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Baltimore Midsize Firm Sues Paralegals, Alleging Client Solicitation and Fee Diversion
Baltimore-founded Whiteford Taylor & Preston sued two former paralegals in Maryland federal court Tuesday, accusing them of aiding a former equity partner in unfairly soliciting clients, defaming the firm in communications with clients,...

Baltimore approves $5.5 million contract to arm security at some DPW sites
Baltimore’s spending board unanimously approved a $5.5 million agreement Wednesday to provide an armed security presence at multiple Department of Public Works (DPW) facilities in the city. According to city documents, the funds will authorize...

Maryland Department of Transportation Visits Caroline, Talbot and Dorchester Counties as Part of Statewide Transportation Tour
Maryland Transportation Acting Secretary Samantha J. Biddle met this week with officials from Caroline, Talbot, and Dorchester counties to discuss the Department’s Draft Consolidated Transportation Program (CTP) for Fiscal Years 2026 to 2031. The...

Maryland National Guard Conducts Last A-10 Flyover
A-10C Thunderbolt II pilots assigned to the 175th Wing Fighter Squadron, Maryland National Guard, conduct a flyover at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, Sept. 14, 2025. The aircraft has conducted over 60 flyovers since the Baltimore Ravens' inaugural...
Baltimore County spent $10 million to build a pool, but it’s not free for residents
When the Randallstown Community Center opened in 2009, Baltimore County and the Y of Central Maryland didn’t settle for a traditional ribbon cutting. Instead, they went with a big splash. Neighborhood kids jumped in and played ball, The Baltimore...

Maryland DJS Secretary Tolentino on her priorities
Betsy Fox Tolentino calls her new gig -- heading Maryland’s Department of Juvenile Services -- her dream job. She was named acting secretary in early June after Gov. Moore decided her predecessor, Vincent Schiraldi, wasn’t making progress fast...

Maryland, Virginia suburbs named among safest in the US
THOUSAND OAKS, CALIFORNIA - JULY 3: In an aerial photo, single family homes are seen in a neighborhood on July 3, 2025 in Thousand Oaks, California. (Photo by Kevin Carter/Getty Images) When looking for one of the safest places to live in the...

Maryland teams with nonprofit to help fund programs that help younger men and boys
The nonprofit's grant award will be divided between two programs. One replicates what's known as ASAP (Accelerated Study in Associate Programs) in community colleges around the state, including Prince George's Community College. A national...

Baltimore County Police investigating shooting homicide in Dundalk

Baltimore City Council advances bill to protect victims at fire scenes
The Baltimore City Council has advanced a bill aimed to protect victims at fire scenes. Baltimore City Councilwoman Odette Ramos introduced the bill, which would apply to situations such as a house fire. The measure is aimed at protecting families...

Is offshore wind doomed in Maryland?
Maryland leaders have long pictured fields of wind turbines along the horizon off the Eastern Shore, distant pinwheels sending a limitless supply of clean power to homes across the region. But the state’s fledgling industry may face its doomsday...

Rep. Sarah Elfreth launches re-election campaign in Maryland
BALTIMORE — Freshman Rep. Sarah Elfreth, a Maryland Democrat, on Wednesday announced her re-election campaign. Elfreth was elected in 2024 to represent Maryland’s third congressional district, following the retirement announcement of Rep. John...

Per Scholas Baltimore Graduates Celebrate Success and Look Ahead to the Future of Work
Baltimore, MD — On September 9th, Per Scholas Baltimore proudly celebrated the graduation of its IT Help Desk class, marking another milestone in advancing equitable access to technology careers. The program, which ran from June 2 to September 9,...

Showers move through Maryland over afternoon hours
Showers move through Maryland over afternoon hours GET OUT TO TIMONIUM. HEY, THE LAST 24 HOURS WE’VE HAD RAINFALL. PRETTY SIGNIFICANT IN SPOTS, BUT BENEFICIAL RAIN SINCE OF COURSE LAST YEAR. YESTERDAY I SHOULD SAY WHERE WE PICKED UP ALMOST TWO...

Snooty Maryland suburb outraged over erection of 'suggestive' eggplant and peach sculptures outside local cafe
By ALEXA CIMINO, US REPORTER Published: 14:47 EDT, 17 September 2025 | Updated: 14:55 EDT, 17 September 2025 A giant peach and oversized eggplant - better known as cheeky emojis - have sparked outrage in one of Maryland's historic districts, where...

What David Simon thinks of Baltimore’s decline in crime
Two titans of Baltimore storytelling, “The Wire” creator David Simon and “This American Life” host Ira Glass, met on stage Tuesday night for a discussion hosted by The Banner and its media partner WYPR. In front of a full auditorium at the...

Where to see Maryland’s best fall colors in 2025 — Peak times by county
Weekly Foliage Reports To help residents and visitors track peak viewing times, DNR will release weekly Fall Foliage Reports every Thursday through November. These updates will feature on-the-ground observations from the state’s foresters,...

Councilwoman addresses distribution of health clinics in Baltimore City
A move is underway by one councilwoman to address what she says is the “oversaturation” of health clinics in Baltimore City. Baltimore City Councilwoman Phylicia Porter said the bill is focused on data that shows too many behavioral health...

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69-year-old woman found dead in Baltimore County home
Updated on: September 17, 2025 / 3:05 PM EDT / CBS Baltimore Police investigating after woman found in Lutherville home Monday night Police investigating after woman found in Lutherville home Monday night 01:05 Baltimore County police are...