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Maryland’s top lawmakers say they won’t draw new congressional maps in special session
Senate President Bill Ferguson and House of Delegates Speaker Pro Tempore Dana Stein issued a joint statement emphasizing that the scope of the special session will be “strictly limited.”
When members of the Maryland General Assembly convene in a special session on Tuesday, they won’t consider whether to draw new congressional district boundaries.
Officer: I was ‘used as a scapegoat’ after deaf man’s murder in Baltimore jail
For years, the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services has declined to explain publicly the circumstances leading up to Javarick Gantt’s murder.
Javarick Gantt was murdered by an unknown assailant at a state-run jail in the city in 2022.
Senate rejects extension of health care subsidies as costs are set to rise for millions of Americans
The Senate on Thursday rejected legislation to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits, essentially guaranteeing that millions of Americans will see a steep rise in costs at the beginning of the year.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., joined at left by Sen. John Barrasso, R-Wyo., speaks to reporters after a closed-door meeting with fellow Republicans, at the Capitol in Washington, Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2025. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)
Get the ’26 calendars out: Artscape, other Baltimore festival dates set
Mayor Brandon Scott announced the dates Thursday for some of Baltimore’s biggest festivals taking place next year, including Artscape and AFRAM.
Mayor Brandon Scott announces the 2026 dates for the City of Baltimore’s major festivals and citywide special events. Scott said the Charm City Live festival “holds special significance” because he met his wife there and also named their son after the event.
She grew up singing in Damascus. Now she could make it to the finale of ‘The Voice.’
Mindy Miller, who could be headed to the season finale of "The Voice," got her start as a singer/songwriter at The Music Cafe in Damascus.
Country singer and songwriter Mindy Miller
Tensions boil over after Hopkins med students went weeks without hot water
At least two court cases have been filed by residents, and city inspectors have issued five violation notices against the apartment building related to the hot water failure, online records show.
The Essential, a Johns Hopkins-affiliated student housing building hasn’t had hot water in almost a month. The residents are students, staff and residents of the university and hospital.
Jon Meoli: The Orioles made their splash. It feels like they’re just getting started.
There are some once-outlandish outcomes for the remainder of the Orioles’ offseason that are a lot more realistic.
Now that the Orioles have signed Pete Alonso to a five-year, $155 contract, other big-name acquisitions don’t seem as far-fetched.
Howard County exec candidate Atterbeary to resign from House of Delegates
Atterbeary's resignation takes effect Jan. 14 and comes as there could be a shake-up in House leadership roles.
Howard County executive candidate Vanessa Atterbeary is resigning from her seat in the Maryland House of Delegates to focus more of her time on her campaign.
UMBC and former athletic director settle defamation lawsuit
Brian Barrio, former athletic director at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, was not fired for cause, according to an out-of-court settlement announced Wednesday
The University of Maryland, Baltimore County settled out of court on a federal defamation lawsuit filed by the school’s former athletic director.
David Trone will challenge Rep. McClain Delaney for U.S. House seat
Trone represented Maryland’s 6th District starting in 2019, but stepped down in 2024 to run for an open U.S. Senate seat.
David Trone, entrepreneur and co-owner of Total Wine & More, will run in the 2026 Democratic primary for the U.S. House seat now occupied by U.S. Rep. April McClain Delaney.
Spike Gjerde to open tapas bar in former Mount Vernon Stable & Saloon
Celebrity chef Spike Gjerde will open Bar Dalí, a Spanish-style tapas bar, in the basement of the former Mount Vernon Stable & Saloon.
Woodberry Kitchen owner Spike Gjerde is photographed at Woodberry Kitchen on July 10, 2024.
Is Lamar Jackson’s play affected by his absences from practice? | Banner Ravens Podcast
Jackson hasn't had a full week of practice since Week 10.
For sale: Unique post-and-beam home in Clarksville
The home has six bedrooms and 3 1/2 bathrooms. The primary suite is luxurious, with incredible vaulted ceilings, an attached sitting room, and a private balcony. There’s a spacious en suite bathroom, lots of closet space, and access to a tucked-away bonus room with a two-person sauna.
The Pete Alonso signing could prompt a trade. These pitchers are candidates for the Orioles.
Because of the addition of Alonso, Baltimore has a surplus at first base from which to deal.
MacKenzie Gore of the Nationals was a first-time All-Star in 2025.
Baltimore’s only all-boys charter school wants a chance to turn things around. Again.
Baltimore Collegiate was the only charter school recommended for closure this year, with public school officials citing academic and financial concerns.
Baltimore Collegiate School for Boys at 2525 Kirk Ave.
Mount Vernon apartment building in Chasen Cos. portfolio condemned
Baltimore authorities have issued an emergency notice to condemn and demolish a Mount Vernon apartment building in real estate developer Brandon Chasen’s portfolio.
The 10-unit apartment building at 8 E. Eager St., right, in Mount Vernon was issued an emergency notice of condemnation and demolition. The building is part of the Chasen Cos. portfolio owned by real estate developer Brandon Chasen.
Maryland farms expect relief from new wage rule, but their workers may pay the price
A new Labor Department rule may provide some relief to farms and help stabilize food prices long-term, but labor advocates say it exploits workers.
A combine harvests corn at sunset on the eastern shore near Easton.
A solar farm on a Founding Father’s Ellicott City estate gets a tax break
The land is part of Charles Carroll’s once nearly 13,000-acre estate, which was established in 1702. It included a plantation and grand residence called Doughoregan Manor, which was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1971.
A solar farm has been proposed 7 acres of an historic Carroll estate near Folly Quarter Road and Paul’s Lane in Howard County. These days, siblings John, Genevieve and Thomas Carroll own a 330-acre farm nearby, which has been operating under the names Vineyard Farms and Manor Farm since 1989.
What to do in Baltimore this weekend, including the Mayor’s Christmas Parade and GZA
Whether you want to attend the Mayor’s Christmas Parade, see the Christmas tree lighting at City Hall or rap along to Wu-Tang Clan’s GZA, we’ve got you covered.
Jimmy Pelletier, from DC Wheels Charity, wows the crowds with skateboard moves at Hampden's Annual Holiday Parade on December 4, 2022.
7 things to do in Howard County, from Frozen Fest to menorah lightings
Seven things to do in Howard County from Thursday, Dec. 11 through Wednesday, Dec. 17.
To celebrate Hanukkah this year, you can attend several menorah lightings throughout Howard County.
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