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Ellicott City invokes ‘Back to the Future’ to save its clock tower
Seven years after Old Ellicott City lost its historic clock in a disastrous flood, the town is finally replacing the landmark — and leaning into a lot of goofy “Back to the Future” references.
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball and his deputy chief of staff Felix Facchine, dressed as Marty McFly, sit in a DeLorean modeled after the car from “Back to the Future.”
In her latest mystery, Laura Lippman — and Mrs. Blossom — blooms
Laura Lippman, who will appear at The Banner Book Club on Wednesday, discusses “Murder Takes a Vacation” and the importance of Mrs. Blossom.
Laura Lippman will talk “Murder Takes a Vacation” at The Banner Book Club on Wednesday.
Baltimore County continues its crackdown on Towson bars serving minors
Weeks after reprimanding The Greene Turtle for the sports bar’s “Thirsty Thursday” promotions, Baltimore County officials are coming after more Towson bars accused of serving minors.
Police officers patrol the sidewalk as revelers participate in a recent Thirsty Thursday in Towson.
I’m as proud walking a 10K now as I was running the Baltimore Marathon 20 years ago
Twenty years ago, I ran the marathon at the Baltimore Running Festival. This past weekend, my twin sister and I celebrated the anniversary by walking a shorter race.
Banner columnist Leslie Gray Streeter and her twin sister, Lynne Streeter Childress, at the running festival 20 years ago and this year.
Subscriber bonus: Listen to Ira Glass and David Simon talk Baltimore and storytelling
The creator of "This American Life" spoke with TV producer and writer David Simon about storytelling at an event hosted by The Banner. Listen to their conversation.
Ira Glass and David Simon in conversation at “The Art of the Story: A Conversation with Ira Glass and David Simon,” presented by The Baltimore Banner and WYPR at the MICA Brown Center in Baltimore.
‘SNL’ parodies ‘fire’ Maryland teen podcasters and their veggie-hating vibes
The late-night show, which had singer-songwriter Sabrina Carpenter as host and musical guest, did a sketch that appeared to draw inspiration from the “MD Foodie Boyz” podcast.
SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE -- Episode 1887 -- Pictured: (l-r) Veronika Slowikowska as Jason, Jane Wickline as Kyler, host and musical guest Sabrina Carpenter as Tayson, and Chloe Fineman as Braylor during the "Boys Podcast" sketch on Saturday, October 18, 2025
Long lines at Café Dear Leon? Try the owners’ new spot in Remington.
The owners of Café Dear Leon are striving to build a sense of home in Remington with their new eatery, La Maison.
La Maison opened Wednesday in Remington, becoming the second bakery of the Cafe Dear Leon owner. Most notable is its expanded size, which can accomodate more customers than ever before.
Vacations, Botox and fancy food: What’s your personal recession indicator?
No birthday trip? Less dining out? Marylanders talk about their personal recession indicators — signs in their own lives that the economy's headed for bumpiness.
Woman of color compares price tags and nutritional information at grocery store during economic inflation while shopping
How ‘The Blair Witch Project’ birthed a terrifying film subgenre in Maryland
Found-footage horror films exploded in popularity after the release of Maryland-made “The Blair Witch Project,” according to a Banner analysis of over 4,000 horror movies.
Eduardo Sanchez scouting the woods during pre-production of The Blair Witch Project.
As Starbucks closes shops, here are Baltimore’s best local coffee spots
Starbucks’ closures remind us that independent coffee shops are the heartbeat of Baltimore’s caffeine culture, says food social media influencer Chris Franzoni.
Catalog Coffee's What the Kitchen Eats breakfast sandwich.
Heavy traffic expected this weekend amid ‘No Kings 2.0,’ Baltimore Running Festival
Parking restrictions and some lane closures will begin early in preparation for the Baltimore Running Festival.
Marathon and 10K runners take off at the start of their events during the Baltimore Running Festival on October 19th, 2024 in Baltimore, MD. Eric Thompson for The Baltimore Banner.
Meet Maryland’s modern witches: From kitchen magic to moon rituals
Witches are everywhere in Maryland. Here is a look at what they believe, what they do and how they fit into our modern world.
Jessica Davis outside her home in Annapolis.
Yes, ‘Karen,’ your Maryland crab cakes are made with imported seafood
A video taken by an irate diner about the sourcing of a Maryland crab cake at G&M Restaurant keeps going viral on social media.
A crab cake and sides from G&M Restaurant in Linthicum Heights.
About time: Maryland native realizes dream with Renaissance Festival shop
The fifth time was the charm for Sharon Lane, a Maryland native who landed a hard-to-get spot at the Maryland Renaissance Festival this year. The sold-out festival in Anne Arundel County concludes this weekend.
Sharon Lane adjusts the display at Clockwork Traveler, her wearable-art storefront at the Maryland Renaissance Festival.
How far am I willing to drive for a Colossal Donut?
The planned closure of Shoppers in Germantown will diminish your chances to get one of the region’s finest doughnuts.
Shoppers’ colossal doughnuts, shown here at the Germantown grocery location, are a customer favorite.
Ace Frehley, Kiss’ original lead guitarist and founding member, dies at 74
Ace Frehley, the original lead guitarist and founding member of the glam rock band Kiss who captivated audiences with his elaborate makeup and smoke-filled guitar, died Thursday. He was 74.
Kiss guitarist Paul Stanley, right, guitarist Ace Frehley, center, and bassist Gene Simmons play during the band's farewell concert in the Detroit area, Thursday, May 25, 2000, at the Palace of Auburn Hills, Mich.. (AP Photo/Paul Warner, File)
What to do in Baltimore this weekend, including Comic-Con and a running festival
Whether you want to explore Baltimore Comic-Con, cheer on the Baltimore Running Festival or be amazed by magician Justin Willman, we’ve got you covered.
Rashid Farmer, right, has a lightsaber duel with Trey Jones during Baltimore Comic-Con at the Baltimore Convention Center on September 8, 2023.
7 things to do in Annapolis: Pride Parade and Festival adds new element to October
Events in Annapolis this week, including a the hosting of a previously postponed Annapolis Pride Parade and Festival and the Ballet Theatre of Maryland.
Josh Seefried holds a rainbow umbrella as he walks in the Annapolis Pride Parade and Festival on June 1, 2024.
7 things to do in Howard County, from spooky fun to an owlish affair
Seven things to do in Howard County, including Halloween-themed events and Fall Pop Concert.
Monty the Eastern Screech Owl perches on the Howard County Conservancy land manager Tabby Fique's hand, Aug. 29, 2024. Monty is the newest addition to the resident animals on the conservancy's 232 acres.
Now, more than ever, we need to focus on Black men’s mental health
Playwright Brandon Shaun Fields’ “What You Don’t See” is being restaged this weekend because he thinks this is a crucial time to focus on Black men’s mental health.
Ebony Jackson, left, and Loch Edwards rehearse for "What You Don't See," which will be performed at the Chesapeake Arts Center on Oct. 18.
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