The ‘Highway to Nowhere’ features in new documentary on racial legacy of U.S. highways
The “Highway to Nowhere” and the legacy of racism that put freeways in predominantly Black neighborhoods in U.S. cities showcases in the new documentary film “Interstate.”
The 1.39-mile section of US 40 in West Baltimore is known as the "Highway to Nowhere" because it was never connected to any other major highway as originally planned.
The Orioles believe in Tyler O’Neill’s ability to produce. There’s still one issue.
When the Orioles signed O’Neill to a three-year, $49.5 million contract, the injury history was an immediate concern. And it immediately reared its head.
Baltimore Orioles outfielder Tyler O'Neill (9) connects with a pitch during the team’s home opening game against the Boston Red Sox at Oriole Park at Camden Yards in Baltimore, Md. on Monday, March 31, 2025.
Letter: Sun owner David Smith bends knee to Trump, thwarts freedom of speech
Todd Kazlow of Towson writes that Sinclair Executive Chairman and Baltimore Sun owner David Smith bent the knee to President Trump and trampled the First Amendment right to free speech when he canceled the Jimmy Kimmel show.
David Smith, owner of the Baltimore Sun, last year.
Maryland House speaker says ‘now is the time’ to take up redistricting
“Now is the time to have conversations about redistricting in Maryland,” Adrienne A. Jones told The Banner. “He has a ready and an eager and a willing partner in me.”
House Speaker Adrienne A. Jones listens as Gov. Wes Moore announces new juvenile justice legislation in the Maryland State House lobby on January 31, 2024.
As the federal shutdown stretches on, let’s say thank you to civil servants
Before the president and his party continue their wanton disassembly of the federal workforce, it’s a good moment to appreciate what we’re about to lose.
Julie Reed took a buyout from her job at NASA. She doesn't think people have appreciated federal employees' devotion to public service since at least President Ronald Reagan's days.
It’s payday. Baltimore County teachers are worried about their checks.
A bumpy transition to a new payroll system has Baltimore County Public Schools staff on edge.
Teacher pointing at paper on the floor with students.
Birds and bird-watchers are transforming this Rockville park
The documentary “Bird Walk” shows how RedGate Park, formerly a golf course, is being preserved from commercial development by residents, including bird enthusiasts.
Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025 — Local filmmaker Cintia Cabib walks around RedGate Park looking for birds. She has a new documentary, "Bird Walk," in which she chronicles birders and their finds as they roam the 131-acre, former golf course.
There’s a ghost town buried under Loch Raven
Warren was once a bustling mill town, but it was flooded more than a century ago to enlarge the Loch Raven Reservoir. Now just a few remnants of the town haunt the surrounding woods.
Just over a century ago, more than 900 people lived in a bustling mill town known as Warren.
What to do if you’re affected by the government shutdown
A roundup of resources available to furloughed workers and others affected by the government shutdown.
Rep. April McClain Delaney, center, along with other local, state and federal officials, is offering support for federal workers who have been affected by the government shutdown.
Expert predictions for Ravens vs. Texans: Can John Harbaugh keep heat off with a win?
The Ravens will face the Houston Texans at 1 p.m. Sunday in Baltimore. Here are game predictions from The Banner’s sports staff.
Ravens running Derrick Henry scores a touchdown against the Texans last season. Henry finished a 31-2 win with 147 yards on 27 carries.
Ocean City catches a festival wave that extends peak season into fall
Two music festivals, Oceans Calling and Country Calling, generated $376.3 million for the Ocean City economy last year. Businesses have a mixed experience with the throngs of festival-goers.
The crowd at the Oceans Calling festival on its first night this year.
For sale: Luxurious estate with beautiful grounds in Potomac
This luxury home in Potomac boasts more than 8,000 square feet, seven bedrooms, six full bathrooms and two half bathrooms.
Trump administration cuts nearly $8B in clean energy projects in 16 states, including Maryland
The Trump administration is cancelling $7.6 billion in grants that supported hundreds of clean energy projects in 16 states, all of which voted for Democrat Kamala Harris in last year’s presidential election.
Russell Vought, Office of Management and Budget director, listens as he addresses members of the media outside the West Wing at the White House in Washington, Monday, Sept. 29, 2025, in Washington.
Councilman Mark Conway files to challenge U.S. Rep. Kweisi Mfume
Mark Conway is challenging Kweisi Mfume. In a heavily Democratic district that includes most of Baltimore and portions of the county, the winner of the primary election is all but guaranteed to win the general.
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 — Councilman Mark Conway asks questions during a hearing on the opioid crisis at City Hall.
Jane Goodall leaves her mark on Marylanders — from a permanent tattoo to a lasting legacy
While the British scientist was a global icon, Jane Goodall occasionally visited Maryland, under varying circumstances.
Jane Goodall speaks at The Lyric in Baltimore for "An Afternoon with Jane Goodall" in March 2025.
Maryland, Constellation reach $341M deal over pollution through Conowingo Dam
The Conowingo Dam would power Maryland homes and businesses under a new deal that requires Constellation Energy to spend millions to limit pollution.
Maryland Governor Wes Moore and Constellation Energy CEO Joe Dominguez during the announcement of an agreement with Constellation Energy to fund and implement operational improvements and environmental projects at the Conowingo Dam.
Navy-Air Force football game is still on in Annapolis despite government shutdown
The Navy-Air Force football game will go on as planned in Annapolis on Saturday, but that doesn’t mean the athletic departments at the service academies are unaffected by the government shutdown.
FILE - A Midshipmen is seen wearing a pin that says 'Beat Air Force Go Navy' before an NCAA college football game, Oct. 21, 2023, in Annapolis. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams, file)
Ravens offensive coordinator Todd Monken responds to John Harbaugh’s criticism from Chiefs loss
Monken said he was well aware of how Harbaugh felt. And he took ownership of how the game went.
Thursday, July 31, 2025 — Baltimore Ravens offensive coordinator Todd Monken takes questions from reporters following practice at Ravens training camp.
Howard County school bus drivers could strike
Zūm School Bus Services drivers, who handle roughly a third of the Howard County Public School System’s routes, authorized a strike Thursday.
Zum, a California based tech company, will handle 230 of Howard County Public School's roughly 500 school bus routes for the next three years.
Ravens’ Lamar Jackson missing again at practice; Kyle Hamilton also sidelined
Hamilton, who played every defensive snap Sunday in the Ravens’ blowout loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, was a limited participant in Wednesday’s practice because of a groin injury.
The Ravens have won just four of 14 games that Lamar Jackson has not started since 2019.
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