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The Dish: As Greektown changes, Karellas Cafe holds the line
Karellas Cafe, a beloved Greektown family tavern in Baltimore, is keeping old traditions alive as the neighborhood changes.
One of Karellas Cafe’s signature dishes is their grilled octopus drizzled in vinegar and olive oil. They’re also known for their tzatziki, hummus and tyrokafteri, which can be eaten with pita.
Baltimore Police sniper won’t be charged after fatally shooting man who fired at officers
Prosecutors will not charge a Baltimore SWAT sniper who in March fatally shot a man who fired at officers, hitting one, while holding women hostage in Northwest Baltimore.
A still from body camera footage shows SWAT officer involved in shooting during an interaction in Park Heights on March 10, 2026.
Your guide to the best classic martinis around Baltimore
These six restaurants Baltimore-area restaurants prove there's nothing quite like a perfect martini.
The House Martini at Love, Pomelo.
A printmaker. A lawyer. A MICA student: Meet the artists and collectors behind Artscape 2026
Despite the 50-degree temperatures and the rain, collectors and artists are making the most of this year’s weekend-long Artscape in downtown Baltimore.
Artscape patrons find relief from the rainy weather Saturday at the artists tents under the Jones Falls Expressway.
Speeding driver crashes into Bunny’s Buckets & Bubbles while allegedly fleeing BPD stop
A vehicle crashed into Bunny’s Buckets and Bubbles in Fell’s Point on Friday night, scattering bricks inside the corner of the chicken restaurant.
A white vehicle crashed into Bunny’s Buckets and Bubbles in Fells Point on Friday night, leaving behind some rubble and a hole in the wall.
For sale: One-of-a-kind luxurious home in Cockeysville
This stunning Laurelford home in Cockeysville has modern upgrades, a gourmet kitchen, private balcony and scenic landscaped grounds.
Maryland Buc‑ee’s fans are getting a second Virginia location — and it’s closer
The new spot will cut the Buc‑ee’s commute from Baltimore almost in half, from over three hours to a little under two. It also offers a more convenient stopping point for Marylanders traveling south.
Members of the community address the Stafford Board of Supervisors at a meeting earlier this month to discuss whether to open a Buc-ee's in the county.
The family businessman who spent his life sailing around Gibson Island
Bill Passano Jr., the former president of the medical printing and publishing companies Waverly Press and Williams & Wilkins, died May 6 of a respiratory infection. He was 97.
Bill Passano.
Video shows man run toward and fire gun at Baltimore Police officers before fatal shooting
Baltimore Police on Friday released body camera footage from last week’s fatal police shooting. The video showed a man running toward and shooting at officers before police returned fire.
In a still from released body camera footage, Baltimore Police officers opened fire on the Louis Jackson, who had run at Officer Sharod Watson and fired a revolver at him during an apparent mental health crisis.
Morgan State University adds housing for 300 students after record enrollment growth
Morgan State University signed an off-campus housing agreement and expanded another after five consecutive years of enrollment growth.
Morgan State is leasing housing at two apartment complexes to add beds for 314 students.
What happened after Baltimore Police shot a knife-wielding veteran in crisis
A Navy veteran with post-traumatic stress disorder pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor on Thursday after she approached Baltimore Police officers with a knife before they shot her during a mental crisis in January.
A still from body camera footage from a Baltimore Police officer involved shooting at 1100 Park Avenue on January 19, 2026.
After years of fighting it, Poppleton developer pays $1 million water bill
According to a disclosure filed last week, La Cité Development said it had paid $917,000 to settle the water bills at its West Baltimore apartment complex.
The Center\West apartment building in Poppleton developed by La Cite as part of a broader redevelopment plan in the neighborhood, Thursday, August 1, 2024
A seating mix-up at the Lyric sparks racism allegations, investigation
Veronica Dunlap is calling for The Lyric's CEO and President Thomas Bailey to resign after what she described as a "racist response" by the venue to a seating issue.
The Lyric is a non-profit performing arts center and live entertainment venue in Baltimore’s Mount Vernon neighborhood.
Artscape 2026: Everything you need to know, including traffic and weather info
From traffic and weather info to new highlighted acts, here’s what you need to know about Artscape 2026 in Baltimore.
“Shorty,” left, a stilts performer with Baltimore Hoop Love, walks through the crowd waving a colorful scarf as festival attendees wait in line for food at Artscape in downtown Baltimore, Md. on Saturday, May 24, 2025.
Duane Saunders Sr., Downtown Baltimore leader, remembered for service commitment
Duane Saunders Sr., the vice president of operations at Downtown Partnership of Baltimore, died May 10 at age 52. He leveraged technology to improve the operations team’s structure, spearheaded the organization’s 311 integration efforts and prioritized impactful services for the people of Baltimore.
Duane Saunders.
Body pulled from Inner Harbor identified as 59-year-old man
A body that authorities pulled from Inner Harbor on May 8 has been identified as a 59-year-old man.
Baltimore Police crime scene tape remains on the scene after a vehicle exploded inside a five-story parking garage in Baltimore’s Fells Point neighborhood on 7/27/22.  Two people are being treated for injuries, fire officials said Wednesday afternoon.
Baltimore is failing to collect millions owed to the city, audit reveals
The audit found $2 million in outstanding balances owed for fiscal year 2024. The previous year, roughly $2.4 million was outstanding.
An aerial view of Baltimore City Hall in Baltimore, Md. on Saturday, July 19, 2025.
What to do this Memorial Day weekend, from Artscape to Deathfest
Whether you want to rock out at Maryland Deathfest, drink wine at sunset in Patterson Park or check out the Artscape and SOWEBO festivals, we've got you covered.
An Artscape information booth in downtown Baltimore, Md. on Saturday, May 24, 2025.
Streeter: I know exactly what to do with Baltimore’s Confederate monuments. Burn them.
COLUMN | When Baltimore’s Confederate monuments return to the city, there’s no clear plan for them. Anyone got a wood chipper?
BALTIMORE, MD - AUGUST 16:  The pedestal that was formerly the base for a statue of Roger B. Taney, former Chief Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court and majority author of the Dred Scott decision, stands empty after city workers removed the statue August 16, 2017 in Baltimore, Maryland. The City of Baltimore removed four statues celebrating confederate heroes from city parks overnight, following the weekend's violence in Charlottesville, Virginia.
Maryland battered by storms with damaging winds, lightning and downed utility poles
A severe storm system packed a powerful punch across Maryland during Wednesday’s evening rush, snapping utility poles, delaying trains and triggering ground stops at major airports.
Rains splashes a car as a thunderstorm hits during a jiu jitsu lesson at Guardian Baltimore, a non-profit martial arts studio, in Baltimore, Md. on Thursday, July 31, 2025.
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