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    Gov. Moore housing agenda: Development, density and renter protections
    The package is expected to draw opposition some groups and politicians in Maryland who believe each locality should be given autonomy over how to control housing within their borders.
    Construction of new buildings at the site of the former Perkins Homes in April 2023.
    Howard County man arrested for sexual solicitation of a minor in undercover investigation
    A detective was posing as a 13-year-old girl online when the man initiated communication with her on a mobile messaging app, according to the Frederick County Sheriff’s Office.
    Police respond to reports of a shooting at the corner of S Catherine St. & Frederick Ave. on May 11, 2023.
    Ranking the 20 most important Ravens heading into the playoffs
    The Ravens have thrived thanks to depth (and, yes, superb QB play) all year, but the playoffs are different. These players will need to step up if Baltimore wants to reach the Super Bowl.
    Baltimore Ravens running back Justice Hill (43) celebrates after scoring against Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on Sunday, Oct. 8, 2023.
    BGE: Thousands without power in Baltimore area after Tuesday storm
    There are over 700 active outages on Wednesday morning impacting thousands of customers, according to the Baltimore Gas and Electric outage map.
    Power outages can be reported on the BGE website or via its mobile apps.
    Moore proposes first center to study gun violence as part of public safety package
    The Democrat urged the room filled with cabinet members, prosecutors, law enforcement and lawmakers — some of whom have been at the center of debate over the state’s troubled youth legal system — to “lead together” to keep Marylanders safe.
    Maryland Gov. Wes Moore announces proposals to combat violence and address violent crime during a press conference at the State House in Annapolis on Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024.
    Here are some of the top issues Maryland lawmakers will consider this year
    With only 90 days to turn ideas into laws, legislative leadership sets priorities on what could be hotly contested issues well before opening day. Here’s a look at some of the biggest challenges before them this year.
    House of Delegates Speaker Adrienne A. Jones, left, and Maryland Senate President Bill Ferguson speak to the delegates and senators before Gov. Wes Moore delivers his first State of the State address on 2/1/23 at the Maryland State House.
    Submerged streets and stranded cars: Heavy rains, wind leave mess across the area
    Heavy rains and tidal flooding submerged roadways, stranded vehicles and downed power lines and trees Tuesday as a storm plowed through the Baltimore region.
    Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott monitored heavy rains and flooding across the city on Jan. 9, 2024, from the city's Office of Emergency Management.
    This storm should be a blizzard: Baltimore’s last ‘average snowfall’ was 2016
    It’s early January, but instead of a blizzard, the Baltimore region is bracing for floods and strong winds. What gives?
    A person walks through Fells Point on a rainy Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024.
    Reggie Wells, a Baltimore native who was Oprah’s makeup artist for 30 years, has died
    Reggie Wells, a Baltimore native who was Oprah Winfrey’s makeup artist for 30 years, died Monday. He was 76.
    Reggie Wells, a celebrity makeup artist from Baltimore, was Oprah Winfrey’s makeup artist for three decades.
    School closings: Baltimore, Anne Arundel, Howard schools to close early Tuesday due to storm
    Maryland is bracing for a storm system that’s expected to bring heavy rain, flash flooding and damaging winds.
    The timing of the storm would have an impact on the dismissal process and consequent bus routes, said officials with Harford County Public Schools.
    Two writers find the same story — the Naval Academy in a time of change
    “Saving Our Service Academies” and “The Academy” should be required reading for Vice Adm. Yvette Davids as she starts her delayed but historic tenure in Annapolis Thursday as the first woman named superintendent of the Naval Academy.
    Two new books, one a memoir the other the final installment in a long fiction series,  focus on the future of the Naval Academy just as a new superintendent is about to arrive.
    Help wanted: Maryland’s stagnant economy needs more workers
    The state now has a labor shortage, with more than three jobs available for every resident seeking work.
    The office of Maryland Comptroller Brooke Lierman released a State of the Economy report, which found the state’s economy has been growing much slower than the rest of the country’s.
    Moore orders state to study AI use, make state digital services more accessible
    A group of state agencies will study how AI can incrementally and ethically be used in state government operations, such as workforce development and economic development, and protecting people from the risks of AI.
    Maryland officials applaud as Gov. Wes Moore presents an executive order he signed Monday in the Maryland State House outlining the state's exploratory approach to artificial intelligence technologies.
    ‘The White Lotus’ Season 3 will have a strong Maryland connection
    The next season of "The White Lotus" may take place in Thailand, but stars Natasha Rothwell and Parker Posey will be bring a bit of Maryland to the hit HBO show.
    Natasha Rothwell, left, and Parker Posey are two of the new cast members in Season 3 of "The White Lotus."
    Commentary: Protect children from online abuse, addiction linked to social media
    Children need protection from risks of online abuse and addiction stemming from their social media engagement, Maryland Del. C.T. Wilson says.
    Children need protection from risks of online abuse and addiction stemming from their social media engagement, Maryland Del. C.T. Wilson says.
    Ravens’ defense finishes season with historic triple crown
    The Ravens became the first team in modern NFL history to lead the league in scoring defense, sacks and takeaways in the same season.
    Ravens linebacker Kyle Van Noy tackles Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Warren during Saturday's regular-season finale.
    Ravens’ 2024 schedule features trips to Kansas City and Dallas — and 8 playoff teams
    The Ravens will play a daunting road schedule in 2024, including several division champions.
    The 2024 Ravens will play a game at Kansas City, where quarterback Patrick Mahomes and coach Andy Reid have been dominant, for the first time since 2019.
    Minnesota ends 10-game losing streak to Maryland with 65-62 victory
    Jahmir Young led the Terrapins (9-6, 1-3 Big Ten) with 20 points, adding eight rebounds.
    Jahmir Young, shown against Purdue, had 20 points and eight rebounds Sunday in Maryland's loss to Minnesota.
    Commentary: Time to bridge home valuation biases affecting Black homeowners
    Maryland must move to eliminate biases that create disadvantages for Black homeowners in valuations and tax assessments, says Aja’ Mallory, an attorney whose practice focuses on housing and consumer issues.
    Illustration of older man pushing property bill of $2000, check for $750, and various months worth of interest away from his row house.
    New law bumps up wages in Maryland. Critics say the impact will be minimal.
    Maryland’s minimum wage increased to $15 an hour. Some say it’'s not enough, while others are concerned about increased labor costs for small businesses.
    Workers in Maryland will find more cash in their paychecks after a new $15 minimum wage went into effect across the state on Jan. 1, 2024.
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