Judge scolds Justice Department for ‘profound investigative missteps’ in Comey case
The Justice Department engaged in a “disturbing pattern of profound investigative missteps” in the process of securing an indictment against former FBI Director James Comey, a federal judge ruled Monday in directing prosecutors to provide defense lawyers with all grand jury materials from the case.
The case against former FBI Director James Comey, right, and a separate prosecution of New York Attorney General Letitia James have hastened concerns that the Justice Department is being weaponized in pursuit of Trump’s political opponents.
Key Bridge rebuild expected to cost billions more than preliminary estimate
The new bridge is now expected to open by the end of 2030 and cost between $4.3 billion and $5.2 billion — more than twice initial estimates — Bruce Gartner, executive director of the Maryland Transportation Authority, said Monday.
Crane barges are seen at the Francis Scott Key Bridge site at sunrise as test piles are installed into the Patapsco River bed to test the strength and stability for the new bridge's foundation.
Baltimore County Public Library’s HR director exits after librarian firing flap
The Baltimore County Public Library’s CEO announced Monday night that the system’s human resources director has departed in the wake of an uproar over the firing of part-time librarians, which was quickly rescinded.
Exterior of the Baltimore County Public Library, Catonsville Branch on August 23, 2024
Woman associated with MS-13 convicted of first-degree murder in stabbing death of teen girl
A judge found Iris Alonzo-Salgado guilty of first-degree murder in the 2023 death of a teen girl who was stabbed with a machete in the woods in Olney at the direction of MS-13.
An MS-13 associate was convicted of first-degree murder in the 2023 death of 18-year-old Rosa Sanchez Merino, shown here in an undated photograph released by the Montgomery County State's Attorney's Office.
Montgomery County students get $9 million to boost mental health
“Pay to the order of: The students of Montgomery County,” the oversized check read.
Maryland Sen. Cheryl Kagan (D-Montgomery County), center right, celebrates the signing of an oversized check for $9 million while at a Monday morning Quince Orchard High School event in Gaithersburg.
Baltimore Police commander, 3 others suspended amid California criminal investigation
Four members of the Baltimore Police Department are suspended amid a criminal investigation in California, the department confirmed Monday.
BPD's Major Etwaroo, along with the Eastern District's NCOs, BPD’s Chaplains, and the Victim Services Unit, recently joined the Oliver Community to provide essential resources and support to those affected by recent incidents.  Aug 23, 2024
John Harbaugh thinks the Ravens’ offensive line is playing ‘pretty darn good’
Of course, they can still be better, the head coach acknowledged.
Ravens coach John Harbaugh, right, walks of the field with guard Daniel Faalele (77) after the Ravens beat the Browns 23-16.
Man with Trump sign sentenced for assaults outside Red Emma’s, Peabody Heights Brewery in Baltimore
Matthew Middleton, 34, of Hillen, pleaded guilty on Monday in Baltimore Circuit Court to two counts of second-degree assault and one count of possession of a dangerous weapon.
Red Emma’s bookstore and coffeehouse in the Waverly neighborhood.
Families of Baltimore firefighters killed in Stricker Street blaze say city has ignored their concerns
The families of three Baltimore firefighters who died three years ago battling blazes in vacant rowhomes on Stricker Street said city officials have failed to act and largely pushed them aside, days after prosecutors charged a man in connection with the deaths.
The memorial at the site on Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025, of the deadly 2022 Stricker Street blaze honors three Baltimore firefighters Lt. Kelsey Sadler, Lt. Paul Butrim and EMT/firefighter Kenny Lacayo who died in the blaze.
Baltimore’s New Song Academy closing at the end of the school year
Students will be moved out of a deteriorating building in Sandtown-Winchester, according to City Schools.
In January, the city school board voted to renew New Song’s charter for three years while noting the school needed to get on better long-term financial footing.
Woman made pleading call to 911 before Pasadena-area double homicide
A Lake Shore woman’s 911 call has become pivotal evidence for Anne Arundel County homicide detectives, who swiftly arrested a man in the shooting deaths of her and her husband Sunday.
The District Court in Annapolis.
Man fatally struck by train near the Owings Mills Metro station
A person died after being struck by a Metro SubwayLink train late Sunday, according to the Baltimore County Fire Department.
Commuters head for the exit at the Baltimore area Metro SubwayLink's northernmost Owings Mills stop on Sept. 20, 2023.
Hagerstown mother and nail salon owner set for deportation to Vietnam
Melissa Tran’s six-month legal battle has highlighted the impacts of President Donald Trump’s immigration enforcement campaign on longtime residents and their families.
Mong “Melissa” Tuyen Thi Tran’s university diploma in her Hagerstown home. The mother of four is set to be deported to Vietnam as soon as Monday.
Anne Arundel rolls out school zone speed cameras in South County
Anne Arundel County Police on Monday are activating speed cameras near several schools in South County.
Both speed cameras in the 2300 block of West Patapsco Ave. were stolen on Aug. 26. City police have charged a suspect and say he may be responsible for more than a dozen such thefts.
Childs Walker: All-time Raven Mark Andrews delivers all-time clutch play
Here is what we learned Sunday when the Ravens left Cleveland with an unsightly 23-16 win.
Mark Andrews runs untouched for the game-winning touchdown Sunday as the Ravens beat the Browns 23-16 in Cleveland.
Mark Andrews’ ‘Hurricane’ run stunned the Browns — and the Ravens: ‘I’ve never seen that’
On an afternoon of ugly football, the Ravens saved a moment of brilliance for just the right moment: a 35-yard touchdown run for Mark Andrews.
Ravens tight end Mark Andrews outruns a diving attempted tackle by Browns linebacker Carson Schwesinger to score the winning touchdown Sunday in Cleveland.
Kyle Goon: How Baltimore native Donnell Whittenburg defied age and injury to make history — finally
While many gymnastics careers stall in the early to mid-20s, the Baltimore native achieved his first World Championships gold medal at age 31.
JAKARTA, INDONESIA - OCTOBER 25: Donnell Whittenburg of Team United States reacts after competing in the Men's parallel bars apparatus final on day seven of the Artistic Gymnastics World Championships  at Indonesia Arena on October 25, 2025 in Jakarta, Indonesia.
Can Maryland kick Avelo out of BWI over ICE flights?
A small airline is raising a big stir at Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall airport.
People gather Sunday, July 27, 2025, on an Interstate 195 overpass near BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport to protest Avelo Airlines deal with ICE to operate deportation flights. Avelo operates a limited number of passenger flights out of BWI.
Is Bill Ferguson playing with fire when it comes to redistricting Maryland?
Maryland's Democratic Senate leader has taken a redistricting position that’s at odds with his party.
Senate President Bill Ferguson moderates floor debate on crossover day at the Maryland State House in Annapolis, Md. on Monday, March 17, 2025. Any bill not passed by either the House or Senate by midnight on crossover day is likely defeated for the 2025 session.
Johns Hopkins University has spent nearly double on lobbyists since Trump took office
In the first nine months of this year, Johns Hopkins spent $1.3 million on lobbyists, compared to $750,000 during the same period last year, according to federal disclosure forms.
Empty lounge chairs sit on the quad at Johns Hopkins University on July 3, 2025.
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