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.
Suspect arrested for alleged hate crimes directed at Silver Spring Taco Bell worker
Ryan Barile was arrested on hate crime charges for allegedly making racial remarks to a Taco Bell worker in Silver Spring and threatening to shoot and kill her, Montgomery County Police said on Monday.
Officer shortages, misconduct case backlog keep Baltimore Police under federal oversight
U.S. District Judge James Bredar on Monday lauded the Baltimore Police Department’s progress under its consent decree but said he couldn’t release the agency from federal supervision unless it addressed persistent officer shortages and overhauled its system for disciplining officers.
The Edward A. Garmatz United States Courthouse in Baltimore on June 16, 2026.
Judge grills Trump administration over plans to overhaul Washington golf course
A federal judge on Monday questioned the Trump administration’s claims surrounding its efforts to redevelop a historic Washington golf course, challenging its contention that a recent tree-cutting spree did not indicate work was moving forward on the project, which is temporarily blocked by a court order.
A golfer walks near log sections cut from trees at the East Potomac Golf Links, in Washington, Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026.
After failed tiny home auction, the Prince George’s County executive raised her hand
After a student-built tiny home drew no bids at auction, Prince George’s County Executive Aisha Braveboy pledged at least $55,000 to keep it in the county.
Prince George’s County students built their first tiny home, dubbed Homestead 24, last school year. The fully functional, 280-square-foot home will go up for auction Sunday, with bidding starting at $55,000.
Here’s what to know about early voting in Maryland
In-person early voting for Maryland’s general election opens Thursday, Oct. 22, at 7 a.m.
Voters line up outside the Odenton Public Library Thursday, October 31, 2024, on the last day of early voting in the general election.
Crab cake institution Pappas sells to financial technology firm
One of Baltimore’s biggest names in crab cakes has a new owner.
After more than 50 years in Baltimore, Pappas restaurants have been sold to a new owner.
Montgomery County schools face Supreme Court review over magnet admissions
The U.S. Supreme Court announced Monday that it would hear a case centered around whether Montgomery County Public Schools’ magnet program admissions policies denied opportunities to Asian American students.
A lawsuit against Montgomery County Public Schools will be reviewed by the U.S. Supreme Court.
4 questions for the Nationals ahead of a consequential offseason
The Nationals were in playoff contention for much of the first half and went on to win the most games since 2019. But not everything was rosy.
Washington Nationals starting pitcher Cade Cavalli delivers during the first inning of a baseball game against the Boston Red Sox, Tuesday, June 30, 2026, in Boston. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)
Orioles focus on player development with Jared Banner hire | Banner Baseball Show
Reacting to the addition of new general manager Jared Banner.
Childs Walker: Why Tyler Huntley and Declan Doyle couldn’t rescue the Ravens this time
The Ravens’ offense scored on its first two possessions, then fell apart in an excruciating 13-10 loss to the Cleveland Browns. Here are five things we learned.
CLEVELAND, OHIO - OCTOBER 18: Kc Concepcion #1 of the Cleveland Browns runs with the ball against Nate Wiggins #2 of the Baltimore Ravens during the fourth quarter of the game at Huntington Bank Field on October 18, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)
Ex-Baltimore Police sergeant sentenced for stealing more than $5,200 by inflating pay
Mark Rutkowski, 52, of Canton, pleaded guilty in Baltimore Circuit Court to theft and misconduct in office.
Exterior of the Bishop L. Robinson, Sr. Police Administration Building, the Baltimore Police Department Headquarters, in Baltimore, Md. on Saturday, July 19, 2025.
Your last-minute guide to applying for Baltimore County school magnet programs
You have just over 24 hours to apply. The good news is, it takes only about five minutes.
Westowne Elementary students in Catonsville practice reading.
Don’t go out after dark: Remembering the caped figure who terrorized O’Donnell Heights
In the summer of 1951, a tall, long-legged figure skittered across the roofs of O'Donnell Heights. Dressed in a top-hat and cape, he peered in windows and tried to lure away children. For decades after, some terrified parents wouldn't let their kids out after dark.
A model stands in Saint Stanislaus Cemetery in O'Donnell Heights in a top hat and cape, the same outfit that witnesses claim the O'Donnell Heights Phantom was wearing.
Orioles hire Jared Banner as general manager
Banner was assistant general manager of the Chicago Cubs.
The Baltimore Orioles have announced that Jared Banner will be the next general manager. Banner served as an assistant general manager of the Chicago Cubs.
2 killed, 3 injured in West Baltimore gas station shooting
A man and a woman were killed and three other people were injured in a shooting at a West Baltimore gas station Sunday night, according to police.
Police tape seen at the intersection of Pennsylvania Ave and Lauren Street.
Streeter: Baltimore Black Sox sculptures will complete the city’s baseball story
COLUMN | A new series of sculptures dedicated to the Baltimore Black Sox fills in the city’s baseball history at a time when Black history is being obscured and destroyed.
Artist Toby Mendez works on a sculpture of Boston Red Sox great Carl Yastrzemski.
Baltimore County is set to give the Ravens $25 million. Here’s why.
The Ravens’ nest might seem to be M&T Bank Stadium, but really, it’s in Baltimore County. That’s where the players practice, primarily live, and — crucially — pay a bulk of their taxes.
Baltimore Ravens rookies warm up during rookie minicamp practice at the Under Armour Performance Center in Owings Mills earlier this year.
Dan Cox wants to talk about Maryland but can’t escape Trump questions
Cox’s message discipline is a marked change from 2022, when he boasted about his associations with President Trump, especially during a competitive Republican primary when he beat then-Gov. Larry Hogan’s choice, Kelly Schulz.
Republican gubernatorial candidate Dan Cox, center, holds a news conference, joined by his running mate, Rob Krop, left, and Del. Bob Long. Cox’s campaign messaging this election avoids mentioning President Donald Trump.
Artists made this East Baltimore industrial site cool. Can tax incentives make it cooler?
Cross Street Partners, along with Philadelphia-based Shift Capital, wants to transform Baltimore’s 1 million-square-foot former Crown Cork & Seal campus into a mixed-use redevelopment.
Cross Street Partners, along with Philadelphia-based Shift Capital, wants to transform Baltimore’s 1 million-square-foot former Crown Cork & Seal campus into a mixed-use redevelopment.
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