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Trump slashed funds for an Eastern Shore oyster hatchery, but a new bill could save it
After President Donald Trump’s administration slashed the budget last year for a major Eastern Shore oyster hatchery, a bill recently passed by Congress — and signed into law by the president — could help.
Cleaned oyster shells at Horn Point Lab sit in cages inside large tanks which will eventually be used as substrate for oyster larvae to attach to.
West Baltimore tenants win $1.4 million, settlement in landlord fraud case
A group of West Baltimore tenants claimed it was an act of fraud to charge rent without a license.
Cora Williams returns to her apartment in the Bellevieu Manchester apartments. She is one of several city tenants suing their landlord and property manager over their failure to procure a rental license, arguing that it was intentional fraud.
CIAA: Western grad Breasia Coit finishes breakout season with award, strong tournament showing
A year ago, Coit was hardly a presence. This year, she’s the best defensive player in the league.
Livingstone’s Breasia Coit, left, with teammate Nielle Reaves, averaged 13.1 points and 12.1 rebounds this season.
Marylanders with disabilities are in a budget fight — again
Marylanders with developmental disabilities find themselves in a budget fight again, as Gov. Wes Moore’s administration looks for ways to contain the ballooning budget of the state Developmental Disabilities Administration.
Carin Smith, left, laughs as her daughter, Ellie Smith, is lifted up by Emma Fiore following a rally against budget cuts last week.
Proposal would give Baltimore more control over public transit
Annapolis lawmakers are considering a proposal to cede some of the governor’s authority over public transit in Baltimore to local authorities — a move that advocates say is long overdue.
A failed measure to change the zoning of Cromwell Station potentially risks state investment for a reimagined Light Rail Link parking lot in Glen Burnie.
7 things to do in Montgomery County, from mahjong 101 to a ‘Play in a Day’
Events around Montgomery County this week include an introduction to mahjong, art exhibits and several theater companies joining to put on a play in a day.
Glen Echo's Adventure Theatre participates in Play in a Day, a challenge to D.C.-area theaters to stage an entire play in 24 hours. Glen Echo's Adventure Theatre participates in Play in a Day, a challenge to D.C.-area theaters to stage an entire play in 24 hours.
Braden Frager scores 21 points to lead No. 12 Nebraska past Terrapins 74-61
Andre Mills had 16 of his 19 points in the second half for Maryland (11-17, 4-13 Big Ten).
Maryland guard Andre Mills, at right against Northwestern, had 19 points Wednesday night against Nebraska.
Oluchi Okananwa scores 25 points and No. 14 Maryland women topple Northwestern 79-57
Maryland (23-6, 11-6 Big Ten) turned Northwestern’s 21 turnovers into 24 points.
Oluchi Okananwa, who scored 25 points, shoots over Daija Turner of Northwestern during Maryland’s home win Wednesday night.
Anne Arundel County executive race draws a crowded Democratic field, but just one Republican
A certified planner and a volunteer firefighter have entered the race for Anne Arundel County’s top elected office. There are now five candidates, including four Democrats and one Republican.
The Arundel Center at 44 Calvert Street in Annapolis, where county government works, on Oct. 22, 2025.
The Maryland gadfly with a front row seat to decades of election lore
“There are things you can only do in person,” Bruce Bereano said. “You can’t do it any other way.”
For at least 40 years, perhaps longer, Bereano has held this post in the corner of the Board of Elections office on one particular night: the state’s candidate filing deadline.
Back on sale: BMA releases more Amy Sherald exhibition tickets
The Baltimore Museum of Art is selling additional tickets to Amy Sherald’s “American Sublime” exhibit after it initially sold out earlier this week.
Wednesday, October 29, 2025 - Amy Sherald's exhibit American Sublime press viewing at the Baltimore Museum of Art. Seen on right is "Bathers".
Man who allegedly fired shots at state trooper also charged in Potomac senior living killing
The man, Maurquise Emillo James, 22, of Baltimore, was working as a medical technician in the senior living facility when he shot a resident, Robert Fuller Jr., according to court documents.
FEBRUARY 25, 2026 - Montgomery County Police Chief Marc Yamada addresses the media at a press conference at police headquarters in Gaithersburg announcing the arrest of a suspect in the murder of Robert Fuller.
Baltimore County paramedic charged in masturbation case gets trial date
A Baltimore County paramedic charged with 23 crimes related to ejaculating and urinating on his coworkers’ food and personal items is scheduled for trial in October.
Exterior of the Circuit Court for Baltimore County in Towson, Md. on Monday, May 19, 2025.
Running for Baltimore County office: A riverkeeper, 2 Gen Zers, the ‘Muslim Marine’ and more
The first Baltimore County Council expansion since 1956, plus no incumbent county executive, brings out a diverse field of candidates.
The sun sinks over the Old Courthouse before a Baltimore County Council legislative session on Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2024 in Towson, MD.
Jon Meoli: Pete Alonso saw how the Mets spent with new owners. There are parallels with the Orioles.
Pete Alonso has been through this before — and has reflections to share.
Baltimore Orioles first baseman Pete Alonso takes questions at an event in the Oriole Park warehouse at Camden Yards in Baltimore last month.
Professional organizer arrested in theft from Bethesda home
Montgomery County Police arrested Aissa Mahdi Ould Brahim, a 27-year-old Gaithersburg man, for allegedly stealing items from a Bethesda home where he was working as a professional organizer.
A Baltimore County police vehicle’s lights flash while parked outside of the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center at the University of Maryland in Baltimore, Md. on Thursday, March 13, 2025.
15 prospects to watch at the NFL scouting combine, from edge rushers to locals
With the draft less than two months away and the Ravens and Commanders both picking in the top 14, here are the prospects to watch this week.
FILE - Texas Tech linebacker David Bailey (31) rushes in during the Big 12 Conference championship NCAA college football game between Texas Tech and BYU Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez, File)
Contested Towson development ordered to pause due to missing permit
Red Maple Place, one of the Baltimore region’s most contested housing developments, faces yet another obstacle after Maryland’s environmental agency ordered a moratorium on some construction work.
A rendering shows Homes for American's plan for Red Maple Place, an apartment building on Joppa Road that would have 50 affordably priced units and six market-rent units. A Circuit Court judge has given a green light to the controversial proposal.
Peter Chang Annapolis is taking reservations ahead of opening
Renowned chef Peter Chang is opening a new restaurant in Annapolis, and now taking reservations.
FEBRUARY 25, 2026 - Peter Chang Annapolis on Bay Ridge Road in Annapolis. The restaurant is opening soon and taking reservations.
Will Baltimore County Council reverse its controversial pension bump?
Amid growing controversy over a Baltimore County Council vote in November 2024 that would double pensions for five of its seven members, two of them proposed legislation to roll that decision back.
Baltimore County Councilman Wade Kach introduced a bill to tie pensions to future salary increases. He said he did not count on the pensions doubling.
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