Between boon and boondoggle, the Purple Line winds toward completion
Years of delays and cost overruns have ballooned the cost of the Purple Line to an estimated $9.5 billion. Now, the massive transit project is winding toward completion.
Crews run dynamic testing of the Purple Line light rail vehicles at the New Carrollton station. The expanded testing schedule started in August.
Another vegan restaurant in Baltimore turns to meat to stay in business
Chihuahua Brothers, once a vegan taco business, has added meat options to its menu, a move its founder hopes will help the restaurant draw more diners.
The subterranean space had been vacant for 15 years, according to Chihuahua Brothers founder Kevyn Matthews.
How middle school farmers are helping feed their neighbors
Students at Loiederman broke ground on a one-acre campus farm in 2024, which now yields enough fresh produce for its own farmers’ market.
The farmer's market adjacent to the garden at Loiederman Middle School sells produce grown by students.
A heart attack changed her life. She hopes her story changes yours.
Women experience heart attacks differently than men and often dismiss the symptoms. “It’s a cautionary tale, frankly,” said my friend who had one at 44.
Expert predictions for Ravens vs. Lions: Which defense will step up in prime-time clash?
The Ravens will face the Lions in a "Monday Night Football" showdown. Here are game predictions from The Banner’s sports staff.
Baltimore Ravens linebacker Kyle Van Noy (50) sacks Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff (16) during the third quarter at M&T Bank Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 22, 2023.
Ravens vs. Lions: 5 things to watch, including the pass rush, Amon-Ra St. Brown and more
As the Ravens and Detroit prepare for a prime-time rematch on “Monday Night Football,” here’s what to watch in the teams’ Week 3 matchup.
Baltimore Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton (14) runs after Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown (14) during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions at M&T Bank Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 22, 2023.
With the loss of Blue Ribbon program, Maryland school leaders are on their own
To “return education to the states,” the U.S. Department of Education ended the national Blue Ribbon program. Maryland education leaders need to find a new way to honor their shining schools.
Students at St Joseph School celebrated their Blue Ribbon win with cheers, signs and confetti on September 23, 2024. U.S. Department of Education announced the 2024 National Blue Ribbon Schools, the highest honor the department doles out. Five local Catholic schools within the Archdiocese of Baltimore have been selected this year based on their outstanding academic performance on national and state assessments.
Baltimore-based Volo Kids Foundation celebrates 10 years of bringing free sports to kids
In the 15 years since its founding, Volo Sports has grown to be the largest provider of social sports in the nation. And the company’s nonprofit arm, launched in 2015, has grown too.
Volo Kids Foundation National Program Manager Jeffry Pabon, center, brings coaches and kids in for a cheer after a rousing game of flag football at the Volo Kids Foundation’s 10th-anniversary party at Club Volo Brewers Hill in Baltimore.
Marcus Mariota and a reconfigured Commanders offense run past the Raiders 41-24
In his first NFL start since 2022 with Atlanta, Mariota went 15-for-21 for 206 yards with a late touchdown through the air. He ran six times for 40 yards, including a 2-yard TD.
Jeremy McNichols of the Commanders scores a 60-yard, second-quarter touchdown against the Raiders on Sunday.
Commanders coach Dan Quinn bloodied in sideline collision with Marcus Mariota
Mariota dusted the coach off with a towel, but Quinn bled from cuts on the bridge of his nose.
Head coach Dan Quinn of the Commanders speaks to an official during the second quarter Sunday in Landover.
Kyle Bradish has another solid start, but Yankees beat Orioles in extras
Kyle Bradish struck out nine while allowing two hits, two walks and a run in six innings of the Orioles’ home finale Sunday.
Charlie Kirk’s friends praise the slain conservative activist’s faith at memorial
“Charlie looked at politics as an on-ramp to Jesus,” said the Rev. Rob McCoy, Kirk’s pastor.
Police ride around on horses outside before a memorial for conservative activist Charlie Kirk, Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025, at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Ariz.
Orioles to create new social patio, 2 club level bars at Camden Yards
The Orioles say the space under the scoreboard will hold up to 300 fans and the patio will be covered from the sun.
A rendering of the Scoreboard Social area.
Nate Wiggins searches for elusive concept of ‘consistency’ to aid in goal of being a shutdown cornerback
Everyone in the Ravens building seems to be in agreement — Wiggins is supremely talented.
Baltimore Ravens cornerback Nate Wiggins (2) catches a pass during the team’s training camp session at the Under Armour Performance Center in Owings Mills, Md. on Thursday, July 24, 2025.
Inside the not-so-secret society of Baltimore artists painting people’s faces
This is the 100 Heads Society, where friends and strangers dedicate their Monday evenings to honing their portraiture skills.
AUGUST 25, 2025 - Evelyn sits for a portrait with 100 Heads Society in August.
Don’t have Ravens tickets? Eat, drink and enjoy the game at these spots.
Here are the restaurants and bars to cheer on the Ravens when you can't make it to M&T Bank Stadium, according to food social media influencer Chris Franzoni.
Walking Dorito nachos piled high with toppings from Liv's Tavern in Federal Hill.
Princeton Sports alumni open new bike and ski shop in Baltimore County
Corey Adams and Gregory Doda, former employees of the beloved Princeton Sports in Baltimore County, have opened their own bike and ski shop — right behind the old store.
Corey Adams, left, and Gregory Doda work together inside their shop, Peak Bicycle and Ski, in Baltimore.
Tomoyuki Sugano again suffers from the long ball as Yankees power their way to win
The loss guarantees the Orioles will finish with a losing record for the first time since 2021.
Orioles pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano allowed four runs on two home runs in three innings of Saturday night’s 6-1 loss to the Yankees at Camden Yards.
Andrew Lastovka hits 2 field goals in under 2 minutes as Youngstown State beats Towson 31-28
Youngstown State came back from an 11-point fourth-quarter deficit to win at Towson.
Malik Washington makes successful Big Ten debut as Maryland throttles Wisconsin 27-10
Maryland (4-0, 1-0 Big Ten) has outscored its first four opponents 130-36 and has matched its win total from last season.
Maryland quarterback Malik Washington scores a 1-yard touchdown in the first quarter Saturday during the Terrapins’ 27-10 win at Wisconsin.
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