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Nationals drop series finale to Mets
The Nationals leave the four-game series against the Mets knowing they can compete with a team that has the sport’s highest payroll.
Cade Cavalli allowed four hits and two runs while striking out nine in seven innings.
Annapolis man who owns cheerleading academy is charged with rape, abuse of 9-year-old girl
An Annapolis man who owns a Stevensville cheerleading academy has been charged with rape and child sex abuse after Maryland State Police say he sexually abused a 9-year-old girl at the gym he owned.
A Baltimore County police vehicle’s lights flash while parked outside of the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center at the University of Maryland in Baltimore, Md. on Thursday, March 13, 2025.
Fourth minor arrested in assault on girl found unconscious in Baltimore County home
A 12-year-old boy was arrested in connection with the assault on a 13-year-old girl, police said.
6/16/22—A Baltimore County police car sits outside of the Public Safety Building and Police Department in Towson.
2-time NASCAR champion Kyle Busch has died at 41, NASCAR says
Kyle Busch, a two-time Cup Series champion who won more races than anyone across NASCAR’s three national series, has died at 41.
FILE - Kyle Busch is introduced during the NASCAR All-Star auto race at Dover Motor Speedway, Sunday, May 17, 2026, in Dover, Del.
A seating mix-up at the Lyric sparks racism allegations, investigation
Veronica Dunlap is calling for The Lyric's CEO and President Thomas Bailey to resign after what she described as a "racist response" by the venue to a seating issue.
The Lyric is a non-profit performing arts center and live entertainment venue in Baltimore’s Mount Vernon neighborhood.
Baltimore County state’s attorney candidates spar over experience, need for change
Baltimore County State’s Attorney Scott Shellenberger sparred with challengers Sarah David and Lauren Lipscomb in a debate hosted by The Banner and WJZ-TV. The three are running in the June 23 Democratic primary.
From left, candidates Sarah David, Lauren Lipscomb and Scott Shellenberger as seen at a Baltimore County state’s attorney debate on Thursday, hosted by The Banner and WJZ-TV in Towson.
Montgomery County schools may lose over 400 positions due to budget shortfall
Montgomery County schools will feel different next year after a budget shortfall is expected to cost the district more than 400 jobs.
Thomas Taylor, superintendent of Montgomery County Public Schools, says he will have to cut jobs to deal with a budget shortfall.
Annapolis mayor gets flak from City Council for changes to discretionary spending
This year, Mayor Jared Littmann has appropriated nearly 100% of the $1.8 million assigned for one-time use, leaving just $24 unappropriated.
Annapolis Mayor Jared Littmann, pictured with his wife Marlene Niefeld, is drawing some criticism from the City Council for all but eliminating its discretionary spending.
Artscape 2026: Everything you need to know, including traffic and weather info
From traffic and weather info to new highlighted acts, here’s what you need to know about Artscape 2026 in Baltimore.
“Shorty,” left, a stilts performer with Baltimore Hoop Love, walks through the crowd waving a colorful scarf as festival attendees wait in line for food at Artscape in downtown Baltimore, Md. on Saturday, May 24, 2025.
5 things to know about Montgomery County’s new budget
The Montgomery County Council passed a budget that council President Natali Fani-González called “challenging.”
At-Large Montgomery County Councilmember Will Jawando speaks during a council session for electing a new president from the current council at the Montgomery County Council Office Building in Rockville, MD.
DHS routes flights from 3 African countries to Dulles Airport amid Ebola outbreak
DHS is mandating that flights from certain African countries be routed through Washington Dulles International Airport.
Washington Dulles International is one of the region’s three major airports, along with Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport and Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport.
A fight is brewing already between Howard County and its new inspector general
Whistleblowers and tipsters have submitted 61 complaints to Howard County’s new Inspector General Kelly Madigan, but the watchdog said she faces hurdles to accessing the records she needs to investigate.
Howard County citizens pose questions to Inspector General Kelly Madigan during a public presentation in Ellicott City on Tuesday.
Jon Meoli: The Orioles still believe in their hitting philosophy. More than just the season depends on it.
COLUMN | The club’s faith in what it does is so deeply held by those running the organization that any meaningful change would be an admission of failure that, at a time of such scrutiny, would only lend credence to the criticisms of the Orioles’ front office.
Orioles right fielder Tyler O'Neill gets ready to hit against the Astros last month.
The Orioles are the anti-Rays. That’s a problem. | Banner Baseball Show
Tampa Bay played cleaner, better baseball in a three-game sweep of Baltimore.
For sale: Custom home with a versatile floor plan in Cooksville
Located in Cooksville, the home is nicely situated on a quiet cul-de-sac that backs up to the woods. Western Regional Park is just minutes away. You’ll also enjoy easy access to Route 70, which gets you to downtown Frederick in 25 minutes and Baltimore in about 35 minutes.
Duane Saunders Sr., Downtown Baltimore leader, remembered for service commitment
Duane Saunders Sr., the vice president of operations at Downtown Partnership of Baltimore, died May 10 at age 52. He leveraged technology to improve the operations team’s structure, spearheaded the organization’s 311 integration efforts and prioritized impactful services for the people of Baltimore.
Duane Saunders.
Body pulled from Inner Harbor identified as 59-year-old man
A body that authorities pulled from Inner Harbor on May 8 has been identified as a 59-year-old man.
Baltimore Police crime scene tape remains on the scene after a vehicle exploded inside a five-story parking garage in Baltimore’s Fells Point neighborhood on 7/27/22.  Two people are being treated for injuries, fire officials said Wednesday afternoon.
Class rank is back in Anne Arundel County high schools after 7 years
The district had eliminated class rank in 2019 along with several other Baltimore-area school systems
Board of Education student member Brayden Morgan and Superintendent Mark T. Bedell both supported the revival of class rank.
Churchill Downs executives made Maryland’s Preakness VIP list
The state of Maryland spent $180,000 to host politicians, business leaders and executives from Churchill Downs in a private hospitality area at the 151st Preakness at Laurel Park last weekend.
Lt. Gov. Aruna Miller greets Bill Mudd, president and chief operating officer of Churchill Downs, and his spouse, Michelle Mudd, during the 151st Preakness at Laurel Park racetrack on Saturday.
With weeks to go, 2 Baltimore County executive candidates maintain 7-figure war chests
Five Democrats have raised $3.3 million since the current election cycle began in 2023, with Izzy Patoka and Julian Jones hauling in the bulk of that.
Baltimore County councilmen Izzy Patoka and Julian Jones.
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