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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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The Many Trials of Keith Davis Jr.
Prosecutors have tried Keith Davis Jr. four times for the same murder without sustaining a conviction. Incarcerated since June 2015, Davis remains in jail awaiting a fifth trial while his wife fights for his freedom.
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Between a Rock and a Hard Place
Political headwinds and city’s high homicide count are challenging the 37-year-old mayor’s plans to improve public safety.
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President Biden’s CNN Town Hall To Be Held at Baltimore Center Stage Tonight
Local leaders weigh in on the televised event, which marks Biden's first Charm City appearance as Commander in Chief.
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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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Can Defund Work in Baltimore?
Ray Kelly has made defunding the police his life’s mission. He knows it’s an uphill battle.
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Baltimore Carpenter Creates a Literal Old-School Smalltimore
By day, Matt Hankins is a shop supervisor at Worcester Eisenbrandt, a historic restoration company that's nearly 100 years old.
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Tall Order
John Olszewski Jr. pledged to move Baltimore County government into the 21st century. Has he?
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How a Violent Summer is Testing Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott
Political headwinds and city's high homicide count are challenging the young mayor's plans to improve public safety.
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The Trail Starts Here
Fall is fabulous in Allegany County, the Mountain Side of Maryland.
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Playland
Ocean City has changed dramatically over the past century, but it’s always been about family and fun.
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50 Years Ago, the Baltimore Bullets Pulled Off One of the Greatest Upsets in NBA Playoff History
After back-to-back playoff losses to rival New York, the Bullets earned redemption in the '71 Eastern Conference Finals.
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No Longer Underground
Historical sites along Maryland’s active Underground Railroad are being rediscovered.
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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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The Spirit of Maryland’s Former Poet Laureate Lucille Clifton Lives On in Windsor Hills
To honor their mother and father, the Clifton siblings are transforming their childhood home into a cultural center for emerging and underserved artists.
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Preservationists Work to Amplify the Historical Significance of LGBTQ Spaces
Leon’s in Mt. Vernon, and other buildings, could be officially registered as national historic sites.
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Federal Court Rules Baltimore “Spy Plane” Unconstitutional
In 8-7 decision, U.S. Court of Appeals rules persistent aerial surveillance violates Fourth Amendment privacy protections.
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Alec MacGillis’ New Book Chronicles the Fall of Manufacturing and Rise of Amazon
Some of the most interesting chapters juxtapose Baltimore's legendary Bethlehem Steel and General Motors operations against the Amazon warehouses that have supplanted them.
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With First Veto, Scott Rejects Controversial Security Deposit Bill
Measure supported by Council President Nick Mosby would have put Baltimore tenants at financial risk, according to housing advocates.
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Federal Lawmakers, City Officials Want Funding to End ‘Highway to Nowhere’
Senators Van Hollen and Cardin join Mayor Scott in West Baltimore, making the case to redress infrastructure inequity and city’s blighted highway.
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Cleaning Up City Hall
Baltimore is the second most corrupt federal jurisdiction in the country. Can a city with our history be reformed?
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Justin Fenton’s New Book Offers a Startling Look at the Gun Trace Task Force
'Sun' reporter discusses chronicling rogue GTTF activities in 'We Own This City: A True Story of Crime, Cops, and Corruption.'
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Claire McCardell Statue Will Honor Groundbreaking Frederick-Born Designer
Currently, less than 7 percent of U.S. monuments recognize women.
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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.
