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Jon Meoli: The Orioles can learn a lot from Samuel Basallo’s stint as everyday catcher. So can he.
COLUMN | With his second home run in three games, Basallo's bat is heating up, and manager Craig Albernaz thinks that has to do with this extended run behind the plate.
Orioles catcher Samuel Basallo makes a catch for an out against the Arizona Diamondbacks on April 13.
City moving to payment plans to help homeowners avoid tax sales
For the first time, city taxpayers may be able to pay their debts in monthly installments.
The Baltimore City Council advanced a bill on Tuesday that would create a monthly payment-plan system to help residents avoid losing their properties in the annual tax sale.
Mitchell Parker flashes a new version of himself in Nationals’ 5-4 win
Parker was one of the worst starting pitchers in baseball last season statistically. Coming out of the bullpen Tuesday, he flipped the script immediately.
Washington Nationals pitcher Mitchell Parke poses for a portrait in February.
Trevor Rogers finally looks human during the Orioles’ 4-3 loss to Diamondbacks
Rogers allowed four runs in 4 2/3 innings. Sure, he gave up nine hits, but who doesn’t have an off night?
Orioles left-hander Trevor Rogers pitches in the second inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Anne Arundel police union says relationship with county prosecutor is broken, endorses challenger
The union for Anne Arundel County police officers has endorsed the challenger to State’s Attorney Anne Colt Leitess, arguing that the Police Department’s relationship with the county prosecutor’s office is broken.
Carolynn Grammas, center, on her last day as Assistant State's Attorney for Anne Arundel County.
Gov. Wes Moore prepares to make case to Maryland voters for another 4 years in office
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore faces token opposition in June’s Democratic primary and a flawed Republican field. But the moment isn’t without challenges.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore turns his attention from his legislative agenda and state budget to campaigning, as he makes a pitch to voters to send him back to the State House for another term.
Republican and Democratic challengers to Mangione offer northern Baltimore County options
Nino Mangione faces Theaux Le Gardeur in Republican primary. Democrat Shawn McIntosh awaits in general election in Baltimore County.
From left, Democrat Shawn McIntosh, and Republicans Nino Mangione and Theaux Le Gardeur.
Meet Louis Fratino, the 32-year-old Marylander taking the art world by storm
To put your work in direct conversation with Henri Matisse would be a daunting challenge for any artist. At 32, Brooklyn-via-Maryland painter Louis Fratino is up for the task.
A Baltimore Museum of Art visitor examines “Waking up first, hard morning light” by Louis Fratino on March 13.
Waymo’s Baltimore rollout stalls without state approval for driverless cars
The future of driverless cars in Maryland is up on blocks after lawmakers left Annapolis without passing key legislation authorizing their use on state roads.
March 4, 2026 - A Waymo vehicle is parked outside the Maryland State House.
Evan Glass is leaning on his record. Is that enough for Montgomery County’s top job?
To ascend to the county’s top elected post, Evan Glass is branding himself as the progressive candidate who knows how to make progress.
Montgomery County Council member Evan Glass, center, speaks to attendees of a Meet and Greet event at Poolesville Memorial United Methodist Church.
The Dish: Where outdoor dining actually feels worth it
From an outdoor plaza in Annapolis to a harborside spot in Baltimore, here are some restaurants where you can enjoy good food and better views.
The patio seating at Ampersea, a restaurant located on the water at the intersection of Fells Point and Harbor East.
Alex Ovechkin gets assist in what could be his final game as the Capitals defeat the Blue Jackets
Ovechkin — the league’s all-time leading goal scorer with 929 — is in the final season of his contract and said he is waiting until after the season before deciding on his future.
Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin shouts from the bench in the second period of an NHL hockey game against the Columbus Blue Jackets.
7-Eleven expects to close hundreds of its stores nationwide this year
Convenience chain 7-Eleven expects to close hundreds of its locations this year.
FILE - A 7-Eleven store is seen, Feb. 5, 2026, in Boston. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa, File)
Annapolis bets on $4,000 tax credit to expand access to child care
Annapolis adopted a $4,000 tax credit for child care centers, with the aim of lowering costs and making it easier for families to find child care.
Annapolis Alderman Brooks Schandelmeier, representing Ward 5, listens during newly-elected U.S. Congresswoman Sarah Elfreth’s election night victory speech in the Atreeum at Soaring Timbers in Annapolis, Md., on Election Day, Tuesday, November 5, 2024.
Orioles pause Jackson Holliday’s rehab due to wrist soreness
The mild right wrist soreness is near the spot where Holliday underwent surgery in February to remove a broken hamate bone.
Orioles second baseman Jackson Holliday poses for a portrait in February during spring training.
Efforts fail to change system that lets anyone file for criminal charges in Maryland
Attempts to reform a system that allows anyone to file for criminal charges without input from police or prosecutors failed on Monday at the 11th hour of the Maryland General Assembly’s 90-day legislative session.
Monday, April 14, 2026 - The House of Delegates Judiciary Committee holds a meeting in the final half-hour of the General Assembly session on Monday to discuss a bill that would have made changes to the process for seeking criminal charges from District Court commissioners. Time ran out before the bill reached final passage.
Man dies after hit-and-run in Baltimore County
A 69-year-old died after being struck by a 2014 Honda CR-V between Belair Road and Prague Avenue on Friday night, Baltimore County Police said.
6/16/22—A Baltimore County police car sits outside of the Public Safety Building and Police Department in Towson.
Orioles manager Craig Albernaz returns with broken jaw, cheek fractures from foul ball
“I feel good, actually. I mean, considering everything,” Albernaz said Tuesday.
Orioles manager Craig Albernaz takes questions from reporters in the interview room the day after a foul ball struck him in the face.
Anne Arundel preserves 47 acres outside Annapolis for walking trails, wildlife
Anne Arundel County officials on Monday celebrated the preservation of 47 acres of woodlands around Saltworks Creek, a tributary of the Severn River.
Some of the newly preserved land near Saltworks Creek in Anne Arundel County. The land is just off Bestgate Road.
Pete Alonso visits BARCS, donates $10K: ‘We want to stand up for the innocent’
The Orioles first baseman toured BARCS, met adoptable animals and donated $10,000 with his wife, Haley.
Orioles first baseman Pete Alonso toured Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter on Tuesday, where he met Fletcher, a young dog. He and his wife donated $10,000 to the shelter.
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