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Crime is down, so why isn’t Ivan Bates happy?
Baltimore City has achieved a stunning turnaround in violent crime despite a rift between State’s Attorney Ivan Bates and Mayor Brandon Scott.
Ivan Bates, Baltimore City’s 26th state’s attorney, looks out over downtown from his office.
Cracker Barrel in Annapolis to open in early February, hiring 160
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store will open in early February across from the Annapolis Mall. World of Beer opened Monday at Annapolis Mall.
This aerial image taken with a drone shows a Cracker Barrel restaurant in Binghamton, N.Y., Aug. 23, 2025.
Montgomery County could add $1 million to senior services amid federal cuts
The funding would come out of the county’s reserves for the fiscal year 2026 budget, which ends in July.
Montgomery County Council member Laurie-Anne Sayles speaks during a press conference announcing a $1 million budget appropriation to support the county health safety net at the Silver Spring Civic Center on Monday morning.
Judge says she’ll hold a limited hearing on seizure of Luigi Mangione’s backpack
A federal judge on Monday said she will hold a short hearing on procedures that police said allowed them to seize and look through Luigi Mangione’s backpack when he was arrested in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Luigi Mangione appears in Manhattan Criminal Court, Monday, Dec. 8, 2025, in New York.
At Golden Globes, another shining moment for ‘Golden’ and a Maryland native
“Golden,” the “KPop Demon Hunters” smash featuring vocals by Maryland native Rei Ami, won best original song at Sunday’s Golden Globe Awards. Is an Oscar next?
BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 11: (FOR EDITORIAL USE ONLY) (L-R) Audrey Nuna, EJAE and Rei Ami, winners of the Best Original Song - Motion Picture for "Golden" from "KPop Demon Hunters," pose in the press room during the 83rd Annual Golden Globe Awards at The Beverly Hilton on January 11, 2026 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images)
Measles case prompts exposure warning in Maryland on Amtrak, BWI shuttles
Maryland health officials are investigating possible measles exposures after a person with a confirmed case traveled through the region on an Amtrak train.
Measles had been eliminated in the U.S, but a decline in vaccination rates has led the disease to resurface across the country.
Trump’s battle with the Federal Reserve escalates with DOJ criminal indictment threat
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said Sunday the Department of Justice has served the central bank with subpoenas and threatened it with a criminal indictment over his testimony this summer about the Fed’s building renovations.
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell and President Donald Trump look over a document of cost figures during a visit to the Federal Reserve.
The community effort to preserve a historic Black cemetery in Maryland’s capital
Brewer Hill Cemetery is a site rich in details from Annapolis Black history, yet it has fallen into a state of disrepair.
Flags planted near gravestones at Brewer Hill Cemetery in Annapolis.
A Baltimore homebuying dream collides with a ‘heartbreaking’ rental scam
On Oct. 21, Jalen Absolum, 18, of Philadelphia, closed on a home on Riggs Avenue in Mosher in cash. A family was living in the house and claimed they had a lease.
Jalen Absolum, left, joined by his mother, Avril Absolum, and sister, Janiene Smith. Jalen closed on a home on Riggs Avenue but later found a family was living there, claiming they had a lease.
Ravens reset: Breaking down what Steve Bisciotti should prioritize in his coaching search
As the Ravens’ coaching search unfolds, here’s what Banner reporters think Steve Bisciotti should look for in John Harbaugh's replacement.
Owner Steve Bisciotti, left, is scheduled to talk to the media about the head coaching search Tuesday.
Another big game by Cambridge lifts No. 19 Ohio State over No. 8 Maryland 89-76
Oluchi Okananwa scored 27 points for Maryland (16-2, 4-2 Big Ten) and surpassed 1,000 for her career.
T’yana Todd of Ohio State, top, and Addi Mack of Maryland battle for possession during the Buckeyes’ win Saturday.
‘ICE Out for Good’ draws councilman, protestors to Catonsville
Dozens of protesters headed to the Interstate 695 overpass on Frederick Road in Catonsville for an “ICE Out for Good” demonstration.
Demonstrators hold signs during an anti-ICE protest on the Frederick Road overpass above I-695 in Catonsville on Sunday.
Montgomery County natives selected as alternates on U.S. Olympic ice dancing team
Caroline Green and Michael Parsons finished fourth at the national championship
Caroline Green and Michael Parsons compete in the rhythm dance program Thursday in St. Louis, where they finished fourth in the U.S. Figure Skating Championships.
Another man killed at Maryland’s deadliest prison
Maryland State Police have launched an investigation following a reported killing at North Branch Correctional Institution in Allegany County.
Maryland State Police have launched an investigation following a reported killing at North Branch Correctional Institution in Allegany County.
59-year-old man killed in Northwest Baltimore shooting
A 59-year-old man was shot and killed in Northwest Baltimore Sunday morning.
A Baltimore County police vehicle’s lights flash while parked outside of the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center at the University of Maryland in Baltimore, Md. on Thursday, March 13, 2025.
String of burglaries at Catonsville businesses under investigation
Baltimore County Police are investigating after a string of burglaries at Catonsville businesses early Sunday morning.
Baltimore County police at the intersection of Middle River Road and Bird River Road after a suspicious package was reported at Freedom Church Middle River on Saturday, July 12, 2025.
The Golden Globes are tonight. Here’s what to look for and how to watch the show.
The Golden Globes bill themselves as Hollywood’s booziest bash. This year, is anyone ready to party?
Nikki Glaser rolls out the red carpet during the 83rd Golden Globes press preview on Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026, at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, Calif.
20-year-old will face attempted murder charge after Catonsville shooting
The Baltimore County Police Department arrested a 20-year-old man in connection with a shooting on Friday.
Baltimore Police lights flicker at night.
Everything you need to know about getting your child vaccinated in Maryland
Access and affordability are virtually unchanged.
Reva Bounan, RN administers a vaccine injection to Ryan Lewis (11) during a Vaccine Clinic offered at BCPS Fest held at New Town High School on August 16th, 2025 in Owings Mills, MD.
New House Speaker Joseline Peña-Melnyk stresses civility, finding solutions
Maryland’s new speaker of the House of Delegates faces a budget shortfall and thorny debates about immigration enforcement, affordability and redistricting. She says she’s ready for the challenge.
Maryland Speaker Joseline Peña-Melnyk presided over a one-day legislative session after being elected to the position of speaker in December. Now, she’s about to begin her first full legislative session in the House’s top job.
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