What’s in a name? For the Francis Scott Key Bridge, it turns out — plenty
As leaders begin planning a new bridge to replace Baltimore’s fallen Key Bridge, some are already arguing that it should not bear the name of Francis Scott Key, an 18th century lawyer, author and poet who held racist views.
Francis Scott Key standing on boat, with right arm stretched out toward the United States flag flying over Fort McHenry.
Weather hampers salvage at Key Bridge as crews prepare to remove containers off ship
Crane operators remained ready Wednesday to begin lifting undamaged containers off the disabled cargo ship Dali, but were held back by thunderstorms and high winds, which made operating the machinery unsafe.
A woman wearing camouflage fatigues points to a 3D rendering of a collapsed bridge on a large television screen in front of a large Maryland flag.
Two Maryland chefs and Baltimore’s Clavel advance to finals of James Beard Awards
Tony Conte of Inferno Pizzeria Napoletana in Darnestown, Harley Peet of Bas Rouge in Easton and Clavel Mezcaleria in Baltimore are all finalists for a James Beard Award.
The crab causa at Bas Rouge in Easton, Maryland, features a delicate arrangement of lump crabmeat atop layers of avocado and potato.
A Salvador Dalí painting looks oddly similar to the Dali-caused Key Bridge collapse
In a wild coincidence, the namesake of the cargo ship that struck the Key Bridge has a painting that looks a bit like the wreckage.
A cargo ship named after the painter Salvador Dalí rammed into the Key Bridge causing it to collapse in a matter of seconds. The Spanish painter has a piece titled “The Broken Bridge and the Dream“ that some say bears a resemblance to the Key Bridge wreckage.
Jury awards $250K verdict against Baltimore Police officer who pulled gun on teens
A federal jury in Baltimore returned a $250,000 verdict against an off-duty Baltimore Police Department officer who in 2017 pulled a gun on two 16-year-old boys as they waited for transportation to an after-school program in their Columbia neighborhood.
Jawone Nicholson, seated with his family, as trial counsel Cary Hansel and Tiana Boardman stand behind him.
Commentary: Dear America, don’t leave Baltimore behind this time
As Baltimore recovers from the Key Bridge collapse, America must not forget that the city has been an essential part of its history and progress, says Eric S. Singer, a historian and an authority on the structural, political and cultural history of the city.
Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed after it was struck by a large container ship early March 26.
Is the Bay Bridge safe? Key Bridge collapse has engineers taking a closer look
Protecting the piers holding up the Bay Bridge will likely be costly but necessary.
The Taipei Triumph, a 7-year-old container ship out of Singapore, passing underneath the Chesapeake Bay Bridge
He’s a country music fan. She loves Beyoncé. Could they agree on ‘Cowboy Carter’?
To get a sense of the impact of “Cowboy Carter,” we asked two locals — one country music fan and one Beyoncé stan — what they thought of the album.
Beyoncé accepts the Innovator Award during the 2024 iHeartRadio Music Awards at Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, California on April 1, 2024.
What to do this weekend, from a farmers’ market to a pet fashion show
Whether you want to try cheap local eats, fly a kite or watch animals take part in a fashion show, we’ve got you covered.
People enjoy a nice day by flying kites at Patterson Park during the Kite Festival on March 26, 2023. (Julia Reihs for The Baltimore Banner)
Don’t swear off bridges. Overcome your fear this way.
It’s normal to feel scared of bridges following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore. Here’s how to conquer your fear.
People may be afraid to drive over bridges like the Chesapeake Bay Bridge after a bridge collapsed in Baltimore, but experts say you can help yourself overcome those feelings.
Orioles announcer Melanie Newman on why opening day was like a baseball movie | The Adam Jones Podcast
Orioles announcer and MLB Network contributor Melanie Newman reflects on the atmosphere of opening day and the growth of the team.
James McCann’s walk-off single brings delayed gratification to Orioles in 4-3 victory
Baltimore rallies from a 3-0 deficit to win a game delayed by five hours at the start.
For the Orioles, the day began with rain showers and ended with a Gatorade bath for James McCann, courtesy of Anthony Santander.
‘Baltimore police have nothing better to do!’ officers joke at BGE protest, body camera video shows
Police joke that “Baltimore police have nothing better to do!” on the scene of a protest against Baltimore Gas and Electric Co. Their body camera footage was shared by mayoral candidate Thiru Vignarajah.
Claudia Towles, just left of center, is arrested by a Baltimore Police officer during a protest on Warren Avenue next to Federal Hill on Thursday, June 22.
New images offer up-close look at Dali, Key Bridge wreckage
This is what the Dali and Key Bridge wreckage looks like within 100 feet of the scene.
The Dali sustained a lot of damage from the bridge, as evident in this large hole in its side.
Baltimore approves port worker relief money, fundraising for Key Bridge victims
The city began fundraising for victim's families last week and has so far raised close to $500,000, Mayor Brandon Scott said Wednesday.
Construction workers honored the Key Bridge victims during a press conference on March 28, 2024 at CASA’s Baltimore worker center. They held white lilies and raised their hands in solidarity.
A second super PAC enters Baltimore’s mayoral race to support Brandon Scott
The super PAC supporting Mayor Brandon Scott was formed this week, as a similar group supporting Sheila Dixon continues to spend.
Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott speaks to a crowd gathered at the opening of a newly constructed train platform at Penn Station on Monday, Jan. 29, 2024, in Baltimore.
Youths operated from a ‘clubhouse,’ police say, carrying out armed carjackings, other crimes
Now, after months of compiling evidence, police say they have connected 20 youths between the ages of 12 and 17 to more than 50 incidents that had a connection to the home.
Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott and Baltimore State’s Attorney Ivan Bates held separate news conferences Wednesday to discuss an investigation into an alleged juvenile crime ring operating out of what police described as a “clubhouse” in West Baltimore. Law enforcement revealed few specifics about the cases, stating that they were constrained because of privacy laws.
2 Baltimore Police officers suspended in Northwestern District probe
Two Baltimore Police officers were suspended this week after internal affairs investigators served a warrant at the Northwestern District station, sources said.
7/8/22—A Baltimore Police officer’s car is parked on the corner of E Lombard St. & President St.
Baltimore ends $500K grant with Pride Center of Maryland over reporting issues
City leaders said The Pride Center of Maryland repeatedly failed to meet reporting requirements for the federal money.
Ucu Agustimi, center with fan, at the Baltimore Pride Parade in June.
Howard County expanding homebuyer down payment assistance, rehab loan programs
Howard County is expanding two programs meant to provide relief to homebuyers and residents.
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball speaks at the Owen Brown Interfaith Center in Columbia, Maryland, on Saturday, Feb. 3, 2024.
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