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Richard Davis, owner of American Bullion Center, inspects jewelry brought in by a first-time customer.
New tax on gold and silver poses existential threat to Maryland bullion shops
As Annapolis faced a budget deficit, officials opted to tax gold and silver purchases. Bullion store owners say that decision could prompt stores to close down.
A rendering of the University of Maryland Medical Center's Regional Medical Center project. A former patient donated $25 million to the project under construction in Easton.
Former patient pledges $25 million to help open a new Eastern Shore hospital
A former patient of an Eastern Shore hospital made a major gift to help the University of Maryland Medical System build a new hospital in Easton.
Donnell Rochester died after being shot by Baltimore Police Officer Connor Murray on February 19, 2022. His body camera caught the moment before he fired the fatal shots. Another officer is on the sidewalk ahead of Murray.
Maryland’s police shooting reports reveal pain, and a path forward
What if Maryland’s new level of scrutiny in police shootings could do more than provide a second look at right or wrong? What if they could prevent more police shootings?
A cleaning crew works on a house in Annapolis that is set up for short-term rentals on I-Day, when parents come to visit their children at the Naval Academy — a popular time for bookings.
Airbnbs are taking over historic Annapolis streets. The city wants to rein them in.
Jurisdictions across the country, particularly those like Maryland’s capital that attract tourists, have been grappling with how to rein in the industry.
Maryland’s new 3% tech services tax starts Tuesday. Here’s what to know.
Maryland businesses and individuals will now pay a 3% tax on certain technology and data services.
St. Vincent de Paul of Baltimore, a non-profit dedicated to combatting homelessness, opens a 236-bed shelter at the Eastern Family Resource Center on the Medstar Franklin Medical Center campus in eastern Baltimore County on Tuesday, July 1, 2025.
St. Vincent de Paul of Baltimore opens new 236-bed shelter in Eastern Baltimore County
In a news release, St. Vincent de Paul of Baltimore said the new Eastside Shelter will offer emergency shelter and essential resources for families, men and women.
A crowd watches fireworks for the Fourth of July from Federal Hill Park on Thursday, July 4, 2024 in Baltimore, MD.
Where to watch the most dazzling 4th of July fireworks
To help you decide where to spend your 4th of July, we’re rounding up some of the best spots to see fireworks in spots across Maryland.
Gunnar Henderson watches his two-run home run during the 10th inning.
Orioles win a wild, wild game out west in Texas
It was a much-needed win — they all are for the Orioles at this point.
State Trooper Police Car from the Maryland State Police on parking lot.
Two Howard County men arrested for fatal I-70 shooting in Frederick County
Francisco Javier Sanchez-Juarez, 28, and Jeffrey Josue Diaz, 24, both of Howard County, were charged with first-degree murder and related firearms charges, police said.
When she was in office, Marilyn Mosby moved to throw out Adnan Syed’s conviction and then dropped the charges against him. But her successor, Ivan Bates, reversed course.
Marilyn Mosby says Ivan Bates filed a professional complaint against her over the Adnan Syed case
Mosby disclosed the complaint with the Attorney Grievance Commission of Maryland during a recent appearance on “Native Land Pod.”
Sometime after the license plate was spotted in Bowley’s Quarters in Baltimore County, the Maryland Department of Transportation yanked it.
Maryland revokes ‘DEPORTM’ license plate, citing political hate
Maryland officials confirmed the DEPORTM plate is no longer street legal.
LGBTQIA+ suicide prevention hotline option is going away. Here’s where else to go in Maryland
With the national suicide prevention hotline will no longer offer specialized support to LGBTQIA+ people, Maryland residents still have options.
Maryland’s population grew more diverse. Look up your county in these charts.
Charts show the demographic breakdown and change in every Maryland county, plus Baltimore, in 2024.
The accused Frederick Police Department employee allegedly asked to see a woman's son naked and admitted to viewing child sexual abuse material, according to police records.
Frederick officer charged with solicitation of a minor, possessing child sexual abuse images
A Frederick Police Department corporal has been charged in Pennsylvania for possession of child sexual abuse material, soliciting a minor and related charges.
Baltimore Orioles pitcher Zach Eflin (24) delivers a pitch during a game against the Detroit Tigers at Oriole Park at Camden Yards in Baltimore, Md. on Wednesday, June 11, 2025.
Orioles right-hander Zach Eflin lands on injured list with back discomfort
Eflin’s previous trip to the injured list this year was for a lat strain.
The Loch Raven reservoir, along with the Prettyboy and Liberty reservoirs, provides water to the city.
DPW lifts voluntary water restrictions for Baltimore region after rainy May
The Baltimore City Department of Public Works lifted the voluntary water restrictions for those using the local water supply.
Brianna O'Keefe yells as she holds a portrait of Kilmar Obrego Garcia during a protest outside the federal courthouse Wednesday, June 25, 2025, in Nashville, Tenn.
Judge again delays Abrego Garcia’s release from Tennessee jail over deportation concerns
Kilmar Abrego Garcia will stay in jail for now over concerns that he could be deported if he’s released to await his trial on human smuggling charges, a federal judge in Tennessee ruled Monday.
The Maryland Department of Health is located in the Herbert R. O'Conor State Office Building at 201 W. Preston Street in Baltimore.
In search for Medicaid fraud, Maryland extends ban on some new treatment programs
Maryland health officials are extending a temporary ban on the enrollment of certain types of mental health and addiction providers in Medicaid amid fraud.
Reginald Davis, a former CEO of the defunct nonprofit manager Strong City Baltimore, has pleaded guilty to one count of federal misdemeanor bank theft.
Ex-leader of Strong City pleads guilty to fraud connected to COVID-19 funds
Reginald Davis, a former CEO of the defunct nonprofit manager Strong City Baltimore, has pleaded guilty to one count of federal misdemeanor bank theft.
D. Wayne Lukas, right, watches The Chick Lang Stakes on Preakness Day at Pimlico Race Course earlier this year.
Kyle Goon: With the force of his personality, D. Wayne Lukas made the Preakness feel important
Even into his late 80s, the legendary trainer made the middle leg of the Triple Crown into an event worth talking about. His powerful presence will be missed.
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