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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.

Find the Best in Baltimore

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Health & Wellness

‘Scary Mommy’ Founder Jill Smokler Faces Glioblastoma Diagnosis With Her Trademark Wit and Aplomb

That Smokler, 48, is navigating her grim diagnosis with humor isn’t a surprise to those who have been following her since her early blog days. Her brand has always been radical honesty.

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Home & Living

Scary No More

Jill Smokler’s mid-century rancher represents change in the best way possible.

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Style & Shopping

My Top Ten by Jill Smokler, 37

Founder and owner of Scary Mommy shares her favorite things.