Maryland is meeting the MTA’s pricey rehabilitation needs — for now
The Maryland Transit Administration has an unprecedented $2.8 billion backlog of rehabilitation projects, according to a new report, but the agency is confident that it has the money to fund the work in the coming years.
Buses ready to go into service at the MTA’s Eastern Division bus lot in May. A new report shows the MTA needs to spend $2.8 billion to keep its transit systems in a state of good repair.
7 things to do in Baltimore County, from Irish rock and roll to Black history
If you’re in the mood for Irish rock and roll, local Black history, water-themed fine art and photography, and all of the Zumba classes in between, we’ve got you covered.
Dublin 5 is fronted by Ray Murphy, center, backed by Jenn Belle  on fiddle, Gary Hewitt on bass), Jim Martin on percussion and Kevin Shook on drums. They'll perform at the Eastport Democratic Club Saturday.
The Dish: Yes, you can get a decent bagel in Baltimore
People love to complain about Baltimore’s bagel scene, but there are plenty of options if you know where to look.
The Pup-town Girl bagel at Good Boy Bagels.
New bilingual Baltimore County charter school won’t open this fall
Bilingual Global Citizens Public Charter School was approved by the board, but does not yet have a charter agreement to open in Baltimore County.
Teacher pointing at paper on the floor with students.
Ghostly grandmas, plastered pigs: Sundance short films hit Baltimore screens
The Sundance Short Film Festival comes to Baltimore’s Parkway Theatre this weekend, with shorts featuring topics from people- pleasing to pig-men.
Saroeun Nay and Phalla Im appear in Grandma Nai Who Played Favorites by Chheangkea Ieng, an official selection of the 2025 Sundance Film Festival.
BGE and the $17.5 million truck it says it can’t get anywhere else
BGE raised customer bills to cover a $17.5 million Ford F-150 — a vehicle that state utility regulators at first said was worth about $100,000.
Pictured is a specialized Ford-150 that BGE uses to check for stray voltage in the area. The cost of using the car has swelled to millions of dollars per year.
Another Orioles loss proves it: All eyes should be on 2026
Interim manager Tony Mansolino wants to battle, but the focus must turn to development and evaluation.
Pitcher Brandon Young is one of many players the Orioles will be evaluating — and hoping to develop — as the team looks toward selling off veterans at the trade deadline.
As Baltimore’s massive permit backlog persists, City Council’s patience runs thin
Weeks after Baltimore leaders sounded the alarm about massive backlogs in the city’s newly instituted permitting system, housing and building permits continue to lag well behind previous years.
Baltimore City Council listened to residents and developers during a hearing on permit backlogs on Tuesday, July 22, 2025.
Family of murder victim attacks defendant in Baltimore courtroom during trial
The man on trial for a Baltimore murder was attacked in court by three of the victim’s family members as prosecutors showed video they say depicts the fatal shooting, officials said.
Three relatives of a Baltimore murder victim stood up and charged the defendant in court Tuesday as prosecutors played video of the shooting, according to the Baltimore City Sheriff’s Office.
‘Graphically offensive’ video interrupts Baltimore school board meeting
Tuesday night’s livestream of the Baltimore City school board meeting was ended after a major disruption.
The Baltimore City Public Schools Administrative Headquarters on Tuesday, July 22, 2025.
Ravens need ‘unselfish’ approach to keep diverse offense humming
Baltimore Ravens training camp starting, Ronnie Stanley mum on NFLPA mess, and Nnamdi Madubuike has big plans for 2025.
Running back Justice Hill arrives at the Ravens training facility for the first day of training camp. He's one of many talented players who will be fighting for touches on offense.
Why is underground Baltimore burning? City Council hearing yields no answer.
City leaders hope third-party investigator can figure out why Baltimore’s manholes keep exploding.
Stephen Salsbury, Deputy Solicitor, speaks before council members Mark Conway, left, and Zac Blanchard at Tuesday's hearing on underground fires.
Two hospitalized after ‘industrial accident’ at Northrop Grumman facility in Linthicum Heights
Two people were hospitalized after an “industrial accident” at the Northrop Grumman facility in Linthicum Heights on Tuesday afternoon.
An Anne Arundel County Police vehicle.
Maryland to EPA: Our offshore wind permit is just fine, thank you
In a letter sent to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Maryland says the state won’t make the correction requested and doesn’t plan to reissue a permit.
Ocean City beach looking south from 84th Street.
Don’t like blue catfish? Maryland says give it to your dog.
The MAWS Act is a bill on Capitol Hill that aims to create a market for turning blue catfish into pet food.
A Blue Catfish is measured during the Annual Nanticoke River Invasive Fishing Derby Saturday, July 19, 2025, in Sharptown.
Construction worker dies after partial trench collapse at Baltimore County school
A construction worker died Tuesday after sustaining injuries from a partial trench collapse while on a job at Deer Park Elementary School in Owings Mills, officials said.
A spokesperson for Baltimore County Public Schools confirmed that the partial trench collapse happened at Deer Park Elementary School.
Ozzy Osbourne, who led Black Sabbath and became the godfather of heavy metal, dies at 76
Ozzy Osbourne, the gloomy, demon-invoking lead singer of the pioneering band Black Sabbath who became the throaty, growling voice — and drug-and-alcohol ravaged id — of heavy metal, died Tuesday, just weeks after his farewell show.
FILE - Singer Ozzy Osbourne performs during halftime of an NFL football game between the Los Angeles Rams and the Buffalo Bills in Inglewood, Calif., Sept. 8, 2022. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis, File)
Six Baltimore teens arrested in Pennsylvania for burglary are a suspected ‘crime ring’
The teenagers, who are between 13 and 17 years old, may be connected to multiple burglaries and stolen vehicles in Baltimore and surrounding areas in Maryland, police said.
A Baltimore police officer displays his handcuffs on 8/24/22.
Coca-Cola confirms a cane-sugar version of its trademark cola is coming to the US
Coca-Cola said Tuesday it will add a cane-sugar version of its trademark cola to its U.S. lineup this fall, confirming a recent announcement by President Donald Trump.
AUSTIN, TEXAS - JULY 17: In this photo illustration, a Mexican Coke beverage is displayed in an ice-cooler at a park on July 17, 2025 in Austin, Texas. U.S. President Donald Trump stated in a Truth Social post that Coca-Cola has agreed to use real cane sugar in its U.S. beverages, similar to Mexican Coke.
Harford County’s first book ban has parents and teachers concerned
Harford County parents and teachers spoke out against the school board’s decision to ban an award-winning illustrated novel from its libraries.
Books on desk in library at the elementary school
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