A move for justice or delay tactic? Baltimore prosecutors drop, then recharge murder case
Smith, 22, is charged in the fatal shooting of Joshua Camara on Northshire Drive near Hinsdale Drive in South Baltimore on March 27, 2022.
In this photo from June 23, 2023, Baltimore State’s Attorney Ivan Bates speaks during a news conference at Baltimore City Hall.
Commentary: Curbing city’s violence will require overcoming sense of helplessness
Lessening violent crime in Baltimore will start with overcoming a prevalent sense of helplessness among city residents and those in government and law enforcement who are charged with serving them, says Keidaï Lee, a former Roca worker and recent Johns Hopkins University graduate..
Keidaï Lee (in front) worked at Roca Baltimore while a student at Johns Hopkins University.
Ain’t no mountain high enough: Pigtown Climbs raising money for climbing gym, community space
The nonprofit wants to connect Southwest Baltimore communities to the outdoors through rock climbing.
Pigtown Climbs is raising money to build a climbing gym and community space in Southwest Baltimore.
The New/Next Film Festival is on the hunt for Hollywood’s next star director
With an eye toward burgeoning talent, Baltimore's three-day New/Next Film Festival will make its debut at the Charles Theatre amid the Maryland Film Festival’s hiatus.
Eric Allen Hatch is the director of programming for the New/Next Film Festival, which takes place this weekend.
Teenager killed in East Baltimore double shooting near Johns Hopkins Hospital
A 16-year-old was killed in a double shooting Monday evening near Johns Hopkins Hospital in East Baltimore.
A Baltimore Police car and 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.
Hampden Family Center closes indefinitely with little notice, former director says
The center acknowledged the impact the closure will have on its clients and staff and stressed that it’s working to resume operations.
Hampden Family Center has closed down indefinitely.
Michael Oher, former Ravens offensive tackle known for ‘The Blind Side,’ sues to end Tuohys’ conservatorship
Michael Oher, the former Baltimore Ravens NFL tackle known for the movie “The Blind Side,” filed a petition Monday in a Tennessee probate court accusing Sean and Leigh Anne Tuohy of lying to him by having him sign papers making them his conservators rather than his adoptive parents nearly two decades ago.
FILE - Carolina Panthers’ Michael Oher speaks to the media during the first day of their NFL football offseason conditioning program in Charlotte, North Carolina, April 20, 2015. Oher, the former NFL tackle known for the movie “The Blind Side,” filed a petition Monday, Aug. 14, 2023, in a Tennessee probate court accusing Sean and Leigh Anne Tuohy of lying to him by having him sign papers making them his conservators rather than his adoptive parents nearly two decades ago. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton, File)
Man who stopped to check on disabled vehicle on I-395 is hit by car, plunges to death
The Maryland Transportation Authority Police on Monday identified 50-year-old Robert Taylor Horne of Smithsburg as the Good Samaritan who pulled over on an elevated highway to help others on Sunday night, with a tragic outcome.
Truck 55 sits in the Baltimore City Fire Department station in Pigtown on Thursday, June 29, 2023.
Why is it so hard to find a working water fountain in Baltimore?
Public drinking fountains in Baltimore are few and far between, with no plans to add more.
Water fountains at Rash Field Park weren’t working earlier this summer but were fixed after an inquiry from The Banner.
With Black history under attack, Black museums are more important than ever
Terri Lee Freeman, president of the Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History and Culture, says society is at a crossroads where the accurate telling of history is of the utmost importance.
Terri Lee Freeman is president of the Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History and Culture, the state’s largest museum devoted to African American history.
The best parks in Baltimore for relaxing
Baltimore has 20 city parks, each with their own personalities and histories. Here are some of my favorites.
Artist Liz Miller created saltbox art based on “Enter the Dru,” an album by R&B group Dru Hill. The saltbox is located at the Latrobe Pavilion in Druid Hill Park.
Six years into consent decree, the long wait for Baltimore Police stop-and-search data continues
In the past, the city’s policing strategies hinged on sweeping searches of Black residents. Data that would show whether that has changed has yet to be released.
Photo collage showing reflection of police car in a rear view mirror set against a background showing Baltimore row homes, street map and yellow dots scattered on the map.
Being polite is ‘gendered.’ It’s time for women to get rude.
The crushing weight on women to have an expectation of politeness can make a life or death difference.
“The idea of impoliteness is survival,” said Michaela Frischherz, associate chair and associate professor in Towson University’s Department of Communications Studies.
Mullins takes away homer, then hits game-winner as Orioles beat Mariners in 10 innings
The center fielder's two-run blast helps the Orioles take two of three at Seattle.
Cedric Mullins hits the game-winning two-run home run in the top of the 10th inning Sunday at Seattle.
For sale: 3 condos in a carriage house, a church and a school
Three unique condos with historic charm, from $155,000-$499,000.
Brunson League basketball: ‘Show me who you are today’
Grand Rising and World Class Ballers meet in today's championship after another successful season.
Brendan Adams shoots over defenders during a Brunson League game on July 30.
Félix Bautista works last 2 innings as Orioles edge Mariners 1-0 in 10
The closer notches his seventh win of the season, striking out the side in the 10th inning to finish it.
The Orioles' Jorge Mateo makes a leaping throw to first base during the sixth inning Saturday night in Seattle.
Political notes: Where to watch the Mayor Scott documentary; an endorsement for Nick Mosby; finding inspiration from Beyoncé; awards and endorsements
The Mayor Scott documentary, an endorsement for Nick Mosby, finding inspiration from Beyoncé, and more in this week’s political news.
Maryland, Baltimore City, Baltimore County politics
Baltimore City students take to the simulated sky during weeklong BWI program
Fifty Baltimore City campers ages 10 to 14 participated in Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport’s summer youth initiative this week, getting a behind-the-scenes look at airport operations, customs and TSA management, as well as a day at the Community College of Baltimore County for a look at its robust aviation program.
Instructor Jane Toskes shows campers Tori and Lauren how to fly a plane simulation.
For Orioles’ Nick Vespi, packing lightly and pitching where needed come with the job
The left-hander, called up from Norfolk on Friday, will play an important role in the bullpen.
Nick Vespi has a 5-0 record and a 3.68 ERA in 36 2/3 major league innings.
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