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Smikle, Poffenbarger spearhead No. 21 Maryland women past Northwestern 85-79
Sarah Te-Biasu added 16 points and Shyanne Sellers 12 for Maryland (21-6, 11-5 Big Ten), which shot 9-for-26 from 3-point range.
Guard Kaylene Smikle, pictured in an exhibition game, led Maryland with 23 points against Northwestern.
No. 20 Maryland wins its 13th straight at home, starting both halves strong to beat USC 88-71
The Terrapins (21-6, 11-5 Big Ten) and Trojans (14-12, 6-9) met for the first time since 1990, when each was in a different conference.
Julian Reese of Maryland dunks in the second half against USC on Thursday night in College Park.
BGE customers demand rate relief as utility bills soar: ‘Shouldn’t have to choose between oxygen and the heat’
Baltimore Gas and Electric Company customers in Baltimore and around Maryland are facing significant rate increases.
The People’s Counsel David S. Lapp testified Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025, during a Baltimore City Council committee about BGE rate increases, the high bills and winter shut-offs.
Baltimore Dems tap Sean Stinnett, spouse of local party chair, for open delegate seat
Sean Stinnett, a community leader who is married to the chair of Baltimore’s Democratic Party, has been nominated for an open seat in the House of Delegates.
The U.S. and Maryland flags fly at half staff on Jan. 20, 2025, hours before the inauguration of Donald Trump as the 47th president of the United States, to honor Jimmy Carter, the 39th.
Amazon truck driver who ran over woman then fled in Baltimore turned himself in to police
The Amazon driver who ran over a woman in the Butchers Hill neighborhood and fled on Tuesday night turned himself in, according to Baltimore Police.
The intersection of E. Pratt and S. Chester streets, where an Amazon driver ran over a woman in the Butchers Hill neighborhood and fled on Tuesday, February 18, 2025.
Howard County woman convicted of killing newborn gets new trial after improper evidence
The Maryland Supreme Court ruled that Moira Akers’ internet searches about abortion earlier in her pregnancy were irrelevant, and a judge should not have allowed the jury to hear that information.
The exterior of the Robert C. Murphy Courts of Appeal building, home of the Maryland Supreme Court, in Annapolis, MD
Former Baltimore City employee who took bribes to wipe tax liens gets 4 years in prison
Joseph Gillespie’s attorneys asked for two years, but the request was denied by U.S. District Judge Richard D. Bennett, who expressed extreme disappointment with Gillespie’s conduct.
Exterior of the Edward A. Garmatz United States District Courthouse in Baltimore on Wednesday, November 13, 2024.
Former Ravens star Terrell Suggs pleads guilty to disorderly conduct
Suggs, 42, accepted a plea agreement that calls for him to perform 100 hours of community service, complete anger management counseling and spend time on probation.
Ravens legend Terrell Suggs, shown here ahead of the team’s playoff game in January, agreed to perform 100 hours of community service and complete anger management counseling.
Why the White House posted about an undocumented trans woman from Maryland
The White House posted a picture of April Amaya-Luis on its X account as an example of crimes it claims were committed by immigrants.
April Amaya-Luis, left, and her husband Tyler Schelts.
Trump loyalist Kash Patel confirmed as FBI director by Senate despite deep Democratic doubts
FBI directors are given 10-year terms as a way to insulate them from political influence and keep them from becoming beholden to a particular president or administration.
The FBI Headquarters is seen before the Senate Democrats press conference opposing Kash Patel's nomination on February 20, 2025 in Washington, DC.
Moore’s effort to reshape statewide education plan hits major opposition
The strong opposition leaves little chance that Moore’s legislation — which would reduce the total increases in spending by $1.6 billion over four years — will remain unchanged before it gets a legislative vote.
Students and other attendees hold signs during a joint bill hearing for Gov. Wes Moore's proposal to scale back a statewide education plan.
Archdiocese of Baltimore names head of Notre Dame Prep to lead Catholic schools
Sister Patricia McCarron, the longtime head of Notre Dame Preparatory School in Towson, will become superintendent of the Baltimore area’s Catholic schools system in August.
Sister Patricia McCarron, currently the head of the Notre Dame Preparatory School in Towson, will take over as superintendent of the Archdiocese of Baltimore's Catholic schools in August.
Suspect in custody after double shooting inside Baltimore senior living facility leaves 1 man dead
Baltimore police are investigating a shooting that unfolded inside a senior living facility Thursday morning, a police spokesperson said.
Police presence outside Pleasant View Gardens on Thursday, February 20, 2025, as they investigate a shooting inside the senior living facility.
Sen. Mitch McConnell won’t seek reelection in 2026, ending long tenure as Republican power broker
McConnell, first elected in 1984, intends to serve the remainder of his term ending in January 2027.
Senator Mitch McConnell (R-KY) talks to reporters following the weekly Senate Republican caucus policy luncheon at the U.S. Capitol on February 27, 2024 in Washington, DC.
Drafting the Ravens’ offseason needs | Banner Ravens Podcast
Left tackle? Cornerback? Guard? Which positions the Ravens chose to prioritize this offseason will say a lot about how they intend to build their roster.
What kind of NBA player will Derik Queen be? Even pro talent evaluators aren’t sure.
“You don’t see many guys like him playing a ton of minutes off the bench,” an NBA scout said. “He’s a unique big, a really polarizing player.”
Maryland's Derik Queen dunks during the second half against Illinois.
President Trump appoints Gov. Moore to governor’s council
The delegation advises on state and federal partnerships for the country’s disaster response efforts, support for military families, cybersecurity and federal budgetary decisions.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore takes questions from reporters on the first day of the General Assembly session in the Maryland State House in Annapolis in January.
Bitter cold and high winds, but little snow expected Thursday
Maryland continues battling brutal cold and high winds, but updated forecasts call for little to no snow in the Baltimore region Thursday.
A person walks in Fells Point, Baltimore, on Wednesday, January 22, 2025. Below freezing conditions persisted in Maryland Wednesday morning, accompanied by wind gusts making it feel close to zero degrees in parts of the state. The extreme cold warning for western Maryland and the cold weather advisory for the rest of the state — including Baltimore City and Baltimore, Howard, Anne Arundel, Harford and Carroll counties — remain in effect until Thursday morning at 10 a.m.
Head of Baltimore’s economic development agency stepping down
The president and CEO of the Baltimore Development Corp. will step down this summer after six years at the helm.
After six years at the helm of the city's economic development agency, Colin Tarbert is stepping down as the president and CEO of the Baltimore Development Corp. this summer.
For sale: Spacious Howard County home on a desirable corner lot
This Columbia home for sale has six bedrooms and 5 1/2 bathrooms, and offers an ideal, spacious floor plan.
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