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Clara Longo de Freitas

Clara

Clara Longo de Freitas is a breaking news reporter. She has worked for the Baltimore Banner for more than two years, covering all things East Baltimore before joining the express desk. She also covered the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse, youth gun violence and immigrant issues. A graduate of the University of Maryland, she spent most of her college years looking into workers’ conditions amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Clara is also an illustrator and likes to paint in her free time. Originally from Brazil, she moved to the United States in 2016.

The latest from Clara Longo de Freitas

‘SNL’ parodies ‘fire’ Maryland teen podcasters and their veggie-hating vibes
The late-night show, which had singer-songwriter Sabrina Carpenter as host and musical guest, did a sketch that appeared to draw inspiration from the “MD Foodie Boyz” podcast.
SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE -- Episode 1887 -- Pictured: (l-r) Veronika Slowikowska as Jason, Jane Wickline as Kyler, host and musical guest Sabrina Carpenter as Tayson, and Chloe Fineman as Braylor during the "Boys Podcast" sketch on Saturday, October 18, 2025
Heavy traffic expected this weekend amid ‘No Kings 2.0,’ Baltimore Running Festival
Parking restrictions and some lane closures will begin early in preparation for the Baltimore Running Festival.
Marathon and 10K runners take off at the start of their events during the Baltimore Running Festival on October 19th, 2024 in Baltimore, MD. Eric Thompson for The Baltimore Banner.
Man fatally shot during attempted burglary in Canton, police say
Baltimore Police are investigating after a man was fatally shot in Canton early Thursday morning.
Police tape seen at the intersection of Pennsylvania Ave and Lauren Street.
What to know about the Baltimore Running Festival this weekend
The four races — a 26.2-mile marathon, the CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield half-marathon, the 5K and Pandora 10K races — will begin at different times and locations near the Inner Harbor.
Half Marathon runners at the start of their event during the Baltimore Running Festival on October 19th, 2024 in Baltimore, MD. Eric Thompson for The Baltimore Banner.
Idaho CEO found in Baltimore hotel died from methamphetamine, medical examiner says
The Idaho medical center CEO found dead in a Baltimore hotel over the summer died of methamphetamine intoxication, according to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
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.
Nor’easter exits Maryland with minor flooding before sunshine returns later this week
While there was some moderate flooding in Ocean City, the impact of the storm along the Maryland coast was not as strong as initially forecast.
Parts of Maryland remain under a high surf advisory and a coastal flood warning in low-lying areas.
What Baltimore’s liquor board controls — and what it doesn’t
The main role of Baltimore’s liquor board is to approve licenses for businesses, including restaurants, taverns and liquor stores.
A spiced apple spritz made with vodka apple, ginger beer and lime at Snake Hill located at 418 S Clinton St, Baltimore, MD 21224
Nor’easter forecast to bring high wind gusts, heavy rain to Baltimore this weekend
Baltimore Ravens fans headed to the game Sunday should prepare for wet weather as a nor’easter is forecast to bring wind and heavy rain.
Residents of South Baltimore brave the downpour on December 11, 2024.
Baltimore County Police shoot and kill man during barricade incident in Dundalk
Baltimore County Police responded to a shooting Wednesday night that turned into a barricade situation in Dundalk.
Baltimore County Police responded to a shooting Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025, in the 2100 block Larkhall Road in Dundalk.
Strong nor’easter could bring rain, wind to Maryland this weekend
A powerful nor’easter will whip up weather along the East Coast and could bring wind and heavy rain to Maryland this weekend.
Nor’easters typically produce heavy rain and coastal flooding around the Chesapeake Bay area.
Police respond to 11 overdoses in Penn North; no fatalities reported
Eleven people overdosed in Baltimore’s Penn North neighborhood on Wednesday, just over two months after a “bad batch” of drugs hospitalized more than two dozen people.
Seven people — six men and one woman, ages 30 to 60 — were taken to hospitals, and four others refused treatment shortly after 11:30 a.m., Baltimore Police said.
Rain, cool air could help end Baltimore’s stinky ‘pistachio tide’
Environmental groups say this has been the longest and most widespread pistachio tide in recent memory.
The water in Baltimore's Inner Harbor is bright green on Monday. Blue Water Baltimore calls the event the most widespread "pistachio tide" they've seen.
Harvest supermoon will shine bright tonight to kick off a season of stargazing
The next few months will provide ample opportunities for skywatching and stargazing, featuring supermoons and meteor showers over Maryland.
Several dozen people lined the Prettyboy Reservoir Dam as the aurora borealis lit up the sky Thursday night.
Woodlawn school bus crash leaves 7 students hospitalized with minor injuries
Seven students were taken to a hospital with minor injuries after a crash involving a school bus Monday morning in Woodlawn, the Baltimore County Fire Department said.
Baltimore County Public Schools is working with the Fire Department to transport uninjured students to school, officials said.
Woman stabbed outside Towson Town Center in domestic incident, police say
Police said the stabbing remains under investigation, but no additional people are being sought.
Police said the stabbing outside the mall in Towson was not a random act.
After hotel sale, Plank takes back renowned horse sculpture
The general manager of The Pendry said a new "signature" artwork would be coming soon.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2025 - The courtyard at the Pendry Baltimore was missing the Botero sculpture on Friday.
Friendship bracelets and glitter cocktails: Events for Taylor Swift’s ‘Life of a Showgirl’
Taylor Swift’s “The Life of A Showgirl,” drops at midnight on Friday. Here’s where you can join other Swifties for listening parties, sing-alongs, trivia and more.
Taylor Swift performs during the Eras Tour at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati, OH on June 30, 2023.
Viral video of man in chokehold outside Baltimore bar under investigation
The video appears to show the two men in an argument before one of them wraps his arm around the other man’s neck and lifts him toward the street.
Baltimore Police are investigating a video, posted on X on Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025, depicting an assault in Federal Hill.
Hundreds of new laws kick in Oct. 1. Here are some to know.
More than 400 laws will go into effect in Maryland come Oct. 1, from hefty fines for speeding to reduced penalties involving drug paraphernalia.
An American flag is caught on top of a lamppost in front of the Maryland State House dome in Annapolis, Md. on Thursday, May 15, 2025.
Hear ye, hear ye: The do’s and don’ts of Renn Fest
With just a few weekends left in this year’s season, here are tips and suggestions to get the most out of Renn Fest.
Pie, cheesecake and woven crowns for sale at Maryland Renaissance Festival on Sept. 20, 2025.
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