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Attendees of the October 7 Baltimore Community Commemoration event get emotional during a speech about Israeli hostages at the Beth El Congregation in Pikesville, Md., on Oct. 7, 2024.
Baltimore’s Jewish community, state leaders remember Oct. 7 at Beth El
More than 1,500 gathered at Beth El Congregation in Pikesville Monday night to remember the lives lost last year during Hamas’ Oct. 7 attack.
Reporter Jess Nocera checked out the nightlife options for young folks living in Columbia. One was Main Event in Columbia (above).
Not too sleepy, not too wild: What I found hanging out in Columbia on a Saturday night
After a colleague and I reported on things for young professionals to do in Columbia, my editors asked me to hang out one night and see what the vibe was like.
The crowd braved Day Two at All Things Go Music Festival at Merriweather Post Pavilion. This year, fans can see Chappell Roan, Reneé Rapp, Hozier and more.
7 things to do in Howard County: All Things Go music festival to feature dozens of acts
Seven things to do in Howard County, like seeing Chappell Roan, Reneé Rapp, Hozier and more at the All Things Go Music Festival.
HoCo Pirate Adventures founder Chris Fuchs organizes nine pirate treasure hunts a year on the trails of Columbia.
How a father’s love transformed Columbia into a pirate adventure
A pirate treasure hunt that started as a Columbia dad’s way to bond with his daughter has grown into a full-blown event that draws hundreds of families.
President of Howard Community College Daria J. Willis speaks during an event.
Howard Community College board rejects calls to oust president, assails online critics
The board of Howard Community College sent an email to the campus community voicing confidence in President Daria J. Willis, defending her against criticism.
Ellicott City bucked a trend seen in many places across Maryland, where gains in the Hispanic population offset losses in white and Black populations.
Ellicott City grew less diverse, Columbia lost population, new data shows
Ellicott City bucked a trend seen in many places across Maryland, where gains in the Hispanic population offset losses in white and Black populations.
Old Ellicott City on Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2024.
7 things to do in Howard County: Outdoor movies, bike rides and pirate fun
If you’re looking for outdoor activities to do this week, from seeing Vance Joy at Merriweather to the Main Street Music Fest, we’ve got you covered.
A selection of dumplings from Tea Horse, a Sichuan-style restaurant located in Ellicott City.
We set out to find dumplings in Howard County. We found a new obsession.
We set out to eat dumplings in Howard County, a hot spot for Asian dishes, and visited three very different places.
Young professionals shoot baskets at a networking event at GameOn Bar + Arcade in Columbia on Aug. 22, 2024.
Columbia is good for families. But can it draw more young professionals?
Columbia is regularly named one of the country’s best places to raise a family. It hasn’t, however, made as clear of a pitch to millennials and Gen Zers.
Howard County is the only large school district in Maryland that doesn’t have its own bus fleet, the audit noted.
Finally, some answers: What caused Howard County’s school bus crisis last year
After thousands of Howard County students were stranded without bus service last August, people wanted answers. Now, a year later, there are some.
As summer winds down and temperatures dip to around 60 in the morning, fall activities are starting to gear up in Howard County.
7 things to do in Howard County, from pumpkin patches to seeing Kygo
As summer winds down and temperatures dip to around 60 in the morning, fall activities are starting to gear up in Howard County.
Protesters stand outside the W.R. Grace & Co. headquarters in Columbia on Friday, Sept. 6, 2024. Residents are protesting the company’s plan to build a pilot plastics recycling plant close to their homes.
Howard County residents band together to protest chemical company
The advocacy group, Stop Grace Plastic Burning Project — made up of Columbia residents who live near the W.R. Grace headquarters — are holding a protest to stop the chemical company from building a pilot plastics recycling plant.
Brandon Flowers, lead singer of The Killers, performs with the band at Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas, Nevada on August 14, 2024.
7 things to do in Howard County, from celebrating Grandparents Day to seeing The Killers
Seven things to do in Howard County from Sept. 5 to Sept 11.
Bernard Gyebi-Foster poses for a portrait at Highland House in Highland, Maryland, on Aug. 20, 2024.
New recovery home seeks to help women in Howard County, especially those who are pregnant
Highland House, a 14-bed recovery home for women, has been assisting clients since this past spring. It places an emphasis on assisting those who are pregnant.
Bill Barnes became acting superintendent of the Howard County Public School System after his predecessor retired unexpectedly in the middle of his term.
Howard County schools got a different kind of leader. Is he the realist they need?
Howard County Superintendent Bill Barnes isn’t like his predecessor. Many say he is the right person for the job.
The Howard County seal inside the Banneker Room of the George Howard government building in Ellicott City on Feb. 5, 2024.
Sewage overflow reported at Savage wastewater treatment plant
Howard County officials said approximately 160,000 gallons of sewage overflowed onto the ground surface at the Little Patuxent Water Reclamation Plant on Thursday night. A small amount entered a storm drain before valves were shut off.
Howard County Public School System officials say they've been hard at work understanding what happened in the bus fiasco last August and how to stop it from happening again.
Howard County school buses caused chaos last year. Here’s what to expect this year.
Howard County Public School System officials say they've been hard at work understanding what happened last August and how to stop it from happening again.
Lineman from Baltimore Gas and Electric repair power lines the morning after the remnants of Hurricane Debby took down power for more than 46,000 customers, Saturday, Aug. 10, 2024.
Hurricane Debby left behind a wet mess. Residents and businesses are cleaning up.
Cleanup continued throughout the area, as floodwaters receded and temperatures forecast to be around 90 replaced the clouds, wind and rain of the storm.
The Maryland State Police logo emblazoned on a lectern in front a police vehicle from a separate agency before a press conference, pictured outside the Maryland State Police Glen Burnie Barracks on 11/10/22.
Death of inmate at state prison being investigated as a homicide
A male inmate died at Allegany County state prison on Friday, Aug. 9. Another unnamed inmate is a suspect.
The Jewish Museum of Maryland, at Loyd St. and Watson St. on March 2, 2023.
Arrest made in fire outside Jewish Museum of Maryland
Police said they identified the man and got a warrant for his arrest Friday. He has a history of fire-related crimes.
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