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Race for Anne Arundel school board begins to take shape
Four Anne Arundel County Board of Education members are seeking reelection in 2024, while three other incumbents are not.
Members of the Anne Arundel County Board of Education debate a policy limiting flags on school property on July 12, 2023.
Lawmakers’ crime plan expands probation, would mean more children face charges
Youth advocates say the proposals reverse reforms intended to divert youths away from the legal system.
Del. Luke Clippinger, chairman of the House Judiciary Committee, right, announces new juvenile justice legislation in the Maryland State House lobby. Beside him are Sen. Will Smith, chairman of the Senate Judicial Proceedings Committee, at far left, and Gov. Wes Moore, center.
Orioles sale left state leaders in the dark, capping year of difficult negotiations
David Rubenstein, the billionaire Maryland resident who is leading the purchase of the team, has, however, been β€œactively communicating with the governor,” a source said.
Orioles CEO and Chairman John Angelos did not reach out to Maryland Gov. Wes Moore to notify him of a pending sale of the team, according to a source with knowledge of the situation.
A Baltimore program keeps people healthy and housed. Hospitals may stop funding it anyway.
As funding dries up, more than 200 formerly homeless Baltimoreans could lose the support of a program helping them stay under a roof and out of the hospital.
There is a program showing success at getting and keeping people in housing in Baltimore, but funding for the program is at risk.
Navy SEAL from Maryland dies trying to save teammate who fell into rough waters
Navy Special Warfare Operator 1st Class Christopher J. Chambers, 37, of Maryland, was one of two SEALs who were lost at sea during a raid on a boat carrying illicit Iranian-made weapons to Yemen.
This undated photograph released by the U.S. military’s Central Command shows what it is described as the vessel that carried Iranian-made missile components bound for Yemen's Houthis in the Arabian Sea.
Nick Mosby’s political future clouded by prosecutors’ perjury claims
On Monday, after testimony from Nick Mosby, Assistant U.S. Attorney Aaron Zelinsky told the judge that Mosby committed perjury on his tax returns for claiming tens of thousands of dollars in charitable donations that he could not possibly afford.
Nick Mosby leaves the Federal courthouse building in Greenbelt.  Mosby testified at thetrial of Former Baltimore State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby, Wednesday Jan. 24, 2024.
Joy in Birdland: Orioles sale has fans celebrating on social media
Here’s what local and state leaders, residents and fans had to say about the Orioles sale to David Rubenstein and other investors including Cal Ripken Jr. and Michael Arougheti.
Gov. Wes Moore delivers remarks at a press conference inside the Camden Yard warehouse after the Maryland Stadium Authority voted to extend the Orioles’ lease at the ballpark in December.
A housing program that kept Marylanders out of hospitals could get state funding
The little-known housing program supports about 900 households statewide and is now set to expand.
The Maryland State House is encircled by construction scaffolding for an ongoing renovation project, as lawmakers returned to Annapolis for the first day of their 90-day General Assembly session on Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2024.
Sinclair’s David Smith financed lawsuit against candidate during 2020 mayor’s race
Just like the case against Baltimore schools, Fox45 covered the 2020 lawsuit without disclosing their owner’s involvement.
Sinclair Broadcast Group President and CEO David Smith, left, financed a lawsuit against former mayoral candidate T.J. Smith, right.
Baltimore County could shake up its council size β€” for first time since 1956
A work group is preparing to make recommendations to the Baltimore County Council on whether its size should be increased to nine or 11 members.
Baltimore County Councilmen Todd Crandell, Mike Ertel, David Marks and Julian Jones listen to testimony during a Nov. 28, 2023, council meeting.
Lawmaker youth justice plans could include improved services and extended probation
Senate and House leaders have said they’re reluctant to roll back recent changes, but indicated they’ll look to broaden accountability for teens β€” especially those who commit crimes with guns β€” and increase oversight for the agency responsible for turning them around.
Del. Luke Clippinger, a Baltimore City Democrat, listens to floor debate at the Maryland State House on Monday, March 20, also known as Crossover Day in Annapolis. General Assembly session rules require bills to pass one chamber β€” either the House of Delegates or the state Senate β€” by the end of the day on Monday, to ensure the other chamber will consider it.
Loyola’s acknowledgement of slavery ties draws praise, suggestions for future fixes
Black leaders in Baltimore are praising Loyola University Maryland’s recent acknowledgement that the institution benefited from the slave trade, saying the announcement marks a step toward repair and reconciliation.
The campus at Loyola University Maryland.
5 state lawmakers want John Sarbanes’ job in Congress. Here’s a field guide.
State Sens. Sarah Elfreth and Clarence Lam, along with Dels. Mark Chang, Terri Hill and Mike Rogers, all started steps ahead of the rest of the field after congressman John Sarbanes’ surprise retirement announcement in October.
Del. Mike Rogers takes a selfie on Jan. 2, 2024 in Hanover with volunteers for his campaign to be the Democratic nominee for Congress in the 3rd District. Five members of the state legislature are competing with Rogers.
Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski launches run for Congress
Olszewski, a Democrat in his second term as county executive, hopes to succeed longtime U.S. Rep. C.A. Dutch Ruppersberger, who announced his plans to retire last week.
Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski, center, during a press c onference to announce the "ENOUGH" Act on January 29, 2024 in Brooklyn.
Judge orders state to turn over autopsy records in Banner lawsuit
A judge ordered The Maryland Office of the Chief Medical Examiner to turn over complete autopsy reports to The Baltimore Banner on Monday after a yearlong lawsuit. The state could still appeal.
6/8/22β€”Exterior of The Baltimore Banner office sign with the hanging banners.
City of Frederick victim of nearly $290K wire fraud
The city of Frederick was the victim of wire fraud involving almost $290,000, according to Maryland State Police.
The Carroll Creek Promenade in Frederick, Maryland.
Gov. Moore pushes plan to invest in high-poverty neighborhoods
In his latest effort to fulfill promises to end child poverty and β€œleave no one behind,” Maryland Gov. Wes Moore is proposing a program to push government investments into high-poverty neighborhoods in Baltimore and beyond.
Wes Moore, wearing a dark suit and standing at a lectern, smiles and points with his left index finger. Behind him is a U.S. flag.
Wes Moore isn’t the only politician who knows how to tailgate
While tailgating ahead of the Ravens game, Gov. Wes Moore joined a long tradition of political figures tossing something back to connect with constituents.
Gov. Wes Moore shotguns what appears to be a Hoop Tea alcoholic beverage with tailgaters outside the Ravens game on Jan. 28, 2024.
The persimmon may become Maryland’s state fruit
The persimmon could join square dancing, skipjacks and striped bass among Maryland’s state symbols.
The persimmon could become the State fruit of Maryland.
Police say firefighter started Carroll Co. fires β€” and 911 call is key
Carroll County volunteer firefighter Allison Nicole Creutzer is facing charges after authorities say she set a series of small fires near Liberty Reservoir.
A volunteer firefighter allegedly set a series of small fires last year in the area around Liberty Reservoir near Eldersburg.
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