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Two historic Catholic churches in Baltimore are merging. Parishioners are holding their breath.
Two of Baltimore’s oldest Catholic churches, St. Vincent de Paul and St. Leo, are set to merge Tuesday. A lot of questions remain for parishioners.
Monsignor Nicholas Amato, temporary pastoral administrator for St. Leo the Great Roman Catholic Church, closes the church doors before delivering Mass this month.
Severe storms forecast through Tuesday, then sunny and mild Fourth of July
Isolated to widely scattered thunderstorms are possible this afternoon and into the early evening.
A bolt of lightning is seen as an afternoon thunderstorm rolls over eastern Baltimore County, Sunday, June 29, 2025.
Pedestrian killed in hit-and-run on I-95 in Harford County
A 33-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run crash on Interstate 95 north of Baltimore early Sunday, according to Maryland State Police.
The Maryland State Police logo.
What’s in Trump’s big bill before Senate: Tax breaks, money for deportations and deep cuts to Medicaid
Senate Republicans voting in a dramatic late Saturday session narrowly cleared a key procedural step.
WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 04: U.S. President Donald Trump addresses a joint session of Congress at the U.S. Capitol on March 04, 2025 in Washington, DC. Vice President JD Vance and Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-LA) applaud behind him. President Trump was expected to address Congress on his early achievements of his presidency and his upcoming legislative agenda.
BGE investigates cause of Saturday’s underground fire in downtown Baltimore
A fire that sparked underground in downtown Baltimore on Saturday is under investigation.
Truck 55 sits in the Baltimore City Fire Department station in Pigtown on Thursday, June 29, 2023.
The saucy, smoky, slow-cooked stars of Maryland barbecue
In the mood for brisket, pulled pork or great sides? These Maryland barbecue joints are set to satisfy, according to food social media influencer Chris Franzoni.
Wagyu beef rib and sides from 2Fifty BBQ in Riverdale Park.
How a former prison inmate painted himself a second chance at life
Waymond Harrison began painting during his time as an inmate at the Maryland Correctional Institution in Jessup. It was a choice that led him on a new life path.
Waymond Harrison in his studio with his paintings, some of which are still in progress.
New laws that kick in July 1: Boosting the number of teachers, opioid treatment oversight and more
Dozens of bills passed by Maryland lawmakers earlier this year will become law come July 1.
An American flag is caught on top of a lamppost in front of the Maryland State House dome in Annapolis, Md. on Thursday, May 15, 2025.
How a Camden Yards performance shined a light on George Dennehy’s inspiring life
George Dennehy was nervous as he stepped on the turf at Camden Yards. He was invited to play the national anthem for the 18,630 fans attending an Orioles game on a recent June night.
George Dennehy was nervous as he stepped on the turf at Camden Yards.
He was invited to play the national anthem for the 18,630 fans attending a recent Orioles game on June 11, 2025. He had played at similar-sized venues and sang the national anthem before, but he still felt pressure.
Letter: Catonsville armory development process needed early community input
Baltimore County Councilman Izzy Patoka says the development of the Catonsville armory as a cannabis incubator was backwards, and that community engagement should come before plans are in place.
Maryland is planning to convert the Catonsville Armory into a state-run cannabis incubator. It is pictured here on June 20, 2025.
Orioles can’t get anything right in 11-3 loss to Rays
The Rays beat the Orioles 11-3, putting to bed Friday’s 14-run loss. Meanwhile, Baltimore’s performance was borderline nightmarish in a game in which nothing went right.
Chandler Simpson of the Rays steals second base in the first inning as the throw gets away from Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson.
Zach Eflin exits Orioles’ game after one inning with injury
Eflin allowed four runs in the opening inning before giving way to Scott Blewett.
Zach Eflin allowed four runs in the first inning Saturday at Camden Yards before leaving the game with lower back tightness.
Gavin Knupp’s family files lawsuit in his hit-and-run death against Tyler Mailloux and others
The family of Gavin Knupp, a 14-year-old killed in a hit-and-run accident in 2022, has filed a civil suit against several named co-defendants, including Tyler Mailloux, two of his family members and his former employer.
Tyler Mailloux, 23, leaves Worchester County Courthouse in Snow Hill, MD on August 18, 2023. Mailloux was charged with 17 counts in the deadly hit-and-run of 14-year-old Gavin Knupp, who was struck on a road outside Ocean City on July 11, 2022.
Fallston’s Charlie Cerrato finally selected in NHL Draft
Charlie Cerrato was passed over the last two years but expects to hear his name called Saturday.
Charlie Cerrato helped propel Penn State to its first Frozen Four — and, he hopes, finally convinced an NHL team to select him in the draft. (Photo courtesy of Penn State)
Maryland swelters again: Heat, humidity and fireworks ahead
Strong to severe thunderstorms will break the heat Tuesday bringing us some spectacular weather for the 4th of July. 
Dozens of people were seen enjoying the cool water at Druid Hill Park Swimming Pool in Baltimore, MD on June 23, 2025.
Maryland among states with child death in hot car as rising summer heat increases dangers
So far this year, nine children have died after being left unattended in vehicles.
Outside temperature is displayed in comparison to the inside temperature of a vehicle on Thursday June 26, 2025 in Belle Glade, Fla. during an event to raise awareness about the dangers of leaving children unattended in vehicles. (AP Photo/Cody Jackson)
After a fire at Jimmy’s Famous Seafood’s TailGOAT venue, O.A.R. concert will go on
After a fire at Jimmy’s Famous Seafood’s TailGOAT venue in South Baltimore, a homecoming concert for O.A.R. will go on as planned on Saturday night.
The Baltimore City Fire Department extinguishes a fire on Friday night at 1300 Russell St., where Jimmy’s Famous Seafood’s TailGOAT venue is located.
Annapolis 12-year-old heads to Vegas to fight in national martial arts championship
Mason Des Jardins, a 12-year-old from Annapolis, will be the among the fighters competing in a national Brazilian jujitsu competition in Las Vegas this weekend.
Mason Des Jardins (center) with his father, Paul Des Jardins, (left) and his coach, Guilherme Neves, (right) at the 2025 IBJJF New Jersey Spring Kids International Open in Secaucus, New Jersey. Photo courtesy of Paul Des Jardins
A Baltimore rec center is using TikTok but not how you think
“It’s our way of meeting them where they are at and allowing them to be themselves,” Baltimore's Farring Baybrook Rec Center Director Bertha Mae Coleman said.
From left, Kennedy Young, Jakyra Herring, and Brailyn Knight pose for a photo under the decorations at a TikTok party at the Farring Baybrook Recreation Center on June 13, 2025.
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