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Cody Boteler

Cody

Cody Boteler is a reporter on The Banner’s Express Desk, reporting on breaking news, trending stories and interesting things in and around Baltimore. He’s lived in Baltimore since 2017, when he graduated from Towson University and lives in North Baltimore with his wife and two rescue dogs. Cody’s work has appeared in The Baltimore Sun, USA TODAY, Baltimore magazine, Industry Dive and more. If he’s not working, Cody enjoys checking out different bars in Baltimore, playing Dungeons & Dragons and working through his “to be read” pile.

Latest content by Cody Boteler

It’s local budget season in Maryland, where the government conversation over the next few weeks will be about money and two siblings: Taxes and Spending.
More than $6.8M is owed to Maryland workers. Here’s how to find out if you qualify.
About 5,200 Marylanders are owed a total of more than $6.8 million in unpaid wages, according to the U.S. Department of Labor.
In this image of the Serpens Nebula from the Near-Infrared Camera (NIRCam) on NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope, astronomers found a grouping of aligned protostellar outflows within one small region (the top left corner). In the Webb image, these jets are signified by bright clumpy streaks that appear red, which are shockwaves from the jet hitting surrounding gas and dust.

The Serpens Nebula, located 1,300 light-years from Earth, is home to a particularly dense cluster of newly forming stars (~100,000 years old), some of which will eventually grow to the mass of our Sun.
The best space photos from the year? Ask the folks behind the James Webb telescope
The folks at the Space Telescope Science Institute arguably know the James Webb Space Telescope best — so we asked them for their favorite images or discoveries from the last year.
Security footage from Captain Car Wash on Loch Raven Boulevard, reviewed by the Banner, shows the shooting as it unfolded Tuesday night.
Video shows moment car crashes into Towson funeral home amid mass shooting
Officials said the shooting in Towson appeared “targeted,” and said they believe there is no ongoing threat to the general public.
Three men have been reported dead from cold-related illness in Maryland so far this winter season.
Maryland reports 3 cold weather-related deaths as winter begins
Three men have been reported dead from cold-related illness in Maryland so far this winter season.
White House National Security Communications Adviser John Kirby has said the reports of drones flying over New Jersey have not been corroborated. Marylanders, including a former governor, began reporting “drone” sightings this week.
Maryland joins New Jersey in reporting ‘drones’ flying overhead at night
Reports of drones or other aircraft flying around at night have spread from New Jersey to Maryland.
The Bel Air Volunteer Fire Company was part of the evacuation at the John Carroll School on Monday, Dec. 9.
Why John Carroll School shut down and 18 students went to hospital
Officials who inspected the John Carroll School after students reported feeling ill earlier this week ruled out any environmental factors that would have contributed to the symptoms.
Luigi Mangione in a photo released by the Pennsylvania State Police.
Luigi Mangione: 4 takeaways from the day after his arrest
On Tuesday, the day after he was arrested, Luigi Mangione contested his extradition to New York and details from his alleged “manifesto” leaked.
The Howard County Police Department is investigating after an unidentified pedestrian was killed in a collision while crossing the street.
Pedestrian killed in Howard County car crash
The Howard County Police Department is investigating after an unidentified pedestrian was killed in a collision while crossing the street.
Fire officials said they’re confident there won’t be any flare-ups from the Camp Small fire, especially with rain in the forecast.
Fire watch at Camp Small ends, cause still under investigation
The fire watch at Camp Small ended Monday night, the Baltimore City Fire Department said.
The Mangione family is “shocked” by the arrest of Luigi Mangione, according to a statement shared on social media late Monday night by Luigi’s uncle, Nino Mangione, a Republican state legislator.
Luigi Mangione’s family says they are ‘shocked’ by arrest
The Mangione family is “shocked” by the arrest of Luigi Mangione, according to a statement shared on social media late Monday night.
Homes are decorated in holiday lights at Hampden's Miracle on 34th Street annual display on Sunday, December 8, 2024.
The best holiday light displays in Baltimore and around Maryland
Maryland has an abundance of holiday light displays, and many of them include other kid-friendly activities — or are close to other attractions.
A large fire in Baltimore's Woodberry neighborhood, near I-83.
Massive fire rips through woodpiles in Baltimore’s Woodberry neighborhood
The massive fire at Camp Small burned into the night, leading to the shutdown of southbound I-83 near the blaze and the suspension of light rail service.
Tyree Winslow, 29, was identified as the man who died after apparently exchanging gunfire with police in Howard County — though officials have not said whether it was a self-inflicted wound.
Man killed in Howard County Police shooting identified
Tyree Winslow, 29, was identified as the man who died after exchanging gunfire with police in Howard County — though officials have not said whether it was a self-inflicted wound.
A man faces a felony charge after allegedly using a flamethrower to burn “TRUMP” and “USA” into the road outside his house.
Glen Burnie man charged after allegedly burning ‘TRUMP’ with flamethrower into road
A man faces a felony charge after allegedly using a flamethrower to burn “TRUMP” and “USA” into the road outside his house.
Annapolis Blues FC, a pre-professional soccer team, announced the addition of a women’s team that will begin playing in 2025.
Record-breaking Annapolis Blues FC adds a women’s soccer team
The Annapolis Blues FC is adding a women’s team that will begin playing in 2025.

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