The Baltimore Banner thanks its sponsors. Become one.
“Proclaiming the Annapolis City Charter: 1708″ is the largest of the three paintings by Lee Boynton in City Council Chambers.
7 things to do in Annapolis, including places to celebrate Maryland’s 392nd birthday
Every year, Anne Arundel County bets you’ll love Maryland history. This year, there are 40 events to get you to come out and celebrate the state’s founding.
Travelers at Southwest Airlines at Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport in 2021 after a weekend of severe delays.
Southwest, reports of your demise (maybe) are greatly exaggerated
When Southwest Airlines announced it was instituting baggage fees, the obits for the airline were queued up.
U.S. Rep. Andy Harris talks with Salisbury State University sophomore Adrian Todd, right, at the Dorchester County Chamber of Commerce in Cambridge, MD, on March 13, 2025.
AWOL Andy wants me fired! Voters want a town hall.
I wrote about Andy Harris’ congressional district art contest two weeks ago, and the Republican from Cambridge hated it so much he wants me fired. I guess it pays not to be a federal worker in Andy’s world.
Annapolis Mayor Gavin Buckley marches in the St. Patrick's Parade on March 9, 2025, with supporters holding up signs listing his accomplishments.
After 8 years as mayor, the Annapolis parade is ending for Gavin Buckley
The end of Gavin Buckley's parade is in sight. Term-limited, the mayor leaves office in December for a return to the business that brought him to Annapolis, restaurants. Most mayors are soon forgotten. Will it be different for the brash Australian?
Dublin 5 is fronted by Ray Murphy, center, backed by Jenn Belle  on fiddle, Gary Hewitt on bass), Jim Martin on percussion and Kevin Shook on drums. They'll perform at the Eastport Democratic Club Saturday.
7 things to do in Annapolis: Catch Irish rockers Dublin 5 at the Green Beer Races
Lots of music coming up in Annapolis, from Irish rock to Italian opera and a hefty dose of blues.
No, you're not allowed to take pictures. That's what they told me, anyway, when my wife, son and I went to get our first vaccine shots in Waldorf on March 20, 2021.
COVID broke America. We’re still putting the pieces back together.
At the five-year mark, it seems like the right moment to reflect on the pandemic and ask whether we learned anything from it.
Maryland's seal has two guys who look like they have jobs. Virginia's has a half-naked lady with a spear who apparently just killed someone.
‘Don’t Maryland My Virginia?’ Hold my Natty Boh, please
A Virginia Republican running for governor there launched a campaign ad with the slogan, “Don’t Maryland My Virginia.” Gov. Wes Moore laughed it off. I’m not so tolerant.
WASHINGTON, DC - FEBRUARY 28: U.S. President Donald Trump (C) and Vice President JD Vance meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in the Oval Office at the White House on February 28, 2025 in Washington, DC. Trump and Zelensky are meeting today to negotiate a preliminary agreement on sharing Ukraine’s mineral resources that Trump says will allow America to recoup aid provided to Kyiv while supporting Ukraine’s economy. (Photo by Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)
Lies and bullying aside, could Trump be right on the need for a jarring shift on Ukraine?
Something Olha Radchenko told me: “It’s either the whole world will win or it’s going to be Russia.” President Trump made very clear last week that he disagrees.
A young boy watches as a unit of marching firefighters passes by during Annapolis St. Patrick's Parade on March 17, 2024. The popular event returns Sunday.
7 things to do in Annapolis: St. Patrick’s Parade steps off Sunday
The 12th annual St. Patrick's Parade steps off at 1 p.m. Sunday, March 9, but it's really an all-Irish weekend in Annapolis.
EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin visited Annapolis on Feb. 28, 2025, and took in a tour of the small living shoreline at the Annapolis Maritime Museum.
Facing threats, the Chesapeake economy in Annapolis could tumble
EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin paid a visit to Annapolis recently amid concerns about state and federal budget cuts. Some worry about the potential effects on the bay economy.
Andy Harris is holding an art contest. Oh, how I wish I could enter.
How could any teenager worth the title resist the chance to submit an entry tweaking the congressman for his tone-deaf dismissal of concerns held by many constituents and fellow Marylanders?
A plan to address flooding at City Dock in Annapolis depends on a $33 million federal grant that may now not be assured.
Trump cuts may scuttle Annapolis' City Dock plan to prevent flooding
There are warning signs that a $33 million grant critical to completing the Annapolis climate resilience project at City Dock will not materialize.
Shayna Freedman as Anna Putnam and Mitchell McCollum as the Rev. John Hale rehearse a scene with other members of the cast of "The Crucible," a new production by the Classic Theatre of Maryland.
7 things to do in Annapolis: With three premieres, it’s an impossible theater weekend
You can’t possibly see them all in one weekend. Somehow, all three Annapolis theater companies — and one dinner theater — are raising the curtain on their new shows at the same time. The shows are among seven great things to do in the coming week.
A federal judge has ruled a pamphlet developed by Anne Arundel County, along with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and the National Shooting Sports Foundation, can be required at businesses that sell guns or ammunition.
Born out of two Maryland mass shootings, this idea could save lives
If legislation in the General Assembly passes, all 760 gun dealers in Maryland would have to distribute pamphlets on suicide prevention and conflict resolution.
Michael Magee of Annapolis, a gay veteran, attented the rally in Annapolis after learning about it from his sister. He served 10 years in the Navy in DEI program jobs and saw the service turn from welcoming toward hostile LGBTQ+ sailors during Donald Trump's first term.
Anti-Trump protestors look for purpose in a rapidly changing America
This was Annapolis on Monday — part political protest, part group therapy. A crowd of more than 500 was searching for a response to Trump’s disorienting mutation of America. Finding it is the task facing organizers of protests like this one.
This year's Annapolis Restaurant Week includes options for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
7 things to do in Annapolis: It’s Restaurant Week. Should you dig in?
Every year, Annapolis Restaurant Week rolls around and the message is clear. Eat out. But is it worth your time and money? It’s one of seven things to do in the coming week.
The Old Treasury Building lights up and early winter evening in Annapolis with the State House dome illuminated behind it. The state is restoring the colonial building.
It’s the Maryland tax hell argument again. This time, it might be different.
Is Maryland a tax hell? This question has defined the conversation about taxes and spending in Maryland for decades.
Rooster, our little rescue dog, was officially born on Valentine's Day, 2011.
Happy Valentine’s Day to my furry little friend, before it’s too late
Time waits for no dog and, in my heart, love for each of the 14 I've had has merged as I look back. Atop that big stash of emotions, for many reasons, is Rooster.
Candlelight Concerts, a growing musical venture by Fever Events, plans four performances at Maryland Hall through May.  The first, "Cold Play & Imagine Dragons," is Feb. 14, 2024.
7 things to do in Annapolis: Candlelight, crystals and comics for Valentine’s Day weekend
Hundreds of candles surrounding a string quartet sounds nice for Valentine’s Day, and — depending on your taste in music — it might be better if they’re playing Coldplay’s “Viva la Vida.”
U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen speaks during a rally held by Maryland Delegation Members outside of the Social Security Administration Headquarters, in Woodlawn, Monday February 10, 2025. The rally held was for protecting the Integrity of Social Security, Medicare, & Medicaid Amid Reports of DOGE Interference.
In a constitutional crisis, are Chris Van Hollen’s words enough?
At every opportunity, U.S. Sen. Chris Van Hollen has been blunt in talking about the Trump administration’s assault on federal agencies, using descriptions such as “corrupt bargain,” “power grab,” and “coup.”
Load More Stories
Oh no!

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes. If the problem persists, please contact customer service at 443-843-0043 or customercare@thebaltimorebanner.com.