Baltimore Weekend Events: Kite Fest, Street Food Fest, Irish Trad Fest, and more.
This weekend, enjoy Baltimore festivals centering kite-flying, Irish music & dance, reading & writing, street food, gospel music, and more.
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Dan Rodricks: Raising funds, local pride and hope for Edmondson Village
Edmondson Village is undergoing a major redevelopment, with community-sourced investment led by real estate investor Lyneir Richardson.
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Podcast: The hidden stories behind Maryland’s state symbols
Maryland has 26 official state symbols, and many of them – from jousting to square-dancing have intriguing back stories.
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MPT’s ‘Becoming Thurgood’ nominated for Emmy Award
Maryland Public Television’s 2025 documentary “Becoming Thurgood: America’s Social Architect” has been nominated for an Emmy Award.
Baltimore Peninsula’s newest addition: a UMD business school campus
Students pursuing an advanced degree from the University of Maryland’s business school can now study at a new campus in Baltimore Peninsula.
House Speaker Peña-Melnyk says she’s aiming to ‘meet the moment’
Joseline Peña-Melnyk, who was elected House speaker late last year, making history in Maryland as the first Afro-Latina and second woman in that role, said there’s still more to accomplish…
The Daily Dispatch Quiz — April 9, 2026
Today’s topics include: country club’s million-dollar fine; handgun in the legislature’s crosshairs; historic jail gets second life.
Baltimore Center Stage’s 2026/27 season features shows about Ballroom artists, a pigeon, and more
Baltimore Center Stage will present shows about Ballroom artists, a pigeon, a reindeer, and more in their 2026/27 season, the theatre announced Wednesday.
SNF Parkway Theatre names three Artists in Residence — part of its transformation to a multi-disciplinary performing arts hub
Leaders of the SNF Parkway Theatre on Wednesday announced that three Baltimore-area artists have been named inaugural Artists in Residence.
Baltimore City security officers to strike Thursday over alleged unfair labor practices and working conditions
On Thursday, non-union city and commercially contracted security officers plan to walk off the job against their employer, Abacus.
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Friday Afternoon Headlines: Baltimore County officer under investigation before using deadly force against ‘Big Sam’; Surveillance cameras on BW Parkway raise privacy concerns; House approves ‘No Kings Act’; and more.
Baltimore County officer who used deadly force against ‘Big Sam’ disciplined in past — The Baltimore Banner Surveillance cameras on Maryland’s I-295 raise privacy concerns from ACLU — The Baltimore Sun ‘No Kings Act’ sails through House despite Republican pushback — Maryland Matters Police, community shift search for missing man to Harbor East amid new…
First multimedia art exhibit at Pikesville Armory Drill Hall since renovation
“Resonant Site” is an immersive multimedia art exhibit by artist duo Collis Donadio, the first at the Armory since its transformation began.
Maryland’s legislative session wraps up next week. Here’s what you need to know.
Maryland lawmakers tackled critical issues this session, including rising utility costs and federal immigration enforcement in the state.
Fund for Baltimore City high school students to carry on legacy of CEO Dr. Sonja Santelises
The Fund for Educational Excellence has created a legacy fund to honor Dr. Sonja B. Santelises’ decade as CEO of Baltimore City Schools.
State leaders seek development partner for nine-acre parcel near Rogers Avenue Metro station in Northwest Baltimore
More than 400 apartments could be built near the Rogers Avenue Metro Station in Northwest Baltimore, under a plan by state officials to identify developers for public land around transit stations.
U.S. Rep. Andy Harris is a long-term incumbent, but Democrats hope they can beat him in 2026
Democrats running for Congress in Maryland’s 1st District are less focused on their primary opponents right now than on the incumbent they want to face in the fall – Republican U.S. Rep. Andy Harris.
Friday Morning Headlines: Unionized Apple store in Towson Town Center to close; DOJ joins challenge to Howard County private detention center ban; Gov. Moore speaks at National Action Network; and more.
Unionized Apple store in Towson Town Center closing due to “declining conditions” – CBS Baltimore Trump DOJ backs challenge to Howard County’s private detention ban – Baltimore Banner Federal agents search for man who murdered aunt then lived with body for days – FOX Baltimore/WBFF-TV Crews battle Millersville house fire where water access is a…
Thursday Morning Headlines: Historic jail in Ellicott City to be renovated; Family of man missing after night out in Fells Point seeks answers; Proposed $1,000 tax credit for mothers of stillborn babies; and more.
In Howard County, historic jail to be renovated and more affordable housing on tap – CBS Baltimore Six Flags America to be sold to group including NBA star Kevin Durant – Baltimore Banner Family of man who went missing after night out in Fells Point pleads for answers – WBAL News Radio A proposed $1,000…
Wednesday Afternoon Headlines: Lawmakers approve Maryland ban on Glock handgun sales; Bill would limit commercial vehicle parking in Baltimore neighborhoods; Maryland House and Senate reach energy bill deal; and more.
Maryland lawmakers approve bill banning popular Glock handgun sales — The Baltimore Banner Baltimore bill would limit commercial vehicle parking in neighborhoods — The Baltimore Sun Maryland House and Senate leaders reach a deal on comprehensive energy bill — Maryland Matters Baltimore distiller to end sales to retailers, bars — Baltimore Business Journal Black Voters…
Science happens here! Institute of Marine and Environmental Technology invites public to free Open House Saturday, May 2, 2026
Dive into the world of marine science and explore cool tech at this open house you won’t want to miss! Have you ever wondered what happens in that unique looking building with the tent-like roof at the Inner Harbor? Science happens! The Institute of Marine and Environmental Technology (IMET) opens its doors for a free…
Baltimore’s port had a banner year. What raked in the most cash?
Although the port has consistently been a top U.S. automobile shipper, tariffs imposed on imported goods in 2025, including automobiles, combined with the effects of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in 2024 to raise concerns.
The Daily Dispatch Quiz — April 8, 2026
Today’s topics include: TV stations go mysteriously silent; hospitals embrace tropical tax tricks; legislators line up for artist protection.
