MoCo’s first LGBTQIA+ center just opened. Advocates say it’s more important now than ever.
The MoCo Pride Center opens as the Trump administration tries to roll back protections for queer people.
A sign at the door of the MoCo Pride Center’s new physical space, which opened in Bethesda on Aug. 30.
Montgomery County residents want more leadership on housing, Banner poll suggests
In a poll commissioned by The Banner, more than eight in 10 respondents said that the county’s lack of affordable housing is a problem.
7 things to do in Baltimore County, from a pawpaw harvest to festivals galore
Baltimore County events this week include an Upperco music festival, Pikesville Armory block party and more.
Large inflatable art structures will be on display at the Pikesville Armory during its block party this Friday.
Is offshore wind doomed in Maryland?
The Baltimore-based US Wind project off Ocean City is Maryland’s only offshore wind farm close to construction, but federal tax breaks and courtroom battles may decide its fate.
The Dish: Why Baltimore’s bakeries are quietly becoming pizza hot spots
Pizza is popping up at bakeries and restaurants you might not expect, from Atwater’s to a new concept from the owners of Café Dear Leon.
A Margherita pizza is removed from the oven at Pupatella Neapolitan Pizza in Columbia, Md. on Thursday, March 27, 2025. The restaurant is Maryland's first pizzeria to be awarded the Verace Pizza Association certification from the Assozione Verace Pizza Napoletana (AVPN).
Orioles officially eliminated from playoffs, but pieces for 2026 are falling into place
The Orioles’ season will end Sept. 28, the last day of the regular season, a disappointing crash after making back-to-back playoff appearances.
Orioles interim manager Tony Mansolino wipes sweat from his face during the third inning of a game against the Boston Red Sox on Aug. 25.
Orioles win again but are officially eliminated from playoffs
With an 8-7 win Tuesday night over the White Sox, Baltimore improved to 10-4 in September.
Dylan Beavers celebrates a two-run home run during the seventh inning against the Chicago White Sox.
Littmann takes lead over Pindell Charles in Annapolis Democratic mayoral primary
Annapolis hardware store owner Jared Littmann opened up a commanding lead over longtime Alderwoman Rhonda Pindell Charles in the Democratic primary for Annapolis mayor.
Annapolis mayoral candidate Jared Littmann listens to fellow candidates respond to questions during a debate at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Annapolis & Anne Arundel County in Annapolis, Md., on Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025.
Police investigating homicide of 69-year-old bartender found dead in her Lutherville home
Baltimore County Police are investigating the homicide of a 69-year-old woman who was discovered dead in a home in Lutherville.
A Baltimore County police vehicle’s lights flash while parked outside of the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center at the University of Maryland in Baltimore, Md. on Thursday, March 13, 2025.
Baltimore man found guilty of murdering 19-year-old bystander in Federal Hill
A Baltimore man was found guilty of murdering 19-year-old bystander Cameran Holt in 2024 in Federal Hill.
Cameran Holt and Rein during a family vacation to the Outer Banks, N.C., in 2023.
Montgomery County officials say they get that anxiety over the cost-of-living is spiking
Almost 60% of poll respondents ranked the county’s inflation and cost of living as a “very serious problem,” and county council members say the status quo isn’t working.
Inside the Dugout: Don’t overlook Kade Strowd
If you want to know what's going on with the Baltimore Orioles and it's pitching, look no further than Kade Strowd.
Kade Strowd poses for a portrait during the Spring Training session in Sarasota.
School board member Karla Silvestre announces bid for Montgomery County Council
Silvestre, a Silver Spring resident, has been in the national spotlight recently, testifying before a U.S. House hearing on antisemitism in schools.
Montgomery County Board of Education member Karla Silvestre announced Tuesday she is running for a seat on the County Council.
Cause of fire at wastewater treatment plant in Dundalk under investigation
Baltimore County officials are investigating the cause of a fire Monday night at the Back River Wastewater Treatment Plant.
The Back River Wastewater Treatment Plant occupies a 466-acre site on the Back River in Dundalk.
Brandon Chasen says he doesn’t know where $600,000 in wired money went
Brandon Chasen, 39, of Baltimore, agreed in July to enter Chapter 7 liquidation bankruptcy. He sat for three hours of questioning on Monday.
Real estate developer Brandon Chasen, right, walks with attorney Adam Freiman as they leave the Edward A. Garmatz United States Courthouse in Baltimore, Md., on Monday, Sept. 15, 2025.
Former youth ministry director in Baltimore County pleads guilty to sexually abusing 5 students
Guy, 32, of Reisterstown, is scheduled on Dec. 17 to be sentenced in Baltimore County Circuit Court to serve seven years in prison.
Kevin Guy, 32, of Reisterstown, pleaded guilty in Baltimore County Circuit Court to sexual abuse of a minor and third- and fourth-degree sex offense.
Montgomery County hotels supported by government funding must allow unions, council says
The move follows consumer boycotts that targeted several hotels, including the Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center
The Montgomery County Council in June 2025.
Federal jobs cuts were supposed to cost Baltimore millions. Instead, revenue increased.
Baltimore finished the fiscal year, which ended June 30, with $42 million more in income tax collections than budgeted.
Wednesday, July 23, 2025 — Venn McCormick of New Life Recovery Center testifies during a Baltimore City Council committee hearing on the opioid crisis.
Census data shows Montgomery County has one of the largest proportions of immigrants in US
In 2024, more than 1 in every 3 county residents was born outside the U.S. That ranks 15th out of 841 counties included in census data.
Judge tosses terrorism charges against Luigi Mangione, lets murder count stand
A judge on Tuesday dismissed terrorism charges against Luigi Mangione in New York state’s case over the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, but he kept the state’s second-degree murder charges against him.
Luigi Mangione is escorted into Manhattan state court in New York, Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2025. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
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