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Annapolis-to-Newport Race: 3 Anne Arundel County boats capture class honors after sailing in extreme conditions
The 39th edition of the biennial Annapolis-to-Newport Race will be remembered for the fact 31 of the 60 starters retired rather than risk damage to their boat or crew in extreme conditions offsho...
Additions to Anne Arundel fiscal 2024 budget includes raises for librarians, school nurses
In the final week before the county is required to pass its fiscal 2024 budget, County Executive Steuart Pittman’s office added raises for librarians and school nurses.
William P. ‘Bill’ McFadden Jr., federal mediator and president of the Washington Duke Ellington Society, dies
William P. “Bill” McFadden Jr., a federal mediator and president of the Washington Duke Ellington Society, died May 16 at his Annapolis home. He was 69.
Letter from Baltimore Sun Media Publisher/Editor Trif Alatzas: Congratulations to the 2023 Hall of Fame class
Baltimore Sun Media Publisher and Editor-in-Chief Trif Alatzas introduces the 2023 class of The Baltimore Sun's Business and Civic Hall of Fame.
Ask Amy: He won’t explain why he’s talking to his exes
Dear Amy: I am hurt, menopausal, lonely, and sad. I honestly don’t know what to do. Should I return to my home country and start my life over?
Daily horoscope for June 9, 2023
Check out your daily horoscope here, provided by Tarot astrologers.
Traffic reopens on I-95 in Harford County after three injured in crash, police say
All lanes of Interstate 95 in Harford County have reopened after the highway was shut down Thursday evening as police probed a crash that injured three people.
Donald Trump indicted in classified documents case, becoming first former president to face federal criminal charges
Donald Trump says he has been indicted on charges of mishandling classified documents at his Florida estate.
Man shot, killed Thursday evening in Hamilton Hills neighborhood, Baltimore Police say
A 27-year-old died after police found him wounded Thursday evening in Northeast Baltimore, police said.
Johns Hopkins Medical School renames outpatient center after Levi Watkins Jr., first Black chief resident
Dr. Levi Watkins Jr. was the first Black chief resident at the Johns Hopkins Medical School and the first surgeon to successfully implant an automatic heart defibrillator in a human in 1980.
Johns Hopkins baseball loses, 7-6, to Lynchburg in winner-take-all Game 3 of Division III College World Series finals
Johns Hopkins baseball couldn’t protect leads of 4-0, 4-2 and 5-4 in the winner-take-all Game 3 as Lynchburg emerged with its first NCAA crown in its first appearance in the Division III Colleg...
‘Overwhelming, yet peaceful’: Glen Burnie pastor reflec...ntoxicated driver who killed his wife is sentenced to 14 years
Kevin James Pickett, 43, of Sykesville was sentenced to 14 years in prison Thursday after driving while influenced by drugs and killing a Baltimore pastor standing on the side of the highway.
Tourists flock to view Hawaiian volcano’s latest eruption
Hawaii tourism officials are urging tourists to be respectful when flocking to a national park on the Big Island to get a glimpse of the latest eruption of Kilauea.
Baltimore weather: What you need to know about unhealthy air quality due to haze
Winds carrying wildfire smoke from eastern Canada are causing hazy skies and air quality issues in the Baltimore area.
Pasadena resident David Ford competes on Jeopardy
Lifelong game show fan David Ford, who is originally from Annapolis and now lives in Pasadena, will be on Jeopardy Thursday night.
Who is Richard Worley, the new acting Baltimore Police commissioner?
Richard Worley, a veteran in Baltimore's police force, will serve as the acting police commissioner until the Baltimore City Council confirms a new leader.
Century High School Class of 2023 celebrates graduation
Sykesville's Century High School graduates class of 2023 and more than half of graduates took Carroll Community College classes while in high school.
Gunnar Henderson hits go-ahead 2-run homer in 8th as Orioles rally late to beat Brewers, 6-3, avoid sweep
Rookie Gunnar Henderson more than made up for an early mistake in the field, hitting a go-ahead two-run home run in the eighth inning to propel the Orioles to a 6-3 win over Milwaukee.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore picks Netflix executive to head new economic advisory council
Wes Moore tapped a tech industry veteran to lead a new economic development advisory group.
Baltimore Police Commissioner Harrison to leave contract early; veteran Richard Worley nominated to replace him
Baltimore Police Commissioner Michael Harrison will depart before the end of his contract, city officials announced Thursday, and Mayor Brandon Scott has nominated a 25-year veteran of the city d...
Broadneck seniors graduate from ‘Broadbeck’ High School thanks to diploma error
More than 500 Anne Arundel County high school students graduated from a brand new school Tuesday, or at least that’s what their diploma said.
Adnan Syed case: Victim’s brother files appeal to Maryland Supreme Court, asks for more say in court proceedings
The brother of the woman Adnan Syed once was convicted of killing is filing his own appeal to the Maryland Supreme Court, arguing that a lower court’s ruling in his favor didn’t go far enough...
Big Ten football has a new schedule format. Here’s what it means for Maryland.
Starting in 2024, the Big Ten will introduce a football schedule that eliminates divisions, includes 11 protected matchups and allows for a rotating group of opponents. Here's what it means for M...
Maryland State Board of Elections taps longtime employee Jared DeMarinis as administrator
The Maryland State Board of Elections selected a new elections administrator Thursday.
Pipe blockage in Linthicum leads to 98,000-gallon sewage overflow into Patapsco tributary
A hose jammed into a manhole in Linthicum led to 98,000 gallons of sewage flowing in the Patapsco River tributary of Stoney Run from Saturday through Tuesday.
The S&P 500 is in a bull market. Here’s what that means and how long the bull might rage on.
The S&P 500 is now in what Wall Street refers to as a bull market, meaning the index has risen 20% or more from its most recent low.
Air quality worsened Thursday in Baltimore area amid thick plume of Canadian wildfire smoke
Officials are recommending residents to limit their time outdoors and avoid strenuous activity outside.
B&O Railroad Museum in Baltimore announces $30 million transformation of campus and exhibit space
The B&O Railroad Museum plans a $30 million transformation of its Southwest Baltimore campus to restore a historic railroad repair building, add exhibits and community gathering space and create ...
Florida woman who fatally shot neighbor appears in court, reveals history of racist threats
A white Florida woman charged with shooting and killing her Black neighbor told detectives that she called the victim’s children by racist slurs in the months leading up to the slaying, accordi...
Carroll County commissioners will hold a public hearing on community solar projects on farmland
Residents will have the opportunity to tell the Board of Carroll County Commissioners whether they agree with its recommendation to no longer allow solar panel projects on county farmland.
A bogey to the head | EDITORIAL CARTOON
LIV Golf and PGA Tour merger
Taking the kids: Happy Dad’s Day
It might still be a week or so away, but it’s not too soon to think about how you want to celebrate the dads and granddads in your life, especially those who enjoy travel, adventures, and new e...
Severn man, 50, in crisis dies following Monday house fire
Mark A. Harvey, 50, of Severn, died Thursday from injuries he sustained after he started a fire in a house on Gambrills Road, officials said.
Francis Scott Key High School graduates Class of 2023
Francis Scott Key High School graduates receive diplomas, and nearly 70% of the class of 2023 will go on to colleges and universities.
Fire at Cockeysville’s Antique Row under control after building collapses, Baltimore County Fire Department says
A two-alarm blaze at a strip of businesses on the 10800 block of York Road in Cockeysville was under control Wednesday evening after an hourslong battle with firefighters from numerous localities...
Real Estate Matters: Elderly homeowner wishes to sell prope...‘landlord’ and rent the home, but are there other options?
At 90, a homeowner is thinking of selling their condo to a buyer who would be willing to rent it to them until they die or decide to leave.
Belmont cancels racing and Washington Nationals postpone game due to poor air quality from wildfires in Canada
Racing at Belmont Park was canceled and the Washington Nationals’ home game against the Arizona Diamondbacks was postponed Thursday due to poor air quality from wildfires in Canada.
Harford County Council holds public hearing for term limit bill
A bill on term limits was among the bills Harford County Council reviewed during a public hearing before Tuesday's legislative session.
Woman dies Wednesday from wounds suffered in Tuesday double shooting in Central Southwest Baltimore, police say
A 46-year-old woman died after being shot in Southwest Baltimore Tuesday evening, Baltimore Police said Wednesday.
Fewer tickets, fewer dollars: Drivers slow down on Interstate 83, blowing hole in Baltimore’s plans to repair JFX
As Baltimore approaches the one-year mark since the installation of speed cameras along an infamously dangerous section of Interstate 83, transportation officials are finding the number of citati...
Baltimore County judge orders second driver charged in Beltway crash held without bond
The second driver charged in the deaths of six construction workers in a March Baltimore Beltway crash will remain in jail, a Baltimore County District Court Judge ruled Thursday.
Dan Rodricks: Pastor Hudson’s big dream starts to come true in West Baltimore | COMMENTARY
Resurrection Sandtown and Dwyer Workforce Development, founded by the CFG bank owner and his family, join forces.
Supreme Court rules in favor of Black voters in Alabama redistricting case
The Supreme Court issued a surprising 5-4 ruling in favor of Black voters in a congressional redistricting case, ordering the creation of a second district with a large Black population.
Minnesota Vikings releasing star running back Dalvin Cook for salary cap reasons
The Minnesota Vikings are parting ways with star running back Dalvin Cook for salary cap reasons. He has been informed he’ll be released.
Founder of three schools for under-resourced students to retire as president of The Loyola School in Baltimore
The Rev. William J. Watters, who founded three Baltimore schools for under-resourced students, announced May 31 he is ready to retire from the presidency of The Loyola School at the age of 89.
Teens lack maturity, experience to vote | READER COMMENTARY
An 18-year-old isn't mature enough to gamble or drink but can decide who should control nuclear weapons? The push for an even lower voting age is foolish.
Juvenile charged as an adult in Aberdeen shooting
A juvenile is being charged as an adult related to the Aberdeen shooting on June 7.
Ravens free agency tracker 2023: Laquon Treadwell addition gives Baltimore 5 receivers that were former 1st-round picks
Track all the Ravens' comings and goings during 2023 NFL free agency.
Fatal motorcycle crash in Harford County under investigation
A Jarrettsville man died in a motorcycle crash Monday on Norrisville Road.
Outdoor activities in Baltimore area are canceling due to poor air quality
Schools, recreational departments and more have been cancelling outdoor events due to poor air quality spurred by winds carrying wildfire smoke from eastern Canada.
Interactive map: Air quality for the Baltimore region and the rest of Maryland and U.S.
Check the recently reported Air Quality Index for stations in the Baltimore area and around the U.S. on an interactive map featuring data from AirNow.
Add this Harford historical novel to your summer beach reads | READER COMMENTARY
Anyone looking for an engrossing book with local roots should check out "Good Endeavour: A Maryland Family's Turbulent History 1695-2002."
Rare cars and boxing regalia stolen from Gervonta Davis’ Florida home, lawyer says
“Mr. Davis’ Florida home was burglarized, ransacked, and a significant amount of personal belongings, including prized boxing regalia, stolen," attorney Michael Tomko wrote in court documents...
Baltimore Police Commissioner Michael Harrison: His calming, steady presence was still not enough | COMMENTARY
Harrison boosted the cause of reform but ultimately came up short in efforts to reduce the city's high homicide count.
HonFest founder says Baltimore festival will move ahead as planned for the weekend
After facing nearly a week of outrage over its decision to deny a booth to Planned Parenthood Maryland, organizers said HonFest will go on this weekend as planned.
CIAA basketball tournaments to remain in Baltimore through 2026 as officials announce 1-year extension
The 2023 CIAA basketball tournaments generated a total economic impact of $29.6 million, according to Visit Baltimore President and CEO Al Hutchinson, which is a 51% increase from the previous ye...
Hosanna School Museum to host 7th annual Upper Bay Juneteenth Festival
The Historic Hosanna School Museum's Upper Bay Juneteenth Festival is the longest-running Juneteenth celebration in the Lower Susquehanna and Upper Chesapeake Bay regions.
Things to do in Baltimore June 9 to June 15
Go to a Pride event that mixes Shakespeare and disco, watch a Disney favorite, hear a best new artist, taste local draft beers, get some good deals on gardening and more.
A new front in reparations: Seeking the return of lost family land
African American families across the country — particularly in the South — are pushing for the return of land they say was taken in government seizures.
Fighting drugs like fentanyl requires enforcement, treatment and education | READER COMMENTARY
Law enforcement alone can't solve an illegal drug problem that requires a broader approach featuring addiction treatment on demand.
Man dies in Southeast Baltimore shooting Monday, police say
A man was fatally shot Monday in Baltimore’s Medford neighborhood, according to police.
Sportswashing: LIV and the PGA | EDITORIAL CARTOON
Blood on both their hands in this deal.
Reisterstown man dies in head-on collision with tractor-trailer in Carroll County
The crash occurred around 10:52 p.m. near the intersection of Route 140 and Dede Road in Finksburg.
Darkroom: Early bird meal in Shady Side
Photographer got into bird watching during the pandemic.
Pat Robertson, broadcaster who helped make religion central to GOP politics, dies at 93
Pat Robertson, a religious broadcaster who turned a tiny Virginia station into the global Christian Broadcasting Network, has died. He was 93.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visits area flooded by destroyed dam as five reported dead
Five residents of a Russian-occupied city next to a breached dam have died in massive flooding triggered by the catastrophe, its Kremlin-appointed mayor said.
The Republican presidential field is largely set. Here are takeaways on where the contest stands.
After a trio of new announcements this week, the Republican Party’s 2024 presidential field is all but set. Here are some takeaways on where the contest stands.
Smoky haze blanketing US and Canada could last into the weekend
The smoky blanket billowing from wildfires in Quebec and Nova Scotia and sending plumes of fine particulate matter as far away as North Carolina and northern Europe should persist into Thursday a...
New Annapolis restaurant Leo serves hyperseasonal dishes in a family-friendly atmosphere
Leo offers farm-to-table fare, featuring fresh vegetables, meat and fish sourced from local producers. The restaurant gets greens from Maidstone Farms in Annapolis, steaks from Roseda Farms in Mo...
Foreign aid plays critical role in climate change fight | READER COMMENTARY
One of the best, most cost-effective ways to lower greenhouse gas emissions is to help developing countries reduce their own carbon footprints.
75 years ago, Dr. Charles Bailey had one more chance to get his experimental heart surgery right | GUEST COMMENTARY
He had already killed four people, and behind his back, some were calling him “the Butcher." He was about to make history - or end his career.
The ‘Madden 24’ teaser wasn’t kind to Ravens linebacker Patrick Queen. He took notice.
“How i get signed up to be the one ran over on the release video,” Ravens linebacker Patrick Queen tweeted after the "Madden NFL 24" teaser showed him getting stiff-armed by Bills quarterback...
Outdoor concerts, movies and more planned throughout June in Ellicott City | MOSTLY MAIN STREET
The official first day of summer is just a few days away and already the historic district of Ellicott City is settling in to the comfortable rhythm of outdoor movies, concerts and axe throwing. ...
Carroll County Fire and EMS welcomes 72 new hires, following the induction of 16 lieutenants
The new employees include firefighters, emergency medical workers, paramedics and fire apparatus drivers, said Michael Robinson Sr., the department’s director and chief.
Mike Preston: Ravens veteran DT Michael Pierce has found his role — and yoga | COMMENTARY
There has been a different Michael Pierce in the voluntary practices open to the media, columnist Mike Preston writes. His quickness and burst are clearly evident, and Pierce has embraced the wor...
Howard County to offer schoolteachers help repaying student loans
The Student Loan Assistance Repayment Program for Teachers will provide $1.5 million or $300,000 per year for the next five years for student loan repayments, County Executive Calvin Ball said Tu...
Garden Q&A: What’s chewing my rose leaves?
The primary insect responsible for chewing rose leaves this time of year is a sawfly.
Hot property: Anne Arundel home on lush 1-acre lot with forest views lists for nearly $1.4 million
The Anne Arundel County home sits in the middle of an expansive lawn and is surrounded by a large and lush forested area.
Petty crime citations: Ivan Bates delivers on a Baltimore state’s attorney campaign promise | COMMENTARY
Baltimore's top prosecutor campaigned on getting tougher on minor offenses and his balanced, community service-oriented plan has merit - if it avoids over-enforcement.
On Max’s ‘Swiping America,’ Maryland graduate travels U.S. with other singles in search of romantic connection
“Swiping America," a reality dating series, debuts June 15 on Max and features former Howard County resident Kesun Lee alongside three other singles as they search for love.
With new team and beard, Aaron Hicks off to hot start with Orioles: ‘It allows me to be myself’
No longer having to abide by the Yankees’ strict no facial hair policy, Aaron Hicks has let his stubble grow out into a trimmed beard with the Orioles. But the change in appearance isn’t the ...
Affidavit sheds new light on when and what ex-Maryland Gov....ogan knew about Roy McGrath’s severance before it was public
Former Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan knew about his former chief-of-staff Roy McGrath’s six-figure severance payment from the government-owned nonprofit Maryland Environmental Service almost two we...
A songwriters’ group is suing a Baltimore bar for musical copyright infringement
The complaint by ASCAP comes after a multiyear effort to contact the Canton bar about renewing a license to play its members’ music.
Baltimore Board of Estimates approves new fees for outdoor dining parklets
The new rules for parklets, which take effect July 1, will put Baltimore ahead of the curve compared with other American cities, officials say.
Haze over Baltimore will linger through Friday; Code Red alert issued for poor air quality
The current haze throughout Baltimore is expected to last through at least Thursday as winds carry smoke from Canadian wildfires across the northeastern states.
Howard County officials reveal design for Columbia monument honoring veterans and military families
The $2.75 million project will honor the service and sacrifice of the 20,000 veterans living in Howard County and their families.
Get ready for outdoor activities the whole family can enjoy
Looking for something to do this summer while your kids are home? Check out this roundup of our 20 favorite outdoor activities the whole family can enjoy.
How to clean makeup brushes, hair tools, eyelash curlers and more
Taking the time to cleanse your makeup, hair and skin tools at least once a week or biweekly is going to protect you against harmful bacteria.
Parent sues Oldfields School officials, requests injunction to keep Baltimore County institution open
The parent of a student at Oldfields School has sued officials of the Baltimore County institution, which announced in April it would close next school year, in an attempt to keep it open.
Oldfields School alumni group exceeds fundraising goal needed to save Baltimore County school, member says
A group of Oldfields School alumni and community members has raised $22 million as part of efforts to save the Baltimore County private school from closure, a member confirmed.
Oldfields School alumni, supporters race to raise millions in time to save Baltimore County school
A group of alumni and supporters from Baltimore County’s private Oldfields School, set to close this year, said it’s made an agreement with the school’s board of trustees to stay open if th...
Oldfields School alumni attempt to save their Baltimore County school after closure announcement
Since Oldfields School declared it would close at the end of the academic year, alumni have united with one goal in mind: saving their school.
Oldfields School in Baltimore County to close after 156 years: ‘It’s our second home’
The historic Oldfields School, a small all-girls boarding school in Sparks Glencoe, will close at the end of this academic year.
Counting Chicago’s largest crowds — from 100,000 to 5 million people
From the World's Fair to the Cubs World Series celebration, here's a look back at Chicago's largest gatherings.