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Orioles pitcher Charlie Morton leaves the mound after being pulled in the third inning Sunday.
Beginning with Charlie Morton, Orioles pitching produces disastrous display in 24-2 loss to Reds
Morton’s ERA rose to 10.89, and the rotation's 6.11 ERA is the worst in baseball.
U.S. Sen. Chris Van Hollen, a Maryland Democrat, in a portrait in Baltimore on Thursday, March 20, 2025.
Van Hollen says US faces constitutional crisis as Trump defies courts
The Supreme Court ruled unanimously that the Trump administration must facilitate Kilmar Abrego Garcia’s return.
Pope Francis tours St. Peter's Square in his popemobile after bestowing the Urbi et Orbi blessing at the end of the Easter mass presided over by Cardinal Angelo Comastri in St. Peter's Square at the Vatican Sunday, April 20, 2025.
Pope Francis emerges from convalescence on Easter, delights crowd with popemobile tour
Before Sunday, Francis’ biggest outing had been a visit to Rome’s downtown prison to spend Holy Thursday with inmates.
Gertrude Hodges.
Gertrude Hodges, first Black graduate of Johns Hopkins nursing school, was a trusted leader
Gertrude “Trudy” Hodges, the first Black graduate of Johns Hopkins Hospital Training School for Nurses, died March 28 of stroke complications. She was 88.
The Thomas Point Shoal Lighthouse is the only screw-pile lighthouse in the bay which stands at its original site.
A decoy coyote’s grand adventure is helping raise funds for an iconic Annapolis lighthouse
Since the children's book “Drew’s Grand Adventure” was published in December, it has amassed more than $2,000 in sales, which will go toward upkeep of the historic Thomas Point Shoal Lighthouse.
From left, Sen. Chris Van Hollen, Kilmar Abrego Garcia, and Rep. Andy Harris.
What makes a Maryland man? Chris Van Hollen and Andy Harris disagree
The definition of a Maryland man is at the center of Kilmar Abrego Garcia’s fate — and maybe the republic itself.
Choi's Chicken & Trout.
Your ultimate guide to Baltimore’s best traditional chicken boxes
Here are the spots where you can find the best chicken boxes, cooked to crispy perfection, according to the EatMoreBeMore Instagram community.
A screenshot from a talk given by Judge Paula Xinis in 2021 to U.S. Courts. Xinis spoke in late March during a virtual observance of Women’s History Month hosted by the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts.
Who is Paula Xinis? Judge at the center of Kilmar Abrego Garcia case
Xinis, an Obama administration appointee, is in the national spotlight after her ruling turned into a standoff with President Donald Trump.
Mayor Brandon Scott, attorney William H. “Billy” Murphy Jr. and Fredricka Gray carry a memorial wreath to place at a mural of Freddie Gray in the Sandtown-Winchester neighborhood on Saturday.
Fredricka Gray honors her brother on anniversary of his death: ‘It’s still justice for Freddie’
As Saturday marked the 10th anniversary of Freddie Gray’s death, a pivotal moment that ignited national outrage and calls for police reform, dozens of people gathered in Baltimore to honor his life.
A Johns Hopkins University bus crashed into a building on N. Charles Street at E. 25th Street in Baltimore after a multi-vehicle accident on Saturday, April 19, 2025.
Johns Hopkins University bus crashes into Charles Village buildings, injuring several people
A Johns Hopkins University shuttle bus crashed into a vehicle before careening into buildings at the corner of North Charles and 25th streets.
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - APRIL 19: Ramón Laureano #12 of the Baltimore Orioles hits a home run in the seventh inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on April 19, 2025 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Greg Fiume/Getty Images)
Off the bench, Ramón Laureano plays huge role in high-scoring Orioles win over Reds
Susan McCutchen of Bladensburg, who has been fighting maglev for eight years, speaks at a community meeting at the Greenbelt library on Saturday alongside Sens. Pamela Beidle and Alonzo Washington.
Moore’s maglev support angers Marylanders in path of high-speed train: ‘Can’t stop fighting’
About 100 people packed a stuffy library meeting room in Greenbelt to vent frustration about the Democratic governor's enthusiasm for a maglev train between Washington and Baltimore.
Brandon Young warms up with resistance bands during spring training in Florida.
Orioles pitcher Brandon Young reaches big leagues after extended journey
The Orioles are promoting their minor league pitcher of the year to start Saturday’s game against the Cincinnati Reds.
For sale: Contemporary townhome in gated community of Rockland
This contemporary Rockland home boasts attractive living spaces inside and out and is completely move-in ready.
BALTIMORE, MD - ARPIL 21:  Protestors participate in a vigil for Freddie Gray down the street from the Baltimore Police Department's Western District police station, April 21, 2015 in Baltimore, Maryland.  Gray, 25, died from spinal injuries on April 19, one week after being taken into police custody.
Freddie Gray timeline: How a Baltimore man’s death changed a city
Here’s a timeline of Freddie Gray’s final moments and the ripple effects that changed Baltimore — and the country — in ways still unfolding today.
Many vacant houses still stand in the Sandtown-Winchester neighborhood on March 19, 2025. Empty and vacant lots replace them, but residents say it hasn't improved the area.
Freddie Gray’s death led to promises for big change. For many, Baltimore looks stubbornly the same.
After the death of Freddie Gray, promises were made to change Baltimore for the better. Ten years later, the city looks the same, many say.
Banner quiz: How closely did you follow the news this week?
Test your knowledge of this week's local news events by taking our quiz.
Orioles starting pitcher Cade Povich gathers himself after allowing a three-run home run to Matt McLain during the fourth inning Friday night at Camden Yards.
Reds hit 3 home runs against Cade Povich to beat the Orioles
The left-hander allowed seven runs on six hits and five walks in 3 1/3 innings Friday night.
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-Md., speaks during a news conference upon his arrival from meeting with Kilmar Abrego Garcia in El Salvador, at Washington Dulles International Airport, in Chantilly, Va., Friday, April 18, 2025. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana)
Van Hollen says improperly deported man ‘traumatized’ by time in dangerous prison
Sen. Van Hollen is the first person Kilmar Abrego Garcia has spoken to see being unlawfully deported and imprisoned in El Salvador. He told the senator he wants to talk to his wife.
In a photo posted to his official X account on Thursday, April 17, 2025, Sen. Chris Van Hollen says he met with Kilmar Abrego Garcia during a trip to El Salvador this week.
Sen. Van Hollen addresses ‘Margaritagate’ after meeting with Kilmar Abrego Garcia
Sen. Chris Van Hollen accused El Salvador’s government of aiming to paint the picture of a leisurely respite for the wrongly deported Kilmar Abrego Garcia by staging their meeting with drinks meant to look like alcohol.
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