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Ex-Baltimore cop Daniel Hersl, who served time for the Gun Trace Task Force corruption scandal, dies
Hersl was released early in January, after serving about eight years of his 18-year prison sentence, due to cancer.
An undated photo provided by the Baltimore Police Department of Detective Daniel Hersl.
Orioles to resod Camden Yards field as part of deal with LA Rams
The Orioles, who rent Camden Yards from the state, sublet the ballpark to the Rams for the week.
The outfield at Oriole Park has been transformed into a football practice field for the Los Angeles Rams as they prepare for a game this weekend in London.
Yes, ‘Karen,’ your Maryland crab cakes are made with imported seafood
A video taken by an irate diner about the sourcing of a Maryland crab cake at G&M Restaurant keeps going viral on social media.
A crab cake and sides from G&M Restaurant in Linthicum Heights.
‘Disrespecting me’: Man in wheelchair claims self-defense in senior living facility shooting
Norman Waker, on the third day of his trial Thursday, testified that he acted in self-defense when he shot two men, killing Clyde Barnes,79, and severely injuring Vance Winston Bey, 73.
Police presence outside Pleasant View Gardens on Thursday, February 20, 2025, as they investigate a shooting inside the senior living facility.
His Costa Rica era: Brandon Chasen consulting, teaching surf lessons
Chasen, 39, testified for about two hours Thursday in the Edward A. Garmatz U.S. Courthouse in Baltimore during a hearing in his namesake real estate company's bankruptcy case.
Real estate developer Brandon Chasen, right, walks with attorney Adam Freiman as they leave the Edward A. Garmatz United States Courthouse in Baltimore, Md., on Monday, Sept. 15, 2025.
National Aquarium temporarily closed due to power outage
The National Aquarium in Baltimore was closed on Thursday because of an electrical outage at its Pier 3 building, according to a statement from the aquarium.
A sign outside the National Aquarium in Baltimore on Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025, tells visitors it was closed.
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.
Amazon to hire 6,500 seasonal workers in Maryland ahead of holidays
Amazon is ramping up its holiday hiring nationwide, with plans to add 6,500 workers in Maryland, the company said.
Amazon's BWI2 Fulfillment Center located  in Baltimore, MD is seen on July 11, 2024.
Rams practices at Oriole Park present a unique sight — and privacy challenge
For the first time ever, football players are practicing at Camden Yards. Doing so in the shadow of surrounding buildings, like the nearby Hilton, presents a unique privacy challenge for the Los Angeles Rams.
The outfield at Oriole Park has been transformed into a football practice field for the Los Angeles Rams as they prepare for a game this weekend in London.
Raccoon captured inside Baltimore school tests positive for rabies
A raccoon captured inside Fallstaff Elementary/Middle School in Northwest Baltimore on Tuesday tested positive for rabies, according to the city’s health department.
A raccoon that tested positive for rabies was captured inside Fallstaff Elementary Middle School in Baltimore on Tuesday, October 14, 2025.
Impact Maryland 2025: Moore, other leaders discuss challenges in the state — and opportunities
The Banner’s third annual thought leadership conference, taking place at the Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall in Baltimore, tackles how Maryland can respond to threats from federal spending cuts, the future of college research and the impact of the arts.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore and moderator David Rubenstein in conversation during Impact Maryland 2025 on Tuesday.
What to do in Baltimore this weekend, including Comic-Con and a running festival
Whether you want to explore Baltimore Comic-Con, cheer on the Baltimore Running Festival or be amazed by magician Justin Willman, we’ve got you covered.
Rashid Farmer, right, has a lightsaber duel with Trey Jones during Baltimore Comic-Con at the Baltimore Convention Center on September 8, 2023.
Marylanders in ‘dark mood’ as cost of living rises, poll finds
About 84% of Marylanders said they worry sometimes or every day about money.
Baltimore’s education dynasty gathers around a Roland Park dinner table
Around the Hornbeck family table are two Baltimore school principals, a former Maryland state superintendent of schools and two teachers.
The Hornbeck family, including from left Matt Hornbeck, David Hornbeck, Becky Hornbeck and Mark Gaither, gathers for dinner.
Massive data centers invaded Virginia — and Maryland wants to be next
Virginia’s rapid accumulation of nearly 600 data centers now feels like a warning for some Marylanders, as businesses and local governments look to attract the giant facilities.
The 503,000-square-foot 72MW Corscale Data Center is the first of five planned data centers to be opened by Corscale in the Gainesville Crossing Data Campus in Gainesville, Virginia.
Now, more than ever, we need to focus on Black men’s mental health
Playwright Brandon Shaun Fields’ “What You Don’t See” is being restaged this weekend because he thinks this is a crucial time to focus on Black men’s mental health.
Ebony Jackson, left, and Loch Edwards rehearse for "What You Don't See," which will be performed at the Chesapeake Arts Center on Oct. 18.
Alleged fight over $70 in cigarettes at the center of murder trial for man who uses a wheelchair
A 65-year-old man in a wheelchair is on trial for murder after an alleged fight over $70 worth of cigarettes led to a fatal shooting inside an East Baltimore senior complex.
Police presence outside Pleasant View Gardens on Thursday, February 20, 2025, as they investigate a shooting inside the senior living facility.
Marylanders welcome Israel-Hamas peace agreement despite uncertain future
Although the ceasefire and return of hostages are welcome relief for many, some aid groups and activists worry about Gaza's uncertain future.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2025 - Crowds of people from several Baltimore County synagogues gathered for an evening of dancing, singing and prayer on Tuesday night for the Jewish holiday of Simchat Torah and also to celebrate the release of 20 Israeli hostages from Gaza.
Baltimore City Community College faculty were ‘blindsided’ by Schmoke’s merger plan, union chair says
Baltimore City Community College faculty were “blindsided” by a plan to consolidate their employer with the University of Baltimore, according to Laura Pope, the faculty union chair.
University of Baltimore President Kurt Schmoke speaks ahead of a mayoral debate held at at the school’s H. Mebane Turner Learning Commons on April 30, 2024.
67-year-old falls off boat while crabbing in Baltimore County, found dead hours later
A 67-year-old man fell off of a boat while crabbing near Hart-Miller Island and was later found dead Tuesday, officials said.
A man died after falling out of a boat while crabbing near Hart-Miller Island on Tuesday.
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