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A four-day workweek in Maryland? Some lawmakers are pushing a pilot program

A four-day workweek in Maryland? Some lawmakers are pushing a pilot program

Qualifying employers would not be allowed to cut employees’ pay or benefits

By Alissa Zhu●

February 4, 2023

Perspective: Small businesses can attract, retain employees despite labor shortages

Perspective: Small businesses can attract, retain employees despite labor shortages

Small businesses can find ways to attract and retain employees despite a tight labor market and economic uncertainties, an entrepreur and owner of a Maryland small businees says.

By Ellen Platt●

February 3, 2023

Two Baltimore companies on list of possible FTX creditors

Two Baltimore companies on list of possible FTX creditors

One owns a small bank where Sam Bankman-Fried, founder of the crypto exchange, stashed almost $50 million

By Brenna Smith●

February 2, 2023

What’s the deal with egg prices?

What’s the deal with egg prices?

Bird flu and increased demand are driving prices higher — and bring some restaurants to their breaking point.

By Abby Zimmardi and Hallie Miller●

February 2, 2023

Two luxury homes in Baltimore area, ultra-modern home in Westminster up for sale

Two luxury homes in Baltimore area, ultra-modern home in Westminster up for sale

There’s a waterfront condo, a beautifully updated Cape Cod-style home and a modern smart home.

By Jason Freeman●

January 28, 2023

Maryland lawmakers turn attention to framework for cannabis market

Maryland lawmakers turn attention to framework for cannabis market

Legislators seem committed to fostering equitable access to the emerging legal market.

By Greg Morton●

January 25, 2023

How to find a lost pet? Science, patience and fried chicken

How to find a lost pet? Science, patience and fried chicken

It’s a dilemma that pet owners dread: When your companion animal escapes, how do you bring them home safely?

By Julie Scharper●

January 23, 2023

What you can buy for $650K in Howard County

What you can buy for $650K in Howard County

There’s a mid-century modern home, an updated townhome for modern living and a charming split level home with multiple decks.

By Jason Freeman●

January 22, 2023

Family, friends remember Otis Warren Jr., first Black developer of a downtown Baltimore office building

Family, friends remember Otis Warren Jr., first Black developer of a downtown Baltimore office building

The Otis Warren Group constructed an 11-story office building downtown during a time when the real estate profession shut out people of color.

By Penelope Blackwell●

January 20, 2023

A dead humpback whale washed up onto Assateague Island. Experts wonder why.

A dead humpback whale washed up onto Assateague Island. Experts wonder why.

The body of a 33-foot-long humpback whale washed up at Assateague National Seashore this week. It’s the 10th dead whale to be found along the coasts of the mid-Atlantic over recent weeks. The whale was likely struck by a boat, a NOAA spokeswoman said.

By Julie Scharper●

January 18, 2023

Remember ‘The City That Reads’? What story does Baltimore want to tell with its city slogans?

Remember ‘The City That Reads’? What story does Baltimore want to tell with its city slogans?

Slogans have become a part of Baltimore’s constant struggle to earn respect. And they’ve often proven short-lived.

By Clara Longo de Freitas●

January 17, 2023

Big dreams in a Navy danger zone: Why a painter decided to buy an aging lighthouse

Big dreams in a Navy danger zone: Why a painter decided to buy an aging lighthouse

When the federal government auctioned the 120-year-old Chesapeake Bay lighthouse last year, a surprise bidding war broke out. The price jumped from $15,000 to $38,000. Then $189,000. Who bought the Hooper Island Light?

By Tim Prudente●

January 15, 2023

3 unique homes for sale around Deep Creek Lake

3 unique homes for sale around Deep Creek Lake

Deep Creek Lake offers both winter and summer activities, making it an attractive place to live or vacation.

By Jason Freeman●

January 14, 2023

Can this developer bring crowds back to Inner Harbor?

Can this developer bring crowds back to Inner Harbor?

Longtime Baltimore resident wants to transform site of the Inner Harbor shopping and dining pavilions in a way that spurs revitalization and is accessible to all city residents.

By John-John Williams IV●

January 11, 2023

10 most expensive homes sold in Baltimore County the week of Jan. 2

10 most expensive homes sold in Baltimore County the week of Jan. 2

A house in Baldwin that sold for $1.3 million tops the list of the most expensive real estate sales in Baltimore County in the last week.

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