Maryland could bar landlords from screening some renters’ credit scores The bill would add to Maryland’s renter protections, but opponents say it could make housing more expensive.

Maryland bill could make credit scores less important for some renters

From $3.7M to $9.9M: Federal probe focuses on 42 Baltimore homes sold again and again Federal prosecutors have charged an attorney in connection to a 2021 real estate investment scheme that centers on 42 rowhomes in East Baltimore owned by a group of New York investors.

By Jack Bologna, Sahana Jayaraman and @halliemiller.bsky.social: From $3.7M to $9.9M: Federal probe focuses on 42 Baltimore homes sold again and again. (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)

A Baltimore family’s haven for six decades lost over an $888 tax bill The Harris family thought they had protected a family home from tax sale in Baltimore City, but an $888 unpaid tax bill sent the property to foreclosure.

A Baltimore family lost their home over $888 in unpaid property taxes and fines.
@halliemiller.bsky.social explains how this can happen, and often does.

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A Baltimore family’s haven for six decades lost over an $888 tax bill The Harris family thought they had protected a family home from tax sale in Baltimore City, but an $888 unpaid tax bill sent the property to foreclosure.

By @halliemiller.bsky.social: A Baltimore family’s home for six decades lost over an $888 tax bill. (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)

They are accused of squatting. Lawmakers want them in court sooner. It’s the fourth year a Maryland lawmaker has proposed a bill aimed at expediting a squatting complaint.

They are accused of squatting. Lawmakers want to speed up their day in court.

Save money on energy bills this winter with these 5 tips There are many no- and low-cost ways to spend less on your Maryland heating bill.

Save money on energy bills this winter with these 5 tips

Chasen Cos. accused of using inflated appraisals in real estate deals StanCorp Mortgage Investors LLC filed a lawsuit on Jan. 23 in U.S. District Court in Baltimore against Cushman & Wakefield and one of its appraisers, David Masters.

Chasen Cos. accused of using inflated appraisals in real estate deals. (w/ @halliemiller.bsky.social) (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)

Andy Harris out? How Maryland’s proposed new districts would have voted in 2024. A proposed new map of Maryland’s congressional districts would wipe out Republicans’ advantage in the one seat they hold, swinging the voter makeup from solidly red to solidly blue.

Just how much might a proposed Congressional map benefit Maryland Democrats? The 1st Cong. District (Rep. Andy Harris) would go from +17 Trump to +14 Kamala Harris under the proposed boundaries.

Analysis from @ajv.bsky.social with @halliemiller.bsky.social & me:
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In dramatic ruling, Baltimore judge sides with tenant in ‘junk fees’ case The case shows a “massive corporate entity taking advantage of an honest, hard-working individual,” the a Baltimore judge wrote.

In dramatic ruling, Baltimore judge sides with tenant in ‘junk fees’ case, @halliemiller.bsky.social reports. (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)

In a district of more than 156,000 students, just 56 families asked Montgomery County school leaders to excuse their children from reading books that conflict with their religious beliefs.

Many of the disputed titles had LGBTQ characters. Search the full list here: www.thebanner.com/education/k-...

How a Patterson Park zoning fight exposed a New York investor New York investor Benjamin Eidlisz made waves in Southeast Baltimore before myriad housing companies connected to him failed.

NEW: A heartening tale of neighbors asking questions -- something few officials or lenders had done with a New York investor who turned out to be a big problem for Baltimore.

Only in @thebaltimorebanner.com, by @halliemiller.bsky.social and Giacomo Bologna
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Gov. Wes Moore endorses three bills to address Maryland housing They three bills are a final chance for Moore to notch wins on an issue he has prioritized before voters decide this year whether to give him a second term.

Gov. Wes Moore endorses three bills to address Maryland housing

This Baltimore housing project is trying to prove Trump wrong on homelessness As the president tries to reshape the nation’s policy toward homelessness, a new 42-unit Baltimore project, Sojourner Place at Park, is symbolic of a different approach.

This Baltimore housing project is trying to prove Trump wrong on homelessness

Maryland property values are up 12%. Here’s what that means for your tax bill. Assessments rose more slowly this year after three years of big property value increases.

Maryland property values are up 12%. Here’s what that means for your tax bill.

Is ‘Section 8’ a slur? Baltimore County judge rules. Baltimore County Circuit Court Associate Judge Paul J. Hanley last week dismissed a defamation lawsuit brought by a developer.

Is ‘Section 8’ a slur? Baltimore County judge rules.

The ‘city that reads’ is reading — more A record number of volumes were borrowed from Baltimore’s library system last year.

The ‘City that Reads’ is reading — more, @halliemiller.bsky.social reports. (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)

These are Baltimore’s most-borrowed books of 2025 What exactly is the “City That Reads” reading? Pratt staff provided a list of the top 25 titles circulated within the last 12 months.

These are Baltimore’s most-borrowed books of 2025

The ‘city that reads’ is reading — more A record number of volumes were borrowed from Baltimore’s library system last year.

The ‘City that Reads’ is reading — more

NEW via @halliemiller.bsky.social

What Baltimore’s housing and zoning overhaul will — and won’t — do For those who haven’t been following the legislation closely (and even some who have), here’s what you need to know about the housing package.

What Baltimore’s housing and zoning overhaul will — and won’t — do

Kevin Plank exiting future development at Baltimore Peninsula Kevin Plank will no longer develop Baltimore Peninsula, after only about one-tenth of the projected square footage has been built.

Kevin Plank exiting future development at Baltimore Peninsula

Kevin Plank exiting future development at Baltimore Peninsula Kevin Plank will no longer develop Baltimore Peninsula, after only about one-tenth of the projected square footage has been built.

This is a big deal in Baltimore.
Breaking news via @halliemiller.bsky.social and Giacomo Bologna for @thebaltimorebanner.com
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Kevin Plank exiting future development at Baltimore Peninsula Kevin Plank will no longer develop Baltimore Peninsula, after only about one-tenth of the projected square footage has been built.

Kevin Plank exiting future development at Baltimore Peninsula

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Baltimore County residents squeezed by housing shortfall, report finds Baltimore County’s first housing needs assessment found a drastic deficit in homes and mounting affordability challenges.

Baltimore County residents squeezed by housing shortfall, report finds

Mount Vernon apartment building in Chasen Cos. portfolio condemned Baltimore authorities have issued an emergency notice to condemn and demolish a Mount Vernon apartment building in real estate developer Brandon Chasen’s portfolio.

Mount Vernon apartment building in Chasen Cos. portfolio condemned, @briaovers.bsky.social and @halliemiller.bsky.social report. (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)

Tensions boil over after Hopkins med students went weeks without hot water At least two court cases have been filed by residents, and city inspectors have issued five violation notices against the apartment building related to the hot water failure, online records show.

Tensions boil over after Hopkins med students went weeks without hot water

Tensions boil over after Hopkins med students went weeks without hot water At least two court cases have been filed by residents, and city inspectors have issued five violation notices against the apartment building related to the hot water failure, online records show.

By @halliemiller.bsky.social: Tensions boil over after Hopkins med students went weeks without hot water. (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)

Baltimore is striking fear into private lenders across the country When private lenders met in Las Vegas for their annual conference, almost everyone knew about the foreclosure crisis in Baltimore. Now, some industry leaders are calling for reforms.

Baltimore is striking fear into the hearts of private lenders across the country

Federal housing subsidies can save lives. They’re at risk of being cut anyway. A Bloomberg study found a new link between housing and health care.

The latest research affirms that housing saves lives and money. But federal subsidies are at risk of being cut anyway. (w/
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Baltimore might be entering its YIMBY era A suite of zoning changes is garnering steam in Baltimore City Council, despite impassioned pushback.

Baltimore City might be entering its YIMBY era, @halliemiller.bsky.social and @emilyopilo.bsky.social report. (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)