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Why extreme heat causes trains to slow down
When steel, the backbone of railroads, heats and expands, there’s a risk of buckling, where the track snaps out to the side. Trains cannot move when this happens.
An Amtrak train arrives train going to Boston arrives at Penn Station on Monday, Jan. 29, 2024 in Baltimore, MD.
Showers and thunderstorms possible as heat pins Baltimore region
The National Weather Service predicts a 30% chance of scattered showers and thunderstorms in the Baltimore area after 3 p.m. Wednesday — just ahead of the Orioles game.
The National Weather Service predicts a 30% chance of scattered showers and thunderstorms in the Baltimore area after 3 p.m. Wednesday.
Kyle Goon: NFL owners love saving money more than winning, and fans should be furious
A memo obtained by an investigative podcast shows the lengths NFL owners will collaborate to keep salaries down instead of competing. Lamar Jackson got caught in the crosshairs.
Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti and Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie have built consistently competitive teams. For too many other owners, that seems like an afterthought.
Baltimore DPW Director Khalil Zaied to become deputy mayor of operations
In his new role, Khalil Zaied will oversee several Baltimore agencies, including the Department of General Services, the Department of Transportation and more.
Baltimore City Hall is seen on Tuesday, Aug. 6, 2024 in Baltimore, MD.
Baltimore swelters as temps hit 105 degrees. Here’s when the heat dome ends.
The Baltimore region saw its second-hottest June temperature ever on Tuesday, according to the National Weather Service.
A strong ridge of high pressure has trapped very warm air over the Baltimore region for days in a phenomenon known as a heat dome.
Catonsville residents, officials raise alarm over plan to use armory for cannabis incubator
Maryland is moving full speed ahead with plans to turn the Catonsville armory into a state-run cannabis incubator to help small businesses.
The fiscal year 2026 budget signed into law by Gov. Wes Moore allocates money to develop the Catonsville armory into an incubator for up to 110 micro businesses that store or process marijuana into products like vapes or edibles.
Safety rules face stress test as Baltimore continues trash collection amid heat wave
As Baltimore swelters under extreme heat this week, the city is making adjustments to trash and recycling collection to keep workers safe, but said pickups will continue as scheduled.
Trash cans on North Chester Street are set out for pickup in the afternoon of Thursday, August 29, 2024.
Only half of kids under 5 in Baltimore can access early education, report says
Researchers say a child's zip code or their parents' income shouldn't determine their access to early childhood education. But in Baltimore, it often does.
A lack of affordable child care in Baltimore means parents can't get to work and kids may not be ready for kindergarten, according to a report released Wednesday.
A fragile ceasefire between Iran and Israel gives rise to hopes for a long-term peace
The fragile ceasefire between Israel and Iran appeared to be holding on Wednesday after a rocky start.
TEHRAN, IRAN - JUNE 19: Cleanup efforts are underway at a damaged building used by the Iranian Broadcasting Organisation, hit by Israeli missiles days earlier on June 16, during a press tour on June 19, 2025 in Tehran, Iran. Over recent days, Iran has been hit by a series of Israeli airstrikes targeting military and nuclear sites, as well as top military officials, prompting Iran to launch a counterattack.
Ryan O’Hearn would like a shot at the Home Run Derby, even if it’s a long shot
Ryan O’Hearn is a favorite to become a major league All-Star for the first time in his career.
Maryland social studies curriculum update reflects concerns about antisemitism
Maryland's rewrite was criticized at points for some of the initial changes and for leaving social studies teachers out of the process.
Maryland’s state board of education approved updates to social studies standards over concerns about growing antisemitism.
Seven things to do in Baltimore County, from outdoor concerts to blueberries
Here are seven things to do in Baltimore County for the week ending Wednesday July 2.
Guys in Ties, an 80s band, is playing at the Guinness Brewery Friday.
Trump pulled the plug on Maryland’s EV transition. What’s next?
Electric vehicle sales already lagged far below Maryland’s benchmarks, and so far the state isn’t fighting to preserve the policy, targeted by Republicans.
Teslas can be seen parked at the Tesla Dealership in Owings Mills, MD on Saturday, March 29, 2025.
Killing AC on idle days at Camden Yards can mean payday for state, relief for energy grid
The region’s grid saw its highest peak demand since 2011. Paying big Maryland users to power down is one way to relieve that strain.
Baltimore Orioles fans Terry and Devonia Alston celebrate an anniversary together by cooling off at a misting station during a game against the Texas Rangers at Orioles Park at Camden Yards in Baltimore, Md. on Monday, June 23, 2025.
The Dish: Charleston’s James Beard Award was both long overdue and right on time
It's probably going to be harder to get a table at Charleston after its James Beard Award win. But that's a good thing.
Chef Cindy Wolf, right, and wine director Lindsay Willey at the bar at Charleston in Harbor East.
How Derik Queen’s Baltimore upbringing shaped his path to the NBA
Derik Queen has captivated college recruiters and NBA scouts with deft footwork and court vision that belie his 6-foot-9, 245-pound frame.
University of Maryland basketball player Derik Queen takes part in pregame festivities ahead of the Baltimore Orioles’ home opening game against the Boston Red Sox in March.
10 wine recommendations from Charleston’s James Beard Award-winning sommelier
Charleston's Lindsay Willey, fresh off a James Beard win, has wine recommendations for every budget.
Charleston’s James Beard Award-winning wine director Lindsay Willey at Charleston, a New American restaurant on the water at the Inner Harbor on Tuesday, June 24, 2025.
Orioles blast their way to a late lead, then lose in 10th inning to Rangers
The Orioles' loss comes down to three plays that weren’t made at the plate.
Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager slides home safely as Baltimore Orioles catcher Gary Sánchez can’t hang onto the ball at home plate on Tuesday.
Baltimore border patrol officers seize 695 pounds of psychedelic drug bound for Harford County
Officers with U.S. Customs and Border Protection recovered three shipments of dimethyltryptamine that were transported from Mexico.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized 695 pounds of the psychedelic drug Dimethyltryptamine (DMT) on June 11, 2025, that was being shipped from Chiapas, Mexico to an address in Harford County, Md.
Diontae Johnson explains why he refused to enter game for Ravens: ‘Just wasn’t for me’
"I understand what you’re saying, but I’m not [going to] go in," Johnson said in an interview. "So I just sat on the bench, and that’s when they suspended me.”
Wide receiver Diontae Johnson works out before the Ravens' game against the Cincinnati Bengals on Nov. 7, 2024.
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