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Dancers from TSU Dance Crew and BMore Than Dance Crew perform at AFRAM in 2023.
What to do in Baltimore this weekend, including AFRAM and Juneteenth events
Whether you want to celebrate Juneteenth, dance to Juvenile at AFRAM or cheer on Big3 basketball, we’ve got you covered.
The man who police shot Tuesday evening died shortly after 11 p.m., the Baltimore Police Department said Wednesday.
Man shot by Baltimore Police in Upton dies, officials say
The man who police shot in Upton on Tuesday evening died, Baltimore Police confirmed Wednesday.
Dozens of law enforcement officers respond to a police-involved shooting in the Upton neighborhood of Baltimore on Tuesday evening.
Tensions flare in Upton after police-involved shooting leaves man in critical condition
A police-involved shooting in Baltimore’s Upton neighborhood Tuesday evening left a man in critical condition and an officer injured — and quickly escalated into tensions flaring between law enforcement and bystanders who crowded the scene.
Irena Stein, owner of popular Venezuelan restaurant Alma Cocina Latina in Station North.
Will a new arepa bar be the boost Alma Cocina Latina is hungry for?
Candela, a new arepa bar coming to Station North, may be the business boost that Alma Cocina Latina’s owners say they need.
Attorney General Anthony Brown says conditions in a federal ICE holding room in Baltimore are poor and violate standards if it were a state-run facility, according to a court filing.
State attorney general decries federal holding room for immigrants in Baltimore
Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown’s filing comes as tensions flare nationwide over ramped-up immigration enforcement amid overcrowding at ICE detention centers.
Fireworks erupt during pregame festivities as the Baltimore Ravens prepare to host the Pittsburgh Steelers in the AFC wild card playoff game at M&T Bank Stadium on Saturday, January 11.
Man pleads guilty to flying drone over Ravens-Steelers playoff game
Alexis Perez Suarez, who flew a drone over M&T Bank Stadium during the Baltimore Ravens’ AFC wild-card playoff game, has been sentenced to one year of probation and more.
Sonia Eaddy, president of Poppleton Now, described the lawsuit as a last resort for her and her neighbors. A federal judge dismissed it Wednesday.
Judge dismisses Poppleton’s lawsuit of last resort against city, developer
A federal judge's dismissal of a lawsuit means that New York-based La Cité Development will continue to control much of the vacant land in the neighborhood, extending a saga that stretches back two decades.
A member of Team Thrill wears a T-shirt from Devin Allen's "Rose" collection with Under Armour.
Devin Allen has a message for Baltimore’s youth. His Under Armour collection says it all.
Friends and family refer to photographer Devin Allen as a rose growing out of the concrete — a metaphor that's all over his new Under Armour collection.
Waiter Aaron Day stands at the entrance of The Prime Rib in Baltimore.
The Dish: This Prime Rib waiter has served legends — and became one himself
Aaron Day, who has worked at The Prime Rib in Baltimore for more than 50 years, has served Rosa Parks and Muhammad Ali. Now people visit to see him.
Elias Nick Costianes, seen through a window, prepares to leave the Edward A. Garmatz U.S. District Courthouse in Baltimore last week.
Judge vacates a Maryland man’s Jan. 6 gun conviction after Trump’s DOJ intervenes
Elias Costianes’ case shows the Trump administration’s efforts to exonerate Jan. 6 defendants for crimes beyond the Capitol attacks.
Urban Foli performs at Del. Malcolm Ruff's annual Juneteenth celebration in 2023.
Juneteenth: What’s open and what’s closed around Maryland
As Maryland pauses to celebrate Juneteenth, here's a list of closures and openings across the state for the holiday.
Baltimore Orioles general manager Mike Elias will have some interesting decisions to make at the trade deadline.
Inside the Dugout: 6 thoughts on the trade deadline
The July 31 deadline has become a de facto measuring stick for how much ground the Orioles can make up in the standings and how quickly they can do it.
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.
1 dead, 2 injured after shooting on I-70 in Frederick County
A man is dead, and two others were injured after a shooting on I-70 in Frederick County on Saturday evening, according to Maryland State Police.
7/8/22—A Baltimore Police officer’s car is parked on the corner of E Lombard St. & President St.
Idaho medical center CEO found dead in Baltimore
Nicholas Manning, 46, was the CEO of West Valley Medical Center in Caldwell, Idaho.
Members of the Charm City Lemon Sticks cheer after their first game of the season.
Uniquely Baltimore: Meet the Charm City Lemon Sticks, a new women’s baseball team
The Charm City Lemon Sticks, a Baltimore women’s baseball team, are the newest addition to the Eastern Women’s Baseball Conference.
The now-closed Docks restaurant at Baltimore’s Inner Harbor.
Docks owner fled Baltimore like the Colts and owes $8.1M, landlord says
Docks owner Gregory Pranzo allegedly took equipment and decor from his Baltimore restaurant to another eatery in Tennessee.
The Baltimore City Council approved Mayor Brandon Scott’s $4.6 billion spending plan with $7 million worth of amendments Monday but no rollback on fine and fee increases.
Mayor Brandon Scott’s budget approved with increases to fines and fees intact
The Baltimore City Council approved Mayor Brandon Scott’s $4.6 billion spending plan with $7 million worth of amendments but no rollback on fine and fee increases.
Three creditors are seeking a Chapter 7 bankruptcy case against Brandon Chasen, which could force him to turn over his possession to repay debts.
Creditors seek bankruptcy case against Baltimore developer Brandon Chasen
Unlike past cases against Chasen businesses, Monday’s petition seeks bankruptcy against Brandon Chasen.
The nonprofit Arts for Learning Maryland is planning to convert Thomas Jefferson Elementary/Middle School in West Baltimore into Dream Academy Charter School for the 2026 school year.
Have an artsy kid? Baltimore approved a charter school just for them
Ten years ago, an arts nonprofit launched a popular summer program at Thomas Jefferson Elementary/Middle School. In 2026, that vision will come to life full-time.
A 43-year-old man has pleaded guilty to federal charges that he orchestrated the shooting of a teacher’s aide in Northwest Baltimore, court records show.
Man pleads guilty 9 years after woman’s killing in murder-for-hire gone wrong
Law enforcement authorities had long said they believed Matthew Hightower was behind the May 27, 2016, shooting of Latrina Ashburne.
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