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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.
Quince Orchard’s football team is on an amazing run
The reigning state champions are undefeated again. How do they remain at the top of the state year after year?
The Quince Orchard high school football team celebrates after winning the state championship last year.
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.
Angel Reese becomes first pro athlete to walk in Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show
“It was destined for me,” the Randallstown native said during an interview before the show began.
Angel Reese walks the runway during the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show on Wednesday.
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.
Judge temporarily blocks the Trump administration from firing workers during shutdown
A federal judge on Wednesday temporarily blocked President Donald Trump’s administration from firing workers during the government shutdown, saying the cuts appeared to be politically motivated.
President Donald Trump walking off stage after speaking to a gathering of top U.S. military commanders at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025, in Quantico, Va. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)
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.
Orioles manager tracker: Interest in future Hall of Famer Albert Pujols
President of baseball operations Mike Elias said the Orioles hoped to hire a manager “ASAP,” cognizant of the competition that will come from multiple openings across the league.
Albert Pujols stands on the first green during the first round of the American Century Championship at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course in July.
3 in 4 Maryland kids are shut out of after-school programs
Too many Maryland families are ‘scrambling to figure out what they’re doing at 3 p.m.' since most kids are shut out from after school programs.
Students engage in an after-school program within one of the educational spaces at Okinawan Karate Dojo on 6/13/24 in Ellicott City, MD.
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.
New York woman was shot and killed in Silver Spring while saying goodbye to her mother
The mother of the New York City woman police say was killed by her ex-boyfriend in Silver Spring witnessed the fatal ambush.
A charging document from Montgomery County Police says that Monique Charles’ mother witnessed her daughter’s killing on Sunday.
Anne Arundel reopens popular south county boat ramp after backlash over closure
Anne Arundel County officials announced they were reopening the Discovery Village Boat Ramp, having negotiated a new lease with the property owner. Its closure spurred public backlash.
Friday, July 18, 2025 — Discovery Village in Shady Side is on the market after Anne Arundel County withdrew from its lease.
Conway highlights Baltimore’s opioid crisis in launching challenge to Mfume
Baltimore City Councilman Mark Conway launched a challenge to longtime U.S. Rep. Kweisi Mfume.
Standing near the intersection of Pennsylvania and North avenues, Baltimore City Councilman Mark Conway launches his candidacy for Congress.
Baltimore spending board approves $48M deal for nonprofit payments
The deal, announced this month, calls for 14 tax-exempt city institutions to make annual payments to the city starting at $6 million in 2027 and escalating to $12 million by 2030.
Baltimore’s Board of Estimates approved a five-year deal Wednesday by which 14 nonprofits will make annual payments to the city of as much as $12 million.
MacKenzie Scott gives $63 million to Morgan State, its largest-ever donation
Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott has now given Morgan State University a total of $103 million.
Morgan State University has now received a total of $103 million from MacKenzie Scott.
What to know about the Baltimore Running Festival this weekend
The four races — a 26.2-mile marathon, the CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield half-marathon, the 5K and Pandora 10K races — will begin at different times and locations near the Inner Harbor.
Half Marathon runners at the start of their event during the Baltimore Running Festival on October 19th, 2024 in Baltimore, MD. Eric Thompson for The Baltimore Banner.
Annapolis restricts short-term rentals
The new rules will limit each side of a city block, defined as a “block face,” with no more than 10% of short-term rentals.
Annapolis has been grappling with how to regulate short-term rentals, like Airbnb and Vrbo, for at least six years. A new bill before the City Council would limit future short-term rentals in the popular tourist destination.
Kyle Goon: Which Ravens coordinator is in more trouble? It might be Todd Monken.
For weeks, the spotlight has glared grimly on Ravens defensive coordinator Zach Orr, but his head coach and players have leapt to defend him. Now that Todd Monken is getting grilled for offensive shortcomings, it seems the decorated OC is getting less public support from those around him.
Baltimore Ravens offensive coordinator Todd Monken takes questions from reporters following the team’s organized team activities at the Under Armour Performance Center in Owings Mills, Md. on Tuesday, June 3, 2025.
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