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7 things to do in Howard County, from a backyard bird count to a singles book swap
Howard County has plenty of activities this week following the Super Bowl excitement.
A song sparrow in the snow.
Perry Bolton, leader in Maryland steeplechase community, remembered as a ‘great sportsman’
Perry Bolton, the co-owner of a Maryland stable and a prominent figure within the state’s steeplechase community, died at a Florida home at 94.
Perry Bolton.
Benjamin, Baltimore’s beloved hardware store cat, dies
Benjamin Moore, the soft and gentle cat who greeted new and old customers at the Waverly Ace Hardware store, died this week.
Benjamin, the beloved cat who greeted customers for years at Waverly Ace Hardware.
Maryland U.S. Attorney Erek Barron resigns amid rapid change at Trump’s DOJ
Maryland U.S. Attorney Erek L. Barron resigned Wednesday, stepping down amid rapid changes to the U.S. Department of Justice under President Donald Trump.
Erek L. Barron, U.S. attorney for the District of Maryland, flanked by Baltimore law enforcement and political leaders, speaks at a press conference in August 2022.
State apologizes, awards $3 million to man wrongly imprisoned for murder
Marando Warthen won an official apology and $3 million in compensation from the state of Maryland on Wednesday, after serving decades in prison for wrongful murder convictions in 1984.
Marando Warthen looks down the row at his lawyers and others who accompanied him to Wednesday's Board of Public Works Meeting.
Judge clears way for Trump’s plan to downsize federal workforce with deferred resignation program
A federal judge on Wednesday cleared the way for President Donald Trump’s plan to downsize the federal workforce with a deferred resignation program.
President Donald Trump takes a question from a reporter after signing a series of executive orders at the White House on February 10, 2025 in Washington, DC.
Baltimore City, Maryland sue Glock over firearms that can easily be turned into machine guns
Baltimore City, Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown and a gun safety group are alleging in a lawsuit that gun manufacturer Glock has facilitated “the proliferation of illegal machine guns."
Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown, left, and Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott a a 2023 news conference.
Violent assaults are spiking in state prisons. Could body cameras be a solution?
Drugs? Staffing? Lack of air conditioning? Maryland corrections officials and union members differ on reasons behind surge in violence.
Barbed wire is seen outside the Maryland Correctional Institution in Hagerstown on Wednesday, August 7, 2024.
Federal Hill CVS to close in early April
The last major pharmacy in Federal Hill, a CVS Pharmacy, is set to close on April 2, according to the company.
MIAMI, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 07: A sign outside of a CVS pharmacy store on February 07, 2024 in Miami, Florida. The company lowered its 2024 adjusted earnings forecast to at least $8.30 per share, down from a previous guidance of at least $8.50 per share. The company pointed to its medical cost trend analysis for the lower forecast.  (Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images)
Baltimore sheriff’s overtime order resulted in $2.2M overpayment to officers, inspector general finds
Baltimore Sheriff Sam Cogen directed his staff to use a code on electronic timesheets to boost their wages, triggering an improper calculation that cost the city more than $2.2 million, the city’s inspector general has found.
Baltimore City Sheriff Sam Cogen is photographed during an interview in his office downtown on May 1, 2024.
Eddie’s of Mount Vernon grocer ‘praying’ for an early summer open
Eddie’s of Mount Vernon was expected to open in July 2024, but renovations at the grocery store have delayed its debut until at least May.
Eddie's of Mount Vernon, which was expected to open in July 2024, remains under renovations.
Poll: Maryland voters cite housing as top concern
Two polls in the last month found housing was the top concern.
A new housing complex in Bowie.
Senate confirms Gabbard as Trump’s director of national intelligence after Republicans fall in line
Gabbard will take over the top intelligence post as Trump works to reshape vast portions of the federal government.
Tulsi Gabbard, U.S. President Donald Trump’s nominee to be Director of National Intelligence, testifies during her confirmation hearing before the Senate Intelligence Committee on January 30, 2025 in Washington, DC.
What’s at stake: 9 Orioles with the most to gain (or lose) in spring training
For some players, there is plenty at stake in Sarasota — even if their roster spot is all but a lock.
Heston Kjerstad has a .746 on-base-plus-slugging percentage in 52 games. Will he finally get the opportunity to be an everyday player in 2025?
How CCBC plans to train workers to help build the Key Bridge
The Community College of Baltimore County is launching an initiative to address a shortage of welders needed to replace the Key Bridge.
Contractors ready the Francis Scott Key Bridge site for demolition and, ultimately, for the construction of a replacement span. Crews began preconstruction activities in early January, and the new structure is expected to be finished in 2028.
Notice of proposed class action settlement
ATTENTION: ALL PERSONS WITH A MOBILITY DISABILITY: If you have used, tried to use, or think you will use any of the City of Baltimore’s sidewalks, crosswalks, curbs, curb ramps, walkways, pedestrian rights of way, pedestrian under-crossings, pedestrian overcrossings, or other pedestrian pathways, and have had or will have difficulty using them because they were too steep, narrow, damaged, or in need of repair, you may be a member of the proposed settlement class in this lawsuit. This is a court-authorized notice.
Thought your ex was crap? Maryland Zoo will agree for a donation
The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore, for a minimum of $5, will let you name a pile of elephant dung after an ex. Or anyone, really.
The Maryland Zoo will dedicate a pile of elephant dung in your ex’s dishonor — for a minimum donation of $5.
Weather updates: Baltimore gets around 4 inches of snow; schools closed or delayed
Here’s our latest on the winter storm, including closings and more weather-related news from across the region.
The Looks Much Better Now mural is seen on 22nd Street early February, 12, 2025, following a snowstorm that started the previous evening.
List: School closings and delays for Wednesday
With snow starting to fall in and around Baltimore, school districts have begun to announce their operational plans for Wednesday.
A snow plow spreads salt on Loch Raven Boulevard in Towson as snow begins to stick late Tuesday, February 11, 2025.
Orioles spring training is here: Roster battles, big questions and important dates
On Wednesday, Baltimore’s pitchers and catchers report to the Ed Smith Stadium complex and the following day they will engage in the first official workout of the new season.
Orioles pitchers and catchers report to the Ed Smith Stadium complex Wednesday. Baseball, here we come.
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