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Alsobrooks Elected MD’s First Black U.S. Senator; Key Baltimore Referendums Split
As Trump wins the presidency, P.G. County Executive Angela Alsobrooks defeats former Governor Larry Hogan while referendum to rezone Inner Harbor passes and initiative to reduce the size of the City Council fails.
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Baltimore Voting Guide: What You Need to Know to Cast Your Ballot
Election Day is November 5. As always, there’s a lot at stake.
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Amid Ethics Scandal, Catherine Pugh Returns $100,000 from Latest Children’s Book Deal
More University of Maryland Medical System board members resign.
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Catherine Pugh Resigns From UMMS Board Amid $500,000 Book Deal Controversy
Baltimore mayor earned $100,000 in profits in burgeoning ethics scandal.
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Keeping in Ship Shape
Downtown Sailing Center celebrates 30 years of connecting sailors with the water.
Food & Drink
Sweet Devotion
Local bakeries tie their communities to the past with family recipes and tastes of home.
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The New York Times Publishes “The Tragedy of Baltimore”
ProPublica’s Alec MacGillis digs deep into city’s violence and police corruption.
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Rumor or Fact? A Town Under Loch Raven Reservoir
Historical Society of Baltimore County explores the lost town of Warren, Maryland.
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Your Business Home in Baltimore
City House offers an elegant alternative to the typical coworking space.
Arts District
Emotional AVAM Exhibit Unites Works By Persecuted Groups
“Esther and the Dream of One Loving Human Family” begins a five-year run this week.
Arts & Culture
Wonder Women
Celebrate trailblazers and groundbreaking accomplishments during Women’s History Month.
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Mayor Pugh Names New Health Commissioner to Replace Leana Wen
Dr. Letitia Dzirasa, most recently a health innovation officer with local tech company, picked to lead high-profile department.
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EXTENDED: Junior Achievement 18 Under 18
Nominate an extraordinary student who stands out as a leader or change-maker in their community. Submissions due December 16th!
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Hogan Ponders Presidential Bid, Calls Trump’s 2020 Reelection Odds “Weak”
Governor says Republicans are afraid to stand up to the president.
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Marylanders Overwhelmingly Favor Legal Pot, $15 Minimum Wage, Euthanasia
Goucher Poll suggests public support in the state for liberal policies.
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Baltimore Police Department Reacts to Marilyn Mosby Marijuana Decision
Baltimore joins a growing number of cities nationwide to de-emphasize marijuana.
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Was a Developer’s $10 Billion “Baltimore Renaissance” Plan an FBI Sting Or Just Fantasy?
New five-part podcast examines the curious case of Virginia businessman Kahan Dhillon.
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Why Did Senator Kamala Harris Choose Baltimore for Campaign Headquarters?
Former California Attorney General becomes the fourth woman to enter the 2020 presidential race.
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Hogan Pitches Moderate, Anti-Trump Approach at Second Inauguration
Republican governor invokes former President George H.W. Bush, former Sen. John McCain, and his father in address.
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Women Legislators Emerge in Record Numbers
Nonprofit Emerge Maryland identifies and trains women seeking political office in the state—and it’s working.
Arts District
A Guide to Baltimore Museums
Science, art, and history abound at the city’s many cultural institutions.
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The Soap Myth Examines Holocaust Horrors and History
Ed Asner and Baltimore-born playwright Jeff Cohen discuss script and Jewish experience.
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Maryland Residents Turn Furlough Lemons Into Lemonade
Government employees express frustrations but resilience amid federal shutdown.
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Vested Interest
DeRay Mckesson is a nationally recognized civil rights activist. Will he become a leader in Baltimore?
