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    Letter: Banner coverage of MICA missed the college’s positive trajectory
    The Banner’s coverage of MICA’s Bicentennial Opening Celebration missed indications that the art institute is on a positive trajectory, the college’s president, Cecilia M. McCormick, writes.
    MICA President Cecilia M. McCormick gives remarks at Falvey Hall during the Baltimore art school’s Bicentennial Opening Celebration in January.
    Hundreds rally at City Hall for ICE response training as tensions rise in Maryland
    Bundled up in parkas and armed with “ICE OUT” signs, hundreds of people gathered and listened intently as speakers dolled out advice on how to handle encounters with ICE officers.
    Hundreds attend a rally and ICE watch training at Baltimore City Hall on Saturday.
    Hundreds in Baltimore area lose water after mains break and pipes freeze
    Dozens of water main breaks around the Baltimore area left hundreds of residences without water on Saturday, according to city officials.
    A work crew digs up Lake Avenue in Baltimore looking for a water main break Saturday.
    Marylanders brace for ‘dangerously cold’ wind chills as bomb cyclone hits East Coast
    Marylanders should brace for “dangerously cold” wind chills Saturday evening into Sunday as a bomb cyclone hits the East Coast, according to the National Weather Service.
    Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026 — The historic Niernsee and Neilson's Mortuary Chapel stands out in the deep snow coating Greenmount Cemetery as the sun rises on a cold Wednesday morning.
    Powerful storm threatens East Coast with snow possible from Maryland to Maine
    A powerful storm bore down on the East Coast on Saturday, with forecasters warning of howling winds, flooding and snow possible from Maryland to Maine.
    Wind, flooding and heavy snow could lead to blizzard conditions on the East Coast.
    Howard County executive seeks to restrict privately owned detention centers amid immigration crackdown
    Howard County Executive Calvin Ball introduced emergency legislation on Friday to block a privately owned detention facility in Elkridge, according to a county press release.
    Howard County Executive Calvin Ball listens to remarks being given during a town hall meeting at Howard Community College’s Kahlert Complex in Columbia, Md. on Tuesday, March 11, 2025.
    Don Lemon faces charges for covering Minnesota church protest. Here’s what to know.
    The arrests of Don Lemon and independent journalist Georgia Fort are especially troubling for legal experts and media groups who worry about the chilling effect on coverage of the Trump administration.
    Don Lemon is one of nine people to have been charged with violating federal laws in connection with a protest at a Minnesota church earlier this month.
    The latest Epstein document release includes more on his famous associates
    The Justice Department on Friday released many more records from its investigative files on Jeffrey Epstein, including correspondence either with or about Donald Trump, Bill Clinton, Elon Musk, Prince Andrews, and more.
    WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 30: Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche speaks at a news conference to announce an update on the Epstein files at the Department of Justice on January 30, 2026 in Washington, DC. Blanche announced that the department had released three million additional pages in the investigation of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. (Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images)
    Project Salt Box: How citizen sleuths are monitoring ICE in Maryland
    Inside their homes scattered around the Baltimore area, the group of watchdogs is unearthing records, like property filings, contracts, and government procurements, that are otherwise overlooked.
    Jon Meoli: More Orioles played through injuries last year than we knew. How might things change in 2026?
    It’s hard to quantify the impact of the injuries they play through and what kind of weight they are on the club’s performance.
    Baltimore Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman (35) grimaces after a strike in a game against the Chicago White Sox at Oriole Park at Camden Yards in Baltimore, Md. on Friday, May 30, 2025.
    The nor’easter will bring ‘below zero’ wind chills and snow to eastern Maryland
    Gusty winds and below-freezing temperatures are expected to keep Maryland chilly over the weekend, one week after the most significant snowfall in a decade.
    The Washington Monument is seen among the buildings in Mount Vernon as the sun rises on a cold Wednesday morning.
    Snow-covered bus stops and sidewalks make getting around Baltimore a dangerous endeavor
    As the Baltimore region struggles to emerge from a winter storm and arctic temperatures, entombed bus stops and sidewalks are creating difficulties — and danger — for public transit riders and pedestrians.
    A man boards a bus on Charles Street on Wednesday.
    Trump names former Federal Reserve governor as the next Fed chair, to replace Powell
    President Donald Trump said Friday that he will nominate former Federal Reserve official Kevin Warsh to be the next chair of the Fed.
    Kevin Warsh speaks to the media about his report on transparency at the Bank of England in 2014.
    The Orioles have had a busy winter, and say it’s boosted ticket sales
    “And, as we have demonstrated our continued commitment to making sure we’re playing top-tier baseball, our fans have acknowledged that,” said Catie Griggs, the team’s president of business operations. “There is definitely excitement in this market. We are seeing that in ticket sales.”
    The Orioles say they have seen an increase in ticket sales during the offseason, although they did not provide figures.
    Loyola University Maryland gets 3 record-high gifts in a row
    Together, the donations bring in $32 million for Loyola University Maryland, the private college in North Baltimore.
    Loyola University Maryland, in Baltimore, Thursday, March 13, 2025.
    What does Jesse Minter want from the Ravens’ offense? With Lamar Jackson, maybe less is more.
    Ravens coach Jesse Minter couldn’t say much about the most important hire of his head coaching tenure Thursday. After all, he hasn’t made it yet.
    Ravens coach Jesse Minter greets current and former players following a news conference Thursday in Owings Mills.
    Is Maryland local law enforcement ready for expected ICE surge?
    President Donald Trump’s massive immigration enforcement push has seen federal agents get violent with residents, raising the prospect of local authorities having to hold them accountable. Are Maryland’s police and prosecutors ready?
    People march through East Baltimore during a protest this month to denounce ICE’s presence in the city.
    List: School closings and delays for Friday
    Here are the Maryland K-12 schools, colleges and universities that will be closed, delayed or switching to virtual learning due to the weather.
    Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026 — Baltimore County School busses sit in the county lot on Providence Road on day when schools are closed because of snow.
    Jesse Minter sets the tone in first press conference | Banner Ravens Podcast
    Minter is making it a point to solicit player feedback.
    6 takeaways from Ravens head coach Jesse Minter’s first press conference, from play-calling to the coordinator search
    A week ago, the Ravens hired Jesse Minter as the fourth head coach in franchise history. On Thursday, he got his grand introduction.
    From left, Ravens President Sashi Brown, newly hired head coach Jesse Minter and GM/Executive Vice President Eric DeCosta hold a news conference announcing Minter’s hiring on Thursday at the Under Armour Performance Center.
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