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Catholic church investigation

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Religion

‘The Keepers’ women join fight to publicize investigation into child sexual abuse within Archdiocese of Baltimore

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State government

The Archdiocese of Baltimore says it will not oppose the release of an investigation into clergy child abuse

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Religion

Parishes grapple with report of ‘pervasive’ child sex abuse in history of the Archdiocese of Baltimore

The Gift Guide

The Gift Guide

Browse recommendations for the best gifts and experiences to give for the holidays, from the staff of The Baltimore Banner (and a few friends).
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Books

Seven books for the readers on your holiday gift list

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Lifestyle

Great gifts for DIYers, according to a home improvement obsessive

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Arts

Great gifts and accessories for photographers

Foreign investment investigation

Jaime Sepulveda Rodriguez, from Chile, purchased a property that was supposed to be fixed up and rented but never was.

Real estate

ABC Capital files for bankruptcy, under fire from foreign investors over distressed Baltimore properties

Out of 29 parcels on the even side of the 300 block of South Smallwood Street in Carrollton Ridge, 23 are officially listed as vacant, one is a vacant lot, and another not listed as vacant is, in fact, vacant.

Real estate

One block in Carrollton Ridge offers a microcosm of Baltimore’s struggle with vacant properties

Real estate

When opportunity flips: Why a firm promising profits from vacants faces so many lawsuits

Gunpowder Park investigation

Nita Settina, Maryland Park Service Superintendent, speaks at an 2017 event in Dorchester County.

State government

Maryland state park superintendent fired amid turmoil, toxic culture at Gunpowder Falls

Nita Settina, Maryland Park Service Superintendent, speaks at an 2017 event in Dorchester County.

State government

Maryland state park employees complained for years about a toxic culture. They say little changed.

Dean Hughes, shown at a 2016 event, began working in the park system in 2009 and became assistant park manager at Gunpowder Falls State Park in 2015. He recently left the agency amid questions about his conduct.

Baltimore County

Controversial assistant manager at Gunpowder Falls State Park is ‘no longer employed with DNR’

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Community voices
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Opinion: Baltimore County schools can find better disciplinary solutions than student removal
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Opinion: Archaeologists stand against digging that exploits, destroys Maryland sites
A meal to linger over will be the theme for Thursday's Thanksgiving dinner family gathering dinner party based around the turkey.
Opinion: Memories, personal gratitude define Thanksgiving, but Americans must confront painful history
Thanksgiving finds its meaning in the celebration of memories and family and community bonds, our Community Voices contributors say. The holiday commemoration also has become a time to reckon with some of America’s most painful history.

Columnist Leslie Gray Streeter

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2022 Baltimore Banner/VSN Top 15 Polls: Week 14
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Dunbar quarterback Devin Roche runs down the sidelines as Calvert's Jason Murphy gives chase during Saturday's Class 2A/1A state football semifinal. Roche finished with 154 yards and three touchdowns as the fourth-ranked Poets remained undefeated with a 46-7 victory over the Cavaliers from Calvert County to advance to Saturday's state final at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium.
Dunbar football cruises back to Annapolis
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Milford Mill's Sean Williams bursts through a hole in the Franklin defense for a nice gain.
Countdown to high school football: Week 14
Milford Mill, Dunbar and Arundel ready for championship breakthrough in season’s final weekend
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The Banner Planner

Want to know what is happening in Charm City? Welcome to The Banner Planner, a comprehensive list of virtual and in-person events happening in and around Baltimore.
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Construction on the Maryland State House in Annapolis began in 1772 and it's the oldest state capital building in the nation still in continuous legislative use. The building's dome is undergoing a rehabilitation project.

Public health

Lawmakers hear of millions potentially lost on state health care contract, and a plan for a new contract

Housing

With renters squeezed by high prices, Maryland cities consider rent stabilization

In Port Covington, Baltimore, MD, construction contines throughout the 235-acre complex, November 2, 2022.

Growth and development

Port Covington has a new name: Baltimore Peninsula

(left) Betty Davis, takes a portrait in front of her family home in Allendale, Baltimore, MD, on November 10, 2022. (right) Maryanne Campanella, stands in front of her family home in Little Italy, Baltimore, MD, on November 10, 2022. Campanella's family has occupied this home for more than 100 years.

Community issues

For some Baltimoreans a deep connection to their childhood homes

The casket rests next to the stream in Wyman Park.

WYPR content

What’s With The Abandoned Coffin Of Mathilda Lorenz?

Miranda Nordell owner, Head Dreamer at Dreamers & Make-Believers and Sam Bolenbaugh, Head Make-Believer at Dreamers & Make-Believers poses for a portrait inside of their store, Dreamers and Make-Believers, Friday, November 11, 2022.

Books

Highlandtown’s new bookstore wants to amplify underrepresented voices in comics

Creatives in Residence
Joshua Harris, VP of Maryland’s chapter of the NAACP, speaks at a press conference at War Memorial Plaza on 10/6/22 to encourage voters to vote no on Question K in the upcoming general election. The question would determine whether or not term limits are imposed on a number of elected positions in the city.
Don’t go to the voting booth uninformed on Election Day
Snake Hill’s brick and mortar though I’ve tried their food at festivals and popups around Baltimore. The restaurant specializes in craft sausage with options for everyone, including vegans.
Charm City Table: Good eats in Highlandtown
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Is InstaGratification hurting us in the age of social media?
Too many people believe success lives and dies by social media validation. We need to show our youths that success isn’t about instant gratification.

Baltimore Curated

The Northern Central Railroad Trail is a converted railbed that covers 19.7 miles in Maryland.

Things to do

Happy trails: Rediscovering my favorite runs in the Baltimore area — and beyond

Cookhouse – Espresso Martini

Food and drink

A Baltimore transplant’s restaurant discoveries

A variety of hanging plants including a cebu blue photos in the green house at green neighbor.

Lifestyle

A plant lover’s favorite plant stores and personalities

Food and drink

Six Baltimore cheesesteaks that are better than almost anything in Philly

The sun shines through the trees after a rainstorm in the Loch Raven watershed.

Arts and culture

The scents of Baltimore conjure strong memories. Here are one reporter’s favorites.

Pagoda-style Observatory in Patterson park in spring, Baltimore, USA

Creatives in Residence

The best places for Instagram photos in Baltimore

Education
Dr. Kim Schatzel has been president of Towson University since January 2016.
Towson University president takes new job as leader of University of Louisville
Malaysia McGinnis, seventh grade science teacher, demonstrates an assignment for the class at Cherry Hill Elementary and Middle school.
UMBC preps future educators for vacancies in Baltimore city schools
Baltimore City Public Schools’ School Choice Fair returns as in-person event Saturday
The fair will help students and families make more informed decisions when choosing a middle and high school.
Arts & Culture
Where to watch the U.S.-Netherlands World Cup match in Baltimore
Photo Gallery: The 51st Annual Monument Lighting
‘I am who I am because of my city’: Pinky Cole to bring Slutty Vegan location to Baltimore
Rumors have circulated since earlier this year that Slutty Vegan would be coming to Baltimore.
Criminal justice
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Baltimore judge reprimanded for political contributions, failing to cooperate with disciplinary authorities
Baltimore Police respond to the corner of Shirley Ave. and Park Heights Ave. after multiple people were shot Wednesday, 8/24/22.
Baltimore Police detective strikes plea agreement in assault, misconduct case
Former Baltimore Mayor Kurt Schmoke applauds approval of marijuana legalization in Maryland but urges caution on implementation of drug law reforms.
Commentary: Schmoke still backs marijuana legalization but urges caution
Former Baltimore Mayor Kurt Schmoke recalls the ”scorn, derision and dismissiveness” he encountered when he argued in favor of the decriminalization of marijuana and other drugs in the 1980s. He now applauds the public and political shift to his point of view, but advises caution as drug laws are reformed.

Real estate

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