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Maryland Blue Ribbon distinction awarded to 3 Anne Arundel schools
"It was long in coming and well deserved," one principal said after her school earned...
Dollar General is sued by the FTC and 20 states for what’s being described as deceptive pricing
Lawsuit alleges charging customers more once they reach the register than prices displayed on shelves.
After Nobel Peace Prize rejection, Trump says ‘Norway sucks’ at rally
The Norway-based selection committee awarded the Nobel Peace Prize to former International Criminal Court judge...
Flood warning lingers in Four Corners as soaked towns face sewage-tainted waters. 1 death reported
Officials warn of possible water contamination with chemicals and raw sewage.
Florida reports dozens more cases of mosquito-transmitted dengue virus
Historic data on dengue outbreaks is limited. But available information from state health departments and...
Sen. Murkowski says DOJ ‘should never have filed’ Alaska election lawsuit
The Department of Justice asked a federal court last week to block the Alaska Senate...
Mamdani tells New Yorkers their rights when encountering ICE, sparks backlash
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani posted a video of himself on X on Friday,...
15-year-old arrested in Florida A&M shooting that wounded 11 after homecoming game
He’s charged with 11 counts of attempted second-degree murder.
Letter implicating Meghan Markle dad in alleged child porn was penned by ex-wife
The Philippine interior minister confirmed Sunday that Thomas Markle Sr., father of the Duchess of...
Six citizens sue Trump, say White House press ban affects news consumers
The new lawsuit differs from those cases because it was brought by members of the...
‘Picasso of Pumpkin Carvers’ brings artistry to a Halloween tradition
Mike Valladao has turned carving pumpkins into a joyful form of art.
A decade after Brock Turner’s conviction, Stanford professor sees familiar failures in Cornell case
Stanford law professor Michele Dauber discusses the Cornell sexual assault allegations and challenges her own...
Vatican confirms Pope Leo’s Latin America trip after post-surgery checkup
The Vatican confirmed Monday that doctors found no medical reasons preventing him from traveling.
How daylight saving time changes affect you and what you can do about it
Here’s what to know about the twice-yearly ritual.
Judge rules Trump’s Department of Justice unlawfully fired Maurene Comey
U.S. District Judge Jesse M. Furman rejected the government’s argument that Maurene Comey could be...
As the US and China form AI blocs, countries are increasingly torn between them
The U.S.-led Pax Silica is contending with China’s World AI Cooperation Organization.
Whatever the outcome of Israel’s election, its policies toward the Palestinians will largely endure
One legacy of Netanyahu is that armed settlers routinely defy the Israeli military.
Wicomico nursing home fight fuels calls for Maryland reforms
Her mother lives at the facility. Now Del. Sheree Sample-Hughes is pressing for stronger protections...
Walter Koenig, Ensign Chekov on original ‘Star Trek’ series, dies at 90
Koenig's role as Chekov showcased a future where rival nations worked together.
Netanyahu’s legacy is on the line as Israelis vote in the first elections since the Oct. 7 attack
Confounding his critics, he now finds himself in a tight race for reelection on Tuesday.
Arnold student honored for helping save accident victim on Route 50
Kelly Shields, a student studying nursing, received four citations for tending to a crash victim...
Caribbean seeks reparations and questions role of monarchy before King Charles III visits
The royals are coming, and the Caribbean wants to be heard.
She voted for Trump every time. Then came cancer and the bills
Mounting medical bills have made a Texan rethink her politics.
6 citizens sue Trump, saying media ban deprives them of news as audience stakeholders
“The ultimate injury here … is to the democratic public,” says the suit.
Trump heads to Mississippi as the two parties prepare for final sprint ahead of midterm Election Day
By BILL BARROW and SOPHIE BATES CORINTH, Miss. (AP) — President Donald Trump heads Monday...
Eric Bauza, voice of modern Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, dies at age 46
His family announced his sudden death on his Instagram account late Sunday.
Policy identify victim of fatal weekend shooting in Southwest Baltimore
Police have identified the woman who died after being shot in Southwest Baltimore's Mount Clare...
7News: Off-duty ICE agent pepper-sprayed during road rage incident in Montgomery County
Maryland State Police say pepper spray was used after one driver cut off another on...
Judge: Trump DOJ illegally fired ex-FBI director’s daughter, Maurene Comey, as a federal prosecutor
Judge noted she had consistently received stellar reviews.
Maryland’s $200M clean energy program won’t lower electric bills anytime soon
Maryland officials on Monday launched a $200 million clean energy auction to fund developers for...
Trump failed to stop inflation. Now Republicans may pay the price in the midterm elections
Consumer prices have risen faster than paychecks, making families poorer.
In his own words: Trump on gas prices and energy costs since launching the war with Iran
National average for regular gasoline is $4.29, up from $2.98 before the war.
Thousands of observers are expected to descend on polling places to monitor the vote on Election Day
Democrats and outside watchdogs are driven by concerns Trump will further interfere with the midterms.
Elvis Presley rights holders sue Anthropic over alleged use of 274 songs to train AI
The lawsuit against Anthropic, filed on Friday by Elvis Presley’s music rights holders, also alleges...
Thune scrambles to save his Senate majority as voters voice concern over the Iran war and gas prices
Democrats are hopeful that they can win the Senate.
Macron promises measures in response to French students’ demands after weeks of unrest
Students have been protesting rising living costs and poor school conditions.
Attackers kill nurse, severely injure health worker responding to Ebola case in eastern Congo
Assaults on health workers are hindering efforts to control the outbreak.
The SS United States is scheduled for sinking to become the world’s largest artificial reef
Vessel will be submerged about 22 nautical miles southwest of Destin, Florida.
Who’s on Air Force One? Trump’s midterms entourage includes strategists, aides and aging athletes
The president has logged about 70 hours in the air this month.
Baltimore man charged with kidnapping, stabbing 15-year-old girl
Abubakarr Barrie, a 23-year-old Baltimore resident, faces nine charges including attempted murder and kidnapping.
FOX45: Man arrested in connection to Baltimore mosque fire
Baltimore Police charged a man with arson after a fire engulfed a mosque on Harford...
9th Circuit questions DOJ demand to set aside 20,000 California mail ballots
Two of the three federal judges appeared skeptical of the DOJ lawsuit
More than 27 million have voted in midterm elections so far, figures show
As of Sunday, 27.7 million have voted early across the United States in 47 states,...
In a quiet Maryland election year, all eyes turn to Lower Shore district
With few competitive contests statewide, an internet gaming super PAC, the teachers union and both...
Trump goes off on Bill Maher in longest Truth Social rant he’s ever posted
Bill Maher reportedly said on his most-recent show that President Donald Trump “has the lowest...
Open enrollment begins: Avoid these 5 Medicare plan problems
Here’s how to handle them during open enrollment.
Gaza ceasefire has not stopped Israel from committing genocide, UN-commissioned experts say
Israel denies these allegations, called report a "misinformation campaign."
Anthropic files for potentially the biggest IPO ever as CEO warns of risk to humanity from AI
It could result in the largest IPO ever, eclipsing SpaceX.
Police arrest a 15-year-old in mass shooting near Florida A&M University
Tallahassee Police Chief Lawrence Revell said on Sunday that detectives arrested a 15-year-old. In consultation...
US stocks climb amid shaky trading in markets worldwide
Several economic indicators are expected to be released this week.
Baltimore homicides: View map, records of killings since 2007
View information on Baltimore homicides since 2007 as reported by the Baltimore Police Department, including...
FOX45: Obama urges Marylanders to vote yes on Question 3 in new ad
Former President Barack Obama is backing Maryland's Question 3 in a new TV ad, joining...
Appeals court raises doubt over Trump administration’s California ballot lawsuit
The Ninth Circuit of Appeals held an emergency teleconference hearing on Sunday after the Department...
FBI offers $10K reward in Baltimore mass shooting that paralyzed 3-year-old
The FBI is offering $10,000 for information leading to an arrest in an East Baltimore...
Lula’s win in Brazil bucks a regional shift to the right and denies Trump a powerful ally
Lula's reelection cements Brazil as a counterweight to Washington.
Nicki Minaj says she’d back Trump if he runs again, despite third-term ban
Rapper Nicki Minaj joined President Donald Trump onstage on Sunday at the Port Huron, Michigan,...
2 states, 2 abortion ballot measures, and the effort to win over Gen Z voters
For some young voters, abortion ranks behind more immediate economic concerns.
Monae Johnson questioned vote-counting machines. Running elections changed her mind.
People sometimes get involved in elections because they are skeptical of how they work.
Chris Brown avoids prison time for brawling at a London nightclub
He beat a music producer with a tequila bottle at a London nightclub three years...
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado returns from exile amid transition
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado announced her return to Venezuela on X, writing: “I...
Judge asked to compel Trump administration to disclose emails and texts about Kennedy Center plans
They've been withheld on claims that they contain privileged presidential communications.
Trump says we will ‘veto everything’ if Democrats win House or Senate
When pressed further on congressional gridlock if Democrats win Congress, President Donald Trump responded by...
‘Everyone’s concerned’: New Hampshire voters frustrated with costs, corruption
New Hampshire Democratic voter Tom Rousseau says "everybody's concerned about what's going on economically." In...
Kalshi leads prediction markets’ $3 million effort to fight off state regulations
State attorneys general are leading the regulatory fight against prediction markets.
Trump escalates anti-Muslim attacks against El-Sayed in Michigan, drawing Arab American rebuke
Trump portrayed El-Sayed as a threat to national security and questioned his loyalty.
Delegations meet in Iran with Mideast region on edge over potential for renewed fighting
The talks come as many in Iran are anxious about a possible return to all-out...
Saudi-led coalition says it destroyed Houthi missile facilities, and other Mideast news
The Houthis, meanwhile, claimed they struck Saudi-backed forces.
Baltimore weather: Frost advisory kicks off Halloween week of sunshine, mild temperatures
Halloween trick-or-treaters can expect temperatures in the 50s and mostly cloudy skies Saturday evening, with...
Baltimore’s 911 diversion plan faces questions over safety, funding
The unions question whether diverting some 911 calls from first responders will be successful.
‘Substitute teacher crisis’: BCPS struggles after dropping contractor
The district needs roughly 3,000 substitutes but has hired only about 1,000. Teachers, administrators and...
Maryland spends millions in taxpayer dollars on private lawyers but can’t say how much
Maryland still cannot say how much taxpayer money it spends on private lawyers, though an...
Lula wins record fourth term in Brazil in a shock comeback
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva came from behind to win Brazil’s runoff election, halting...
FOX45: Man shot outside Open Bible Church in Baltimore
A 25-year-old man was hospitalized after being shot outside Open Bible Church in Baltimore on...
Man shot inside Dundalk home early Sunday, police say
A man remains in stable condition after being shot in the neck and chin area...
Salisbury man charged with setting fire to his own home
A Salisbury man faces arson and animal cruelty charges after allegedly setting fire to his...
Armed robbery reported at Cedarcroft Walgreens Sunday morning
Baltimore Police say a man robbed the Cedarcroft Walgreens on York Road Sunday morning, taking...
Maryland members of Congress, elections officials targeted by suspicious letters
The powder was nontoxic and no one was hurt, but the FBI and postal inspectors...
Iranians fear a possible return to all-out war as US and Israeli elections approach
By AMIR-HUSSEIN RADJY CAIRO (AP) — Many Iranians are bracing for a return to all-out...
Before saying yes to the medical test, know the risks and benefits
A medical test will cost you time — and could mean a hefty medical bill.
Security guard shoots knife-wielding man dead at Towson restaurant
A fight at Towson's Crackpot Seafood Restaurant ended with an armed security guard shooting and...
Ukraine disputes Elon Musk’s claim that its military violated Starlink’s terms of service
By DEREK GATOPOULOS KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukrainian officials have disputed claims by SpaceX CEO...
The Latest: Brazil President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva wins reelection over Flávio Bolsonaro
By The Associated Press Leftist incumbent Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva defeated Sen. Flávio Bolsonaro,...
Baltimore weather: Sunny, warmer weather ahead this week
Patchy fog is forecast for early Sunday morning with sunny skies expected the rest of...
Baltimore dirt bike proposal draws support as nonprofits eye fewer restrictions
A new bill introduced to city council will allow nonprofits to operate without legal tape,...
$493M: Blueprint spending surges at high-poverty schools, but academic gains lag
Maryland's highest-poverty schools have not kept pace with statewide gains in English and math proficiency,...
Iran says messages are still being passed to the US amid war concerns, and other Mideast news
By The Associated Press Saudi Arabia reopened its main airport for international flights, more than...
New York’s archdiocese and survivors of clergy abuse agree to $800 million legal settlement
By JOHN HANNA The Archdiocese of New York and attorneys for about 1,300 parishioners who...
North Texas sinks Navy football | PHOTOS
The visiting North Texas Mean Green defeat the Navy Midshipmen, 49-39, in an NCAA football...
Baltimore man arrested in kidnapping, stabbing of 15-year-old girl
Baltimore Police arrested Abubakarr Barrie, 23, on attempted murder charges in connection with the Thursday...
Police: 2 women shot in Southwest Baltimore on Saturday
Two women were shot, one fatally, Saturday afternoon in the 300 block of South Gilmor...
Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center alerts patients of data breach
Johns Hopkins Bayview is notifying 3,182 patients after an employee uploaded personal health information to...
Baltimore District 4 residents hear updates on safety, housing from Conway
Baltimore Councilman Mark Conway updated his constituents on public safety initiatives, vacant housing and his...
Naval Academy Homecoming tailgate | PHOTOS
Navy football fans and U.S. Naval Academy alumni gather to tailgate at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial...
Iran remains open to talks with US under Pakistan-brokered deal, envoy says
By MUNIR AHMED ISLAMABAD (AP) — Iran remains open to talks with the U.S. under...
Bowie High School student arrested after reported knife-point robbery
A Bowie High School student was arrested after a reported robbery involving a knife in...
Halloween candy sales are off to a slow start amid high chocolate prices and affordability concerns
By DEE-ANN DURBIN Halloween candy sales are off to a slow start this year as...
Some US transit systems weigh whether to run trains without a human at the controls
By JEFF McMURRAY Even as automated vehicles such as robotaxis grow more prevalent in the...
Man killed by carjacked vehicle in Harford Road hit-and-run
A 24-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run on Harford Road in Baltimore. Police said...
Musk says he was behind Starlink speed restriction after service in Ukraine is restored
By SUSIE BLANN and ELISE MORTON KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukraine’s access to Starlink and...
