EXCLUSIVE: Eric Swalwell placed on leave from UM law school board
After sexual misconduct allegations forced Rep. Eric Swalwell out of Congress and the California gubernatorial race, he has been placed on leave from the board of the University of Maryland law school where he earned a law degree.
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The Daily Dispatch Quiz — April 21, 2026
Today’s topics include: historic racetrack’s changing future; federal lawsuit targets D.C. Water; million-dollar settlement over city concern.
An obscure contracting method allowed ICE to secretly buy a warehouse in Maryland
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Top 5 Stories This Morning: A Waters-front ‘View’; Foraged Closes; TARDIS Library; and more.
Last week, we shared news about John Waters on “The View” to discuss his new voice acting gig as a cat; the abrupt closure of Baltimore’s foraged eatery; and the…
The Daily Dispatch Quiz — April 20, 2026
Today’s topics include: Ravens’ bold new identity; secret CEO role revealed tonight; data center to rival City power use.
Reopening after $17.5M renovation, Chick Webb rec center honors a Baltimore jazz great
Named after one of the city’s jazz greats, an East Baltimore recreation center reopened Thursday, following a $17.5 million renovation that nearly doubled the facility’s size.
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Wednesday Afternoon Headlines: Baltimore County school board considers ICE restrictions; City removes some outdoor dining parklets in Mount Vernon; Baltimore retiree designed the recylcing symbol; and more.
Baltimore County school board weighs ICE restrictions amid calls to protect students — The Baltimore Sun City removes some outdoor dining parklets in Mount Vernon — Baltimore Business Journal He made one of the world’s most famous symbols, then kept it off his résumé — The Baltimore Banner Baltimore drivers frustrated by I-83 potholes as…
EXCLUSIVE: Eric Swalwell placed on leave from UM law school board
After sexual misconduct allegations forced Rep. Eric Swalwell out of Congress and the California gubernatorial race, he has been placed on leave from the board of the University of Maryland law school where he earned a law degree.
Pikesville Farmers Market moving to new location
The Pikesville Farmers Market is moving to a new home this season. The market will operate Tuesdays from May 5 through Nov. 24.
Gleanings from writer and filmmaker John Waters on his 80th birthday
Baltimore writer and filmmaker John Waters turns 80 today, April 22. Here’s what he said leading up to becoming an octogenarian.
Baltimore releases report, launches dashboard about funds to address opioid crisis
Baltimore City has allocated about half of the nearly $260 million it won in settlements or judgements against various opioid manufacturers and distributors, excluding litigation fees, expenses, and funds tied up in appeals.
Maryland state prisons saw 22 inmate homicides in the last two years
Maryland state prisons recorded 46 inmate homicides since 2015, including 22 in the last two years, according to state data.
Wednesday Morning Headlines: Woman seen in Columbia gas-station shooting video in custody; A possible pause on data centers in Carroll County; Northrop Grumman layoffs in Baltimore area; and more.
Woman seen in shooting of Columbia gas station attendent is in custody on unrelated charges – WBAL News Radio TikTok hosts Baltimore County conversation on social media safety amid statewide litigation – CBS Baltimore A 90-day pause on data center construction in Harford County – WMAR-TV Judge: Baltimore teacher can’t sue 5 Republican lawmakers but…
Summer Counselor in Training Program at St. Paul’s for Rising 7th to 9th Grade Students
Looking for an opportunity for your middle school student to build leadership skills this summer? Summer at St. Paul’s offers a robust Counselor in Training (CIT) Program, designed for rising 7th to 9th grade students interested in gaining hands on experience working with younger campers and building confidence as mentors and role models. Each CIT week focuses on a…
Tuesday Morning Headlines: Howard Police release video of woman who shot gas station employee; Body of woman recovered from Jones Falls; Critics raise questions over growth in mayor’s office staffing; and more.
Howard County police release video of woman who shot Columbia gas station employee – WBAL-TV Woman’s body found under Howard Street Bridge in Jones Falls – WBAL News Radio Baltimore residents share budget feedback with mayor during community walk – CBS Baltimore Maryland sues DC water authority over massive sewage spill in Potomac River -…
Monday Afternoon Headlines: Teenager who shot himself at Towson U. accused of trying to steal $1K hat; Baltimore settles lawsuit with ghost guns seller; Maryland Stadium Authority to buy Laurel Park for $48.5M; and more.
Teenager who shot himself at Towson University accused of trying to steal $1K hat — The Baltimore Sun Baltimore City reaches settlement with Maryland ghost gun retailer Hanover Armory LLC — WJZ Maryland Stadium Authority approves $48.5M agreement to purchase Laurel Park — WBAL Maryland shuts down property search tool after ‘suspicious activity’ — Baltimore…
Monday Morning Headlines: Baltimore resident diagnosed with measles; Baltimore man charged with fatal shooting in Glen Burnie parking lot dispute; Vote set for new city schools CEO; and more.
Measles case confirmed for Baltimore resident who traveled internationally – WTOP News Baltimore man charged in fatal shooting after Glen Burnie parking lot dispute – FOX Baltimore/WBFF-TV Baltimore City School Board set to vote on new CEO Monday night – WMAR-TV Murder-suicide triggered by apparent domestic violence in Carroll County – CBS Baltimore Record Store…
Friday Afternoon Headlines: Man charged after shooting at Towson University; Weekend closures and event-related street restrictions; Baby kidnapped from Md. found safe; and more.
Police: Man charged after shooting at Towson University – WBAL Baby kidnapped from Maryland found safe, 2 suspects arrested in Mississippi – WJZ Baltimore DOT warns of lane, ramp closures & event-related street restrictions – WBFF Bodycam video shows events leading to police-involved shooting in West Baltimore – WMAR Millions already raised, spent on handful…
