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Norman Morrison’s Self-Immolation Protesting the Vietnam War Shocked America’s Conscience
On Nov. 2, 1965, the Baltimore Quaker and father of three doused himself in kerosene and set himself on fire at The Pentagon, below the office of Secretary of Defense Robert McNamara.
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The Kids Are Alright: ‘Heavy Metal Parking Lot’ Approaches Its 40th Anniversary
Filmed before a Judas Priest show at the Capital Centre in Landover in 1986, the 16-minute cult classic has been referred to as both the “seminal anthropological study of beer-swilling teenage metalheads” and “one of the greatest rock documentaries ever.”
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Gender-Neutral Bathroom Bill Unanimously Passes City Hearing
Supported by transgender activists and Mayor’s LGBTQ Commission, legislation could be signed during next month’s Pride Weekend.
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Veep Cast and Crew Reflect on Show’s Baltimore Legacy
The HBO series, which airs its finale Sunday, filmed in Baltimore for four years.
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Kaye Whitehead Hopes Mary Bubala Incident is a Teachable Moment
After appearing on a controversial WJZ newscast, the historian talks about what we can learn.
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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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Fall of Bethlehem Steel Chronicled in New Photo Exhibition
Photojournalist’s 15-year study of the decline of American steel opens at the Baltimore Museum of Industry.
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Could New City Council President Brandon Scott Be Baltimore’s Next Mayor?
Former Rawlings-Blake staffer just bulked up his resume for 2020 bid.
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Five Things to Know About Bernard C. “Jack” Young
East Baltimore native knows how to wield power and his first policy moves as mayor will be revealing.
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Mayor Catherine Pugh Resigns Following Healthy Holly Scandal
Attorney Steve Silverman read mayor’s resignation letter during a press conference at his downtown office.
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The Trail Starts Here
Fall is fabulous in Allegany County, the Mountain Side of Maryland.
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Catherine Pugh’s Lawyer Expected to Announce Mayor’s Resignation This Afternoon
Baltimore’s scandal-plagued mayor has been on paid sick leave since April 1.
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FBI and IRS Raid Mayor Catherine Pugh’s Home and City Hall
Corruption investigation stemming from Pugh’s “Healthy Holly” book scandal moves into federal investigation.
News & Community
Hell and High Water
Climate change is already wreaking havoc on the city’s infrastructure and public health. How will Baltimore cope with the staggering challenges to come?
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Discover Relentless Events at M&T Bank Stadium
Relentless Events, the Baltimore Ravens’ newly launched, year-round private events arm, is here to take your event to the next level.
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Maryland Politicians React to Good, Bad, and Ugly in Mueller Report
President didn’t conspire with Russian intelligence during 2016 election. He did try to seize control of the special counsel investigation.
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NDMU Professor Reflects on Fire at Notre Dame Cathedral
Dr. Anne Henderson discusses the cathedral’s historical and religious significance.
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Maryland Legislature Passes Brewery Modernization Act
Plus, new laws will loosen distillery regulations and distribution relationships.
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City Council Urges Pugh’s Immediate Resignation; Mayor Vows to Return
Meanwhile, Mayor’s 2020 campaign consulting organization severs ties.
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John Oliver Features Catherine Pugh Scandal on Last Week Tonight
The HBO show host devotes nearly five minutes discussing the Healthy Holly scandal.
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‘Power of the Ballot’ Explores Extraordinary Life of Baltimore’s First Black City Councilwoman
Morgan State University archivist Ida E. Jones discusses the book on civil rights leader Victorine Q. Adams.
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Amid Ethics Scandal, Catherine Pugh Returns $100,000 from Latest Children’s Book Deal
More University of Maryland Medical System board members resign.
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Catherine Pugh Resigns From UMMS Board Amid $500,000 Book Deal Controversy
Baltimore mayor earned $100,000 in profits in burgeoning ethics scandal.
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Sweet Devotion
Local bakeries tie their communities to the past with family recipes and tastes of home.
