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How to celebrate Pride in Maryland as Baltimore marks 50 years
There are tons of Pride events in June, including parades, festivals, brunches and block parties.
More than 150,000 people attended Pride Week events in Baltimore last year.
Harbor East roads reopen after 5,000-gallon fuel spill dyes harbor red
Boat services on the Harbor Connector line between Maritime Park and Locust Point also returned Monday morning.
The fuel spill was traced back to a Johns Hopkins facility at its East Baltimore medical campus.
NIH scientists publish declaration criticizing Trump’s deep cuts in public health research
On Monday, scores of scientists at the agency sent a letter challenging the Trump administration’s cuts in public health research.
Jenna Norton, a researcher at the NIH, in a gray jacket and black shirt.
Banks, business leaders to raise at least $100 million to address Baltimore’s vacant homes
The investment came with a call for increased urgency from the city.
Community members from across Baltimore’s congregations and housing coalitions stand in unity at a press conference about the state of vacant housing in the city at Greater Harvest Baptist Church on Sunday.
One dead, several injured in I-95 crash involving Maryland state trooper
The crash occurred at around 2:02 a.m. when a Jeep Cherokee struck an on-duty state trooper’s vehicle, leading to a multi-vehicle crash.
The Maryland State Police logo.
Sunday storms could bring damaging winds, hail and heavy rain
By midday, forecasters will be monitoring the potential for stronger storms and heavier rainfall across Maryland.
Scattered showers and thunderstorms are likely throughout the day.
Letter: Dear David Rubenstein — Orioles have a baseball problem, not a brand problem
Stan Heuisler of Baltimore says the Orioles don’t have a brand problem, they have a baseball problem.
Longtime Orioles fan Stan Heuisler of Baltimore says team owner David Rubenstein and the O’s don’t have a brand problem, they have a baseball problem.
Kids who escaped school by boat finally get a field day
Some of the children are frightened by rain now. Westernport counselor Tessa Fitzgerald invites them to talk about their fears.
Westernport Elementary School Principal Derek Horne leads a group of students to their bus at the end of the school day at Frostburg State University on Thursday.
Labubus are invading Maryland. What to know about the cute, creepy little monsters.
Labubus, a plush toy by the Chinese collectible company Pop Mart, have started popping up everywhere. Here’s what’s behind the craze.
Labubus, a plush toy by the Chinese collectible company Pop Mart, have grown in popularity since their launch in 2019.
Letter: Banner readers deserve more coverage of Gaza
Dottye Burt-Markowitz of Baltimore says Banner readers deserve more coverage of local events aiming to end suffering in Gaza.
A demonstration calling for a ceasefire in Gaza and a safe return for all hostages held at Lawyers Mall in downtown Annapolis last March.
Beating the odds: 60 years of friendship bound by sticky buns and Baltimore memories
A group of 1965 Forest Park High School graduates is happy to dish on the secret to their remarkable, long-lasting connection.
Back row, left, Emory Bernard Woods and right, Paul King. Front row from left, Patricia Waddy,  Marsha “Bubbles” Logan, Cynthia Lambirth, Fredricka Williams, Joyce L. Gillard, and Denise Chappell pose for a portrait at Kelsey's Restaurant Irish Pub in Ellicott City, Wednesday, April 23, 2025.
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Johns Hopkins now says about 5,000 gallons of fuel spilled in Baltimore Harbor
The diesel, used to power backup generators on the Hopkins medical campus, flowed into stormwater drains.
People walk past the end of the Lancaster Street Canal as bright-colored oil covers the water on Thursday, June 5, 2025, after an oil spill on Wednesday.
Baltimore’s billion-dollar opioid case decision delayed until next week
The long-awaited decision on the city’s multibillion-dollar lawsuit was pushed on Friday.
6/28/22—The exterior of the Baltimore City Circuit Courthouse., Elijah E. Cummings Courthouse, Courthouse East
Behind the scenes, ICE is meeting with Howard County’s top elected leaders
Federal immigration authorities are meeting behind closed doors with Howard County’s top elected leaders to discuss a dispute over detaining people in the county jail who are suspected of entering the country illegally.
The Howard County Department of Corrections has its detention center on Waterloo Road in Jessup. ICE officials appear to want the Howard County Council to change county law regarding its detainer requests for county inmates.
Anne Arundel’s transformation of Glen Burnie Town Center: ‘Colorful, vibrant, inviting’
Reimagining the plaza is central to the county’s revitalization of the Baltimore-Annapolis Boulevard Corridor in Glen Burnie.
Better Block in a Box, at right, is a shipping container that can serve as a bar, bookstore or art studio, at the Glen Burnie Town Center on Friday.
Baltimore County residents to see water rate hike starting in July
The Board of Estimates approved a 4.9% rate increase to water utility costs for Baltimore County residents beginning in July. 
Baltimore and Baltimore County share water and some sewer systems, which are managed by the city. 
Where to get free doughnuts around Baltimore on National Doughnut Day, June 6
The first Friday in June marks a day for all those with sweet tooth: National Doughnut Day.
Local bakeries and national chains are offering deals for those with a sweet tooth on National Doughnut Day.
Lutherville resident and philosopher Alphonso Lingis found beauty in the different and strange
Alphonso "Al" Lingis, a prominent philosopher and phenomenologist who lived in Lutherville, died May 8 of meningitis and a brain abscess. He was 91.
Alphonso “Al” Lingis.
Her husband died suddenly. Then the inquiries for her house began.
In tragedy, some housing professionals see opportunity.
Molly and her son, Henry, play at a park near their home.
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