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So long, St. Paul! Bye, Brooklyn! Sea turtles named for Baltimore neighborhoods released
The National Aquarium released nine formerly cold-stunned turtles named after Baltimore neighborhoods into the sea in Ocean City on Thursday.
Staffers with the National Aquarium in Baltimore released nine sea turtles that were rescued and rehabilitated into the waters off Ocean City on Thursday.
Obama Center opens in Chicago with a call to defend democracy and a celebrity crowd
Former President Barack Obama formally opened his presidential center in Chicago on Thursday with a call to defend democracy as three former presidents joined him on stage in an extraordinary event featuring politicians, A-list celebrities, athletes and other internationally known figures.
Former President Barack Obama, right, shares a laugh with former first lady Michelle Obama, left, on stage during the dedication ceremony for the Obama Presidential Center, Thursday, June 18, 2026, in Chicago.
Luigi Mangione’s lawyers reverse course, say they won’t pursue a psychiatric defense
In a stunning reversal, Luigi Mangione ‘s lawyers told a judge Thursday that he will no longer be asserting a psychiatric defense at his state murder trial in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Luigi Mangione appears for a pre-trial hearing at Manhattan Criminal Court in New York, Wednesday, June 17, 2026.
Maryland will own Preakness brand after matching Churchill Downs’ $85 million offer
Gov. Wes Moore said in a statement that his administration has made “historic investments” to ensure the future of Maryland’s racing industry and the $85 million decision will secure a “vital asset for our state.”
Fans watch the Preakness Stakes from the apron at Laurel Park in May.
A $340 million shopping and residential project is coming to Largo
The Promenade at Lottsford, a $340 million shopping and residential project, will break ground in downtown Largo next spring, officials said at a Thursday news conference.
Prince George’s County, state, business and transportation officials unveiled the Promenade at Lottsford, a residential and retail development in downtown Largo that will break ground next spring.
‘Don’t you know how to use a turn signal?’ Court docs detail exchange between alleged fake cop and real cop.
After posing as a police officer and pulling over a Montgomery County cop in an unmarked cruiser, Melvin Andrew Pinkney Jr. was seen wearing a duty belt that carried a baton, a gun and handcuffs, according to court records obtained by The Banner.
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.
Supreme Court sides with a Texas man who says it’s not a crime for marijuana users to have guns
The Supreme Court ruled Thursday against a broad federal ban on gun ownership by marijuana users, the latest in a line of firearm cases from a court that has expanded gun rights.
The United States Supreme Court building in Washington, D.C. on Friday, January 3, 2025.
Cal Ripken Jr.’s role with the Orioles is growing beyond his part ownership
Two people with knowledge of Ripken’s role who spoke on the condition of anonymity said Ripken has increased his presence in player development, including work on fundaments, as The Athletic first reported.
Cal Ripken Jr. played for the Orioles from 1981-2001 and was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2007.
The best Baltimore-area bars to watch the World Cup
Baltimore was snubbed for the World Cup, but that’s not stopping local bars from embracing the most popular tournament on the planet.
IRVINE, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 10: Team USA players participate during a training session ahead of the 2026 World Cup at Great Sports Park on June 10, 2026 in Irvine, California.
As the Commanders break minicamp, these are Dan Quinn’s lingering concerns
Thanks to an unconventional coaching summit, the Commanders and Dan Quinn feel on schedule as minicamp ends.
Commanders head coach Dan Quinn deployed an unusual tactic to get two new play-callers up to speed.
Dali engineer appears in court on felony charge; prosecution deferred
The chief engineer of the Dali container ship said little during a hearing three days after federal prosecutors charged him with one felony count of violating the Ports and Waterways Safety Act.
Karthikeyan Deenadayalan, center, the chief engineer of the Dali container ship, leaves the federal courthouse after Thursday’s hearing.
Towson shooting suspect ID’d by police, described as ‘armed and dangerous’
Police are looking for a 33-year-old man wanted in the fatal shooting of a 22-year-old Towson University student earlier this month.
Baltimore County Police officers investigate a June 5 shooting that occurred at the traffic circle along York Road in Towson on Friday afternoon.
Baltimore County Police officer released from hospital after being shot by armed flasher
An officer who was shot during an encounter with an armed flasher has been released from the hospital.
Baltimore County Police respond to the shooting at Villa Nova Park in Pikesville on June 7.
AI put Wes Moore and Dan Cox in a very unlikely — possibly illegal — embrace
A fake image circulating on social media shows the two men in a warm embrace in the Governor’s Reception Room. Cox, facing the camera, is grinning. Moore’s eyes are closed.
Dan Cox, left, and Gov. Wes Moore.
As primary looms, Montgomery County candidates agitated over campaign ads
Some candidates have accused their critics of stretching or even subverting the truth in campaign advertisements.
Some candidates have accused their critics of stretching or even subverting the truth in campaign advertisements.
Mfume-Conway primary comes as Democrats nationally fret about older politicians
The Democratic primary in the 7th Congressional District pits U.S. Rep. Kweisi Mfume against City Council member Mark Conway, a newer, far younger politician.
City Councilman Mark Conway, left, and Rep. Kweisi Mfume.
Baltimore approved a small homeowner property tax cut. Here’s how it works.
The initial one-cent reduction in the effective rate would bring very modest relief to taxpayers. The owner of a $200,000 home could expect to pay about $20 less next year.
Baltimore homeowners could see a small property tax cut, thanks to a compromise approved by City Council and Mayor Brandon Scott this week.
Playing politics with water access in Anne Arundel? Behind the vote to delay two projects.
Two projects for public water access in Anne Arundel were quickly amended out of next year’s budget. Advocates described feeling blindsided, and some officials decried the move as potentially motivated by politics.
Wednesday, June 17, 2026 - Lisa Arrasmith, a longtime public water access advocate, hauls her kayak down to the water at Beachwood Park in Anne Arundel County on Wednesday.
The Wren, named a top restaurant by New York Times and Bon Appétit, is up for sale
The $1.25 million listing price for The Wren includes the liquor license, furniture and fixtures, and name of the Fells Point pub.
An antique clock from Liverpool is seen behind the bar at The Wren.
Before you hit the sand in Ocean City, know the rules to follow and penalties to avoid
Here are the big things officials want you to keep in mind (besides remembering to pack your sunscreen) when you head to the shore this summer.
Tourists crowd Ocean City’s boardwalk ahead of Memorial Day weekend.
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