THE LOCAL PICTURE
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AmeriTrust Mortgage Corp. is seeking approximately $14.1 million in a federal lawsuit alleging that investors, a mortgage broker, appraisers, title companies, and related entities participat
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Derrick “Rick” Jones can’t remember a time when he didn’t love catfish — the moist, tender flesh when it’s cooked right, the mild, slightly sweet flavor and the
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Housing advocates are urging the Baltimore County Council to grant the project a transit-oriented development designation, which would unlock financial support from the state.
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Regional
Baltimore County Police responded to an ordnance, a piece of military ammo or supplies, being found in Essex on Wednesday.
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Community
Maryland is committing $1.36 million to gun violence prevention and intervention programs, Gov. Wes Moore and the Department of Health announced Wednesday.
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Community
Sharp Dressed Man, a nonprofit in South Baltimore, has provided free tailored suits to men in need for over 15 years, helping them look and feel their best.
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Community
Loyola Maryland is expanding its commitment to college access and affordability for Maryland students with two financial aid initiatives available... Read More
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A judge said on Wednesday that she will issue an order for Baltimore officials to hand over documents related to a city youth program to Inspector General Isabel Cumming.
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Sports
Looking at the series history between the New Orleans Saints and Baltimore Ravens reveals a dominant past for Week 2's home team.
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Community
Rain back in the forecast for Baltimore
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City Government
The Baltimore County Council is considering County Executive Kathy Klausmeier’s request that Lutherville Station be designated a “transit-oriented development."
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Community
A Baltimore judge Wednesday ordered the city to turn over records sought by Inspector General Isabel Mercedes Cumming’s office over the past two years, while allowing the city to redact info
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Community
Art by Alex Fine Goats on the Slope 2026September 18 - September 21BMA Slope, Wyman Park Dell The goats return to graze the slope this weekend!Join
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Regional
State fire officials are investigating a boat fire in Dorchester County that damaged a 24-foot boat and caused an estimated $25,000 in losses.
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Community
Judge Pamela White said that she will issue an order that will require the city of Baltimore to turn over outstanding subpoena requests from Inspector General I
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Community
WMAR and Weis Markets collect donations for House of Ruth Maryland on Oct. 14 in Towson. Here's what to bring.
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A man died after being shot late Tuesday night in Prince George’s County, police said.
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Community
Reader commentary: Giving Maryland’s cities and counties more power to raise their own taxes and fees would be disastrous to the state, writes Stas Chrzanowski.
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Sports
The New Orleans Saints visit the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium for Week 2 of the 2026 NFL season on Sunday, Sept. 20 at 12 p.m. CT.
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Sports
See all the ways to watch, listen & live stream the New Orleans Saints vs. Baltimore Ravens game on Sept. 20 in Week 2 of the 2026 NFL Season
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Community
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Reader commentary: The pope’s recognition of Father Bill Watters and his contribution to the Baltimore community is well-deserved.
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Community
The ladies of Western High School are about to welcome royalty, all thanks to their principal’s boss.
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