Reps. Ruppersberger, Hoyer endorse Johnny Olszewski Jr. for Congress
Olszewski is one of six Democrats running to represent the district that includes most of Baltimore and Carroll counties and a small portion of Baltimore City. Three Republicans are seeking the seat.
Where’s my Maryland tax refund?
The Maryland Office of the Comptroller has initiated about 209,000 refunds.
Who might replace Johnny Olszewski Jr. if he goes to Congress?
Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski Jr. is running for Congress. Here’s what happens to the county executive position if he wins.
Kneads Bakeshop to open a second, smaller location in Cross Keys
The new Kneads, located in the Village of Cross Keys, will be a 1,300-square-foot grab-and-go bakery and coffee shop, significantly smaller than the flagship.
Police arrest man in fatal shooting at Edgewood tiki bar
An Aberdeen man was arrested in Philadelphia and charged in a fatal shooting at an Edgewood bar and restaurant over the weekend.
Fraud and scams cost Marylanders more than $164M last year
The FTC warns that fraud cases are on the rise — just in time for a viral column that has the internet buzzing about scams.
Meet Poe, the lieutenant governor’s new dog
Poe, an Australian shepherd, is the newest canine member of the Moore-Miller administration.
CFG Bank, one of Baltimore’s largest, has a new CEO
Longtime CEO Bill Wiedel is no longer with the company.
Woman and baby found dead in West Baltimore, police investigating
Baltimore Police are investigating after a 32-year-old woman and a 1-year-old baby were found dead in a home in the 1800 block of McCulloh Street Tuesday morning.
Baltimore County Council could give public more time to weigh in on legislation
Under the proposed changes, the public must have the opportunity to comment on legislation twice before it is voted on and amendments must be submitted before meetings.
No, Banksy isn’t tagging Baltimore
The graffiti seen in Canton shows recreations from two different street artists.
Baltimore’s incinerator made pollution control upgrades last summer. Are they enough?
The EPA says it wants to strengthen Clean Air Act standards for large facilities that burn trash.
Police continue to investigate school bus crash in Howard County
Four students were taken to the hospital to be evaluated for injuries on Thursday after a bus skidded off the road in Columbia and turned on its side in a field.
‘Bitcoin Rodney’ arrested with one-way ticket to UAE, charged with 2 others in Maryland
A promoter of cryptocurrency known as “Bitcoin Rodney” was arrested with a one-way ticket to the United Arab Emirates, according to court documents, and faces federal criminal charges in Maryland.
Southwest Airlines’ new seats have the internet buzzing — not in a good way
The airline says it’ll begin using a redesigned aircraft interior featuring new seats in early 2025.
Baltimore festivals: Even as old favorites end, there’s still lots to do
HONfest and the Charles Village Festival are ending, but there’s still plenty for Baltimoreans to look forward to this spring and summer.
Baltimore Police arrest man in St. Patrick’s Day 2023 fatal hit-and-run
Derek Glenn’s blood alcohol concentration was 0.356, according to the charging documents. That’s more than four times higher than the legal driving limit.
Frederick County plans for 20% electric vehicle fleet by 2036
Frederick County anticipates that more than 180 vehicles in its fleet can be electric by 2036.
Banner political notes: Swift defeat for high school sports bill; Olszewski off to fast start; Davis nabs council endorsements
Maryland lawmakers this week quickly defeated a bill that targeted young transgender athletes’ participation in high school sports — the third year in a row they’ve turned down similar bills.
Long winter or early spring? Groundhog Day prediction matches forecast for Maryland
An eight-to-14-day temperature outlook published by the National Weather Service on Friday indicates that Maryland has a 50% to 60% chance of having higher than average temperatures.
