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Photos: Baltimoreans Join National Shutdown to Protest ICE
Crowds gather at Hopkins Plaza as part of a nationwide strike—which called for no work, school, or shopping on Jan. 30—in objection to the Trump administration's immigration enforcement efforts.
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Osita Nwanevu’s New Book Makes a Bold Assertion on National Politics
In 'The Right of the People,' the Baltimore-based journalist argues that the U.S. Constitution is not the solution to our dysfunction, but its cause.
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Maryland Politicans React to Trump Impeachment
Local leaders reflect and look ahead at Senate trial.
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Jewish Community Leaders Respond to Jersey City Shooting
Councilman Izzy Patoka leads charge to increase security at kosher markets following the attack.
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A Man for All Seasons
Babe Ruth, the once “hopeless incorrigible” kid from Baltimore, made baseball, and America, bigger and better.
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Women Who Move Maryland 2026
Women are an essential part of the engine that makes our region thrive. In our annual section that follows, Women Who Move Maryland, we spotlight women professionals who play a leading role in Baltimore and beyond.
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Pete Buttigieg Touts Criminal Justice Reform In Baltimore Visit
The presidential candidate first visit to Baltimore was for private donor fundraising event.
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2019: Year In Review
Twenty of the most pivotal events in Baltimore this year, in chronological order.
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Will Judge Make an Example Out of Catherine Pugh?
With the former mayor’s sentencing scheduled for February, both sides get to work on their case.
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Options Remain for Adnan Syed’s Legal Team Following Supreme Court Denial
The nation’s highest court announced Monday that it will not hear the case.
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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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Feds Charge Pugh With Fraud and Tax Evasion in ‘Healthy Holly’ Scandal
Former mayor faces 11 counts, including conspiracy, in alleged children’s book scheme.
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Maya Rockeymoore Cummings Declares For Late Husband’s Seat
We break down the familiar faces in upcoming special Democratic primary.
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This is His Lane
Shot in the throat as a teenager, Johns Hopkins emergency surgery chief has become a leading gun-violence prevention advocate.
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Best Restaurants Readers’ Poll 2026
Vote for your favorites in this year's Readers' Poll.
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Miller Steps Down as Maryland Senate President; Baltimore’s Bill Ferguson Tapped to Succeed
Longest serving Senate president in state history has been battling cancer.
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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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City Council President Brandon Scott Announces Mayoral Bid
Election for Baltimore’s top office expected to shape up as a generational battle.
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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.
