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thebanner.comChasen Cos. accused of fraudulently spending $2 million on yachtsEight separate lawsuits allege that Chasen Construction, part of Chasen Cos., used business accounts to pay for personal yacht expenses from 2022 to 2024.

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thebanner.comAs a MAGA candidate divides his party, can Democrats turn Dundalk blue?Republican Tim Fazenbaker and Democrat Arkia Wade are vying for an open council seat in Dundalk.

By Sapna Bansil: As a MAGA candidate divides his party, can Democrats turn Dundalk blue? (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)

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New with Matti Gellman: The DoD selected the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab to study the effectiveness of women in combat. The woman leading the study has previously been cited by Pete Hegseth in his arguments why women shouldn't serve in those roles. www.thebanner.com/community/lo...

thebanner.comDOD taps Johns Hopkins APL to study women in combat rolesThe Pentagon has picked the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory to take over a yearslong study on the effectiveness of women in combat roles, sparking concerns from advocates.

thebanner.comEx-St. Paul’s Schools employee sentenced for embezzling more than $55,500Melanie Wagner, 53, of Parkton, a former accounting associate at the St. Paul’s Schools, pleaded guilty in Baltimore County Circuit Court to theft between $25,000 to under $100,000.

Ex-St. Paul’s Schools employee sentenced for embezzling more than $55,500. (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)

thebanner.comOwners of downtown staple David and Dad’s to launch coffee shopPerk It Up, from the co-owners of David and Dad’s, will open in late January or early February 2027 at 10 Light St.

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From Christina Tkacik: Owners of downtown staple David and Dad’s to launch coffee shop. (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)

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thebanner.comBaltimore’s city-owned hotel had its worst year everThe Hilton Baltimore Inner Harbor, the city-owned convention center hotel, had its worst-performing year in 2025, a new financial disclosure shows.

Baltimore’s city-owned hotel had its worst year ever

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NEW | Inside the secret dealmaking that led to plans for a massive Anduril shipyard in southeastern Baltimore County. w/ @pwoodreporter.bsky.social and @rkobell.bsky.social: www.thebanner.com/economy/grow...

thebanner.comSecret flights and texts to the governor: Inside the making of the Anduril dealHere’s the story behind how Maryland and Baltimore County officials worked quietly with Anduril executives and Tradepoint Atlantic, a sprawling logistics hub in Sparrows Point, to craft a deal that co...

thebanner.comBaltimore City Council ready to create agency handling lower-risk 911 callsBaltimore lawmakers greenlit plans for a new department that would divert 911 calls away from police and into the hands of mental health professionals, despite the fact that officials have no estimate...

Baltimore City Council ready to create agency handling lower-risk 911 calls, @emilyopilo.bsky.social reports. (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)

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buff.lyIn Baltimore, Filipino American artists are finally taking the spotlightAfter years of feeling overlooked, Filipino American artists working in Baltimore — including Thea Canlas, Anna Divinagracia and Mark Kent Navarro — are making the region's art scene take notice.

In Baltimore, Filipino American artists are finally taking the spotlight

thebanner.comA funeral, a melee and gunfire: Neighbors recount chaos outside Baltimore churchA memorial service meant to lay a loved one to rest in Overlea on Saturday instead ended in a heated quarrel that erupted into gunfire and left one person shot.

A funeral, a melee and gunfire: Neighbors recount chaos outside Baltimore church, Shayla Colon reports. (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)

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For decades, children whispered about the Bunny Man. He was in the woods. He lurked by the train tracks. He was on the shortcuts home. Who was the Bunny Man? www.thebanner.com/community/lo...

thebanner.comBaltimore’s own boogeyman: The legend of the Bunny Man scared kids for decadesFor decades, people around Baltimore used to pass on warnings to each other. The kids whispered about the “Bunny Man.” He was tall, sometimes naked and had bunny ears. Stories and lore about him terri...

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buff.lyShe chronicled her struggle with cancer. Her husband said it was all made up.Lexi Thomas’ husband filed for an annulment this month, accusing her of fabricating her cancer diagnosis.

She chronicled her struggle with cancer. Her husband said it was all made up.

thebanner.com‘She’s on the Beltway’: Farmer races from welcoming newborn to wrangling cow on I-695Pikesville farmer Joe Shaffer welcomed his daughter Josie into the world Tuesday. A day later, he wrangled his loose calf on Interstate 695.

By @darreonna.bsky.social: ‘She’s on the Beltway’: Farmer races from welcoming newborn to wrangling cow on I-695. (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)

thebanner.comMaryland delays Somerset County schools' move to restrict young adult booksThe Somerset County Public Schools system is the first in Maryland whose policy would deny students under 18 access to books popular with teens.

Maryland delays an Eastern Shore school district’s move to restrict young adult books, @lizbowie.bsky.social reports. (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)

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Hayes Gardner

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NEW | A Dali crew member visited his home in India, agreeing to return to Baltimore by Monday. But at the airport in India, he was barred from boarding his flight — apparently by U.S. Customs and Border Protection, according to his attorney. www.thebanner.com/baltimore-co...

thebanner.comA Dali crew member visited home. Then the US wouldn’t let him back in.A Dali crew member charged in connection with the Key Bridge collapse tried to fly back to the U.S. this week, as mandated by the federal government. He was barred from boarding his flight, though, ap...

thebanner.comJudge rules Harford County schools must keep ‘Flamer’ on library shelvesA Harford County Circuit Court judge sided with the state school board on Thursday afternoon, ruling that a young adult novel can remain in Harford County Public Schools libraries.

Judge rules Harford County schools must keep ‘Flamer’ on library shelves, @kris10griffith.bsky.social reports. (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)

thebanner.comBaltimore teacher clears key hurdle in defamation lawsuit against Libs of TikTok founderAlexa Sciuto filed her lawsuit in 2025 in Baltimore County Circuit Court against Chaya Raichik, five Republican lawmakers and the chairs of the Carroll County and Talbot County chapters of Moms for Li...

Baltimore teacher clears key hurdle in defamation lawsuit against Libs of TikTok founder. (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)

thebanner.comThanks to small-town cops and DNA sleuths, a murder case linked to Baltimore cracks wide openAfter skeletal remains were found in Pennsylvania, a small-town police sergeant set out to learn the victim’s identity. It led him around the country and to Baltimore.

By @justinfenton.bsky.social: Thanks to small-town cops and DNA sleuths, a murder case linked to Baltimore cracks wide open. (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)

thebanner.comWhen it comes to evictions, Baltimore County is the worst in MarylandBaltimore County leads Maryland in eviction filings, with more than 4,300 evictions recorded in fiscal 2025.

When it comes to evictions, Baltimore County is the worst in Maryland, Céilí Doyle and @halliemiller.bsky.social report. (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)

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Judge who resigned amid unwanted touching allegations was quickly hired by Baltimore State’s Attorney Ivan Bates. tinyurl.com/2ujkatxu Other attorneys witnessed Kevin Wilson’s behavior at the 2023 event – leg stroking and more, the Commission on Judicial Disabilities charged.

tinyurl.comJudge who resigned amid unwanted touching allegations was quickly hired by Baltimore State’s Attorney Ivan Bates | Baltimore BrewOther attorneys witnessed Kevin Wilson’s behavior at the 2023 event – leg stroking and more, the Commission on Judicial Disabilities charged. “We have had no issues with his employment or work product...

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buff.lyProsecutors to retry man accused of setting fire that killed 3 Baltimore firefightersJames Barnett, 58, of West Baltimore, is charged in Baltimore Circuit Court with involuntary manslaughter, arson and reckless endangerment.

Prosecutors to retry man accused of setting fire that killed 3 Baltimore firefighters

thebanner.comHarborplace plans revealed: A luxury hotel and $7,000 rentsA confidential report reveals plans for $7,000 apartments, a luxury hotel and up to $366 million in tax relief for Baltimore's Harborplace redevelopment.

By @leeosanderlin.bsky.social, @emilyopilo.bsky.social and Jack Bolonga: Harborplace plans revealed: A luxury hotel and $7,000 rents. (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)

thebanner.comJury deadlocks in case over fatal South Stricker Street fireA judge on Tuesday declared a mistrial in the case of a man who was accused of setting a fire in a vacant rowhome on South Stricker Street in 2022 that killed three Baltimore firefighters after a jury...

Jury deadlocks in case over fatal South Stricker Street fire that killed 3 Baltimore firefighters. (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)

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BREAKING: A judge has declared a mistrial in the trial of a man accused of setting a fire on South Stricker Street in 2022 that killed three Baltimore firefighters after a jury could not reach a unanimous verdict ( @thebaltimorebanner.com).

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New: Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott summoned his public safety leadership teams to City Hall over rash of recent shootings that threatens to slow the city's progress on violence www.thebanner.com/politics-pow...

thebanner.comBaltimore mayor summons public safety leaders to City Hall over rash of violenceBaltimore Mayor Brandon Scott summoned his public safety leadership teams to City Hall Tuesday to address a rash of recent shootings that are threatening to slow the city's historic years-long reducti...

thebanner.comBaltimore’s Baby Fund could aid new parents. Here’s how it would work.After courts struck down an attempt in 2024, the Baltimore Baby Fund is on city ballots this cycle. What would the fund do, and who would decide where the money goes?

Baltimore’s Baby Fund could aid new parents. Here’s how it would work, @emilyopilo.bsky.social reports. (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)

thebanner.comA Johns Hopkins football player started a cookie business. His late father would be happy.Claude Strnad runs his online cookie business through Instagram and a website. Last Tuesday, his fourth cookie drop sold out in two minutes.

By @andrewgolden.bsky.social: A Johns Hopkins football player started a cookie business. His late father would be happy. (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)

inquirer.comWorld Stage, the venue previously known as World Cafe Live, will close at the end of October

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World Stage, formerly known as World Cafe Live, told staffers that its final day will be October 31.

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In his second run for Maryland governor, Dan Cox does everything he can not to mention President Donald Trump. But he previously was endorsed by Trump, fundraised at Mar-a-Lago and took buses to DC on Jan. 6, 2021. www.thebanner.com/politics-pow...

thebanner.comDan Cox wants to talk about Maryland but can’t escape Trump questionsCox’s message discipline is a marked change from 2022, when he boasted about his associations with President Trump, especially during a competitive Republican primary when he beat then-Gov. Larry Hoga...

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buff.lyThe caped figure that stalked O'Donnell HeightsIn the summer of 1951, a tall, long-legged figure skittered across the roofs of O'Donnell Heights. Dressed in a top-hat and cape, he peered in windows and tried to lure away children. For decades after,...

The caped figure that stalked O'Donnell Heights

thebanner.comEx-Baltimore Police sergeant sentenced for theft, misconductMark Rutkowski, 52, of Canton, pleaded guilty in Baltimore Circuit Court to theft and misconduct in office.

Ex-Baltimore Police sergeant sentenced for stealing more than $5,200 by inflating pay. (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)

thebanner.comMoore campaign ads shut out Sinclair stations amid feud with David SmithWhile it’s normal for politicians and journalists to disagree on coverage in private, this dispute has played out in full view of the public.

Moore campaign ads shut out Sinclair stations amid feud with David Smith, @leeosanderlin.bsky.social reports. (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)

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thebanner.comBaltimore’s modern mayors ranked, according to Brandon ScottWe asked Mayor Brandon Scott to rank the modern mayors of Baltimore. To our surprise, he did.

By @emilyopilo.bsky.social and @leeosanderlin.bsky.social: Baltimore’s modern mayors ranked, according to Brandon Scott. (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)

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U.S. Rep. Andy Harris declines to apologize to student reporter in TV interview on Thursday but said he would “tell her what bothered” him if she called him. Photo: Uly Muñoz www.thebanner.com/politics-pow...

thebanner.comU.S. Rep. Andy Harris declines to apologize to student reporter in TV interview“If she called me and asked I would tell her what bothered me,” Harris said in the interview.

spotlightpa.orgPA Supreme Court rejects co-user defense in fatal overdose casesPennsylvania is known as a national leader for bringing overdose death charges, but critics say they often punish fellow drug users.

By @edmahon.bsky.social: High court rejects challenge to how Pa. treats users accused of supplying drugs in fatal overdoses. (via @spotlightpa.org)

thebanner.comMan receives 25 years for Edmondson Village Shopping Center mass shootingBryan Johnson, 20, of Shipley Hill, pleaded guilty in Baltimore Circuit Court to first-degree murder and related crimes in the fatal shooting of Deanta Dorsey, a sophomore at Edmondson-Westside High S...

Man receives 25 years for deadly Edmondson Village Shopping Center mass shooting. (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)

thebanner.comMentally ill man shot by Baltimore Police ruled not criminally responsible for assaultRussom Gebretsadik, 39, of Carrollton Ridge, pleaded guilty Wednesday to second-degree assault and carrying a dangerous weapon in the violent encounter with officers on Dec. 30, 2023. But he maintaine...

Mentally ill man shot by Baltimore Police ruled not criminally responsible for assault, Alex Mann reports. (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)

thebanner.comBaltimore housing nonprofit director resigns as he faces new chargesGarrick Good said he became a ‘distraction’ from the work of the North East Housing Initiative.

Surrounded by legal problems, Baltimore housing nonprofit director resigns, @halliemiller.bsky.social reports. (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)

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buff.lyAmerica is politically polarized. In Maryland, a few purple pockets remain.Here’s a look at four of Maryland’s purplest districts.

America is politically polarized. In Maryland, a few purple pockets remain.

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Brenda Wintrode

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Here's an inside look at what happened leading up to Rep. Andy Harris' debate crashout. Harris' temperature started rising during the debate and boiled over in a press conference. I asked him why he participated in the debate. He lost his footing. www.thebanner.com/politics-pow...

thebanner.comInside Andy Harris’ debate crashoutOne question at Tuesday's debate cracked open the tension building ahead of the 2026 midterm election.

thebanner.comJudge convicts 2 Baltimore Police officers in misconduct caseA judge on Wednesday convicted two Baltimore Police officers who were accused of making false statements and engaging in misconduct during an arrest.

Judge convicts 2 Baltimore Police officers in misconduct case. (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)

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Judge drops second-degree murder charges in Stricker Street fire trial | Kate Amara explains why on WBAL-TV 11 News: https://www.wbaltv.com/article/baltimore-stricker-street-fire-trial-murder-charges-dropped/74124394

inquirer.comHow York County became the most dangerous place for immigrants in the Eastern U.S. | Will BunchLocal cops working with ICE in York County have made hundreds of arrests, with many more afraid to leave home.

From @willbunch.bsky.social: How this Pa. county became the most dangerous place for immigrants in the Eastern U.S. (Opinion). (via @inquirer.com)

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buff.lyNick Mosby named interim leader of Baltimore’s North Avenue development authorityFormer City Council President Nick Mosby was named interim leader of Baltimore’s West North Avenue Development Authority after the previous director’s ouster.

Nick Mosby named interim leader of Baltimore’s North Avenue development authority

thebanner.comWoman gets 140 years for orchestrating shooting that killed Baltimore educatorCassandra McRae, 38, of Northeast Baltimore, professed her innocence before being sentenced for convictions on second-degree murder and related crimes.

Women who orchestrated triple shooting that killed Baltimore educator sentenced to 140 years. (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)

thebanner.comPassenger who allegedly spewed racist slurs on flight indicted on federal chargesAn American Airlines passenger who caused a flight to divert to Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport in September after police say he spewed racial slurs and profanity has been...

American Airlines passenger who allegedly said racist slurs on flight diverted to BWI faces federal charges. (w/ @darreonna.bsky.social) (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)