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Dan Rodricks: Preserving a Maryland memorial to those who fought for the Union
Inside an old Lansdowne church in Baltimore County, one of Maryland’s memorials to Americans who fought to preserve the Union during the Civil War now faces an uncertain future.
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The 2026 edition of the Maryland General Assembly session was unique, with new leaders, an election looming and tough work on energy, immigration and more.
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Jewelry artist Douriean Fletcher’s exhibition opens at Walters Art Museum this weekend
An exhibition showcasing Afrofuturistic jewelry designed by an artist who worked on Marvel’s “Black Panther” movies and other projects will open at the Walters Art Museum this weekend.
Baltimore County’s $5B budget holds tax rate steady as property bills keep rising
Baltimore County Executive Kathy Klausmeier’s $5 billion budget proposal doesn’t raise taxes. It doesn’t provide tax relief either.
Encore! Maryland’s theatrical tax credit program extended by General Assembly
The tax credit program’s success led to a six-year extension, to the benefit of theatergoers and producers alike.
Trump ballroom renovation dumps massive dirt mound on historic golf course, prompting lawsuit over potentially toxic substances
A dirt mound measuring 30,000 cubic yards, all from President Trump’s White House ballroom renovation, has been dumped on East Potomac Golf Links. A federal lawsuit has been filed, alleging…
Ravens new uniform reveal excites fans, but black helmet is the fan favorite
The Baltimore Ravens teased something big coming for the last few weeks, and last night all was revealed in the form of new uniforms.
The Daily Dispatch Quiz — April 17, 2026
Today’s topics include: One-Eyed Mike’s says farewell; fictional worlds meet real art; AI meets the GA.
Erdman Animal Hospital closing after more than half-century in Belair-Edison
After more than a half-century providing veterinary care to animals across the Baltimore region, Erdman Animal Hospital is shutting down.
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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…
Baltimore City Public Schools names Philadelphia deputy superintendent as new CEO
The Baltimore City Public Schools System on Monday named a Philadelphia school district leader as its next CEO.
Towson grad is finalist in The UPS Store Small Biz Challenge, to be chosen Thursday
There’s loads of excitement for Hyacinth Tucker, founder of The Laundry Basket, one of three finalists in The UPS Store Small Biz Challenge.
An obscure contracting method allowed ICE to secretly buy a warehouse in Maryland
How did ICE buy a Maryland warehouse for the purpose of converting it into a detention center? The answer: an obscure contracting method.
Maryland to hire 61 ‘teacher coaches’ to improve classroom performance
Maryland will hire more than 60 teacher-coaches to support classroom instructors, after a more than $14.2 million investment of state funds.
Cuts to Maryland’s energy efficiency program are imminent; what will the impact look like?
Cuts and changes to Maryland’s energy efficiency program are on the way and already sparking concern for utility companies and climate and consumer advocates alike.
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 Morning Headlines: Explosives found in Annapolis home during illegal deer hunting investigation; Three arrested in Catonsville for jewelry thefts; Weekend lane closures on I-83; and more.
Explosive devices found in home of Annapolis man during investigation into illegal deer hunting – CBS Baltimore Three arrested in Catonsville for stealing $14k in jewelry – WBAL News Radio Baltimore Ravens unveil new uniforms at Merriweather Post Pavilion event – ESPN Residents of Fells Point, Pigtown and Federal Hill rally against noise, violence at…
Thursday Afternoon Headlines: Crackdown on ‘super speeders,’ vehicles registered in Virginia; Zūm gets 5 more years to bus Howard County students; Larger canopies allowed at Ocean City, but no tents; and more.
Maryland lawmakers crack down on “super speeders” and vehicles registered in Virginia — WJZ Despite a troubled start, Zūm gets 5 more years to bus Howard County students — The Baltimore Banner Ocean City to allow larger canopies on the beach this summer, but still no tents — WMAR Seawall acquires building from century-old Remington…
Congressional Democrats focus on the Iran war. Republicans look at other things
Congressional Democrats are talking about President Donald Trump’s military campaign in the Middle East, while Republicans remain focused on voting rights and ending the partial Department of Homeland Security shutdown.
Podcast: The results of a unique General Assembly session
The 2026 edition of the Maryland General Assembly session was unique, with new leaders, an election looming and tough work on energy, immigration and more.
Dan Rodricks: Preserving a Maryland memorial to those who fought for the Union
Inside an old Lansdowne church in Baltimore County, one of Maryland’s memorials to Americans who fought to preserve the Union during the Civil War now faces an uncertain future.
