State drops sex abuse case against ex-Gilman teacher as federal charges proceed
“We haven’t lost anything,” Baltimore County State’s Attorney Scott Shellenberger said. “And the thing we’ve gained is not having the victim have to testify in a courtroom in front of people.”
In this photo from July 18, 2023, Chris Bendann, 39, of Towson, who worked at the Gilman School from 2007-2023, leaves the Baltimore County Courts Building. The Baltimore County State’s Attorney’s Office on Friday dropped the charges against Bendann following his indictment in U.S. District Court in Baltimore on five counts of sexual exploitation of a minor and one count of possession of child pornography.
The Paramount concert venue appears in jeopardy as funding falls through, contractors sue
The announced $50 million, 3,750-seat venue was expected to open this summer, but construction came to a halt earlier this year. Though officials have been mum, court filings explain why.
Construction on The Paramount, billed as a $50 million, 3,750-seat concert venue in Baltimore's casino and stadium district, halted earlier this year and new court filings show claim funding has dried up. This view shows the facility against the backdrop of M&T Bank Stadium, home of the Ravens.
Baltimore state’s attorney clears 2 police officers in crash that killed 17-year-old
Prosecutors detailed their legal analysis and conclusions in a 10-page report about the October 2022 death of Kweli Murphy Al-Mateen, 17, of Baltimore.
Baltimore City State’s Attorney Ivan Bates answers questions during a press conference in his office on 1/20/23. Office of the State’s Attorney for Baltimore City art.
Owners of Noir Restaurant & Lounge take over management of The Manor
The new managers of The Manor, a former LGBTQ-owned space in Mount Vernon, promise to keep many elements from the previous iteration of the business. But there will be some changes, including new menu items.
The Manor in Mt Vernon on June 12, 2023
How wearing a hoodie in the summer heat helped me understand Gen Z
What I learned from the whole ordeal was that Gen Z cares a lot but in a different way than I may.
Wallace Lane, is photographed in the Inner Harbor for a story he wrote about in a hoodie.  (L-R) William Moffatt, Wallace Lane, Antonio Young and Antwan Young,
Jon Meoli: Orioles slugger Anthony Santander is on another hot streak. Where does this one rank in a career full of them?
The Orioles will spend the weekend in Arizona, where Santander has tasted success before.
Orioles designated hitter Anthony Santander points to the crowd after scoring the first run of the first game of the series against the Dodgers on July 17, 2023 at Camden Yards.
Artscape adds Anderson .Paak DJ set after Kelly Rowland cancels over dispute
The former Destiny's Child singer, scheduled to perform Sept. 22 at one of the festival’s outdoor stages, had been announced as the headliner earlier in August.
Kelly Rowland, seen here at the premiere of "Babylon" last year, canceled her performance at Artscape in September.
Controversial Baltimore-BGE conduit deal could cost customers $860 million, watchdog finds
Because utilities are not typically able to earn a return on investment from assets like the conduit that they don’t own, David Lapp with the Office of the People’s Counsel called the arrangement a “monopoly company’s gambit” to benefit its investors at the expense of its customers.
A Baltimore Gas and Electric Co. truck in the Mount Vernon neighborhood of Baltimore, Maryland, on Friday, Oct. 14, 2022.
2023 Maryland Cycling Classic Guide: Road closures, parking restrictions
In preparation for the Maryland Cycling Classic, the following roads are expected to close beginning Friday.
Maryland Cycling Classic Road Closures
Ex-security guard found guilty of second-degree murder in deadly shooting at Royal Farms in Baltimore
Kanisha Spence, 44, was acquitted of the more serious charge of first-degree murder in the October 2022 fatal shooting of Marquise Powell
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 Police charge student and jailed teen in Brooklyn Homes mass shooting
Baltimore Police charged two more people, a 14-year-old boy and 18-year-old man, in the July 2 mass shooting at a block party in the Brooklyn Homes housing project of South Baltimore.
Acting Commissioner Richard Worley speaks at a press conference Thursday to give an update on two new arrests made regarding the Brooklyn Homes fatal shooting in July.
BPD defends cleanup of Brooklyn Homes crime scene. Experts think it was flawed.
The Baltimore Police Department defended its cleanup of the Brooklyn Homes crime scene. Experts have said it was flawed.
A cleaning crew member rakes garbage at the crime scene on Elarton Court in Brooklyn following a shooting on Sunday, July 2, 2023.
After organizing to reopen a rec center, Sandtown group now has access to funding to do more
Here’s how a new partnership may get the group closer to its goals.
Eri Whitney Young, left, and Tracey Malone pose for a portrait.
What to do this Labor Day weekend, from the Maryland State Fair to holiday celebrations
Whether you want to see Lil Baby in concert, attend a state festival or Renaissance Fair, or just let out some laughs at a comedy show, we’ve got you covered.
A scene from the Maryland State Fair in Timonium on Aug. 25.
When the line between journalism and personal relationships is crossed
MSNBC's Stephanie Ruhle had a personal relationship with Under Armour's Kevin Plank. It's complicated. And also not.
MSNBC anchor Stephanie Ruhle, left, and Under Armour founder and president Kevin Plank.
Ex-security guard takes stand in her murder trial over deadly shooting at Royal Farms store
A jury in Baltimore Circuit Court deliberated for about 1 1/2 hours on Wednesday without reaching a verdict in the trial of Kanisha Spence, 44, of Poppleton.
6/28/22—The exterior of the Baltimore City Circuit Courthouse., Courthouse East.
Gov. Moore feels ‘very good’ about prospects for a long-term Orioles lease
“I want to make sure that this is going to not just produce a winner on the field, but it produces winners off the field — that it’s Baltimore and it’s Maryland that are going to benefit from the deal that’s being done,” Gov. Wes Moore told reporters Wednesday.
Gov. Wes Moore, shown in his office earlier this summer, told reporters Wednesday that he feels “very good” about the prospects of the Orioles signing a long-term lease to remain at Camden Yards in Baltimore.
Baltimore police issued 50 citations over the last 2 months. Only 3 made it to court
Officers need more training and better supervision on how to write tickets, acting police commissioner says.
Baltimore City State’s Attorney Ivan Bates, flanked by Mayor Brandon Scott, speaks at a press conference inside Baltimore City Hall on Friday, June 23, 2023.
Baltimore Police begin disciplining staff following internal probe of Brooklyn shooting
Mayor Brandon Scott and agency leaders accepted blame and promised to hold people accountable for the July 2 shooting that killed two and injured 28.
Richard Worley, Deputy Commissioner at Baltimore Police Department with Mayor Brandon Scott at the the Press conference
Brooklyn Homes shooting report sheds light on ways city agencies were unprepared
The report includes some new details on the presence of the city’s flagship violence intervention group, Safe Streets, and highlights policy changes aimed at better preparing city agencies for large events that could erupt into violence.
Police tape marks off Glade Court in Brooklyn following a shooting.
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