Vegan crab cakes are coming to East Baltimore as Land of Kush expands
After years of delays, vegan favorite The Land of Kush is close to opening a second location near Johns Hopkins hospital.
The soy-based "crab cakes" from Land of Kush were named one of the nation's best vegan seafood dishes by PETA.
Letters: Ivan Bates using fear tactics against parents
A plan discussed by Baltimore State’s Attorney Ivan Bates to prosecute parents whose children are arrested would only make matters worse for marginalized families in the city, a graduate student at the Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health says.
Baltimore State’s Attorney Ivan Bates would make matters worse for marginalized Baltimore families if he follows through on a plan to prosecute parents whose children are arrested, a graduate student at the Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health says.
Johns Hopkins breeds millions of mosquitoes — to stop them from killing you
After the U.S. logged its first cases of malaria in decades, Johns Hopkins mosquito research takes on new urgency.
Mosquito colonies in the insectary at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health are housed in clear boxes in a climate-controlled room and fed sugar to sustain them.
Citing dysfunction, Baltimore Sheriff Sam Cogen endorses Sheila Dixon for mayor
Cogen’s endorsement means the city’s two elected law enforcement officials are backing Dixon, following Baltimore State’s Attorney Ivan Bates’ endorsement earlier this month.
Baltimore Sheriff Sam Cogen endorsed former mayor Sheila Dixon, saying the administration of Brandon Scott has been dysfunctional and tying his hands
Tragedies highlight mental health needs of Spanish-speaking immigrants
In the days and weeks after the Key Bridge collapse, therapists and grief workers who service Baltimore’s Spanish-speaking immigrant community say they have seen a significant increase in referrals and clients — many of whom were already struggling with trauma.
Ana Carrera, terapias manager (left) and Amy R. Greensfelder, executive director of Pro Bono Counseling.
Family says 7-year-old shot at Mondawmin Mall is on the road to recovery
The girl was struck once in the abdomen and once in the hand.
The mother and aunt of the 7-year-old shot at Mondawmin Mall said they received an “outpouring of love” from community members, who have asked for updates on the status of the girl. They didn’t want to show their faces because of safety reasons.
Motorcyclist falls into water, dies after crash on I-395 ramp
A motorcyclist fell into the Patapsco River after a crash on I-395 southbound Monday afternoon, according to the Baltimore City Fire Department.
Truck 55 sits in the Baltimore City Fire Department station in Pigtown on Thursday, June 29, 2023.
Commentary: Quickly restoring supply chain essential after Key Bridge collapse
Businesses and government can help protect the economy and jobs by working to limit supply chain disruptions stemming from the loss of the Key Bridge, the president and chief executive officer of the Maryland Public Policy Institute says.
Continued disruption of the global supply chain stemming from the Key Bridge collapse could have impacts far beyond this region, the CEO of the Maryland Public Policy Institute says.
Her dad is a Baltimore TV legend. She’s returning to Maryland on her own merits.
Author Emily Barth Isler, daughter of former local broadcasting legend Andy Barth, comes home with a new book and life-saving message about kids and guns.
Author Emily Barth Isler is the daughter of WMAR newscaster Andy Barth. At left, she supports him on the picket line in 1982. At right, he supports her at the 2023 Books in Bloom festival.
Maryland is finally speeding up food benefits approvals — but will it last?
Maryland is tackling a stubborn problem of processing applications for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, and last month the state said it got close to federal compliance for the first time in almost a decade.
NAP and EBT Accepted here sign. SNAP and Food Stamps provide nutrition benefits to supplement the budgets of disadvantaged families.
Adley Rutschman’s greatest strength? Everyday availability for the Orioles.
His nutrition, his sleep schedule, his workouts and his plate appearances — they’re regimented, tried and true, set at a pace Rutschman knows works for him.
Adley Rutschman has played all but one of the Orioles’ 27 games, with a .318 batting average, four home runs and 17 RBIs.
People enjoy warm weather as hot girl summer comes early
Temperatures will be even higher Monday as the Baltimore area is expected to hit 90 degrees.
Children play in the splash fountain at Rutter's Mill Park in Bolton Hill Sunday afternoon.
A’s rally against Craig Kimbrel to beat Orioles for 2nd time in 3 days
Three home runs are not enough to get the Orioles a series victory at Camden Yards.
Cedric Mullins steals second base as Athletics shortstop Darell Hernaiz fields the throw Sunday during the second inning of Oakland’s 7-6 victory.
Letters: City leaders shouldn’t condone dirt bike riders
A Federal Hill resident says dirt bikers, such as the ones who ride through Federal Hill Park, put others and themselves at risk and generally diminish the quality of life in Baltimore.
Baltimore Police and the State's Attorney's office have announced a crackdown on riding dirt bikes on city streets.
8 Baltimore restaurants that are great for Cinco de Mayo
Food social media influencer Chris Franzoni recommends some of his favorite restaurants to order from on Cinco de Mayo, from hidden gems to lively eateries.
Clavel’s queso fundido con chorizo.
Reacting to each Ravens draft pick :)
Here are the initial thoughts on all nine players, expressed by emojis.
Cornerback Nate Wiggins, one of the youngest and smallest players in the NFL draft, has a chance to sprout with the Ravens.
Cole Irvin dazzles in win over Athletics as tough pitching decisions await the Orioles
Irvin has never looked better in an Orioles uniform. It still may not be enough to save his spot.
Cole Irvin could be the pitcher forced out of the Orioles rotation when John Means and Kyle Bradish return from the injured list.
Kyle Bradish’s next start will be with Orioles, Brandon Hyde says
The most likely place for him to slot in is Thursday against the Yankees.
Baltimore Orioles pitcher Kyle Bradish walks off the field during the team’s spring training practice on February 20, 2024.
Helena Hicks, civil rights crusader who countered segregation with sit-ins, dies at 88
Helena Hicks was widely known as a lead organizer of Morgan State University students who participated in lunch counter sit-ins that desegregated Read’s Drug Stores in 1955. She died this month at age 88.
Helena Hicks, a prominent Baltimore civil rights activist, is remembered by her family and friends as someone who was passionate about taking a stand against injustices.
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