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Former DOJ official takes over state’s investigations into deaths involving police
A longtime Justice Department official who worked as an investigator of civil rights violations is now leading Maryland’s investigations into deaths after encounters with police.
Robert F. Kennedy Department of Justice Building in Washington, DC.
How John Simpson, Jaylinn Hawkins and Durham Smythe will help the Ravens in 2026
The Ravens’ first wave of free agency was defined by the players they lost. But don't overlook their signings.
Guard John Simpson, left, who started all 17 games during his season with the Ravens in 2023, is back to block for Lamar Jackson.
What to do when a tornado is in the forecast
Here’s what to do to be prepared for tornadoes and severe storms.
Two large trees were uprooted at Canton Waterfront Park after a brief but powerful storm passed through Baltimore on Friday, May 16, 2025.
Anne Arundel County state delegate takes on a challenger — in court
Del. Gary Simmons alleges his opponent in the District 12B Democratic primary, John Dove Jr., doesn’t live in the district. The first round in court ended in Dove’s favor, but an appeal is expected.
Del. Gary Simmons, an Anne Arundel County Democrat, sits in the Maryland State House on Sine Die, the final day of the 2024 General Assembly Session in Annapolis, on April 8, 2024. Any bill that doesn’t get passed by midnight on Sine Die is dead and lawmakers will need to address it next year.
Former Trump adviser John Bolton to speak at Annapolis dinner
Bolton, who served as ambassador to the United Nations under President George W. Bush and as national security adviser to President Donald Trump, will speak before the International Club of Annapolis next month.
Attorney and former Trump administration national security advisor John Bolton speaks with historian Garrett Graff at the First Baptist Church during the 2025 Texas Tribune Festival on November 13, 2025 in Austin, Texas. Bolton and Graff convened for an interview, discussing Bolton's time and experience under the Trump administration.
Jon Meoli: Snubbed or not, Gunnar Henderson’s WBC response is great for the Orioles
I bet everyone around and employed by the Orioles has watched the last couple of weeks play out thinking Henderson was going to be on a mission.
Gunnar Henderson enjoys his solo home run against Team Dominican Republic during the fourth inning Sunday night in Miami.
List: Schools to close early Monday due to threat of severe storms
Several school systems across Maryland are closing early on Monday due to the threat of severe weather.
Strong to severe storms are forecast for Monday.
Baltimore County could lose a charter school over a paperwork dispute
Bilingual Global Citizens Public Charter School's building plans were put on hold.
Bilingual Global Citizens Public Charter School was approved by the Baltimore County school board back in 2024 but has been struggling to get off the ground ever since. They have finally found a home at 7941 Corporate Drive in Nottingham.
The Orioles’ strategy for challenging balls and strikes is beginning to take shape
First baseman Pete Alonso, who declined to specifically detail the strategy to maintain what he called a tactical advantage, summed it up this way: “You’ve got to be self-aware to realize when to use it and when not to use it, but you relatively want to keep them for those [big] moments.”
Orioles first baseman Pete Alonso said self-awareness is important when hitters consider whether to challenge an umpire’s call of a strike.
Streeter: As a public-school parent, I thought kids had too much time off. Was I wrong?
It seems, as a parent, that Baltimore City Public School kids have too much time off. Some educators tried to set me straight.
Children sled down the hill at Wyman Park Dell on the morning after the first lasting snowfall of the winter, in Baltimore, MD on Monday, Jan. 6, 2025.
Annapolis got its long-awaited federal funding for City Dock. What’s next?
When the redevelopment of Annapolis City Dock is completed in 2028, the historic waterfront will be protected from flooding by a physically elevated park and a movable flood barrier system.
The Annapolis City Dock redevelopment project is considered fully funded, according to Mayor Jared Littmann.
Animal hoarding horrifies the public. Experts are trying to learn why people do it.
Animals hoarding cases — like on in February in which Baltimore County officials removed 14 dogs, 21 birds, several reptiles and a cat from a Halethorpe woman’s property — may be horrifying, but the people involved often have mental health disorders, experts find.
Baltimore County Department of Health animal services division officers remove a black Labrador Retriever from a home in Halethorpe where dozens of animals were seized last month.
Stopped by a federal immigration officer? Here’s what you need to know.
While immigration enforcement has changed, your rights when confronted by officers have not, legal experts and advocates say. Here’s what you need to know.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 6: An ICE agent monitors hundreds of asylum seekers being processed upon entering the Jacob K. Javits Federal Building on June 6, 2023 in New York City.
Kyle Goon: Craig Albernaz is not afraid to stir the pot. The Orioles have needed a leader like him.
COLUMN | For a first-year manager, Craig Albernaz has tremendous self-confidence, a combative personality and a motormouth. The Orioles have felt stagnant too often for the past season and a half. It’s hard to imagine Albernaz letting that happen.
Orioles manager Craig Albernaz has opinions on a range of topics, and he does not mind sharing them.
A record number of people need help paying energy bills. Some are falling through the cracks.
Maryland utility customers feel crunched by their bills. Assistance programs are out there, but with a list of requirements, some households find themselves ineligible and out of options.
Oscars 2026 recap: A Maryland singer shines on Hollywood’s biggest night
Several artists with Maryland ties contributed to Oscar-winning films, while others performed during Sunday’s live Academy Awards broadcast.
From left to right: Rei Ami, EJAE, and Audrey Nuna perform onstage during the 98th Oscars at Dolby Theatre on March 15, 2026 in Hollywood, California.
Stormy Monday brings early school dismissals, chance of snow
It's going to be rainy with thunderstorms possible on Monday and Monday night, with some flurries even possible.
Potential rain and strong winds are forecast for Monday.
Maryland women’s basketball earns No. 5 seed in NCAA tournament, will face Murray State on Friday
Maryland advanced to the Sweet 16 last season as a No. 4 seed with a dramatic double-overtime win over Alabama in College Park.
Coach Brenda Frese will lead the Terps in the NCAA tournament for the 22nd time in 24 seasons.
UMBC receives First Four matchup against Howard in NCAA tournament
Eight years after its historic March Madness moment, the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, again is preparing to take aim at the nation’s brackets.
UMBC players, from left, senior DJ Armstrong Jr., junior Daylon Dickerson, sophomore Timothy Eze and grad student Paul Greene cheer the announcement of the Retrievers’ selection to the NCAA First Four.
Orioles option Cade Povich to minors as rotation takes shape
Povich produced a 5.21 ERA in 112 1/3 innings last year, and while he showed flashes of dominance, command issues have worked against him.
Cade Povich has started 36 games over the last two seasons for the Orioles, and he was on the roster opening day in 2025.
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