Commentary: Maryland student data, privacy need more protection
Maryland must implement data governance practices to protect school systems, which are particularly vulnerable to cyberattacks, says James D. Cornelius, a former chief information officer for the Maryland State Department of Education.
Students in classroom, reading book, with parent, and COVID vaccine
Baltimore City Council committee advances Mayor Scott’s nominee to lead strapped fire department
Acting Fire Chief James Wallace, a 33-year veteran of the department, is expected to get a vote before the full council next month.
James Wallace still requires approval from the full 15-member council, which is expected to take confirmation votes for him and the acting police commissioner at its Oct. 2 meeting.
City Council committee approves Rich Worley, department veteran, as police commissioner
6-0 vote culminates a smooth nomination process for the homegrown pick, who Scott announced as his nominee immediately after former Commissioner Michael Harrison’s abrupt departure.
Richard Worley speaks.
Baltimore honors local treasure André De Shields with a street
Mayor Scott presided over ceremony to rename the 1800 block of Division Street in the Upton neighborhood after the beloved entertainer.
Andre De Shields, dressed in a slim cut crimson suit, was in Baltimore Thursday as the 1800 block of Division Street in the Upton neighborhood where he grew up, was renamed in his honor.
Baltimore City Council members push Scott administration to move on property tax credit reform
“If we don’t make any changes, someone else is going to make the changes for us,” City Councilwoman Danielle McCray said at Thursday’s hearing.
The exterior of Baltimore City Hall as seen on Monday, Feb. 13, 2023.
James Webb Space Telescope detects carbon, a key ingredient for life, on a moon of Jupiter
The Baltimore-operated James Webb Space Telescope detected signs of carbon on a moon orbiting Jupiter. Carbon is a key ingredient in the search for extraterrestrial life.
A composite image of Europa, one of Jupiter's icy moons, released by NASA in 2014.
American Visionary Art Museum and director Jenenne Whitfield part ways
Whitfield started in the role in September 2022, replacing Rebecca Hoffberger, AVAM’s founder and its only other director since opening in 1995.
Jenenne Whitfield will no longer be the director of the American Visionary Arts Museum.
Week 3: How the Ravens can stop Minshew Mania | The Banner Ravens Podcast
Hear Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer discuss the Ravens’ performance against the Bengals and the team’s litany of injuries. And get a preview of Sunday’s game against the Colts along with a break down of Indy’s offense under backup quarterback Gardner Minshew.
Maryland seeks public input on reducing work zone crashes, fatalities
The state is surveying residents about their driving behaviors around work zones and the best way to reduce work zone crashes in the wake of a collision on I-695 last spring that left six workers dead.
Maryland Lt. Gov. Aruna Miller addresses the media at a podium outside surrounded by signs that encourage drivers to take an online safety survey.
Baltimore-area prosecutors want to ‘reverse’ laws for charging children with crimes
Dozens of Baltimore City and Baltimore County residents who spoke to greater Baltimore’s state's attorneys, police chiefs and councilmen want to undo General Assembly changes that eased statutes surrounding juvenile court action and limited probationary terms for kids who commit certain offenses.
Scott Shellenberger speaks with his right hand lifted. The tops of the audience’s heads are seen at the bottom of the frame.
Johns Hopkins University releases some draft policies for private police force
Johns Hopkins University has released a long-awaited draft of policies and procedures for its private police for that, once finalized, would serve as guidelines for officers’ interactions with the public.
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - MARCH 28: A general view of The Johns Hopkins University on March 28, 2020 in Baltimore, Maryland. The school is shut down due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
Your guide to Artscape: What to expect onstage — and what happened behind the scenes
Where should you park for Artscape? What exhibits will they have? Who’s performing? What happened with Kelly Rowland? Why is the festival in September? All your questions, answered.
Artscape will be headlined by DJ Pee .Wee, the alter ego of Anderson .Paak (seen here at the 2022 Met Gala).
Jann Wenner said the quiet part out loud
Rolling Stone founder Jann Wenner’s comments about Black and female artists not meeting his standards for musical “mastery” are sad. But not surprising.
Jann Wenner speaks at the 2015 Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame induction ceremony in Cleveland, Ohio.
What to do this weekend (that isn’t just Artscape)
Whether you want to see the Jonas Brothers, “The Wiz,” race go-karts or watch some wrestling, we’ve got you covered.
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - MAY 01: (L-R) Nick Jonas, Joe Jonas, and Kevin Jonas of Jonas Brothers perform onstage during the 2019 Billboard Music Awards at MGM Grand Garden Arena on May 01, 2019 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Base Camp will mix sports, academics and job training to prepare Baltimore teens for life
Mentoring nonprofit Next One Up marks a new chapter after opening a new facility for young men in Baltimore.
Next One Up founder Matt Hanna gives a tour of the facilities in Baltimore on Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2023.
Will modernizing Baltimore’s permit process help event organizers? City leaders say yes
A vital Baltimore City permit process used by hundreds of street festivals, block parties and races has moved online this year.
Children play basketball in front of City Hall.
Mental health crises, call volumes continue to burden slow-to-respond Fire Department
Department leaders point to signs of improvement, particularly around restoring the depleted vehicle fleet and the ongoing challenge of long wait times that medics routinely face.
Truck 55 sits in the Baltimore City Fire Department station in Pigtown on Thursday, June 29, 2023.
Demetrius Smith, wrongly convicted of murder, finally gets apology and compensation
Even after being cleared of a murder and an assault he did not commit, Demetrius Smith of Baltimore faced legal hurdles in getting compensation from the state. He was vindicated on Wednesday with a payment and an apology from the governor.
Demetrius Smith was wrongfully convicted of first-degree murder in 2010 and sentenced to life in prison plus 18 years. He was later exonerated, but has been denied benefits and compensation.
Spending board defers contracts for police commissioner, fire chief a day before confirmation hearings
The City Council is slated to hold back-to-back confirmation hearings Thursday night for Mayor Brandon Scott’s nominees, acting Police Commissioner Richard Worley and acting Fire Chief James Wallace.
Deputy Commissioner Richard Worley speaks at a press conference on May 11, 2023.
The Dish: Opening … soon? Nana taqueria, Greg’s Bagels and other restaurants we’re waiting for.
Call it restaurant limbo: Of the 11 eateries I included in a list of most anticipated restaurant openings for 2023, fewer than half have opened their doors.
Damye Hahn explores the future site of The Fishmonger’s Daughter, her restaurant in Catonsville. First announced in 2019, the project has been delayed for years.
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