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Retired veteran journalist Tim Tooten has died, WBAL confirms
The veteran Baltimore television journalist retired in 2023.
Tim Tooten, one of the longest-tenured and best-recognized education reporters in the region, retired in 2023 after 35 years with WBAL and more than 40 years in journalism.
Baltimore City Council to investigate BGE rate increases
Residents in Baltimore and around Maryland have been outraged for weeks over high BGE bills, especially for natural gas.
Councilman Isaac ‘Yitzy’ Schleifer said he would arrange a series of hearings to question BGE over the increasing price of energy bills.
Maryland delegation condemns DOGE at Social Security rally in Woodlawn
Sen. Chris Van Hollen and other Maryland Democratic leaders denounced slashing cuts by DOGE at a rally outside the Woodlawn-based Social Security Administration.
Rep. Kweisi Mfume speaks during a rally outside of the Social Security Administration headquarters in Woodlawn amid reports DOGE is eyeing the agency.
Baltimore region braces for up to 5 inches of snow, more rain this week
Snow is expected to fall in Baltimore on Tuesday, ahead of a rainy week and Arctic front that could impact many across the U.S.
Up to 5 inches of snow is possible for the Baltimore region on Tuesday.
Baltimore’s transportation director is a hotshot, but her new job won’t be easy
The agency has spent years tripping over itself, both with major capital projects and smaller, day-to-day responsibilities.
A woman in a red shirt stands in front of a desk and emblem of the City of Baltimore, flanked by a United States flag and a City of Baltimore flag.
Didn’t like Kendrick Lamar’s halftime show? Not everything is for you.
Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl halftime show was not everyone’s cup of tea. That’s OK — unless you demand that it should be.
Kendrick Lamar performs onstage during Apple Music Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show at Caesars Superdome on February 09, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Baltimore church seeks to rectify troubled past with new art
Newly installed artwork pays homage to Baltimore’s sanctuary city status.
BALTIMORE, MD - FEB 9, 2025: Doug Storey facilitates a children’s sermon acknowledging the lack of diverse representation in imagery inside the Govans Presbyterian Church. He asks one of the child attendees to look at the new artwork titled "Sanctuary City Part 1 and 2” that represents the growing diversity and representation of their congregation where everyone is welcome.
Baltimore native wins private island, courtesy of MrBeast
After winning a private island on "Beast Games," Baltimore native Mia Speight talks about her time on the controversial show hosted by MrBeast and what she plans to do next.
Baltimore native Mia Speight, a.k.a. contestant No. 952, competes on Amazon Prime Video's "Beast Games."
Trump’s early actions drive Baltimore-area immigrants into hiding
President Donald Trump’s immigration policies have immigrants, regardless of status, altering their normal routines. Some have stopped going to public places. Some have voluntarily returned to their home countries.
“Fear, cruelty and chaos is the point,” says Vanessa Cardenas, executive director of America’s Voice, a national pro-immigration organization based in Washington, D.C.
Winter storm watch in effect for Maryland starting Tuesday
It’s possible we will see 5 or more inches of snow Tuesday into Wednesday.
Projections this week call for light snow starting Tuesday afternoon, with steadier, heavier snowfall continuing into the night.
What the Trump administration’s latest moves could mean for Maryland
We’re here to help you understand the latest moves by the Trump administration and how they might impact Maryland.
The third week of President Donald Trump’s second term has been busy.
11 places to celebrate single life and thrive with friends on Valentine’s Day
From foodie experiences to festive parties, Baltimore has plenty of ways for singles to celebrate Valentine’s or Galentine’s, according to social media influencer Chris Franzoni.
The Admiral’s Cup is one of three stops on the Galentine’s Day Bar Stroll taking place in Fells Point on Feb. 15.
5 spots to play pool in the Baltimore area
From classic halls lit by buzzing fluorescent lights to cozy corners in neighborhood bars, the Baltimore area offers a range of places to rack ’em up.
Reggie Barksdale lines up a shot at a billiards table at Top Hat Sports Bar & Grill in Parkville.
Fuzzies burger joint lifted by crane into new home at Fells Point bar
Fuzzies, the smashburger business previously stationed at Peabody Heights Brewery, will serve its burgers from The Undefeated, a new Atlas Restaurant Group cocktail bar.
Fuzzies food trailer is fastened to a crane so that it can be lifted into the courtyard of The Undefeated, a new bar in Fells Point.
Snow and freezing rain possible today, with more expected next week
The Baltimore region will likely see it all Saturday: snow, freezing rain and rain.
Snow falls in the late night / early morning hours of February 17, 2024 in East Baltimore.
Demolition heads for historic distillery of Maryland whiskey. And they’re worried.
Before Kentucky had bourbon, Maryland had rye whiskey. A historic distillery is in the path of the wrecking ball.
The international foods corporation Kerry Group, which bought Fleischmann’s Vinegar in the U.S., is demolishing the historic plant in North Baltimore.
Trump wants to cut humanitarian aid. These Maryland groups could suffer.
More than 100 groups and contractors will be affected by cuts at USAID, a review by the Baltimore Banner shows.
WASHINGTON, DC - FEBRUARY 07: A worker removes the U.S. Agency for International Development sign on their headquarters on February 07, 2025 in Washington, DC. President Donald Trump and Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) abruptly shutdown the U.S. aid agency earlier this week leaving thousands unemployed and putting U.S. foreign diplomacy and aid programs in limbo.
Feds charge man with flying drone over Ravens-Steelers playoff game
Alexis Perez Suarez faces three counts stemming from allegations that he operated a drone over the stadium Jan. 11 despite a temporary flight restriction.
Pregame festivities on Jan. 11 as the Ravens hosted the Pittsburgh Steelers in the AFC playoffs.
Ripken Stadium upgrades advance as IronBirds’ future there uncertain
State-funded improvements to Ripken Stadium are getting underway in Aberdeen, although the minor league baseball team that plays there, the IronBirds, faces an uncertain future.
Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium.
Workplace hazards for Maryland parole agents: Getting shot, stabbed, punched or strangled
State inspectors have cited the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services with health and safety violations after parole agent’s killing.
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