Johns Hopkins students, alumni and staff join wave of pro-Palestinian protests
The student protests that have been sweeping college campuses nationwide landed at Johns Hopkins University on Wednesday.
In this file photo, students walk through Johns Hopkins University’s Homewood campus.
Busta Rhymes, Mya among artists announced for 2024 AFRAM festival
AFRAM, one of the largest African American festivals on the East Coast, named Busta Rhymes, Big Daddy Kane, Alex Isley, Morris Day, October London, Mya and Karen Clark Sheard as its performers.
Busta Rhymes performs at the 2024 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival on April 14.
First cargo ship passes through newly opened channel after Key Bridge collapse
The first cargo ship passed through a newly opened deep-water channel in Baltimore on Thursday after being stuck in the harbor since the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed four weeks ago.
The Balsa 94, which has been stuck at the Port of Baltimore since the Key Bridge collapsed, is the first commercial ship to pass through a new temporary access channel.
Ravens mock draft 4.0: Addressing the desperate needs for talent at offensive line, receiver
With the help of Pro Football Focus’ mock draft simulator and its prospect rankings, here’s one last mock draft before the real thing begins.
Jordan Morgan of Arizona could become a valuable piece of a rebuilt offensive line for the Ravens.
What to do this weekend: Taste every taco or go on a Jurassic lark
Whether you want to see hear live music, taste tacos or enjoy beer while learning about dinosaurs, we’ve got you covered.
Tacos aren’t just for Tuesdays. Check out the Taco ’N Taps festival at the Maryland State Fairgrounds this weekend.
Want your Catholic church to stay open? Here’s your chance to speak out.
The Archdiocese of Baltimore will hold a listening session Thursday evening about a plan to close dozens of churches and reduce the number of Catholic parishes by two-thirds. Two more such sessions are also scheduled, and a final plan is set to be announced in June.
The Archdiocese of Baltimore would close churches and redraw the lines of parishes under a consolidation plan.
Map, dive, cut, lift: An inside look at the Key Bridge salvage strategy
“It’s our port, our city, our channel, our community, and when I say our, I mean everybody,” said Col. Estee Pinchasin, who commands the Baltimore District of the Army Corps of Engineers that is overseeing the collective effort to open the port.
Jacob Tuer, assistant operator for the Catlett and the day’s captain, steers as the Dali and fallen Key Bridge are seen out the window on Tuesday, April 16, 2024.
Getting healthy takes a different priority when your goal is not to die
Us Generation Xers can no longer ignore the health challenges that come with aging. It took a scare to wake me up.
Columnist Leslie Gray Streeter, left, in 2023, and right, in 2024, has lost 20 pounds on her health journey.
Baltimore again cracking down on dirt bikes, causing a stir
Because of fines, enforcement and accountability, people are definitely talking about dirt bikes in Baltimore.
Baltimore Police and the State's Attorney's office have announced a crackdown on riding dirt bikes on city streets.
The Orioles’ Mike Elias on building culture within the clubhouse and with fans | The Adam Jones Podcast
The Orioles general manager discusses changing the operating model of the franchise, the Orioles’ process for drafting players who fit within the organization and camaraderie within the clubhouse.
Roggenart bakery moves into former Grand Central space in Mount Vernon
The site of the former Mount Vernon nightclub, now a revamped office building, welcomed its first retail tenant: Roggenart European Bakery.
Neman Popov, the founder of Roggenart European Bakery, Bistro and Cafe, left, splits a very large croissant with owner and partner Brody Tennant outside the City House Charles office complex.
With HonFest permanently wrapped, a new festival highlighting Hampden is set for June
Small business owners are planning a one-day festival called Hampden Highlights for June 1 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Susannah Siger, left, and Samantha Claassen smile for a portrait in Golden West on Wednesday.
Kanye West named his favorite rappers. A Baltimore legend made the list.
Ye, the artist formerly known as Kanye West, isn't always complimentary of others, but he said that local legend Young Moose is one of his current favorite rappers.
East Baltimore standout artist Young Moose
Scott gets endorsement boost from Middleton, a key moderate voice on council
The seven endorsements represent much of the council’s progressive wing and previous Scott allies — but not all of them — as well as support from officials who aren’t always in step with the incumbent.
A man wearing a suit speaks into a microphone sitting in front of a white background.
Baltimore’s latest park revamp is just in time for summer
Young people across Baltimore will find updated play spaces at some of their neighborhood recreation centers, parks and area schools, like the latest updo at the new Candy Stripe Park
Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott (middle) poses for a photo with children from Towanda Recreation Center at the opening of Candy Stripe Park Playground in the city's Park Heights neighborhood on Tuesday.
Dixon secures first labor endorsement with nod from longshoremen’s union
A local union representing 2,500 stevedores and Port of Baltimore workers has endorsed former Mayor Sheila Dixon in her race to reclaim office.
Employees of Rukart Terminals wait in line to receive food from Jimmy's Seafood on April 17, 2024. The International Longshoremen’s Association Local 333 announced their support of former Mayor Sheila Dixon on Wednesday, representing the Democrat’s first labor endorsement during a turbulent time for port workers following the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse.
Commentary: Birding in Baltimore and the DMV brings us life lessons
Birding in Baltimore and across the D.C., Maryland and Virginia region is sure to provide relief when the pressures of life around here are taking their toll.
A scarlet tanager.
Maryland to set vote on $2.98 million in compensation for man who spent decades in prison
Gary Washington, now 63, of Baltimore, served more than 31 years on charges of first-degree murder and use of a handgun in the commission of a crime of violence in the deadly shooting of Faheem “Bobo” Ali, which happened in Baltimore on Dec. 27, 1986. Washington has always maintained his innocence.
A Baltimore Police vehicle is seen in Fells Point on April 14, 2024.
The Dish: Is Baltimore’s craft beer revolution a boom or a bust?
As more and more craft breweries in Baltimore are set to open, a large number have shut down.
Melissa Yukna of Waverly Brewing Co. said she and co-owner Roy Fisher can’t afford to pay themselves and are “essentially volunteering” for the business at this point.
Labor unions send $135,000 to pro-Scott super PAC
Unions representing firefighters, city operations staff, and service workers have donated $135,000 to a super PAC supporting Mayor Brandon Scott’s reelection, according to new state records.
American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees, AFSCME, announced their picks for Mayor Brandon Scott, Councilman Zeke Cohen and Comptroller Bill Henry at the campaign season's largest union endorsement on March 21, 2024.
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