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History & Politics
Wes Moore to Become Maryland’s First Black Governor
Maryland makes sweeping history with statewide elections of Moore, attorney general-elect Anthony Brown, and comptroller-elect Brooke Lierman.
Arts & Culture
In New Book, Kristina R. Gaddy Tackles the Extraordinary History of the Banjo
'Well of Souls' will fascinate readers interested in early American music history—and just early American history, period.
Food & Drink
The Midway’s Final Evening: The Block’s Only Non-Strip Club Bar Closes After Decades-Long Run
Like The Block itself, The Midway became a Baltimore institution simply by surviving.
History & Politics
Now That Adnan Syed Has Won His Release, What Comes Next?
The first-degree murder conviction in the high-profile case—documented in the first season of 'Serial'—was vacated Monday in light of newly acquired evidence not previously turned over to defense attorneys.
Arts & Culture
Baynard Woods Has Written Several Books, But Never One as Personal as His Latest
'Inheritance: An Autobiography of Whiteness' explores Woods' upbringing in the Deep South, as well as his family’s enslaver history.
Science & Technology
Hopkins Researcher Says His Deadly Experiments on Owls Can Help Treat ADHD. PETA Believes There’s a Better Way
Owl testing isn't the only concern raised at Hopkins by PETA and Stop Animal Exploitation Now.
Sports
Former Miss Oriole Broke the Rules and Married a Pitcher
“Would I want my daughter to do a Miss Oriole contest today? No," says Bonnie Lorber Habyan.
History & Politics
After 45 Years, SCOTUS Sketch Artist Art Lien Sets Down His Pencils and Watercolors
The Supreme Court is one place cameras are still not allowed.
History & Politics
Early Primary Results: Cox Takes GOP Nom for Governor; Lierman Wins Dem Comptroller Bid
With mail-ballots still to be counted, Wes Moore up in Democratic governor’s race; Ivan Bates leads Marilyn Mosby in City State’s Attorney’s election.
News & Community
Though the Exterior of The Peale is Relatively Modest, The Story Inside Is Anything But
Shuttered for much of the past quarter century, the museum officially reopens (again) on August 13 following a $5.5-million overhaul.
Arts & Culture
D. Watkins’ Latest Book Examines The Toxic Masculine Culture in Which He Was Raised
We caught up with the 'New York Times' best-selling author to discuss 'Black Boy Smile,' out now.
History & Politics
At 57, East Baltimore’s Muggsy Bogues is Still Larger Than Life
Former NBA star's new memoir recounts relationships with family, mentors, and his fellow Dunbar Poets.
Arts & Culture
‘The Wire’ 20 Years Later: How Does “The Greatest Television Show Ever” Hold Up?
When the show ended its run, David Simon said he wanted his portrayal of Baltimore judged against the future.
Arts & Culture
The Street Musician Known as Merdalf is the Mayor of 32nd Street
The 69-year-old busker is at home at the Waverly Farmers Market.
News & Community
Alt-Newspaper ‘Baltimore Beat’ Set for Summer Return
With new funding, former alt-weekly plans July re-launch as Black-led, bi-monthly print publication and website.
Arts & Culture
J.M. Giordano’s ‘We Used to Live at Night’ Exhibition Opens at Maryland Art Place
Giordano discusses the show based on his first book, which chronicles 25 years of Baltimore’s seen and unseen nightlife.
Arts & Culture
‘Baltimore Anthology’ Presents Unique Take on the City Through the Eyes of Local Writers
A part of Belt Publishing's City Anthology Series, the short story collection, out June 28, is co-edited by Gary Altmeter and Rafael Alvarez.
Arts & Culture
‘We Own This City’: David Simon and HBO Bring Baltimore’s Corrupt Gun Trace Task Force to Television
We chat with author and crime reporter Justin Fenton about watching his book get remade for TV.
News & Community
Photographer Matthew Christopher Documents ‘Abandoned America’
Along with photographing long-shuttered psychiatric institutions, Christopher has shot former factories, power plants, churches, schools, mills, and malls across Maryland.
The Chatter
Pothole Politics: Baltimore’s Battered Roads Are Set to Get a Long-Deferred Fix
State funding for city street maintenance expected to finally return.
