2 dead, 1 hurt in Franklintown as Baltimore reels from string of shootings
Two men were killed and one was injured in a shooting in Northwest Baltimore on Monday.
One man died and two others were injured in a shooting in the 5200 block of Muth Avenue Monday, October 19, 2026, Baltimore Police officials said.
TV ad urges Marylanders to ‘vote yes for Wes’ but against redistricting question
A newly formed political action committee called Truth for Maryland has ads up on streaming TV services that encourage voters to vote “yes for Wes” but also “against Question 3.”
Question 3 on Maryland mail ballot.
Anne Arundel County Council kills bill to clean up zoning for now
The Anne Arundel County Council voted down a zoning ordinance that had become increasingly controversial since its introduction.
A staff-proposed bill meant to clean up Anne Arundel County's zoning code was killed Monday night by the county council.
Dan Quinn’s optimism keeps colliding with Commanders’ costly mistakes
Dan Quinn still believes the Commanders can make a playoff run. Can they change fast enough to get there?
Dan Quinn has crafted slogans to lift his team, and he says he believes the one-win Commanders can compete for a playoff spot. But he’s increasingly become the focus of a frustrating season.
4 small gallery shows with big feeling in Baltimore this fall
Here are a few visual art shows at the city’s smaller galleries and community spaces that you may not have visited yet.
Installation views of Leon Willis' "Invisible Institutions" at AYE Gallery & Altar Studio.
Instant analysis: Commanders head coach addresses fourth-down confusion in 49ers loss
The Commanders made a fourth-quarter push — an impressive feat considering they lost their best receiver early in the game — but could not force a tie despite two late chances.
Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn looks on against the San Francisco 49ers during the third quarter.
Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin carted off with knee injury, quickly ruled out
McLaurin just returned from an injury last week after suffering a hamstring strain in London.
Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin is carted off the field after suffering a knee injury against the San Francisco 49ers.
Baltimore’s Baby Fund could aid new parents. Here’s how it would work.
After courts struck down an attempt in 2024, the Baltimore Baby Fund is on city ballots this cycle. What would the fund do, and who would decide where the money goes?
The Baltimore Baby Bonus Fund is a proposed city charter amendment that will  be on the ballot in November. If passed, it would give parents $1,000 upon the birth or adoption of a child.
Prince George’s officials predict major development projects will bring 13,000 jobs through 2030
Prince George's County officials project 13,000 new jobs through 2030. Several trade apprenticeship programs offer training.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2026 - Plumbing and electrical apprentices gathered at ABC CraftMasters Academy in Beltsville for a construction skills competition.
Meet the immigrant single mom who wants to run Montgomery County government
Republican Esther Wells switched parties in 2018 after she became disenchanted with what she sees as a Democratic propensity to overtax.
MONDAY, ​O​CTOBER 19 -​ Esther Wells, who is running for Montgomery County executive, before her final official campaign event before early voting begins, in Silver Spring, Maryland, on October 19, 2026.
A Johns Hopkins football player started a cookie business. His late father would be happy.
Claude Strnad runs his online cookie business through Instagram and a website. Last Tuesday, his fourth cookie drop sold out in two minutes.
Claude Strnad is a Johns Hopkins University football player who just started a cookie business to honor his late father. He often works out of his dorm room kitchen, and his cookies sell out within minutes.
Hutzell: Andy Harris has a temper. This will make him angry again.
COLUMN | As the whole world saw last week, U.S. Rep. Andy Harris has a temper. During his years as a legislator in Annapolis and on Capitol Hill, his seemingly disproportionate blowups are legendary.
U.S. Rep. Andy Harris takes questions Tuesday from reporters following a League of Women Voters forum in Cambridge. It didn’t go well.
Angel Reese leads Dream past Valkyries in WNBA Finals
The St. Frances grad had 30 points and 16 rebounds.
Baltimore native Angel Reese of the Atlanta Dream dribbles against Kaitlyn Chen of the Golden State Valkyries during the second quarter in game two of the WNBA Finals.
Police investigate discharge of pepper spray at Crofton High School dance
Anne Arundel County schools officials said they have identified the student who discharged pepper spray at a dance at Crofton High School over the weekend.
Anne Arundel County Police and school officials are investigating a pepper spray incident at a dance at Crofton High School on Saturday night.
Ann Hornaday, former Washington Post and Baltimore Sun film critic, dies at 66
Ann Hornaday, the acclaimed former chief film critic of The Washington Post who adored her adopted home of Baltimore, died Sunday. She was 66.
WASHINGTON, DC - OCTOBER 28:  Ann Hornaday attends the 2013 America Abroad Media Awards Dinner at Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium on October 28, 2013 in Washington, DC.  (Photo by Larry French/Getty Images)
Suspicious substance mailed to Rep. Sarah Elfreth’s Columbia office prompts evacuation
Rep. Sarah Elfreth’s district office in Columbia was evacuated Friday afternoon after a suspicious letter and substance were delivered by mail.
Rep. Sarah Elfreth gives remarks during a U.S. Congressional town hall meeting at Howard Community College’s Kahlert Complex in Columbia, Md. on Tuesday, March 11, 2025.
Ravens hopeful that Lamar Jackson, Cam Jurgens will be available vs. Bengals
Head coach Jesse Minter said Lamar Jackson, who hasn’t played since the Ravens’ Oct. 4 win over the Tennessee Titans, could “potentially” return to practice this week.
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson and head coach Jesse Minter hug midfield before the team’s Oct. 4 game against the Tennessee Titans.
Capitol Heights man arrested in weekend homicide
Michael Ritch was arrested in connection with fatal shooting of Devin Mason in Capitol Heights on Saturday afternoon, Prince George’s County Police announced on Monday.
Prince George’s County Police arrested a man in connection with a fatal shooting in Capitol Heights.
Maryland’s teacher shortage shrinks as vacancies hit post-pandemic lows
The number of open teaching jobs at Maryland schools fell from a high of 2,145 in 2022 to just under 600 today, state officials announced Monday.
Fourth grade teacher Rebekah Grossnickle speaks to her students on the first day of school at Van Bokkelen Elementary.
Jon Meoli: All the ways new Orioles GM Jared Banner can make an early impact
ANALYSIS | Jared Banner, the former assistant general manager of the Cubs who previously worked for the Mets and Red Sox, brings plenty of experience to the Orioles’ front office.
New Orioles general manager Jared Banner arrives as the front office looks to revamp player development and build a winning team.
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