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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MAY 03: Ben Stiller attends the Apple TV+ Official FYC Event for "Severance" Season 2 on May 03, 2025 in Los Angeles, California.
Why Ben Stiller’s sleuthing around Baltimore
Actor and director Ben Stiller visited Baltimore’s circuit courthouse ahead of filming for his next project, reported to be about former U.S. vice president and Maryland Gov. Spiro Agnew.
A white sign in all capital letters says "ZAXBYS" on top of a Zaxbys restaurant.
Zaxbys chicken chain is coming to the Baltimore region
Zaxbys is a Georgia-based chain with locations in Northern Virginia and other Maryland spots planned for the Eastern Shore.
Stephan McClellan of One Life Wonder performs for a crowd at Artscape on Sept. 22, 2023.
What to do in Baltimore this weekend, from Artscape to Brew at the Zoo
Whether you want to check out Baltimore’s annual Artscape festival, try new beers at the Maryland Zoo or headbang at Maryland Deathfest, we’ve got you covered.
Sarah Miriam Peale's 1830 self-portraits is one of 22 works included in a new exhibit at Hammond Harwood House in Annapolis examining women painters of Peale dynasty of early American painters. It runs through Aug. 15.
7 things to do in Annapolis: ‘Peale Women Painters’ explores hidden members of American arts dynasty
Three new art exhibits opening for Memorial Day offer a good opportunity to see another side of Annapolis, its visual arts. It's also a parade weekend in Annapolis, and time for alfresco dining to return to West Street.
The Saturday Farmer’s Market on Main returns to Ellicott City starting this weekend. Another farmers market is back for a second year in Savage starting Wednesday.
7 Things to do in Howard County from a free ‘Wicked’ screening to a Memorial Day observance
Memorial Day is often billed as the unofficial start of summer. In Howard County, it heralds the return of several beloved community events, from free summer movie nights at The Wine Bin in Old Ellicott City to the second season of Savage’s new(ish) farmers market.
Photo of a Baltimore City sunset by photographer Teresa Duggan
Fighting a creative block? This artist’s matchmaking skills may help
A show celebrating 15 years of unique multidisciplinary works done by artists, who in some cases have never met, is on display in Howard County through the weekend.
A Southwest Airlines jet takes off from Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport.
Southwest Airlines will require chargers be kept out while in use because of battery fire concerns
Southwest is the first U.S. airline to restrict the use of portable chargers like this.
A local artist market is seen along Charles Street at Artscape in Baltimore, MD on September 22, 2023.
Artscape 2025: All the changes you need to know, plus the music and forecast
From a new location and date to the debut of the Scout Art Fair, there are a lot of changes coming to Baltimore’s Artscape festival. Here’s a handy FAQ.
Enjoy your Thrasher's French fries with apple cider vinegar.
The Dish: The foods top local chefs can’t wait to eat this summer
Summertime is the best time to be obsessed with food. From tomato sandwiches to Thrasher’s fries, here's what chefs are excited to eat this season.
Flags placed by members of the Young Marines and Girl Scouts marking the gravesites of veterans are reflected in a statue at Dulaney Valley Memorial Gardens in Timonium on May 25, 2024.
7 Things to do in Baltimore County, from live comedy to a Memorial Day observance
Here’s a roundup of some worthwhile and fun things to do in Baltimore County for the week of May 22-28, 2025.
The historic Nottoway Plantation in White Castle, Louisiana, burned down in a massive fire on Thursday, May 15, 2025.
A plantation on fire may feel like justice, but echoes of slavery haunt Baltimore, too
Sure, there’s something to be said for preserving history like the Nottoway plantation. But when that history’s been thrown away in favor of engagement photos, what are we really losing in the fire?
Affogatto is a new cat cafe in Fells Point.
Coffee, kittens and disco: New Fells Point cat cafe aims to charm
Affogatto, a new cat cafe in Fells Point, is expected to open later this month.
The Towson skyline glows in the colors of sunrise.
Is your kid graduating from a Towson college? Here are some attractions to check out
So, you’re visiting Towson for your child’s graduation and you may be wondering what there is to do. There’s plenty of history, culture and nature to check out.
Gabby Rodriguez, center, goes through the stacks of materials available for purchase as store employee Erica Kim, left, organizes crafting goods inside SCRAP Creative Reuse in Pigtown.
How to do ‘recession core’ — the Baltimore way
Americans are preparing for an economic downturn — a trend that’s evident on “recession core” social media.
Soap opera legend Tamara Tunie.
Tamara Tunie of ‘Beyond the Gates’ explores the bougie side of Maryland’s elite
Soap star Tamara Tunie, in town for the Lewis Museum gala, talks about her career, the fictional Maryland community in "Beyond The Gates" and the importance of preserving Black history.
Art with a Heart commissioned the sculpture of George “Spider” Anderson.
Park Heights statue of first Black Preakness-winning jockey proves ‘greatness has always lived here’
A statue of George “Spider” Anderson, the first Black jockey to win the Preakness Stakes, was unveiled near Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore.
The crab dip at Mama's on the Half Shell.
Classic, creamy and Chesapeake: The best traditional crab dips in the area
From upscale restaurants to dive bars, these are the spots where traditional crab dip reigns supreme, according to food social media influencer Chris Franzoni.
From left, Taye Diggs, Harold Perrineau, Malcolm D. Lee and Morris Chestnut collaborated for the spirit Sable Bourbon.
Hundreds of fans flock to see ‘Best Man’ stars at Laurel liquor store
Fans flocked to Laurel to meet "The Best Man" actors Morris Chestnut, Taye Diggs and Harold Perrineau, along with screenwriter and director Malcolm D. Lee, in town to promote their Sable Bourbon.
Erin Stellmon, one of the founders of Gunz of Steel, and Katherine Wunderink practice arm wrestling at the Clifton Pleasure Club in Baltimore.
At Gunz of Steel, women and nonbinary arm wrestlers flex muscles and mayhem
A dozen costumed participants, many joined by a costumed manager, will lock arms across Stellmon’s custom-built arm wrestling table for four rounds of competition at Gunz of Steel.
A fermented veggie flight at HEX Superette.
A fermented food community comes together in Baltimore for a gaseous new festival
Amid a rising interest in fermenting foods, producers and businesses from across Maryland are coming to teach Baltimoreans the “fermented arts.”
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