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State Sen. Jill P. Carter and Del. Jheanelle K. Wilkins plan to introduce legislation that would prevent law enforcement officers convicted of felonies from collecting pensions, a move spurred by the news that a former longtime state parks official facing rape charges will begin collecting a $94,500 pension while in jail.

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Gov.-elect Wes Moore is adding more members to his administration, but he still has only announced two cabinet secretaries.

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Federal agencies must also coordinate with the U.S. Attorney General, state agencies, retail food stores and third-party contractors who process the federal funds to determine how money is being stolen and how it is being used, according to the bill.

Baltimore City Health Commissioner Letitia Dzirasa issued a Code Blue Extreme Cold declaration for the city beginning Friday morning and lasting through Monday morning, Dec. 26.

There’s no agreement on how to address a workforce housing crisis, or even if there is a one.

Citing state and federal rules that protect grand jury materials, a Baltimore judge ordered proceedings to remain secret in the legal effort to release an investigation into the history sexual abuse within the Catholic Church of Baltimore.

“The People's Ball” in Baltimore sold out of its first run of 8,000 tickets.

Maryland travelers should anticipate travel delays and plan ahead amid wintry weather conditions.

The lawsuit alleges that the medical examiner’s office is improperly denying access to key portions of autopsy reports that are public records under state law.

A series of breakdowns in government services, Lydia Moore said, prevented her from maintaining food benefits: mail arriving after a pivotal deadline; unanswered phone calls to the state agency; a missed interview she didn’t know had been scheduled.

Elisa Milan, owner of The Empanada Lady, has been able to build a loyal following by incorporating her Black and Puerto Rican heritage for a flavorful combination for traditional Puerto Rican treats such as empanadas and the seasonal coquito.

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Chuck Clark talks about being the Ravens' 2022 nominee for the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award, his community outreach in Baltimore, and how the NFL compares to Major League Baseball.

UA taps Marriott International President Stephanie Linnartz as next CEO and president.

The Ravens are on the cusp of clinching a spot in the playoffs, but are dealing with increasing injury trouble and disgruntled fans. Tight end Mark Andrews says the team is blocking out the negativity. “We’re fired up. We’re going to be ready to go. Everything’s in front of us, so be ready.”

The planning committee is working to secure more space for partiers in the Baltimore Convention Center.

Incoming Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown must take the steps needed to release the report on alleged sexual abuse by priests in the Baltimore Archdiocese, the Baltimore Banner’s public editor says. Judge Anthony Vittoria’s decision to block release of the report “undermined the public’s expectation of judicial fairness,” DeWayne Wickham says.