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The Women of the Pitch & Putt Golf Club Drive Home a Powerful Legacy
How the nearly 90-year-old club helped desegregate the city’s public courses and advance the civil rights movement.
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For 50 Years, Southeast Baltimore’s “I Am An American Day” Parade Welcomed New U.S. Citizens
At its height, the four-hour spectacle drew patriotic crowds of more than 250,000 to cheer on newly naturalized citizens, marching bands, and famous parade marshals.
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Former Presidents Obama and Clinton to Speak at Cummings Funeral in Baltimore
The late Congressman is the first African American elected official to lie in state at the U.S. Capitol today.
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Jack Young Hopes to Continue Pushing Agenda With Mayoral Run
Amidst an expected announcement that he will seek election in 2020, we examine his initiatives.
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Former Baltimore Mayor Thomas D’Alesandro III, Brother of Nancy Pelosi, Dies at 90
Known as “Young Tommy,” D’Alesandro III presided over the city during tumultuous period, including the ’68 riots.
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U.S. Rep. Elijah Cummings, Passionate Advocate for Civil Rights and Baltimore, Dies at 68
The son of former sharecroppers and House Oversight Committee chairman passed away early Thursday.
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Hogan Says He Supports Trump Impeachment Inquiry
Maryland Governor joins small but increasing number of Republicans distancing themselves from the president.
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New City Council Bill Could Ban Plastic Bag Use Across Baltimore
A vote next week could set in motion a bill that reaches the mayor’s desk.
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Pelosi Announces House Will Begin Trump Impeachment Inquiry
Maryland’s Democratic congressional delegation announces support for formal hearings.
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Camp Directory
A comprehensive resource guide including a list of camp experiences, from sports to academic to religious, in the Baltimore area.
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City Council President Brandon Scott Announces Mayoral Bid
Election for Baltimore’s top office expected to shape up as a generational battle.
Arts District
History of Baltimore’s Bygone Synagogues Captured in New Plein Air Art Exhibit
Collection of oil paintings on view at Baltimore Hebrew Congregation through October 28.
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Bugle Player
Former Baltimore Elite Giant Roy Campanella led the team to their first Negro National League title.
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Visit Middletown, Maryland
History and charm meet right around the corner in Frederick County.
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Plans to Transform Penn Station Into Station North Hub Continue Forward
A pledge from Amtrak as well as government and private funds will contribute to neighborhood renovation.
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Reopening of Harlem Park Recreation Center Marks a New Beginning
The West Baltimore hub is back, serving as a model for future Rec and Parks projects.
Arts & Culture
Time Machine
It took Trudy Morgal two decades to find her now-iconic portrait from the weekend of peace, love, music, and mud.
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What is the Likelihood of President Trump Coming to Baltimore?
With a House Republican conference and an invitation from Elijah Cummings, a presidential visit might be imminent.
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Trump’s Continued Attacks on Baltimore Addressed in Democratic Presidential Debate
Candidates are some of many who have come to the city’s defense in recent days.
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Baltimore City Takes on Trump after President’s Vitriolic Attacks
Donald Trump adds people of Baltimore, Rep. Elijah Cummings, Maryland Congressional District to growing list of black and brown targets.
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City Council Seeks to Address Trauma Crisis Among Baltimore Children
More than 56 percent of city children have experienced one or more major traumatic events.
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Baltimoreans Recount the Moon Landing on Its 50th Anniversary
For those around to see it, the Apollo 11 mission was an especially momentous occasion.
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Baltimore-Invented TV Camera Sent Moon Walk Images Around the World
Westinghouse engineer Stanley Lebar built the Apollo 11 lunar television camera.
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Leana Wen Ousted as President of Planned Parenthood
Former Baltimore City Health Commissioner, on job less than a year, was second physician to lead organization in 103-year history.
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A Month Before Woodstock, Led Zeppelin and The Guess Who Rocked the Laurel Pop Festival
Fifty years ago, music’s biggest names shared a stage in Laurel.
