The Civil War Really Began In Baltimore
While most Americans believe the Civil War started with the bombardment of Fort Sumter on April 12, 1861, the first bloodshed of the Civil War happened one week later during the Pratt Street Riot in Baltimore.
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While most Americans believe the Civil War started with the bombardment of Fort Sumter on April 12, 1861, the first bloodshed of the Civil War happened one week later during the Pratt Street Riot in Baltimore.
Maryland has 157 municipalities and hundreds of neighborhoods and villages. Twenty-four towns and cities have been awarded the Maryland Main Street designation, a recognition designed to strengthen the economic potential of traditional main streets and neighborhoods. Two of these Main Streets – Easton and Frederick - are highlighted in this post.
If you are like me, usually I'm completely stumped when it comes to spots for mid-week dates. I can clearly remember the places that didn't go so well for mid-week, apparently. But after some consideration I decided to turn to dating pros for suggestions: married friends. It turns out it pays to ask the experts. From fine dining to casual coffee, here are the top three picks for mid- week dates in Baltimore City.
For Valentine's Day, Baltimore has many wonderful, romantic restaurants to tempt your palate and your sweetheart.
You just got an invitation to attend a friend's party and the dress code is formal so you're going to be dressed to the nines, getting your hair done and strapping on the heels. What about that perfect pout, those expressive eyes or your dewy complexion? Here's a little tip for party-perfect makeup every time: makeup counters. It's a little less expensive than hiring a makeup artist, you can learn new tricks and you end up with new products to enjoy all year long.
Elizabeth Hoeckel's mixed media collages are nothing short of captivating. In some cases, where there are women in bathing suits perched comfortably atop floorboards as the rest of the world is engulfed in a giant cloud of smoke and ash, it is breathtaking.
For most people, the cold winter weather means hunkering down by the fireplace and waiting out the low temperatures, but I think it's the best time of year to get out on the street and burn off some energy by running! Yeah, running in the winter! Many experts say when you exercise in cold temperatures you burn more calories because your body needs more energy to keep warm. That makes sense to me. Look around, people are doing it and if you are interested in joining them, here are some groups around Baltimore where all you have to do is show up and run, of course.
We all have a celebrity crush. Pick your dream date with Pick-A-Side.
When it's snowing or too cold to run around outside, what's a family to do? Lucky for us, Baltimore has plenty of indoor activity fun parks to keep us all full of fun and exercise.
Celebrities aren't always beautiful. Pick your nightmare date with Pick-A-Side.
Baltimore's own DDM is a rising rap headliner that has entertained hip hop lovers with his charming, gritty and lyrical raps.
A night out at a concert or an evening at the theater is one of the most enjoyable opportunities to take advantage of in Baltimore. Offering a large range of venues, from dirty punk clubs to the Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, and theaters from the IMAX to the historic Charles Theater, you'll never be at a loss for a cultured nightlife--no matter which culture you choose to indulge in. But staying awake for these events that can take you far into the night requires sustenance, and Baltimore has plenty of hot spots for chowing down pre-show. We rounded up our favorite locales for getting food en route to your theater of choice.
If your New Year's resolution includes learning a new skill or re-learning an old one, look no further than Baltimore Print Studios.
Julia Kim Smith is a conceptual artist dedicated to the exploration of political and social territory. Using performance, video, film, photography and printmaking as navigational systems, Julia's work is as thought provoking as it is minimalistic.
Western Maryland offers some of the most thrilling, unique winter recreation in the Mid- Atlantic region. In addition to skiing, snowboarding, ice skating and snowmobiling, try dogsledding, a horse-drawn sleigh ride, snow tubing or a ride on a Mountain Coaster.
Hundreds of people gathered in front of Baltimore City Hall on Saturday in opposition to the Venezuelan bombing that took place early that morning.
Baltimore police have launched their first homicide investigation of 2026 following a shooting that took place Saturday afternoon.
Scattered flurries are possible Saturday evening, into early Sunday morning.
Football fans are traveling from near and far to - hopefully - watch their team punch their ticket to the playoffs.
Baltimore County police have released the body camera footage from a December fatal officer-involved shooting that took place in Essex.
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.
Drought conditions in Maryland have improved after several rounds of wet weather in May.
Corporate Executive Chef Zuri Coles demonstrates how easy it is to eat healthy while dining out without sacrificing flavor or calories.
Spice Kitchen West African Grill is now open in Baltimore's Canton neighborhood.
Ring in 2026 at Rusty Scupper’s New Year’s Eve Extravaganza. Guests welcome to enjoy an elevated, all-inclusive celebration with premium dining, cocktails and fireworks.
The American Red Cross urges donors to make an appointment to give blood or platelets now to keep the blood supply steady over the busy holiday season.
Marty Bass is at Handcrafted Happy Hour in Clipper Mill to talk about the many arts and crafts you can do this winter.
Football fans are traveling from near and far to - hopefully - watch their team punch their ticket to the playoffs.
Mike Tomlin and John Harbaugh have spent nearly two decades staring across the sideline from each other. At some point, there's going to be a last time.
"A hundred percent," the star quarterback said. "I'm going to be out there."
Not only have the Midshipmen won three straight games, but they have everyone on board on Friday when they play Cincinnati.
Lamar Jackson's return to practice gave the Baltimore Ravens some additional hope for this weekend's showdown at Pittsburgh for the AFC North title.
After the U.S. carried out an attack inside Venezuela, Trump said Maduro was captured and flown out, and the U.S. would "run" Venezuela for now.
A court order suggests the Trump administration pushed to prosecute Kilmar Abrego Garcia only after he challenged his deportation, with one top DOJ official calling it a "top priority."
Kilmar Abrego Garcia — who was mistakenly deported to El Salvador in March — will remain free on supervised release until at least the end of the year.
Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum said the agency is pausing leases for five offshore wind farms "due to national security concerns."
A federal judge temporarily blocked a Trump administration policy that sought to require members of Congress to submit requests a week before visiting ICE detention facilities.
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
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.
Primanti Bros. on Tuesday announced plans to expand to the Baltimore region this spring.
CVS is closing dozens of pharmacies inside Target stores in 2024 as the store and other retail pharmacy chains face increasing difficulties.
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.
With open enrollment starting soon, employees could get sticker shock, with their costs expected to rise 6% to 7% for 2026, a new study says.
After WJZ shed light on a rat infestation plaguing one Towson community, Baltimore County officials say they are now taking action.
Recalled supplemental shakes were distributed to hospitals and long-term care facilities nationwide, federal officials say.
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.
Director Rob Reiner and wife, Michele, were found dead in their Los Angeles home, sources told CBS News, in what police called an apparent homicide.
President Trump is hosting the Kennedy Center Honors on Sunday after presenting medals to the 2025 Kennedy Center honorees during an Oval Office ceremony Saturday.
A Maryland ticket broker is accused of illegally purchasing and reselling hundreds of thousands of tickets for profit, including thousands to Taylor Swift's highly-sought Eras Tour.
Paramount Global and Skydance Media agreed to merge last year.
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WJZ-TV meteorologist Tim Williams has your latest weather forecast.
While no major weather impacts are expected, it won't be the prettiest weekend in Maryland.
Frigid temperatures, snow chances in Maryland
Hundreds of people gathered in front of Baltimore City Hall on Saturday in opposition to the Venezuelan bombing that took place early that morning.
Tips for paying off that holiday debt and managing your finances in 2026
It's common practice for people to make New Year's Resolutions. However, a poll from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) shows many Marylanders are opting out of the years-long tradition.
Football fans are traveling from near and far to - hopefully - watch their team punch their ticket to the playoffs.
Registration open for "Miles for Maryland" challenge