Mysterious sailboat in Delaware leads to charges in 2021 Maryland arson
A large abandoned sailboat recently washed ashore on a Delaware beach, leading to an arrest in a 2021 Maryland arson case.
A large abandoned sailboat washed ashore a Delaware Beach recently and the mystery behind it ultimately led to an arrest in a 2021 arson case in Maryland.
Edward Burroughs’ preferred nonprofit provides glowing presentation in lieu of pending audit
The council member used Tuesday’s meeting to highlight the impact of Joan’s House programs and counter recent scrutiny of the organization, including his connections to it.
Prince George’s County Council member Edward Burroughs listens as students and older adults testify about benefiting from the Joan’s House program on Tuesday.
Baltimore County Council votes for a 73% pay increase as it moves to full-time compensation
The Baltimore County Council approved higher salaries for council members, the county executive and the county administrative officer on Monday.
The Baltimore County seal inside of the Baltimore County Historic Courthouse, the county government headquarters, in Towson, Md. on Monday, June 2, 2025.
The radio host-turned-speech pathologist who could always make others laugh
Alan Courduff, a longtime Baltimore radio personality and speech therapist, died Aug. 25 of complications from heart disease. He was 75.
Alan Courduff.
Baltimore sues property manager, software vendors for charging ‘junk fees’
The suit alleges that a major city landlord and two software companies violated Baltimore’s consumer protection law by charging renters hidden fees on the RentCafe property management website.
Exterior of the Clarence M. Mitchell, Jr. Courthouse on Calvert Street in Baltimore, Md. on Saturday, July 19, 2025.
Capitals can’t hold early lead in 5-2 loss to Kings
Ryan Leonard and Cole Hutson scored for the Capitals, who took a 2-0 lead in the first period but were held scoreless for the final 41:25.
Washington Capitals defenseman Cole Hutson (44) shoots the puck against Los Angeles Kings defenseman Joel Edmundson (6) during the first period.
Christina Applegate says her doctor told her she was misdiagnosed with MS
Christina Applegate, who has candidly shared raw details about her journey with multiple sclerosis for years, revealed Monday her doctor says she doesn’t have the autoimmune disease and was misdiagnosed.
FILE - Christina Applegate arrives at the 25th annual Critics' Choice Awards on Jan. 12, 2020, in Santa Monica, Calif.
Prince George’s County Council hears potential path for county-owned grocery store
The potential for a publicly-owned grocery store would supplement existing programs, such as free food pantries, to address the county’s high rate of food insecurity
“What we know is we see food insecurity at a high rate,” said Prince George’s Council Chair Krystal Oriadha.
Montgomery County raises fine to address street takeovers
Montgomery County Police Lt. Patrick Kepp said that takeovers he has witnessed involved “chaos, fireworks, fire, destruction of property, prohibition of others from being able to freely travel on the roadway.”
Montgomery County Police Lt. Patrick Kepp said that takeovers he has witnessed involved “chaos, fireworks, fire, destruction of property, prohibition of others from being able to freely travel on the roadway.”
Dundalk man pleads guilty to painting swastikas on headstones at Jewish cemetery
The man, George Horn, entered a plea agreement that would find him guilty on one count of damaging religious property after he vandalized the Ohr Knesseth Israel Anshe Sfard Cemetery in July 2023, court documents show.
The Edward A. Garmatz United States District Courthouse in Baltimore as seen in July 2025.
‘The Real Housewives of Potomac’ asks tough question: ‘Why am I in a strip mall in Bowie?’
On “The Real Housewives of Potomac,” the hard questions were finally asked. “Why am I in a strip mall in Bowie?” Gizelle Bryant wondered.
THE REAL HOUSEWIVES OF POTOMAC -- "Wizards Basketball Game" Episode  -- Pictured: (l-r) Karen Huger, Robyn Dixon, Gizelle Bryant -- (Photo by: Shannon Finney/Bravo)
Andy Harris’ debate outburst fuels Dan Schwartz fundraising surge
Schwartz said a surge in donations after the debate gave his campaign enough money to buy TV ads.
U.S. Rep. Andy Harris, right, gestures at Democratic candidate Dan Schwartz while giving remarks during a League of Women Voters forum at the Chesapeake Grove Intergenerational Center in Cambridge last week.
Federal complaint alleges MCPS student faced years of antisemitic harassment
The Title VI complaint outlines years of reported issues and demands a federal investigation.
A recent Montgomery County Public Schools graduate faced years of antisemitic harassment, including a telephoned bomb threat immediately followed by the explosion of fireworks outside his home, according to a new civil rights complaint.
Maryland names 23 Blue Ribbon schools a year after feds ended national awards
A year after the Trump administration canceled the National Blue Ribbon Schools Program, Maryland has again chosen to honor exemplary schools.
Students at St Joseph School celebrated their Blue Ribbon win with cheers, signs and confetti on September 23, 2024. U.S. Department of Education announced the 2024 National Blue Ribbon Schools, the highest honor the department doles out. Five local Catholic schools within the Archdiocese of Baltimore have been selected this year based on their outstanding academic performance on national and state assessments.
Why BGE thinks city residents should pay higher utility bills than county residents
The proposal calls for city customers to face a surcharge of around $9 per month to accommodate conduit-related expenses.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2026 - BGE president and CEO Tamla Olivier speaks at a press conference in downtown Baltimore on Tuesday, addressing the utility's proposed conduit surcharge for city residents.
MOM’s Organic Market coming to York Road shopping center
MOM’s Organic Market is getting a second location in Baltimore next spring, along the York Road corridor.
MOM’s Organic Market in Timonium, Saturday, April 29, 2023.
Terry McLaurin out for the season with knee injury, and Dan Quinn assesses first-year coordinators
“He will get surgery. Man, I am gutted for him,” head coach Dan Quinn said. “He’s a captain and one of our real leaders. We are all here to support him.”
Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin is carted off the field during the first half.
Daylight shooting near Penn-North metro rattles Baltimore commuters
A shooting near Baltimore’s Penn-North subway station led to a closure that lasted several hours Tuesday, though officials reopened the station by the afternoon rush hour.
Baltimore Police officers examine the crime scene at the Penn-North metro station in Baltimore on Tuesday.
Harborplace plans revealed: A luxury hotel and $7,000 rents
A confidential report reveals plans for $7,000 apartments, a luxury hotel and up to $366 million in tax relief for Baltimore's Harborplace redevelopment.
The Inner Harbor and Harborplace on Thursday, April 11, 2024.
Impact Maryland: Mayor Scott weighs next political move
Impact Maryland, The Banner’s signature ideas conference, brings together influential voices, innovators, creators and community changemakers to examine forces shaping how Marylanders live, work and engage.
Moderator Emily Opilo, a Baltimore City Hall Reporter at The Banner, has a conversation with Mayor Brandon Scott during Impact Maryland.
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