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This Hampden home lets the freak flags fly — and neighbors love it The Flag House in Hampden is becoming a community staple and inspiring local kids.

This Hampden home lets the freak flags fly — and neighbors love it

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The Baltimore brunch spots worth the wait — and where you should book early These are the restaurants where food social media influencer Chris Franzoni keeps coming back for brunch — and advises you book your reservations early.

The Baltimore brunch spots worth the wait — and where you should book early

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Staff shaken after ICE pursuit leads agents into Ovenbird Bakery in Highlandtown Federal immigration officers chased a man they were attempting to detain in Highlandtown into Ovenbird Bakery on Friday morning, leaving staff shaken from the encounter.

Staff shaken after ICE pursuit leads agents into Ovenbird Bakery in Highlandtown

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Hundreds wait hours as Record Store Day lines snake through Fells Point Hundreds of people lined the streets of Fells Point outside the Sound Garden on Saturday morning for Record Store Day, an annual celebration dedicated to independently owned sellers across the country.

Hundreds wait hours — some overnight — as Record Store Day lines snake through Fells Point

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Shooting inside Shell gas station in Columbia leaves employee wounded Howard County police are searching for a female suspect after an employee was shot and seriously injured inside a Columbia Shell gas station Friday night.

Shooting inside Shell gas station in Columbia leaves employee wounded as police seek female suspect

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For sale: Luxurious waterfront living in Bowleys Quarters Waterfront Bowley’s Quarters home features 7 bedrooms, modern kitchen, decks, boat lifts, and Chesapeake Bay access in Baltimore County.

For sale: Luxurious waterfront living in Bowleys Quarters

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Jet fuel supplies are lagging. What does that mean for airlines and travelers? A looming jet fuel shortage in Europe and Asia tied to the Iran war and a fragile deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could worsen global travel within weeks, driving higher airfares and potential flight...

Jet fuel supplies are lagging. What does that mean for airlines and travelers?

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ICE hiring spree under scrutiny as Maryland-based officer faces charges, AP reports An Associated Press probe found U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement hired poorly vetted officers in a rapid expansion tied to Donald Trump’s deportation push, including a Maryland-based officer...

ICE hiring spree under scrutiny as Maryland-based officer faces charges, AP reports

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How Under Armour tested the shoes a Boston Marathon favorite will be wearing Baltimore-based Under Armour is better known for sweat-wicking shirts than pavement-pounding shoes. But last year’s Boston Marathon winner Sharon Lokedi will lace up Under Armour shoes once again Mond...

NEW | Sharon Lokedi will seek to repeat as Boston Marathon champion Monday wearing shoes made by Under Armour.

Products, including those shoes, are designed and tested within the company’s 21st century Santa’s workshop for sneakerheads and fitness freaks.
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It's Record Store Day in Baltimore. Here's the scene outside The Sound Garden just before they opened at 9 a.m.

Video: Sara Ruberg/The Banner

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Why Baltimore’s waterfront doesn’t have railings Campaigns for increased safety measures around the Baltimore Inner Harbor have ebbed and flowed over the years, usually spurred by families who’ve lost loved ones.

Why Baltimore’s waterfront doesn’t have railings

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Why Baltimore’s waterfront doesn’t have railings Campaigns for increased safety measures around the Baltimore Inner Harbor have ebbed and flowed over the years, usually spurred by families who’ve lost loved ones.

Why Baltimore’s waterfront doesn’t have railings

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Buzzkill at BWI: 20,000 bees swarm baggage cart before workers step in The tarmac at Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport was buzzing on Friday morning after workers discovered about 20,000 bees resting on a baggage cart.

Buzzkill at BWI: 20,000 bees swarm baggage cart before workers step in

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What exactly did the Ravens' change in their new uniforms?

It's all in the details 👀

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Towson Town Center was a destination, but nearly 25% of its storefronts are now vacant Towson Town Center has been hemorrhaging high-profile tenants: Tiffany, Louis Vuitton, Banana Republic and now Apple. U.S. malls are in trouble, but Towson shoppers and retailers believe something mor...

With Apple leaving, is the Towson mall in a death spiral? Thorough, nuanced reporting by @briaovers.bsky.social and @rkobell.bsky.social, in @thebaltimorebanner.com
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BPD releases footage showing how the April police shooting in Upton unfolded The Baltimore Police Department released the officer-worn body-camera and street-camera footage of the events that led to the shooting of a 35-year-old man in Upton.

BPD releases footage showing how the April police shooting in Upton unfolded

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Towson Town Center has been hemorrhaging high-profile tenants: Tiffany, Louis Vuitton, Banana Republic and now Apple.

U.S. malls are in trouble, but Towson shoppers and retailers believe something more is at play. buff.ly/tCVvs8k

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Charles Village CVS temporarily shut down to address rodent infestation The CVS Pharmacy in Charles Village temporarily closed its doors in April to address a rodent infestation.

Charles Village CVS temporarily shut down due to rodent infestation

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Judge: Baltimore has shut down inspector general’s powers Baltimore’s law department has “cut off, foreclosed, shut down” Inspector General Isabel Mercedes Cumming’s ability to investigate waste, fraud and abuse, the judge overseeing a dispute over her...

Judge: Baltimore has ‘cut off, foreclosed, shut down’ inspector general’s powers

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Towson University dorm shooting occurred during attempted robbery Baltimore County Police say a person shot themselves during a robbery attempt in a Towson University dorm Thursday night. No one else was hurt, and a suspect was arrested.

Towson University dorm shooting occurred during attempted robbery

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Annapolis man accused of having 32 homemade explosives An Annapolis man was arrested and accused of manufacturing 32 explosive devices after an investigation into illegal hunting.

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DC Police lieutenant arrested in Maryland, charged with sexual solicitation of a minor A Washington, D.C., police lieutenant was arrested in Maryland and charged with sexual solicitation of a minor, according to the Harford County Sheriff’s Office.

DC Police lieutenant arrested in Maryland, charged with sexual solicitation of a minor

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Baltimore cops under investigation in San Francisco remain suspended with pay More than 6 months later, a group of Baltimore Police officers, including a district commander, remain suspended with pay as a criminal investigation in San Francisco continues.

Baltimore cops under investigation in San Francisco remain suspended, 6 months later

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Trump and Iranian foreign minister say Strait of Hormuz is fully open U.S. President Donald Trump and Iran’s foreign minister said Friday that the Strait of Hormuz is now fully open to commercial vessels.

Trump and Iranian foreign minister say Strait of Hormuz is fully open

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As utility rates rise, Prince George’s County officials step in to provide temporary relief Council member Wala Blegay is partnering with Community Impact, the nonprofit arm of the 2nd Episcopal District of The AME Church, to provide utility bill assistance.

As utility rates rise, Prince George’s County officials step in to provide temporary relief

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5 takeaways from Baltimore County Executive Kathy Klausmeier’s 2027 budget proposal Baltimore County’s proposed $5.0 billion budget for fiscal year 2027 includes a nearly 4% increase in spending and no new tax hikes.

No new taxes and other takeaways from the Baltimore County Executive’s 2027 budget

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Maryland moves to make AI deepfakes a crime after Baltimore County school scandal The 2024 incident at Pikesville High School showed the law hadn’t caught up with technology, one Maryland senator says.

Maryland moves to make AI deepfakes a crime after Baltimore County school scandal www.thebanner.com/education/k-...

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Shhh! A new Fells Point lounge wants to be Baltimore’s best-kept secret. In Baltimore, a city more known for its bars and watering holes than nightclubs, Wonderland wants to draw a crowd that relishes dressing up and letting loose to dance music.

Shhh! A new Fells Point lounge wants to be Baltimore’s best-kept secret.

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Towson Town Center was a destination, but nearly 25% of its storefronts are now vacant Towson Town Center has been hemorrhaging high-profile tenants: Tiffany, Louis Vuitton, Banana Republic and now Apple. U.S. malls are in trouble, but Towson shoppers and retailers believe something more...

Towson Town Center was a destination, but nearly 25% of its storefronts are now vacant

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