Cafes, bars, restaurants: Baltimore’s hottest new spots (plus one in Frederick County)
Baltimore (and just beyond) is buzzing with new restaurants like Chefrock’s and À Demain Cafe, according to food social media influencer Chris Franzoni.
A sampling of croiffles — a buttery croissant pressed into a waffle — with various toppings from À Demain Cafe.
Kyle Goon: Jim Palmer knows Mark Andrews’ pain — and how to heal from it.
Jim Palmer knows what it’s like to crash out in a loser-goes-home-game from getting shelled in 1982. He believes Ravens tight end Mark Andrews will bounce back.
Hall of Famer pitcher Jim Palmer played for the Orioles from 1965 to 1984.
Relying on the rookie: Why the Ravens are confident Malaki Starks can get them started strong
The Ravens hope Starks will help prevent the poor play from the secondary that plagued the beginning of last season.
Safety Malaki Starks, the Ravens’ first-round draft pick, has made a strong impression on the team before playing his first game.
Generations gather and traditions evolve at the Maryland State Fair
As the 144th annual Maryland State Fair closes, we look at how the institution has changed since its early days.
Friday, Sept 5, 2025 - Aubrey Baker, 17, of Chestertown fills the highland cows buckets with water as they prepare for the first highland cow show at the Maryland State Fair.
In one DC neighborhood after federal intervention, the notion of more authority is a mixed bag
The crime that President Trump has mobilized federal law enforcement to address is something Anacostia residents would like to see more resources dedicated to. But it’s complicated.
Members of the South Carolina National Guard patrol with the Lincoln Monument in the background.
Writing 87 obituaries taught me we are more alike than we think
Cayla Harris shares what she’s learned since becoming The Banner’s first obituary writer in October: Obits aren’t inherently sad, we all have more in common than we think, and everyone experiences grief differently.
A writer sits at a window, with a pen in her hand. The wallpaper shows the stories she has written.
Baltimore has a crime problem. That’s not why Trump is threatening to send in the National Guard.
President Donald Trump’s threat is not about crime. It's not even about Baltimore or Chicago or any other of his favorite municipal punching bags. It is about power.
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 14:  California National Guard soldiers (front) stand guard at a federal building on June 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. Protesters held an anti-Trump "No Kings Day" demonstration in downtown Los Angeles which has been the focus of protests against Trump's immigration raids. Marches and protests against the Trump administration and its policies are taking place across the United States today. Protesters are also reacting in opposition to a planned military parade celebrating the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army in Washington, DC, coinciding with President Trump's birthday.
Kyle Goon: On a night celebrating history, the young, gritty Orioles finally give hope for the future
The Orioles have struggled in close games at home, becoming the last club to win a walk-off game. But lately they've shown signs that they're gathering resolve.
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - SEPTEMBER 06: Emmanuel Rivera #26 of the Baltimore Orioles celebrates with Robinson Chirinos #23 after hitting a single in the ninth inning to walk off the Los Angeles Dodgers at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on September 06, 2025 in Baltimore, Maryland.
Samuel Basallo exits Orioles game with right hand injury
Basallo, the Orioles’ top prospect, made his MLB debut Aug. 17 and has taken over as the everyday catcher since Adley Rutschman went on the injured list four days later.
Catcher Samuel Basallo walks off the field with manager Tony Mansolino at Oriole Park at Camden Yards in Baltimore, Md., on Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025.
One out from being no-hit, Orioles score 4 runs to beat Dodgers 4-3
Jackson Holliday broke up the no-hitter with a home run, and Emmanuel Rivera provided the winning hit.
Baltimore Orioles' Emmanuel Rivera, third from left, celebrates with teammates after hitting a walk-off single during the ninth inning of a baseball game against the Los Angeles Dodgers, Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025, in Baltimore.
Davey Johnson, player on 2 Orioles World Series teams and later winning manager, dies at 82
Johnson was a three-time All-Star with the Orioles and three-time Gold Glove winner at second base.
Baltimore Orioles manager Davey Johnson breaks into a smile as he talks to players during the sixth inning Wednesday, Oct. 1, 1997, against the Seattle Mariners at the Kingdome in Seattle. The Orioles scored four runs in the inning, as well as four in the previous inning.
As the Orioles honor its 30th anniversary, Cal Ripken Jr. says he would like to see someone break his streak
On Sept. 6, 1995, Ripken passed Lou Gehrig for the all-time record for consecutive appearances. On Saturday, the Orioles tried to re-create the moment.
Cal Ripken Jr. waves to fans as he rides a convertible around Oriole Park at Camden Yards on Saturday.
Thousands protest for a ‘Free DC’ on the 4th week of federal control in Washington
WASHINGTON (AP) — Thousands of protesters marched across Washington, D.C., on Saturday in one of the largest demonstrations against President Donald Trump’s federal takeover of policing in the nation’s capital.
WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 6: Demonstrators march from Meridian Hill Park to Freedom Plaza during the "We Are All DC: A National March" on September 6, 2025 in Washington, D.C.
Top cyclists return to Baltimore as women join the race for the first time
It's the first year for the women to ride in the Maryland Cycling Classic, which entails several loops all within the city.
Riders traverse Guilford Avenue in the inaugural women’s race of the Maryland Cycling Classic.
Storms forecast to move into region Saturday, overnight after warm, muggy start to the weekend
Saturday started warm and muggy, but that late-summer humidity is expected to act as fuel for storms that will develop Saturday afternoon and evening amid a plethora of events in Baltimore.
Cars drive on West Nursery Road near BWI during a thunderstorm in the Baltimore, Md. region on Tuesday, July 1, 2025.
Ravens vs. Bills: 5 things to watch, including Lamar Jackson’s blitz beaters, Trenton Simpson and more
The Ravens’ season opener is many things to many people. Unless, maybe, you’re Lamar Jackson.
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson greets Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen after their game at M&T Bank Stadium last season.
How a Baltimore artist uses painting in the outdoors to connect with communities
Outdoor painting is centuries old, and artists in Maryland are still up for the challenge. Baltimore artist Justin Witte is an example.
Plein air artist Jason Witte stands with his nearly finished painting near Hillen Road in Baltimore.
The collectibles and tchotchkes I kept from Cal Ripken Jr.’s streak
I went digging through my parents’ storage unit and my own basement to resurface some of the items I’ve been holding on to all these years.
Author Brandon Weigel resurfaces some of the items he’s been holding on to all these years.
Letter: ICE should not leave those it releases stranded, far from home
Lia Nigro of Columbia writes that ICE should not leave those it releases stranded and without resources far from their homes.
Daniel Fuentes Espinal, the Maryland pastor who was arrested by ICE in late July, embracing his daughter Clarissa outside of the detention center in Louisiana on August 14, 2025. His daughter Clarissa Fuentes Diaz took the photos. She has given us permission to use them in the future.
Samuel Basallo rips first Camden Yards homer for walk-off win over Dodgers
The enthralling finish was a needed splash of joy after starter Dean Kremer exited early in a pitching showdown with reigning MVP Shohei Ohtani.
Baltimore Orioles' Samuel Basallo, left, celebrates after hitting a walkoff home run during the ninth inning of a baseball game against the Los Angeles Dodgers, Friday, Sept. 5, 2025, in Baltimore.
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