Ravens observations: Defense strikes back in frustrating day for Lamar Jackson, offense
Ravens coach Jesse Minter has called quarterback Lamar Jackson one of the NFL’s most talented players. On Friday, Minter’s defense offered a reminder of its own considerable abilities.
Quarterback Lamar Jackson completed eight of 14 passes during 11-on-11 and seven-on-seven drills, according to an unofficial tally.
EchoStar to lay off 330 employees in Montgomery County
The cuts to Hughes Network Systems, a satellite subsidiary of EchoStar, come as the telecommunications company navigates financial woes and debt repayment.
Ravens coordinators matching wits as they kick off the Jesse Minter era
The Ravens coordinators spoke for the first time in training camp, and these are the biggest takeaways from their interviews.
Baltimore Ravens offensive coordinator Declan Doyle coaches during practice at the team's NFL football training camp, Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at the Under Armour Performance Center in Owings Mills, Md.
Judge throws out most charges in state Sen. Dalya Attar’s criminal case
Two counts, conspiracy and intercepting electronic communications, remain.
A federal judge has dismissed several charges against state Sen. Dalya Attar, who was accused of recording and attempting to extort her former campaign consultant.
Sheriff’s chief of staff under investigation following posts about union president
After The Banner's reporting on the sheriff’s strange eviction arrangement, his chief of staff, Tracy Brown, criticized the president of the deputies union on social media. She was recently put on administrative leave while the office’s internal affairs division investigates.
John D. B. Carr is the elected Sheriff for Prince George’s County, Maryland.
Matt Tacka, longtime WYPR host and producer, dies at 55
Matt Tacka, who worked as a host and producer at WYPR for over a decade, died Saturday of respiratory failure. He was 55.
Matt Tacka.
Mike Locksley decries the lack of Black coaches at highest levels of football
“There is a lot of moving of the goalposts — two steps forward, one step backwards — in terms of the minorities that are leading programs,” Locksley said.
Mike Locksley has been Maryland’s head coach since 2019.
New Fells Point checkpoints and rules originated with Sail250, city says
In late June, with throngs expected at the Inner Harbor’s Sail250 event, Baltimore added checkpoints and extra rules for people entering Fells Point. Over a month later, the city is sticking with the increased enforcement through Labor Day.
In late June, with throngs expected at the Inner Harbor’s Sail250 event, Baltimore added checkpoints and extra rules for people entering Fells Point.
Maryland Stadium Authority picks DC mayor’s adviser as executive director
It’s been a period of change for the authority. In addition to Michael Frenz’s retirement, longtime executive Terry Hasseltine, who spearheaded the state’s sports tourism arm, exited his position in December without explanation.
The Maryland Stadium Authority logo is seen on a lectern inside the Camden Yards warehouse boardroom on Monday, December 18, 2023.
Hutzell: Stephen Miller’s trans persecution is here. Parents face hard questions.
COLUMN | What if this isn’t about parents’ rights and school bureaucrats? What if the lawsuit and threats to cut off school funding over pronouns and names are about seizing control of schools from local communities? Parents should be asking a lot of tough questions.
White House Deputy Chief of Staff for Policy Stephen Miller speaks in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building at the White House complex, Tuesday, May 26, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein)
Annapolis considers annexing 5.4-acre site where developer plans townhomes
Annapolis has received a petition to annex about 5.4 acres of land along Bay Ridge Road — property that would potentially be developed into about 40 townhomes.
Annapolis City Hall on Thursday, Sept. 28, 2023.
As business programs struggle to find students, UMD offers a faster way to an MBA
The University of Maryland Smith School of Business will allow students to earn their degrees with three fewer courses.
The University of Maryland Smith School of Business has reduced requirements to earn an MBA.
Jon Meoli: Chris Davis returns as Orioles honor a past that haunts the present
Chris Davis returns to Baltimore at an inauspicious time.
Chris Davis twice led the American League in home runs and once in RBIs as a member of the Orioles.
The legendary bartender at an Annapolis pub
Iris “P Nut” Cormier, a beloved bartender at Drummer’s Lot Pub in Annapolis, died this month. He was 66.
Iris Cormier.
Nationals’ Chris Hacopian path to the pros began in his dad’s training facility in Gaithersburg
“He’s been training to be a pro since middle school, honestly,” said Pat Skellchock, Chris Hacopian’s coach at Winston Churchill High School in Potomac.
Washington Nationals first-round draft pick Chris Hacopian speaks as he is introduced to the media at an MLB baseball news conference in Washington, Friday, July 24, 2026. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)
Maryland Renaissance Festival’s new ticketing system avoids chaos of release days past
This year, organizers contracted a new ticket vendor, Big Tickets, that has streamlined the process in a fashion that seems to be paying off.
The Maryland Renaissance Festival, in its 50th season, is one of Maryland’s most popular annual events.
Baltimore’s once-secret Fridays-only bar is entering its mainstream era
Vision House, where you once had to enter a code to get in, is opening more often and growing its appeal.
Vision House is expanding from its once-a-week operation.
Who’s buying up Chasen Cos.’ imploded Baltimore real estate empire
The empire of the once-splashy real estate developer Chasen Cos. is being divvied up, though some properties are languishing without new owners.
The exterior of One Calvert Plaza in downtown Baltimore on June 20, 2024.
Nationals begin final series before trade deadline with loss to Braves
Jake Irvin’s performance was uneven in the Nationals’ 5-4 loss. He allowed five runs on three hits with two walks and a strikeout.
Washington Nationals pitcher Jake Irvin reacts in between pitches to an Atlanta Braves batter during the sixth inning of a baseball game, Thursday, July 30, 2026, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Erik S. Lesser)
ICE detains Hopkins public health researcher as agency expands airport arrests
A Johns Hopkins University public health researcher and former Fulbright scholar was detained this week by immigration agents while boarding a domestic flight as the Trump administration ramps up immigration enforcement efforts at airports.
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers gather for a briefing before an enforcement operation, Monday, Jan. 27, 2025, in Silver Spring, Md.
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