Commentary: Supreme Court’s ruling on LGBTQIA+ books is a slippery, hateful slope
The Supreme Court’s decision to let Montgomery County parents exempt their children from public school lessons using LGBTQIA+ books is a subtle tool of hate.
‘A painful setback’: Montgomery County leaders react to Supreme Court ruling on LGBTQIA+ books
A group of parents from Montgomery County had contended that the books violated their First Amendment right to exercise their religion freely.
Lawyers for Kilmar Abrego Garcia ask judge to keep him in jail over deportation concerns
Attorneys for Kilmar Abrego Garcia asked a federal judge in Tennessee on Friday to delay his release from jail amid concerns he’d be deported upon release.
Supreme Court limits nationwide injunctions, but fate of Trump birthright citizenship order unclear
The decision to bar nationwide injunctions was a victory for President Trump, who has complained about judges throwing up obstacles to his agenda.
Judge gives Baltimore more time to decide if it will take smaller payout in opioid lawsuit
A judge extended the deadline for Baltimore City to decide if it would accept a smaller payout in its opioid lawsuit and agreed to rule on abatement first.
Neighbors seek answers after Baltimore police shoot, kill 70-year-old woman
This is the second fatal Baltimore Police officer-involved shooting in West Baltimore in a little more than a week.
Justice Department says Kilmar Abrego Garcia will face US trial before any move to deport him again
The Justice Department said Thursday that it intends to try Kilmar Abrego Garcia on federal smuggling charges in Tennessee before it moves to deport him, addressing fears that he could be expelled again from the U.S. within days.
Maryland restarts process to redevelop State Center in Baltimore
The state — once again — is looking to hire a consultant to develop a plan for the site.
What to know about Supreme Court ruling 10 years ago that legalized same-sex marriage in US
A landmark U.S. Supreme Court ruling 10 years ago on June 26, 2015, legalized same-sex marriage across the U.S.
5 takeaways about Betsy Fox Tolentino, Maryland’s new juvenile services head
Betsy Fox Tolentino is a few weeks into her new job and already has her eye on building trust and confidence in a troubled system.
Kristi Noem blames Maryland law for Baltimore ICE holding room conditions
The Banner first reported in April about people detained by ICE who had been spending multiple days at the facility in a room.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia to remain in jail while attorneys spar whether he’ll be swiftly deported
Kilmar Abrego Garcia is expected to be released from jail in Tennessee on Wednesday, only to be taken into immigration custody.
Maryland’s government hiring ‘freeze’ may end up more of a chill
Maryland's government hiring freeze has exceptions, including for law enforcement, public safety and “priority hires.”
AmeriCorps denies $4.6M grant to Notre Dame Mission Volunteers
Notre Dame Mission Volunteers will cut staff and reduce the number of participants after AmeriCorps denied its request for a $4.6 million grant.
Facing pressure, Maryland’s juvenile services agency gets leader with deep roots, high stakes
Hard conversations will come, but Betsy Fox Tolentino said she’ll listen to law enforcement partners, community members and staff.
Trump administration sues Maryland federal judges over order blocking removal of immigrants
The Trump administration has filed a lawsuit against federal judges in Maryland over an order that blocks the immediate removal of any detained immigrant who requests a court hearing.
Baltimore DPW Director Khalil Zaied to become deputy mayor of operations
In his new role, Khalil Zaied will oversee several Baltimore agencies, including the Department of General Services, the Department of Transportation and more.
Catonsville residents, officials raise alarm over plan to use armory for cannabis incubator
Maryland is moving full speed ahead with plans to turn the Catonsville armory into a state-run cannabis incubator to help small businesses.
A fragile ceasefire between Iran and Israel gives rise to hopes for a long-term peace
The fragile ceasefire between Israel and Iran appeared to be holding on Wednesday after a rocky start.
Gov. Moore institutes hiring freeze, employee buyouts
Gov. Wes Moore is freezing the hiring of new state employees, offering voluntary buyouts and planning to eliminate vacant jobs and possibly consolidate offices.