Community issues
Federal workers are frustrated. Some feel better shouting from an I-95 overpass at rush hour.
Frustrated with the Trump administration, some federal workers and family members said they came to the Gorman Road overpass of I-95 looking for catharsis, community and a form of validation.
7 things to do in Howard County, from Holi color run to Easter EGGstravaganza
Here are 7 things to do in Howard County for the week of April 10 through 16, 2025.
From Wawa to the woods: Rachel Morin’s final hour traced through technology and witnesses
Morin, a 37-year-old mother of five, was killed on Aug. 5, 2023.
Condensing resumes and other job hunt tips for former Maryland federal workers
Career counselors and employers offer advice to Maryland federal workers, some of whom are returning to a crowded job market as Trump's administration dramatically scales back the size of the government.
Rejected at her door, ICE nabs a Maryland woman in her car after smashing her window
Video shows a U.S. ICE agents breaking the window of a Maryland woman, Elsy Noemi Berrios, after failing to detain her at home.
Youth ministry leader faces more than 70 charges after sexual abuse allegations surface
A Catonsville youth ministry director was indicted Monday on more than 70 charges, stemming from allegations of sexually abusing minors.
BWI’s new top official comes from the Federal Aviation Administration
Shannetta R. Griffin was named the administration’s new head at the end of last week.
Explosions expected near Old Ellicott City for tunnel development
Blasts from ongoing Ellicott City flood mitigation projects are set to resume on or around April 14.
Facing wall of landowners, power line developer will seek court order to survey route
The line is part of a $5 billion portfolio of projects planned by the region’s grid operator, PJM Interconnection.
Ex-priest accused of sex abuse in Baltimore County indicted on 15 charges
William Mannion Jr., known as “Father Bill,” now faces 15 felony counts.
Hopkins trailblazer scrambles to protect cancer research as Trump cuts hit home
The world-class pancreatic cancer researcher at Johns Hopkins University had so-called indirect funds slashed by the federal government.
They raised $16 million for Key Bridge disaster relief. None of it went to victims’ families.
A community foundation raised money for the Maryland Tough, Baltimore Strong fund under the explicit premise that Key Bridge victims’ families would see some of it.
How last-minute budget language saved a Black yacht club, and the white one next door
Black steelworkers built Pleasant View. They were not going to lose it.
A Baltimore housing program is leading the nation in a key metric
A Cityscape paper found the Baltimore area is bucking a national trend.
What BGE customers need to know about Maryland’s utility legislation
The Maryland General Assembly tried to tackle complaints about escalating gas and electric bills.
Anne Arundel council passes hotly contested redevelopment bill
Some questioned the motivations of those opposing the bill, saying they believed concerns about traffic and schools disguised racism and classism.
Waterfront restaurant Sunset Cove closes after more than a decade in Bowleys Quarters
The beloved sandy beach bar and restaurant shut its doors Sunday, according to a Facebook post from the restaurant.
National Park Service restores Harriet Tubman, slavery words to Underground Railroad website
The National Park Service restores language to webpages describing the Underground Railroad after reaction to the changes.
Moore, General Assembly leaders reflect on tough session as bills are signed
A budget crisis compounded by uncertainty from the Trump administration combined to create a perfect storm for lawmakers in Maryland.
State gives Baltimore $1.5 million again for bike trail after city fumbled funding
State lawmakers once again carved out $1.5 million for Baltimore’s Greenway Trails Network months after the city fumbled the same amount away.