Banner parent organization to buy Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, save newspaper from scheduled closure
The Baltimore Banner’s parent organization will buy The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette – a purchase that will allow the more than two-century-old Pennsylvania newspaper to avoid its closure that had been planned for next month.
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Competing plans stall, Baltimore County School Board district alignment remains unsettled
The 2026 General Assembly was unable to agree on how Baltimore County voters will pick their school board members in the future.
The Daily Dispatch Quiz — April 13, 2026
Today’s topics include: Orioles step up to the plate on rising costs; serial diner’s surprising post-arrest move; a growing menace prowling suburban backyards.
Top 5 Stories This Morning: ‘Forever Chemicals’ Testing, Gertrude’s Chesapeake Kitchen, Sail250 Maryland, and more.
Last week, we shared news about a Harford County laboratory testing for “forever chemicals” in public water; a new fund honoring Baltimore City Public Schools CEO Sonja Brookins Santelises; and…
Visualizing the Maryland 2027 Budget
As the Maryland General Assembly concludes its session Monday, Gov. Wes Moore has signed a $70.8 billion operating budget for fiscal year 2027 — one that closes a projected spending…
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…
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.
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…
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Tuesday Afternoon Headlines: Missing man Branson Oduor’s body pulled from Inner Harbor; What did Maryland lawmakers pass this session?; 2027 Preakness date could change; and more.
Body pulled from Inner Harbor identified as missing man Branson Oduor — The Baltimore Banner 173 bills signed into law in Maryland following end of 2026 legislative session — WJZ Preakness date could change in 2027 with broadcast rights up for grabs — Baltimore Business Journal Sprouts opening a second Baltimore County store in former…
Banner parent organization to buy Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, save newspaper from scheduled closure
The Baltimore Banner’s parent organization will buy The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette – a purchase that will allow the more than two-century-old Pennsylvania newspaper to avoid its closure that had been planned for next month.
Foraged abruptly closes Baltimore restaurant
foraged eatery has held its final dinner service in Baltimore, chef Chris Amendola announced in a video message on social media. Known for its hyper-seasonal menu and frequent use of foraged ingredients, the Station North restaurant is closing its doors here and moving operations to Lovettsville, Virginia, where Amendola has taken over a 40-acre restaurant…
Maryland lawmakers took steps to address housing shortage. Not enough, some advocates say.
Maryland lawmakers passed legislation this session to spur development of much-needed housing. Advocates say they haven’t gone far enough.
Baltimore Fashion Week Opens Early Access Tickets for Its 2026 Season
Baltimore Fashion Week (BFW) is preparing for its 2026 season with the launch of early access tickets and expanded programming designed to elevate fashion, retail, and emerging talent across Maryland. As part of its phased rollout, Baltimore Fashion Week has introduced a soft ticket launch, offering early access to select runway shows ahead of the…
McDonogh 3rd-graders will teach Maryland Zoo crowds about endangered animals
McDonogh and the Maryland Zoo partnered for a program helping 3rd-graders learn about endangered animals so they could teach others.
Tuesday Morning Headlines: Human remains found near charter school; Man wins Lottery jackpot a second time; Asian enrollment is surging at Johns Hopkins University; and more.
Human remains found near Baltimore charter school – CBS Baltimore Man defies odds and wins lottery jackpot for second time – WBAL News Radio Temperatures will reach near-record levels this week – WBAL-TV Asian enrollment is skyrocketing at Johns Hopkins and no one can say why – Baltimore Banner Maryland high court rules against candidate…
Monday Afternoon Headlines: Lawmakers pass foster care reforms; Legislation aims to give relief on energy costs; Maryland caps what government health plans pay for diabetes drug; and more.
Maryland legislature passes major foster care reforms after teen died in hotel — The Baltimore Banner ‘A bill that gets the job done’: Utility RELIEF Act expected to pass both legislative chambers — WBAL Maryland caps diabetes drug costs for government health plans — The Baltimore Sun Baltimore has received more than $35 million in…
Meet Pammy Franklin and Heather Brown
Pammy Franklin and Heather Brown are the duo bringing this year’s (Almost) Summer Soiree to life. United by their love of community, strong leadership and a shared bond as dog moms, they’re bringing energy, heart and vision to the Young Adult Division’s biggest event of the year. What do you love most about being part of the Engage365 committee? What makes serving on the committee meaningful to you? …
Monday Morning Headlines: Dine-and-dash suspect returns to scene of crime; ‘Snowcrete’ pile yet to melt at Baltimore mall site; Family’s fear grows as Branson Oduor remains missing; and more.
Alleged serial dine-and-dasher arrested and returns to restaurant – CBS Baltimore Protesters demand release of 40 migrant mothers detained in Baltimore – WBAL-TV Community Trust Act nears final passage in Annapolis, restricting ICE cooperation – WBAL News Radio ‘Snowcrete’ pile at Baltimore mall site not melted yet – WMAR-TV Family of woman found wandering in…
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…
The Daily Dispatch Quiz — April 10, 2026
Today’s topics include: downtown’s unexpected new neighbor; governor’s budget leaves something out; Apple’s surprising Towson departure.
