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Man dies a week after being struck by car while walking along Baltimore National Pike
Man dies a week after being struck by car while walking along Baltimore National Pike
Police are investigating after a 48-year-old man died a week after being struck by a vehicle along Baltimore National Pike near Ingleside Avenue, authorities announced Wednesday.
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February 11, 2026 at 7:36 PM
Man dies a week after being struck by car while walking along Baltimore National Pike
Cyclists want Bay Bridge path to close a ‘critical gap’
Cyclists want a Bay Bridge path to close a ‘critical gap’
Bicycle advocates deliver an unequivocal message to transportation officials at a Tuesday meeting about plans for a new Bay Bridge.
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February 11, 2026 at 5:28 PM
Cyclists want Bay Bridge path to close a ‘critical gap’
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The Orioles will be without Jackson Holliday for opening day and a few weeks beyond
Orioles second baseman Jackson Holliday suffers hand injury
“Hopefully his return is measured in weeks after” opening day, president of baseball operations Mike Elias said of Holliday.
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February 11, 2026 at 5:10 PM
The Orioles will be without Jackson Holliday for opening day and a few weeks beyond
It just got easier for Baltimore County students to apply for college
It just got easier for Baltimore County students to apply for college
Not only has applying to community college become a lot smoother for Baltimore County Public Schools students, but it also guarantees they are accepted.
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February 11, 2026 at 5:00 PM
It just got easier for Baltimore County students to apply for college
Top Baltimore County health officer improperly removed from his job, court rules
Baltimore County health officer improperly removed from his job, court rules
A Maryland appeals court ruled that Dr. Gregory Branch was improperly removed from his job as county health officer.
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February 11, 2026 at 4:23 PM
Top Baltimore County health officer improperly removed from his job, court rules
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UPDATE: U.S. House Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi called Maryland Gov. Wes Moore Tuesday, lending her support for state lawmakers to keep moving a redistricting bill through the state Senate.
The bill passed the House last week.
The bill passed the House last week.
U.S. Rep Jamie Raskin made a late-night plea for the Maryland Senate to vote on redistricting. His 6-page argument targeted Sen. President Bill Ferguson's opposition to moving the bill in his chamber.
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Raskin sends late-night redistricting plea to General Assembly
The influential member of Maryland's congressional delegation said he doesn't see much merit in arguments against Maryland Democrats trying to increase their numbers in Congress.
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February 10, 2026 at 11:00 PM
UPDATE: U.S. House Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi called Maryland Gov. Wes Moore Tuesday, lending her support for state lawmakers to keep moving a redistricting bill through the state Senate.
The bill passed the House last week.
The bill passed the House last week.
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As deportation raids escalate across the country, the Montgomery County Council unanimously passed legislation Tuesday to limit how U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operates within the county’s borders.
February 11, 2026 at 2:01 AM
As deportation raids escalate across the country, the Montgomery County Council unanimously passed legislation Tuesday to limit how U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operates within the county’s borders.
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Good morning and happy State of the State to all who observe.
Here’s what to watch for in Gov. Wes Moore’s speech:
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Here’s what to watch for in Gov. Wes Moore’s speech:
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Wes Moore’s State of the State: Navigating Trump’s tensions
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore will deliver his fourth State of the State speech on Wednesday as he continues to navigate a touch and go relationship with President Donald Trump’s administration.
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February 11, 2026 at 12:23 PM
Good morning and happy State of the State to all who observe.
Here’s what to watch for in Gov. Wes Moore’s speech:
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Here’s what to watch for in Gov. Wes Moore’s speech:
www.thebanner.com/politics-pow...
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ICYMI: Harford County's school board voted to fire its superintendent on Monday. His ousting had been years in the making.
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How a trip to New Orleans unseated one of Maryland’s longest-running school leaders
The calls for Sean Bulson’s ouster started long before questions about that night in New Orleans.
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February 11, 2026 at 12:24 PM
ICYMI: Harford County's school board voted to fire its superintendent on Monday. His ousting had been years in the making.
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Adley Rutschman on the Orioles' approach this spring:
"There's definitely a sense of urgency, especially after last year, to make sure we're checking those boxes and we're taking the next step"
"There's definitely a sense of urgency, especially after last year, to make sure we're checking those boxes and we're taking the next step"
February 11, 2026 at 2:44 PM
Adley Rutschman on the Orioles' approach this spring:
"There's definitely a sense of urgency, especially after last year, to make sure we're checking those boxes and we're taking the next step"
"There's definitely a sense of urgency, especially after last year, to make sure we're checking those boxes and we're taking the next step"
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The Orioles keep saying how the David Rubenstein-led ownership group gives them the power to spend at will on big moves.
So spend it on an ace, then. Don’t talk about how much money you have only to strike out on the top pitching free agents. Again: www.thebanner.com/sports/oriol...
So spend it on an ace, then. Don’t talk about how much money you have only to strike out on the top pitching free agents. Again: www.thebanner.com/sports/oriol...
February 11, 2026 at 3:42 PM
The Orioles keep saying how the David Rubenstein-led ownership group gives them the power to spend at will on big moves.
So spend it on an ace, then. Don’t talk about how much money you have only to strike out on the top pitching free agents. Again: www.thebanner.com/sports/oriol...
So spend it on an ace, then. Don’t talk about how much money you have only to strike out on the top pitching free agents. Again: www.thebanner.com/sports/oriol...
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Baltimore State’s Attorney Ivan Bates, Sheriff Sam Cogen, Court Clerk Xavier Conaway and Register of Wills Belinda Conaway have formed the “Baltimore City Safety Slate” as they run for reelection.
February 11, 2026 at 4:03 PM
Baltimore State’s Attorney Ivan Bates, Sheriff Sam Cogen, Court Clerk Xavier Conaway and Register of Wills Belinda Conaway have formed the “Baltimore City Safety Slate” as they run for reelection.
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Baltimore County needs apartments. One councilman is in control of many of them, but he's been slow to turn the key and open the door. My latest.
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Baltimore County needs more apartments built. One councilman’s absence may be stalling them.
Baltimore County Councilman Wade Kach said he regrets missing meetings, but added: “If I thought for one minute that I was shortchanging my constituents in my district, I would resign.”
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February 11, 2026 at 4:07 PM
Baltimore County needs apartments. One councilman is in control of many of them, but he's been slow to turn the key and open the door. My latest.
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FAA closes airspace around El Paso for 10 days, grounding all flights
FAA closes airspace around El Paso for 10 days, grounding all flights
The Federal Aviation Administration is closing the airspace around El Paso International Airport in Texas for 10 days, grounding all flights to and from the airport.
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February 11, 2026 at 2:43 PM
FAA closes airspace around El Paso for 10 days, grounding all flights
7 things to do in Baltimore County: Valentines, Galentine’s, Thin Mints and piña coladas
7 things in Baltimore County: Galentine’s, Valentines, Thin Mints and piña coladas
Whether it’s an evening of medicinal self-care, Girl Scout Cookie and tiki drink indulgence, or immersing yourself in the arts, there’s an event worth attending coming up.
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February 11, 2026 at 2:06 PM
7 things to do in Baltimore County: Valentines, Galentine’s, Thin Mints and piña coladas
Does Annapolis need a deputy chief of staff?
Does Annapolis need a deputy chief of staff?
After more than an hour of pointed back and forth, the Annapolis City Council voted 6-2 on Monday night to approve legislation that will allow the mayor to hire a deputy chief of staff.
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February 11, 2026 at 1:31 PM
Does Annapolis need a deputy chief of staff?
Annapolis mayor faces sharp questions at community meeting over Black police chief’s firing
Annapolis mayor faces sharp questions over Black police chief’s firing
Facing multiple questions from the community about why he fired former Annapolis Police Chief Ed Jackson, Mayor Jared Littmann said he hates the optics of firing the city’s second Black police chief...
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February 11, 2026 at 1:30 PM
Annapolis mayor faces sharp questions at community meeting over Black police chief’s firing
Baltimore County needs more apartments. One councilman may be stalling them.
Baltimore County needs more apartments built. One councilman’s absence may be stalling them.
Baltimore County Councilman Wade Kach said he regrets missing meetings, but added: “If I thought for one minute that I was shortchanging my constituents in my district, I would resign.”
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February 11, 2026 at 12:29 PM
Baltimore County needs more apartments. One councilman may be stalling them.
Wes Moore’s State of the State: Navigating Trump’s tensions
Wes Moore’s State of the State: Navigating Trump’s tensions
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore will deliver his fourth State of the State speech on Wednesday as he continues to navigate a touch and go relationship with President Donald Trump’s administration.
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February 11, 2026 at 12:00 PM
Wes Moore’s State of the State: Navigating Trump’s tensions
This Eastern Shore Democrat voted against redistricting. Here’s why.
Meet the only Democrat in Maryland’s House against redistricting
Del. Sheree Sample-Hughes says she has some idea of what Maryland Republicans are feeling in terms of redistricting.
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February 11, 2026 at 11:30 AM
This Eastern Shore Democrat voted against redistricting. Here’s why.
The Dish: This North Charles Street cafe wants to talk about sex
The Dish: This North Charles Street cafe wants to talk about sex
A cafe focused on free expression and intimacy has come to North Charles Street in Baltimore City.
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February 11, 2026 at 11:00 AM
The Dish: This North Charles Street cafe wants to talk about sex
Baltimore inspector general taking records fight with mayor to court
Baltimore inspector general taking records fight with mayor to court
IG Isabel Cumming said 104 of her 324 investigations would have been affected by new records rules put in place by Mayor Brandon Scott's administration.
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February 11, 2026 at 10:26 AM
Baltimore inspector general taking records fight with mayor to court
Marylanders warned to beware of unpaid parking tickets text scam
Marylanders warned to beware of unpaid parking tickets text scam
The Maryland Judiciary warned people about a scam text related to supposed unpaid parking fees.
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February 11, 2026 at 12:00 AM
Marylanders warned to beware of unpaid parking tickets text scam
Another Wilde Lake board meeting was canceled. So residents held their own.
Another Wilde Lake board meeting was canceled. So residents held their own.
The Wilde Lake Village Board chair canceled another public meeting, so Columbia residents held their own.
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February 10, 2026 at 11:36 PM
Another Wilde Lake board meeting was canceled. So residents held their own.
Case dismissed against Baltimore County gym teacher accused of sexually abusing 2 students
Case dismissed for Baltimore County gym teacher accused of sexually abusing 2
Jordan Adams, 29, of Windsor Mill, had been charged in Baltimore County Circuit Court with sexual abuse of a minor and second-degree assault.
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February 10, 2026 at 11:00 PM
Case dismissed against Baltimore County gym teacher accused of sexually abusing 2 students