Arts & Culture

Gloria Steinem, the celebrated author and activist who became one of the most visible symbols and potent voices of the U.S. women’s movement and a fierce advocate for feminist causes throughout her life, has died.

Whether you want to laugh it up at the Baltimore Comedy Festival, dance it up at Charm City Live or visit the National Museum of Railroad History and Innovation on Labor Day, we've got you covered.

The capital region will host events including Afro Plus Festival, a standup show from Earthquake and more over Labor Day weekend and beyond.

The festival is also projected to be a significant economic boon for the county.

COLUMN | Liris Crosse, an accomplished plus-sized model and Randallstown High School graduate, found herself at the center of a "Project Runway" controversy that she fears doesn't honor fierce, full women like her. But in this world that wants us all to be the same, Crosse is walking on.

Southwest Airlines is opening its first-ever lounges by late 2027 at four U.S. airports, including Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport.

ThriftBooks, based in Washington state, filed a notice with the Maryland Department of Labor on Aug. 31 indicating it would close its warehouse in Baltimore County and lay off more than 100 workers.

After bringing Emmy-winning talent such as Matthew Weiner and Lena Waithe to Charm City, Artistic Director Stevie Walker-Webb wants to build his legacy with Baltimore Center Stage.

The Royal Blue in Station North is a casual lunch destination, a packed party bar and more — and it works.

No more Bloomin’ Onions for Baltimore: Outback Steakhouse will leave Canton’s Can Company complex after more than 20 years.

The trial brings to a head a decades-old case that for years has drawn the eyes of hip-hop fans and true crime experts alike.

The historic Alex. Brown & Sons building will soon be up for lease after its restaurant tenant, Fruition at 135th, closed Monday.

Chevy Chase’s Junction Bistro, Bar & Bakery shut its doors for good over the weekend — the second closure for the chain in a month, leaving only its original Alexandria, Virginia, location.

About one month after The Mall in Columbia’s owner launched a paid parking program, signs designating 120 preferred spots near the main entrance have been taken down.

A former plantation is being transformed into Wetipquin Creek State Park, the first state park in Wicomico County.

The trip to the bridge’s remains was the culmination of a summer partnership between the Girl Scouts of Turner Station and the Pleasant Yacht Club.

COLUMN | Having watched several newcasts of WMAR-2’s new format, I can say it’s sort of like an anchorless boat — floating all over the place.

Until this year, the closest stores where Prince George’s County residents could get personalized fittings and expert advice on running shoes were nearly an hour’s drive away.

Round House Theatre in Bethesda is turning 50. Its scope has grown, but the mission remains the same.

COLUMN | Maryland is filled with people, places and foods unique to this quirky little state. It takes years to add them to your essential checklist, but the process is what makes life here special.