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A group of people sit in high-backed chairs behind a curved desk. A man is in front of them sitting at a table and speaking into a microphone.
3 Baltimore schools, including 2 charters, recommended for closure
Community members can sound off at two public meetings ahead of a Jan. 14 vote on the closure recommendations.
WASHINGTON, DC - JULY 13, 2024: The Savannah Bananas perform after a game against the Firefighters at Nationals Park on July 13, 2024 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Chris Bernacchi/Diamond Images via Getty Images)
Orioles to keep revenue from Savannah Bananas games, stadium authority votes
As landlord of Oriole Park, the Maryland Stadium Authority could keep a portion of revenues from next year’s event. But in an effort to incentivize special events, it’s letting the Orioles keep the money.
The Brooklyn community and city leaders Tuesday celebrated a year without a homicide at the neighborhood's Safe Streets site.
After mass shooting, Baltimore’s Brooklyn neighborhood goes full year with no homicides
In the aftermath of the July 2, 2023 tragedy, the city’s flagship anti-violence program Safe Streets ramped up its work in the area, and officials say the efforts have paid off.
Baltimore Orioles outfielder Anthony Santander (25) connects with a pitch during a game against the Chicago White Sox at Camden Yards in Baltimore on September 3, 2024.
Orioles’ Anthony Santander wins Silver Slugger after career-high 44 homers
Shortstop Gunnar Henderson and utilityman Jordan Westburg were finalists at their positions in the American League but did not win.
Two drug distributors, McKesson and AmerisourceBergen, will split over $266 million in damages if a Baltimore jury’s verdict survives a likely appeal.
Drug companies found liable in Baltimore’s opioid crisis, must pay $266M in damages
Two drug distributors, McKesson and AmerisourceBergen, are liable for their role in Baltimore’s deadly opioid crisis, a civil jury found.

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WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 11: Social Security Commissioner Martin O'Malley testifies before the Senate Committee on the Budget at the U.S. Capitol on September 11, 2024 in Washington, DC. The hearing was entitled "Social Security Forever: Delivering Benefits and Protecting Retirement Security"
Former Gov. Martin O’Malley exploring run for DNC chair
Former Maryland governor and Baltimore Mayor Martin O’Malley is among the names being floated to lead the Democratic National Committee after latest Trump victory.
Frederick County Sheriff Charles “Chuck” Jenkins leaves the U.S. District Court in Baltimore after pleading not guilty to federal conspiracy charges. He announced he will take a leave of absence for the duration of the case.
Federal prosecutors drop case against Frederick County Sheriff Chuck Jenkins
Federal prosecutors are dropping the machine gun conspiracy case against Frederick County Sheriff Chuck Jenkins, weeks after a jury acquitted his co-defendant.
Multiple fire departments responded a tractor trailer fire on I-95 North not far from the Maryland House travel plaza.
Person dies after truck fire on I-95 North in Harford County
One person died in a truck fire that shut down I-95 North for several hours on Tuesday, according to Harford County fire and EMS officials.
Supporters participate in a march organized by Salisbury University LGBTQ groups, almost a month after an alleged hate crime took place on campus, at Salisbury University on Monday, Nov. 11, 2024 in Salisbury, MD.
At Salisbury University, an alleged hate crime shakes LGBTQ+ students’ sense of safety
The news shook an already-tenuous sense of safety on the Eastern Shore campus.
The Chesapeake Bay Bridge is seen as a bulk carrier heads toward the Port of Baltimore.
State now plans to replace the Chesapeake Bay Bridge with two new spans
Each of the six alternatives include widening the total capacity to at least eight lanes and include new ideas for public transit and tolls.

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A Maryland man adjusts his E-ZPass inside of his car in this file photo. Baltimore County wasted more than $17,000 by either not having or not properly using the transponders in some government vehicles.
Baltimore County wasted $17K on highway toll late fees and citations, report finds
The Baltimore County inspector general found the county wasted more than $17,000 on unnecessary tolls and fees. It should have gotten, or in some cases properly used, E-ZPass transponders.
Baltimore Orioles Manager Brandon Hyde admired Ben Zobrist and his impact on the 2016 Chicago Cubs.
Inside the Dugout: Who could take veteran at-bats for the 2025 Orioles?
If the Orioles are searching in free agency, it’s hard to say there’s an exact fit for veteran players.
Kenneth Oliver at the opening of the Metro Crossing luxury apartments in Owings Mills in 2013.
Kenneth Oliver, Baltimore County Council’s first Black member, dies
Kenneth Oliver was elected in 2002 and represented the 4th District for more than a decade in Baltimore County.
This is a photo of an apartment complex in Harbor Point.
Luxury apartment building in Baltimore delays opening after 2 fires and a flood
The opening of an 18-story apartment building in Baltimore has been delayed until early next year following two suspected arsons and an unrelated flood, according to a disclosure to investors.
A criminal extortion case against former top lawyer Stephen L. Snyder is also spotlighting problems at the University of Maryland Medical System.
Extortion trial could expose details about risky organ transplants at UMMS
Medical malpractice attorney Stephen L. Snyder’s extortion trial spotlights the underlying situation at UMMS that he was trying to expose.

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A police line do not cross tape blocks a pathway near Penn Station.
Teen ‘fighting for his life’ after Monday shooting near Dunbar High School
A 15-year-old boy is in critical condition after being shot near Dunbar High School Monday afternoon, according to Baltimore Police.
Orioles outfielder Colton Cowser hit 24 home runs, tied for the most among all rookies in baseball.
Orioles outfielder Colton Cowser named AL Rookie of the Year finalist
Cowser finished third in the American League among qualified rookies with a .768 on-base-plus-slugging percentage, and his 24 home runs were tied with San Diego’s Jackson Merrill for the most among all rookies.
DPW worker Timothy Cartwell was fatally struck by a garbage truck while working in this alley in the 1800 block of Baker Street on Friday.
Sources: Public Works employee died due to ‘driver error’
The driver of the garbage truck backed into the sanitation worker, pinning him against a wooden light pole, the sources said.
Salisbury University in 2022.
Fraternity expels Salisbury University students charged in attack
Sigma Alpha Epsilon expelled the Salisbury University students who are accused of being involved in an alleged hate crime, the organization said.
A voting booth in Oakland Mills High School in Howard County.
Mail-in, provisional votes will decide the fate of Howard County’s school board
Andre Gao conceded to opponent Meg Ricks over the weekend, but two races remain too close to call.
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