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How Exactly Did Edgar Allan Poe Die? David Gaylin’s New Book is a Comprehensive Examination
The president of the Edgar Allan Poe Society of Baltimore aims to put all of the eternal theories to rest in ‘The Final Days of Edgar Allan Poe.’
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Back to the Future: NS Savannah, The World’s First Nuclear-Powered Liner, Is Open for Tours
Moored at a desolate former Canton grain pier, the circa-1959 vessel appears ordinary from the outside, but inside it's a mashup of 'Star Trek' on sea and 'Mad Men' on vacation.
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Does Congressman Andy Harris Represent the Future or End of the Maryland GOP?
To understand Harris' often out-there politics, you’ve got to understand the gerrymandering that enables him.
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Under Watch
The police "spy plane" experiment is over, but the growing surveillance of Baltimore continues.
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U.S. Attorney’s Office and FBI Investigating Marilyn and Nick Mosby
Records show embattled Baltimore City State’s Attorney recently bought two Florida homes for combined $1 million.
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GameChanger: Zeke Cohen
We catch up with the City Councilman, educator, and advocate.
Arts & Culture
East Baltimore's Dorfman Museum Figures Brings Life to Museums
For more than a half century, the studio has crafted figures and scenes for museums around the world.
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Pastor Believes Transformation of P.S. 103 Can Revitalize Old West Baltimore
Rev. Dr. Alvin C. Hathaway Sr. takes us on a tour of the 1877-built property that will soon become the Justice Thurgood Marshall Center.
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Turning Tides
After decades of silence, the Eastern Shore begins to reckon with its difficult history.
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President Biden and Vice President Harris Inaugurated Amid Massive Military Protection
Two weeks after violent invasion of the Capitol, the democratic transfer of power is completed Wednesday.
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Photographer Tom Scilipoti Has Chronicled Baltimore For Seven Decades
Scilipoti, 90, has captured everyone from President Kennedy to Tommy D’Alesandro III, and he's still going.
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Her Turn Now
Odette Ramos’ ascension as Baltimore’s first-ever Latinx City Council member did not come easily.
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Saving Little Italy
The iconic ethnic neighborhood has outlasted all of Baltimore’s old-world enclaves. Now it faces its greatest challenge in more than a century.
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House Impeaches Trump for Second Time
Baltimore-born Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Maryland congressmen at center of House indictment after president inspires Capitol insurrection.
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Maryland Democratic Leaders Seek President’s Removal; Hogan Says America “Better Off” Without Trump
Hogan says he’d like VP Mike Pence, longtime friend, to take the reins.
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On the Ground of the Capitol Siege: Pro-Trump Riot Plummets into Violence and Tragedy
One woman killed by Capitol Police and three others dead after building was stormed Wednesday.
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GameChanger: Kweisi Mfume
The politician, legislator, and advocate discusses the national political climate and the work at hand.
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Now Mayor, Brandon Scott Vows to “Chart a New Path” for Baltimore
The city's 52nd mayor was sworn in during a low-key ceremony at City Hall today.
The Chatter
Trump Administration Awards Federal Funds to Recreate Columbus Statue
After the Little Italy statue was toppled in July, a local group is working to rebuild it.
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Joe Biden Declared Presidential Winner by AP
Legal challenges from President Trump expected to continue; state recounts to come.
The Chatter
Biden vs. Trump Too Close to Call
Largely due to mail-in ballots, the presidential election could take days or weeks to finalize.
The Chatter
Four Local Takeaways from Election Night
High-profile races fail to deliver upsets, sports betting is legalized, and more key outcomes.
The Chatter
Seven Ways to Ease Your Election Day Stress
From drink specials to greenery sales, here’s how to calm your nerves.
