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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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Arts District
Culture Club: Roxane Gay at Loyola, Dan Deacon and the BSO, Jim Jones Plays
Our monthly roundup of openings, events, and news from the art world.
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Bootleg Bunch
During Prohibition, the still-going Joseph Kavanagh Company turned from coppersmithing to bootlegging.
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Governor Larry Hogan Announces New Initiative to Combat Violent Crime
A Violent Crime Joint Operations Center will open in Baltimore City.
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Your Business Home in Baltimore
City House offers an elegant alternative to the typical coworking space.
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New Police Commissioner Should Have an Easy Transition to Baltimore
Michael Harrison will report on January 8 to lead the Baltimore Police.
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The Gavel Goes Back to Nancy D’Alesandro Pelosi of Little Italy
Daughter of former Baltimore mayor becomes first House Speaker to regain position in six decades.
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Antero Pietila Discusses The Ghosts of Johns Hopkins
The writer examines how Hopkins’ wealth influenced Baltimore long after his lifetime.
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2018: Year In Review
Twenty of the most pivotal events in Baltimore this year, in chronological order.
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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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Trump Meeting in Baltimore Cancelled, But Revitalization Discussions Will Still Happen
Wednesday’s planned visit to the city will now take place at the White House.
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Remember When George H.W. Bush Threw Out the Very First Pitch at Camden Yards?
The late 41st U.S. President hosted Queen Elizabeth and the Egyptian president at Memorial Stadium, too.
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Keeping It Real
In the age of consolidated media companies, what sets The Real News Network apart?
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Artist Delita Martin Uses Vivid Mixed Media to Represent Spirit of Black Women
The new exhibit, on display at Galerie Myrtis through February, brings new meaning to portraiture.
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Everything You Need to Know about Johnny O.
Baltimore County’s County Executive-Elect is just 36—which is young for a political comeback.
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Baltimore’s Arch Social Club Earns National Historic Preservation Grant
We take a tour of the historic Pennsylvania Avenue club.
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Four Takeaways From Maryland Midterm Election
Hogan is easily reelected, but no Republican coattails in the state.
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Ben Jealous Rallies With Dave Chappelle and Rosario Dawson In Gwynn Oak Park
Democratic gubernatorial challenger continues push in upset bid.
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Everything You Need to Know About Tomorrow’s Election
We’ve compiled an election day cheat sheet to make your trip to the polls a little easier.
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Marylanders, Today is Your Last Chance to Same-Day Register and Early Vote
Election Day is Nov. 6, but Thursday is the final day to register for this year’s election.
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Lost and Found
Baltimore man connects long-lost vintage portraits and family photos with their loved ones.
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After the Finish
Eighty years ago, two horses at Pimlico gripped the nation, but for many it was far more than a race.
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New Book Revives the Story of a Social Justice Heroine
Author Ross Jones talks Elisabeth Gilman's past and what she might think of the present.
