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Wesley Case

Wesley

Wesley Case is an arts and culture reporter for The Baltimore Banner. Previously, he authored The Scan, The Banner’s weekday morning newsletter. Before joining The Banner, he was a research editor at Morning Consult and an editor at The Athletic. He also covered Baltimore’s arts and nightlife scenes for a decade as a reporter and critic at The Baltimore Sun. A South Jersey native and University of Delaware alum, he has lived all over Baltimore City since 2008.

The latest from Wesley Case

Isiah Whitlock Jr., actor who played Clay Davis on ‘The Wire,’ dies at 71
“The Wire” actor Isiah Whitlock Jr. died on Tuesday at age 71.
Isiah Whitlock, Jr. arrives at the Los Angeles premiere of the third season of "Veep" at Paramount Studios on Monday, March 24, 2014.
Maryland’s unforgettable year in pop culture
From Turnstile to Tramell Tillman, Maryland artists of all practices had a remarkable 2025. Here are just some of the highlights in music, art, movies, TV and more.
What to do in Baltimore this Christmas weekend, including WWE Live and Gogol Bordello
Whether you want to cheer on WWE wrestling stars, mosh to veteran punkers Gogol Bordello or see a new play about Ursula the Sea Witch, we’ve got you covered.
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - AUGUST 03: Cody Rhodes rests against a corner during his street fight style match against John Cena during WWE 2025 SummerSlam at MetLife Stadium on August 03, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
The Maryland governor’s mansion is more artful these days. Thank the first lady.
First Lady Dawn Moore gives a tour of the Government House in Annapolis, where she’s expanding the conversation around Maryland art and artists one work at a time.
First Lady Dawn Moore aimed to infuse the historic Government House with modernity while honoring its history.
What to do in Baltimore this weekend, including ‘Wicked’ and Jonas Brothers live
Whether you want to see “Wicked” on stage, sing along to the Jonas Brothers at CFG Bank Arena or shop local at a holiday market in Hampden, we’ve got you covered.
Jessie Davidson (left, as Elphaba) and Zoe Jensen (Glinda) star in the national tour of “Wicked,” which runs at the Hippodrome Theatre through Jan. 11.
Get the ’26 calendars out: Artscape, other Baltimore festival dates set
Mayor Brandon Scott announced the dates Thursday for some of Baltimore’s biggest festivals taking place next year, including Artscape and AFRAM.
Mayor Brandon Scott announces the 2026 dates for the City of Baltimore’s major festivals and citywide special events. Scott said the Charm City Live festival “holds special significance” because he met his wife there and also named their son after the event.
What to do in Baltimore this weekend, including the Mayor’s Christmas Parade and GZA
Whether you want to attend the Mayor’s Christmas Parade, see the Christmas tree lighting at City Hall or rap along to Wu-Tang Clan’s GZA, we’ve got you covered.
Jimmy Pelletier, from DC Wheels Charity, wows the crowds with skateboard moves at Hampden's Annual Holiday Parade on December 4, 2022.
A Baltimore artist’s $110K payday at Art Basel
Baltimore’s Cynthia Daignault sold two new works for more than $110,000 total at Art Basel, the art world’s Super Bowl-like trade show, in Miami Beach.
“Sunrise, Everest,” a 2025 oil on linen painting by Baltimore artist Cynthia Daignault.
Maryland musicians dominate best-of lists from Rolling Stone, Pitchfork and more
Turnstile, Dijon and other musicians with Maryland ties landed on year-end, best-of critics’ lists from Rolling Stone, Pitchfork and others.
Clockwise from top left, Nourished by Time; HUNTR/X; Dijon; Turnstile.
What to do in Baltimore this weekend, from the monument lighting to a boat parade
Whether you want to gather around the Washington Monument lighting, watch “Elf” with the BSO or laugh thanks to comic Katie Boyle, we’ve got you covered.
Fireworks light up the sky around the Washington Monument during the 52nd Monument Lighting at Mount Vernon Place on Thursday, December 7, 2023.
In this prestigious arts competition, MICA students stand alone
Maryland Institute College of Art students Hazel Paik and Nicole Estelle Brown won big at the 2025 AXA Art Prize — familiar territory for the Baltimore art and design school.
Maryland Institute College of Art senior Hazel Paik, second to right, stands next to her painting “Green Sun” and jury members after winning the AXA Art Prize in New York.
Pedestrian, 77, dies after crash in Northwest Baltimore
A 77-year-old male pedestrian died Friday night after he was struck by a motor vehicle in Northwest Baltimore, police said.
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.
Maryland likely to avoid major snow on Tuesday from potential nor’easter
The chilly temperatures from Thanksgiving weekend will carry over into the week — though Maryland should avoid major snowfall from a potential nor’easter, according to the National Weather Service.
Monday morning commuters should expect slick roads.
Where to savor that hard-earned post-Thanksgiving cocktail
All around Baltimore, patrons can find inventive drinks with bold fall flavors at cocktail bars like the Bluebird, Sugarvale and Dutch Courage.
The Squash Sidecar is a featured fall drink at the Bluebird Cocktail Room in Hampden. “Keeping things simple is the best way,” said owner Paul Benkert.
What to do in Baltimore this Thanksgiving weekend, including Miracle on 34th Street
Whether you want to marvel at Hampden’s Miracle on 34th Street, hear Leslie Odom Jr. sing Christmas carols or see “A Christmas Carol” live, we’ve got you covered.
Homes are decorated in holiday lights at Hampden's Miracle on 34th Street annual display on Sunday, December 8, 2024.
Timothy App, award-winning abstract painter and former MICA professor, dies
Timothy App, a Baltimore-via-Ohio abstract painter and former Maryland Institute College of Art professor, died this week. He was 78.
Baltimore painter Timothy App works in the studio. The former Maryland Institute College of Art professor died at age 78.
What to do in Baltimore this weekend, from AVAM’s birthday to Ninja Kidz
Whether you want to see YouTube stars Ninja Kidz live, celebrate the American Visionary Art Museum's birthday or sing emo anthems, we’ve got you covered.
Guests poses for portraits and mingle during the opening night of the American Visionary Art Museum’s Fantastic Realities exhibit in the Federal Hill neighborhood of Baltimore, Md., on Friday, Oct. 3, 2025.
Derrick Adams keeps coming back home to Baltimore — even as the greater art world beckons
New York-via-Baltimore visual artist Derrick Adams talks about his 30-year career, brand partnerships and how they drive his nonprofit efforts in his hometown.
An illustration of multidisciplinary artist Derrick Adams at the Last Resort Artist Retreat in Baltimore.
R&B singer from Ellicott City lands ‘SNL’ to cap breakout year
Dijon, the Grammy nominee who graduated from the University of Maryland, will be the musical guest on "Saturday Night Live" next month.
Dijon, a University of Maryland alum, will be the musical guest on “Saturday Night Live” in December.
What to do in Baltimore this weekend, from Jim Gaffigan standup to an Irish banjo summit
Whether you want to laugh to stand-up comedian Bert Kreischer, dance to Irish tenor banjo or rock out to the indie-rock band Crane Wives, we’ve got you covered.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 10: Jim Gaffigan speaks onstage during the 19th Annual Stand Up For Heroes Benefit Presented By Bob Woodruff Foundation And New York Comedy Festival at David Geffen Hall on November 10, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images for Bob Woodruff Foundation)
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