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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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Eyes of the Law
In new book, former undercover cop Jim Cabezas details his career fighting corruption and blindness.
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Gerrymandering Decision Leaves Maryland Political Leaders Disappointed
After the Supreme Court ruling, calls for reform have increased on both sides of the aisle.
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Kamala Harris Campaign Staffers Adjust to Life in Baltimore
As Senator Kamala Harris’ campaign for president settles in, her staffers discover their new city.
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Visit Middletown, Maryland
History and charm meet right around the corner in Frederick County.
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John Delaney Qualified for Presidential Debate. But Who is He?
Montgomery County businessman and former Maryland representative launched long-shot bid two years ago.
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Pressing On
A year after the mass shooting, the Capital Gazette staff and family members have not moved on. They’ve kept on.
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How The Deal Went Down
For 11 long years, Baltimore got the cold shoulder from the National Football League. But when the Cleveland Browns called, suddenly Baltimore was the belle of the ball.
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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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A Tale of Two Cities
For half a century, West Baltimore was a vital center of black culture, mixed-income neighborhoods, and groundbreaking civil rights activism. After Freddie Gray, can it be again?
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Faces of Pride
On the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall uprising, we celebrate our city’s LGBTQ community.
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Video: How Well Do You Know Your Baltimore History?
Four lessons from BMI museum educator John Green.
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You're Welcome, America
From the B&O Railroad to Frank Zappa, we chronicle all the ways Baltimore changed America forever.
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City Officials Assess the Damage from Ransomware Attack
As the government cyber attack presses on, local leaders are implementing workarounds.
On The Town
Drink Rum and Learn Something New with Johns Hopkins’ Homewood Museum
Explore the history of Maryland rum at the annual Evening of Traditional Beverages.
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Local Health Leaders React to Restrictive Abortion Laws
With a woman’s right to choose protected in Maryland, women’s rights advocates and citizens are reaffirming their support.
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The Bid & The Kid
In 1979, a 19-year-old kid from Dundalk rode Spectacular Bid to Preakness glory.
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City Officials Express Concern Over Elon Musk’s Baltimore to D.C. Transit Plan
Before exploring intra-city transportation options, local leaders hope to address issues at home.
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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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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.
