Napoleon rejected his American family, but Baltimore’s own Bonaparte didn’t back down
The biopic “Napoleon,” directed by Ridley Scott and starring Joaquin Phoenix, has renewed interest in Baltimore’s own Elizabeth Patterson Bonaparte and her tussle with France’s famous imperial family.
The monument and gravestone of Elizabeth Patterson Bonaparte in Green Mount Cemetery in Baltimore. She was the sister-in-law of Napoleon Bonaparte.
Use this data to win the ‘Baltimore is bad’ argument at the dinner table this Thanksgiving
How the Black diaspora will influence your holiday meal
When you sit down to a holiday meal this season — particularly in Maryland — there’s a good chance you’ll be eating at least one dish invented or inspired by the Black diaspora.
Illustration of food items set on a holiday table.
The Dish: The quirky sides ruling readers’ Thanksgiving meals (stuffed celery, anyone?)
Pumpkin ravioli, raw oysters on the half shell and persimmon pudding are just some of the unconventional items Banner readers add to their families' Thanksgiving feasts.
The family of Banner reader Jason Molidot gather for Thanksgiving to eat copper pennies, seen in the far right corner.
Baltimore residents voice ‘strong preference for light rail’ at Red Line meetings
At its latest round of open houses, the Maryland Transit Administration provided numbers from new data modeling for residents to consider
A community member looks at a proposed Red Line map during an MTA open house at the University of Maryland, Baltimore’s SMC Campus Center on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023.
Our best conversations from the past year | The Adam Jones Podcast
Adam Jones and Jerry Coleman go over some of their best interviews from the past year.
Sheila Dixon ends campaign event early after nearby shooting
“We’d just talked about guns proliferating our neighborhoods and how the patrons knew young children, minors, that needed families or mentors to step in and guide them,” Dixon said.
Mayoral candidate Sheila Dixon speaks at a Nov. 16, 2023 news conference, where Councilman Eric Costello endorsed her. (Kaitlin Newman/The Baltimore Banner)
Thanksgiving travel: Tips to beat the holiday rush whether you’re driving or flying
Whether you’re traveling by plane, car or train, we’ve got you covered.
Heavy traffic is expected on the Bay Bridge this week as people travel for the Thanksgiving holiday.
The best bars to ignore your family and drink on Thanksgiving Eve
The Banner has got you covered on what bars and grills to check out on Drinksgiving.
Thanksgiving Eve approaches.
A Chanel store in Baltimore? Why the luxury brand came to Harbor East
Coming out of the pandemic, the luxury retail industry has been booming and expanding its physical footprint across the country.
This is a photograph of the Chanel boutique store in Harbor East.
Commentary: Women’s sports deserve an even brighter spotlight
Women’s sports continue to draw bigger audiences and deserve a larger presence in network TV coverage, says Skye Merida, the social media manager for the upcoming women’s basketball docuseries, “Can’t Retire From This.”
Angel Reese poses with her teammates on the Team USA Americup squad.
Baltimore City Council advances affordable housing bills without ‘cap’ amendment
The city’s inclusionary housing bill package advanced to third reader Monday, setting it up for a final vote as early as next month.
City Council President Nick Mosby speaks outside City Hall during a rally for the inclusionary housing bills in Baltimore on Monday, Nov. 20, 2023.
Second person arrested in Morgan State University shooting
D.C. Metropolitan Police Department arrested Jovan Terrell Williams on Nov. 17 in connection with the October shooting at Morgan State University that left five people wounded and interrupted homecoming festivities.
Baltimore police respond to the scene of a shooting involving at least four victims at Morgan State University on Tuesday Oct. 3, 2023.
Judge denies ex-Gun Trace Task Force member Hersl’s request for early release
Hersl requested early release last month, citing a cancer diagnosis that doctors say is likely terminal.
Daniel Hersl is serving his sentence at the United States Medical Center for Federal Prisoners in Springfield, Missouri, where federal inmates are housed and receive medical treatment.
Matt Rife’s Netflix special takes aim at Baltimore — and utterly misses
Former “Wild ’n Out” comedian Matt Rife thought it was a good idea to take aim at a domestic abuse victim and Baltimore in his new Netflix special “Natural Selection.” Unsurprisingly, he was wrong.
Comedian Matt Rife, seen here in January, just dropped a comedy special on Netflix.
Anne Arundel, Baltimore City taking distinct approaches to affordable housing requirements
Though the city’s legislative package differs slightly from the county’s proposal, they share a similar goal: that housing developments exceeding a certain size or value, or already receiving large public subsidies, should allocate at least a portion of the units for people at income levels below the Baltimore-area median.
Advocates rallied Nov. 14 for an inclusionary housing bill, sponsored by Councilwoman Odette Ramos, that would require developers to include affordable units in certain housing projects.
Fistfights, elbowing, insults: When did politics become middle school?
Recent congressional shenanigans from the likes of people such as Oklahoma Sen. Markwayne Mullin make me wonder if elected officials are worthy of being role models.
Sen. Markwayne Mullin made news last week for his posturing against Teamsters General President Sean O’Brien.
Archdiocese of Baltimore floats short window, comparatively, for sex abuse claims
The Archdiocese of Baltimore proposes a deadline of Feb. 26 for survivors to file claims of clergy sex abuse.
Photo illustration of silhouette of older woman in profile, looking to the left, head bowed over clasped hands. The background on the left is red and inscribed with two months of a calendar; the background behind the woman on the right is black.
Former Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco expected to join Browns’ practice squad
The 38-year-old former Raven gives Cleveland an experienced QB to back up Dorian Thompson-Robinson or serve as a mentor.
Joe Flacco led the Ravens on 18 fourth-quarter comebacks and 24 game-winning drives, according to Pro Football Reference.
Chargers’ Joey Bosa, one of the NFL’s top pass rushers, injured a week before Ravens visit LA
The four-time Pro Bowl selection has struggled to stay healthy.
Chargers pass rusher Joey Bosa leaves the field on a cart Sunday during the first quarter against the Packers.
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