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If you are a fan of racquet sports, then do not "lob" over these local courts. For tennis, racquetball and squash competition, it is hard to find "fault" here.
Do you want to read books by some of the best authors in Maryland? They include Madison Smartt Bell, Jessica Anya Blau, Taylor Branch, Tom Clancy, Larry Doyle, Dan Fesperman, Stephen Hunter, Laura Lippman, Jen Michalski, Nora Roberts, Natalie Standiford, Anne Tyler and Elissa Brent Weissman.
Where can you go where everyone knows your name? Good question, perhaps these local dive bars will give you reason to return.
If you are looking to land an office job or learn certain skills to negotiate a promotion, it might be time to enroll in a computer class. Even in a healthy economy, training in computers and software is invaluable to employers of nearly every field, easily putting you ahead of the competition. This knowledge becomes something to take with you on your professional path. Start with Baltimore's best classes for all of your computer needs.
Even though Baltimore is located south of the Mason-Dixon Line, its drivers are not exempted from dealing with hazardous winter driving conditions. With an annual seasonal average of more than 20 inches of snow, the area is subject to freezing rain, sleet and a combination of precipitation that present challenging and dangerous winter driving hazards.
Dress up the whole family and prepare for a night, or afternoon, on the town this New Year's Eve. The Baltimore area hosts several safe, alcohol-free alternatives for parents and kids who want to have fun while celebrating the countdown to 2013. These are the best family friendly parties for you and yours this New Year's Eve.
From Indie rock to the Caribbean's colorful sounds, Baltimore's music scene has escalated with quite an extensive variety of emerging musical acts. With the sounds of Nirvana-inspired classics and popular music infused with a modern element, Baltimore's newest bands have set the pace for 2012 as the year of an eclectic daze. Take a moment to reflect on these great bands that hopped on the music radar this year.
Oftentimes, the New Year provides a time of reflection. Many find themselves analyzing past mistakes while also mulling over ideas for personal enhancement. Instead of spending your days creating the lengthy, unrealistic resolution lists, reflect on how you're going to make this New Year's Eve memorable at the best parties in Baltimore.
This was a year of saying goodbye to a few of Baltimore's restaurants, and welcoming dozens of new venues. From a white linen-style restaurant spin-0ff to cocktails along Hampden's 36th Street, Baltimore's foodies are delighted with this year's crop of eateries. These, the area's best new restaurants, opened to rave reviews in 2012.
Live music, food, drinks and one of the best fireworks shows in the nation are coming to Baltimore yet again for the New Year's Eve Spectacular. Expected to take over the entire Inner Harbor amphitheater area, the Baltimore New Year's Eve Spectacular will feature a full fireworks show that will take off at midnight on the dot. Enjoy the main event with live music from local bands while you're waiting for the fireworks, which will start around 9 p.m. Whether you spend this New Years in your home or venture out into the city, you'll be able to view a sky covered with neon lights during this free fireworks show. Don't fret over parking fees or hotel accommodations, as this guide will help you set up a great night before the New Year.
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With the holidays moving into full swing, Baltimore's mixologists are celebrating with cocktails. They use flavors of the season, including sweet apple ciders and nutmeg. Classics like eggnog and brandy crusta are updated with contemporary twists to surprise and delight customers. Head out to the bars or make these at home for the perfect flavors of the holidays this year.
Baltimore is home to some of the most talented artists in the country, making every holiday a great excuse to shop local. If you're seeking original, inimitable and priceless gifts that will touch any heart, add these Baltimore artists to the top of your shopping list. These are the city's best artists to buy from this holiday season.
There's something about the holidays that inspires even the least crafty holiday observers. Don't worry if you can't crochet snowmen or build your own tree stand, these four local designers shared their best seasonal craft ideas to make your house look like a professional took hold. From simple printables to painted crab shell ornaments, these crafts help create happy holidays with options even appropriate for kids.
Muslim leaders from across America gathered in Baltimore for the Islamic Circle of America conference, and they condemned the Islamophobic hate they believe fueled a deadly attack on a mosque in California last week.
Several ceremonies in the Baltimore area commemorated Memorial Day and honored those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country.
The Sykesville Police Department said it took thieves about 30 minutes to steal two catalytic converters from parked cars, while also attempting to steal another one.
More wet weather will move through the state on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Nasire Best, the 21-year-old gunman who was killed after allegedly shooting at the U.S. Secret Service outside of the White House on Saturday.
Marylanders are reacting to the United States and Israel's military strike on Iran.
The Ravens said they "clearly made an error" and won't appeal the ruling.
A Howard County Police officer responded to a call last weekend that really got his goat.
Chilly night ahead with some frost possible west of I-95. Warmer weather returns this weekend.
Storm threat continues Thursday with high heat added to the mix too during the afternoon.
Karin De Francis, the owner of Maryland’s Paws Up Veterinary, talks about affordable pet care.
Summer camp programs at River Valley Ranch in Maryland.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and NAMI Metropolitan Baltimore is busy helping to improve the lives of individuals living with mental health conditions, their families, and communities. We’re joined today by Executive Director Kerry Graves to learn about the nonprofit and its upcoming events that are designed to connect people to resources, reduce stigma around mental illness, and give individuals and families a clear place to start.
Baltimore’s Sagamore Spirit Distillery talks history and what’s new.
The owner of Tiny Brick Oven in Baltimore’s Federal Hill shares how its business was saved by a Christmas miracle.
Colton Cowser hit a two-run game-winning homer in the 13th inning — his second walk-off shot in as many days — to give the Baltimore Orioles a 9-7 win over the AL East-leading Tampa Bay Rays on Monday.
Dillon Dingler hit a two-run homer in the first inning, Troy Melton and two relievers combined on a three-hitter and the Detroit Tigers stopped an eight-game losing streak by beating the Baltimore Orioles 4-1 Sunday in a doubleheader nightcap.
Colton Cowser hit a three-run homer off Kenley Jansen with two outs in the ninth inning, and the Baltimore Orioles beat Detroit 5-3 in a day-night doubleheader opener Sunday that extended the Tigers' losing streak to eight.
The Tampa Bay Rays used a four-run eighth inning to complete a sweep of the Baltimore Orioles with a 5-3 win on Wednesday.
Yandy Díaz went 2 for 3 with a home run and an RBI double, Griffin Jax allowed one run and had six strikeouts in five innings, and Tampa Bay beat the Baltimore Orioles 4-1 on Tuesday night for the Rays' third consecutive win.
A federal district judge granted Kilmar Abrego Garcia's motion to dismiss two criminal charges on the grounds his prosecution was vindictive and selective.
Tulsi Gabbard is resigning as the director of national intelligence after her husband was diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer.
The $1.776 billion fund, which is part of the agreement to settle Trump's lawsuit against the IRS and Treasury Dept., is to be used to compensate those who claim that the government weaponized the legal system against them.
The operator of the Dali, a container ship that lost power and slammed into Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge in 2024, killing six people, is facing federal charges.
President Trump said earlier this week he was reviewing the possible reduction of troops in Germany, which hosts more than 35,000 U.S. service members.
Nearly 200 families were expected to shop at the 10th annual Christmas Store, hosted by the University of Maryland, Baltimore, and The Foundry Church on Friday.
After a loved one became a victim of sexual assault, a Maryland family is on a mission to prevent it among teens.
Over 400 future star chefs took over Baltimore on Saturday for a National Culinary Cook-off.
Chopped Broadway Bodega & Deli is making its mark as the first Black- and women-owned bodega in Fells Point, bringing the unmistakable flavors of a classic New York bodega to Baltimore.
'I Believe in Me Girls' held its fifth annual workshop on Saturday to empower young women while introducing them to a variety of career opportunities in the creative industry.
Senator Kagan said this bill will limit what she calls "bait and switch" and price gouging.
The Maryland Department of Emergency Management increased the State Activation Level from Normal to Partial on Friday morning in response to a Microsoft outage that has paralyzed systems worldwide.
Neighbors in one west Baltimore neighborhood are figuring out what to do for groceries, due to the Giant Food location in Edmondson Village closing next month.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is asking to move marijuana to Schedule III, alongside ketamine and some anabolic steroids
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette will stay open after it was sold to a nonprofit.
New flights to both U.S. and Caribbean destinations are coming to BWI in 2026.
After three decades of serving customers on the Baltimore waterfront, The Cheesecake Factory is closing its Inner Harbor location.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
The Baltimore Tech Hub, one of 31 federal "Tech Hubs" designated last year, was skipped for a cut of $504 million in the first round of funding for the program.
Two New Jersey residents were potentially exposed to a person infected with hantavirus, according to health officials.
Staff at Sinai Hospital's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit say they are seeing double as they care for five sets of twins at once.
A proposed bill in Maryland could make it easier for diners to spot unhealthy menu items before they order.
Mixed nuts from Ohio-based Mellace Family Brands sold at some Wegmans stores could be tainted with Salmonella, FDA warns.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
"The Late Show" host Stephen Colbert is marking the end of an iconic late-night franchise on CBS.
Bobby J. Brown's breakout role was as a police officer on HBO's "The Wire." He appeared in 12 episodes across four seasons.
Bad Bunny took the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else performed at Super Bowl 60.
Music's biggest night returned Sunday with the 68th annual Grammy Awards. Here is how to watch and stream and what to know.
James Ransone, the actor who played Ziggy Sobotka in the HBO series "The Wire" and appeared in many other TV shows and movies, has died.
Mild temperatures this week, with more rain chances in Maryland
Warmer temps, but more rain in Maryland this week
The wet weather pattern that developed late last week will continue across Maryland on Memorial Day.
More wet weather will move through the state on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Rain to continue in Maryland on Memorial Day
Muslim leaders in Baltimore rally to condemn deadly mosque attack
Baltimore County neighbors upset after trees suddenly cut down
Mild temperatures this week, with more rain chances in Maryland
Sykesville police looking for suspect who stole catalytic converters
Warmer temps, but more rain in Maryland this week