 billion settlement fund for people who claim to be victims of politically motivated prosecutions.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said Tuesday he wouldn't rule out the possibility that those who carried out violence during the Jan. 6 riot.
Wes Moore has $70 to spend on reelection for every $1 any GOP candidate has
This year’s crop of Republican gubernatorial hopefuls are largely putting together low-dollar campaigns as they vie for a chance to go up against deep-pocketed incumbent Democratic Gov. Wes Moore.
MAY 8, 2025 - Ed Hale is running for Governor of Maryland in the 2026 election. He is the owner of the Baltimore Blast.
Orioles strike first but can’t get anything else going in loss to Rays
Taylor Ward’s leadoff home run marked the Orioles’ only score of the night. Right-hander Kyle Bradish and the pitching staff produced a strong performance, but they received little offensive support.
Tampa Bay Rays' Carson Williams, right, scores ahead of the throw to Baltimore Orioles catcher Samuel Basallo during the eighth inning.
Mets outfielder Nick Morabito’s major league debut in DC also serves as a homecoming
“It’s very special,” Morabito said. “I grew up coming to this park, so it’s a pretty surreal moment for me.”
New York Mets outfielder Nick Morabito poses for a photo in February.
Maryland’s rising auto insurance costs
The rising cost of vehicles, parts, and repairs, as well as the growing frequency and severity of accidents, have all played a role in driving up the cost of car insurance, nationwide. Combined with the higher costs of household essentials, affordability is a major concern.
Orioles slugger Pete Alonso continues to fine-tune his swing — with a sledgehammer
“If everything is synced up and you’re using it right, the swing will flow,” Alonso said.
Orioles first baseman Pete Alonso, shown on the MASN broadcast, holds his sledgehammer.
What’s new at the Eastern Shore beaches this summer
With summertime upon us, the beach calls. Here’s a look at whatÍs new in Ocean City, on Assateague Island and along the Delaware beaches.
Assateague Island includes a national seashore and a state park — one of Maryland’s top 4 visited state parks, with nearly 1.5 million campers and day-use visitors.
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