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A Travel Guide to Exploring Route 40, America’s First Highway

Sorry Route 66, but no other national highway is as consequential as U.S. 40, known as “Main Street of America," which celebrates its 100th birthday this year.

On The Town

Weekend Lineup: Oct. 2-4

The best ways to spend your weekend in Charm City.

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The List: October 2026

From the New/Next Film Festival and Blaq Pride to Doors Open Baltimore and Halloween at the MD Science Center, here are the happenings to mark on your calendar this month.

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Food & Drink

The Brothers Behind Mikey & Mel’s Bring New Life to The Essen Room

New owners dish on expansion plans for the Pikesville deli, including more seating, real-deal bagels, and additions to the famed pickle bar.