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    Teachers union, Montgomery County schools heading into tough bargaining negotiations
    The union warned of scare tactics as the district faces financial strain.
    The union warned of scare tactics as the Montgomery County faces financial strain.
    A nor’easter is brewing off the East Coast. Here’s what Marylanders need to know.
    A strong nor’easter is developing off the East Coast. While forecasts suggest the worst of the storm could miss Maryland, the National Weather Service said that a lot about the storm’s path and strength remains uncertain.
    A strong nor’easter is developing off the East Coast. While forecasts suggest the worst of the storm could miss Maryland, the National Weather Service said that a lot about the storm’s path and strength remains uncertain.
    ‘Jordan will never get a chance’: Family frustrated after teen sentenced in death of 3-year-old girl
    The family of a 3-year-old girl who was struck and killed by a 14-year-old driving a stolen car in Baltimore voiced frustration Wednesday after the teenager was sentenced in juvenile court.
    Nyjada Billy, the mother of 3-year-old Jordan Bright, speaks after the juvenile court sentencing of the 14-year-old who struck and killed Bright while driving a stolen car in Baltimore.
    Neighbors resist western Howard County development, citing well water concerns
    Some western Howard County residents are pushing back on a proposed housing development they say could hurt their neighborhood’s reliance on well water. A developer has proposed building an age-restricted 26-home community on a rural Triadelphia Road parcel.
    Becky Merrill and Susan Euteneuer in Merrill’s backyard in Ellicott City.
    How a Baltimore community’s search for a missing teacher ended with news of his arrest
    Hamilton Elementary/Middle School parents were worried about their kids’ science teacher. Then they found out where he was.
    Elizabeth Cook printed out missing-person posters to help search for her daughter's science teacher, Rogie Legaspi. She didn't hang a single one before finding out he'd been arrested.
    Maryland campuses grapple with cheating as AI reshapes college life
    Some professors are worried an overreliance on large language models is impacting students’ ability to learn.
    Students at the University of Maryland, College Park mill around campus during the second week of classes.
    The Orioles beat themselves too many times. These were the most maddening examples.
    If the Orioles didn’t beat themselves so many times, perhaps they’d be in the postseason.
    Baltimore Orioles' Jackson Holliday (7) throws out New York Mets' Bo Bichette at first base after foercing out Francisco Lindor (12) for a double play during the first inning of a baseball game Monday, Sept. 14, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)
    This Hyattsville group helps furnish homes for free. It needs a home, too.
    Volunteers at Welcome Home Neighbor help people, many of whom have experienced homelessness or domestic violence, reset their lives with donated home furnishings. But the group will soon lose its storage space and is in need of a permanent home.
    Volunteers at Welcome Home Neighbor help people, many of whom have experienced homelessness or domestic violence, reset their lives with donated home furnishings.
    In the final home game of 2026, Orioles’ Trey Gibson pitches the best start of his career
    Vying for a place in next season’s rotation, Gibson made his case with the best outing of his life.
    Trey Gibson pitched 6 2/3 shutout innings, allowing three hits and striking out seven against the Blue Jays in Game 2 Wednesday night.
    Kyle Goon: The threat of a lockout looms over 2027. But in home finale the Orioles spark positive thinking.
    COLUMN | The last day of baseball at Camden Yards in 2026 could have been a melancholy one as many observers expect a lockout that could delay baseball in 2027. But a doubleheader sweep helped temporarily drive out the demons.
    Baltimore Orioles first baseman Pete Alonso (25) raises his glove to wave to Orioles fans in the crowd at the conclusion of their final home game of the season, a win against the Toronto Blue Jays, at Oriole Park at Camden Yards in Baltimore, Md. on Wednesday, September 23, 2026.
    Ravens star Nnamdi Madubuike moves closer to 2026 debut; Zay Flowers misses practice
    Ravens defensive lineman Nnamdi Madubuike took another step in his comeback from a serious 2025 neck injury, fully participating in Wednesday’s practice for the first time this season.
    Baltimore Ravens defensive tackles Nnamdi Madubuike (92) and Broderick Washington Jr. (96) cross a practice field to join teammates during the team’s training camp at the Under Armour Performance Center in Owings Mills, Md. on Tuesday, August 19, 2025.
    Chris Bassitt gets best of Max Scherzer as Orioles eliminate Blue Jays
    If this is the end, only they will know. Scherzer, 42, has compiled a Hall of Fame career. Bassitt, 37, has been a reliable starter for many years.
    Chris Bassitt allowed two runs and seven hits over five-plus innings.
    Man who killed McDonald’s worker at drive-thru sentenced to life
    The man found guilty of murdering 23-year-old Britrain Marcelus Gray while he was working in a McDonald’s drive-thru in Gambrills was sentenced to life in prison plus 20 years.
    WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2026 - Charles Blackeney, right, speaks with Anne Arundel County State's Attorney Anne Colt Leitess. Blackeney is the older brother of Britrain Gray, who was murdered while he was at work at a McDonald's in 2022.
    Yohandy Morales homers, Nationals bullpen hangs on for a 4-2 win over the Tigers
    Washington has won eight of its last 11 games.
    Washington Nationals' Yohandy Morales hits a two-run home run against the Detroit Tigers during the sixth inning.
    Feds to debut AI air traffic tool at BWI, DC-area airports before nationwide rollout
    Federal officials said this week that the Strategic Management of Airspace Routing Trajectories system, or SMART tool, is launching for the capital region’s three main airports — BWI, Dulles and DCA — ahead of a broader rollout.
    Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport  is among the area airports where federal officials will try out a new AI-powered tool to help manage the tarmac and airspace.
    Can the Ravens find their defensive identity in Brazil? | Banner Ravens Podcast
    Previewing Sunday’s matchup against the Cowboys in Rio de Janeiro.
    Pete Alonso named unanimous winner of Most Valuable Oriole award
    The first baseman has 40 home runs, 24 doubles and an American League-leading 108 RBIs, and he holds an on-base plus slugging percentage of .869.
    Orioles first baseman Pete Alonso celebrates with shortstop Gunnar Henderson after homering against the Boston Red Sox on Sept. 3.
    Jackson Holliday to undergo wrist surgery; Samuel Basallo out with concussion
    Jackson Holliday and Samuel Basallo did not have superb seasons, but they are both just 22 years old. Manager Craig Albernaz said they showed growth throughout the year in several areas.
    Orioles second baseman Jackson Holliday connects with a pitch in the second inning against the Philadelphia Phillies on July 31.
    5 things to know about data centers in Baltimore County
    The County Council passed a one-year extension of its data center moratorium on Tuesday night.
    January 13, 2025 - Council members Todd Crandall, David Marks, Izzy Patoka, Michael Ertel, Julian Jones and Pat Young  participate in the first work session of the year.
    Orioles’ Luis De León thought relievers had it easy. Then he became one.
    Being a reliever, Luis De León has realized, is not so easy at all. Except, despite a hiccup in his debut, De León has at least made this all look easy.
    Being a reliever, Luis De León has realized, is not so easy at all. Except, despite a hiccup in his debut, De León has at least made this all look easy.
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