Kennedy Center will close for renovations after judge blocks returning Trump’s name to building
The board of the Kennedy Center voted Tuesday to close the facility amid financial issues and a dispute over putting President Donald Trump’s name on the iconic performing arts venue, according to people familiar with the matter.
Visitors walk at The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Sunday, Sept. 6, 2026, in Washington.
The New York Times names Montgomery County spot on 50 favorite restaurants list
The New York Times’ list of the 50 best restaurants in America includes one spot in Maryland: the Chef’s Counter at Burnt Hill Farm in Montgomery County.
The Chef’s Counter at Burnt Hill Farm in Clarksburg was named one of The New York Times’ 50 best restaurants in America.
Here’s how Marylanders fared at the 2026 Emmy Awards
The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards brought Marylanders at least one victory and a surprisingly pricey gift bag.
From left clockwise, Stephen Colbert, Janelle James, Oscar Isaac and Shawn Hatosy.
Food insecurity is at a 5-year high across the capital region, according to new report
The Capital Area Food Bank’s annual hunger report, released Tuesday, shows that Prince George’s County residents face the most difficulties accessing food, while those in Montgomery County have seen a notable drop.
The main warehouse of Capital Area Food Bank in Washington, D.C., is the hub for the organization's food donations across the capital region. Their annual hunger report, released Sept. 15, shows that food insecurity is at a five-year high, especially in Prince George's County.
Dozens volunteer their time to restore New Deal Cafe as a third space
New Deal Cafe in Greenbelt has been open since 1995 and is trying to weather recent financial woes with the help of dozens of volunteers.
Volunteers at New Deal Cafe in Greenbelt have helped load in and install kitchen fixtures, including Teddy Kish,  far left, who also works at the local Honda dealership.
At Jem’s Bottle Shop and Cafe, ring the bell for an egg sandwich
For now, Jem's Bottle Shop is just a takeout window at Fayette Street and North Collington Avenue. Baltimore is loving it.
Egg sandwich from Jem's Bottle Shop & Cafe, which opened up as a takeout window near Patterson Park in August.
What downtowns can learn from Silver Spring about growth, diversity and reinvention
Since 2000, the downtown’s residential population has grown from about 7,000 people to more than 15,000 in 2024.
A pedestrian walks past a colorful mural near downtown Silver Spring, Maryland, U.S.
He learned to sew in Baltimore. Now he’s dressed everyone from Usher to the Royal Ballet.
Dante Baylor got his start in Baltimore but has made a name for himself designing and tailoring clothing for some of the world’s biggest celebrities.
Dante Baylor got his start in Baltimore but has made a name for himself designing and tailoring clothing for some of the world's biggest celebrities.
Laverne Cox will discuss new memoir, ‘Transcendent,’ at Baltimore Book Festival
Emmy-winning television producer and actress Laverne Cox will close the first day of the Baltimore Book Festival discussing her memoir, organizers announced.
Laverne Cox arrives at the 19th annual Essence Black Women in Hollywood on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at Fairmont Century Plaza in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)
These Hollywood stars have been spending time in Baltimore. Here’s where they hang out.
Ahead of the last weekend of “Bocking,” the stars of the Baltimore Center Stage sex comedy reveal how they fell in love with Charm City.
Sis Thee Doll, with actor Kalen Allen in the background, performs a scene in “Bocking,” which closes at Baltimore Center Stage on Sunday.
Morgan State University’s marching band to perform at halftime of Giants-Cowboys game
Morgan State University’s Magnificent Marching Machine will perform at halftime Sunday night during the game between the New York Giants and Dallas Cowboys that will commemorate the anniversary of the Sept. 11 terror attacks.
Someone wearing a blue and orange marching band uniform plays a trumpet on a football field in front of the rest of the marching band.
In Nashville, Republicans and Democrats find rare agreement on renaming airport for Dolly Parton
In Nashville, Tennessee, Republican and Democratic leaders are in an ugly partisan battle over who controls the city's airport, but they agree on one thing. It should be renamed to honor the state's favorite daughter, Dolly Parton.
FILE - Dolly Parton poses at the Carnegie Medal of Philanthropy Ceremony in New York, on Oct. 13, 2022. (AP Photo/Andres Kudacki, File)
An AI-altered photo of a ram won a Maryland State Fair contest, sparking outcry
A Maryland State Fair photography contest is facing backlash after an AI-altered image won first place in the “Neon Lights” category, prompting new rules on generative AI.
“The R.A.M.” by Guy Alston won first place in the “Neon Lights” special category — which allowed pictures to be “embellished”— at the Maryland State Fair last month.
Rugby, festivals and a parade could mean weekend traffic headaches across Baltimore
There’s a lot happening this weekend, Baltimore, so drive accordingly.
A pedestrian crosses Pratt Street with cars stopped at various points in the crosswalk on Thursday, March 14, 2024.
25 years later, how Marylanders are honoring the lives lost on 9/11
Many in Maryland are looking to remember those who died, the courage of first responders and the resilience needed to move forward.
Flowers are left on a bench on the grounds of the National 9/11 Pentagon Memorial before the start of the September 11th Pentagon Memorial Observance at the Pentagon on the 17th anniversary of the September 11th attacks, Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2018. (AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais)
Hutzell: 25 years after 9/11, is America safe from terrorism?
COLUMN | In the chaos of America on the 25th anniversary of those attacks, I can’t help but ask if 9/11 could happen again. Are we safe?
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Don’t Know Tavern will get another round at Cross Street Market
The Don’t Know Tavern is coming back to its old neighborhood, this time as a bar at Federal Hill’s Cross Street Market.
The exterior of the Cross Street Market in Baltimore, Md. on Monday, December 9, 2024.
County vs. city? Baltimore comedians Stavros Halkias and Ego Nwodim have thoughts.
What would Stavros Halkias and Ego Nwodim, two comedians from Maryland, talk about for an hour? Baltimore, naturally.
What would Stavros Halkias and Ego Nwodim, two comedians from Maryland, talk about for an hour? Baltimore, naturally.
Fried chicken is dominating Columbia’s fast food scene
Columbia is home to nearly two dozen fried chicken shops, from local gems like Kokee Kitchen to growing chains like Crimson Coward.
From top clockwise, JOEY-EAT-Fries, mild tenders, and chicken and waffles from Crimson Coward in Columbia.
7 things to do in the capital region, from the Prince George’s County Fair to arts festivals
This week’s events include annual staples such as the Silver Spring Jazz Fest and Bethesda Row Arts Festival to the capital region.
Nearly 200 artists will show off their works and wares at the annual Bethesda Row Arts Festival, pictured here in 2025, on Sept. 12 and 13.
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