Forgotten cemetery forces Maryland church to reckon with its history of slavery
In the 1700s, the Jesuits founded a church and a plantation in Bowie, Maryland, where they kept enslaved people.
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In the 1700s, the Jesuits founded a church and a plantation in Bowie, Maryland, where they kept enslaved people.
The B&O Railroad Museum will be hosting a talk food-tasting event geared toward celebrating the culinary journey of Henry "Box" Brown this Saturday, according to museum staff.
Gov. Larry Hogan announced on Saturday that 2022 would be known as "The Year of Harriet Tubman" in Maryland in honor of the 200th anniversary of her birth.
Wednesday marks the 100th birthday of the late author, Alex Haley. Haley died at the age of 70 on February 10, 1992, in Seattle but part of his work from his popular story about family history stemmed from Maryland.
Leadership with the Walters Art Museum published findings Monday about its founders' support for Confederate causes.
When leaders of Baltimore's historic Memorial Episcopal Church learned of its surprising ties to slavery, they voted to remove the plaques honoring its founders. But it didn't stop there; they're committing $500,000 in reparations over the next five years.
An 8-foot (2.4 meters) tall whipping post was removed from a Delaware county courthouse square Wednesday after activists said the post was a reminder of racial discrimination.
Delaware officials are set to remove a whipping post that was historically used to hold people as they were publicly lashed for committing crimes.
Across the nation and in Maryland, countless Americans celebrated Juneteenth Friday, the 155th anniversary of the end of slavery in the United States.
The school said its Hallowed Ground Project is designed to educate students about the largely-forgotten history of enslaved people who once lived on what is now its campus.
Tuesday marked the 170th anniversary of Harriet Tubman's self-liberation from her enslavement on the Eastern Shore.
A heartwarming image of a little girl reaching out to touch the hand of Harriet Tubman in a Maryland mural has gone viral.
St. John's United Methodist celebrated the big milestone Sunday with a special celebration service, with pastors and parishioners from the past as well as elected leaders.
Officials said that while student referendums help express student perspectives, they "do not create university policy and are not binding on the university."
Georgetown University students are considering a fee benefiting the descendants of enslaved people sold to pay off the school's debts.
The family of the chief justice who presided over the Supreme Court 160 years ago apologized to the family of a slave who sued for his freedom.
The Smithsonian's Anacostia Community Museum is opening a new exhibit exploring the struggles and achievements of one slave family in Maryland before and after the Civil War.
Maryland is celebrating the 150th anniversary marking the end of slavery in the state, a milestone that came after the Emancipation Proclamation.
Media advisers from the United States and around the world are heading to Nigeria to help find nearly 300 schoolgirls abducted by a terrorist group.
All aboard on a trip through black history. Penn Station celebrates contributions to the railroad from former workers.
Several months before the U.S. Civil War, Maryland and three other states voted for a constitutional amendment protecting their rights to allow slavery. This year lawmakers could rescind that vote.
In 2007, the Annapolis City Council passed a bill apologizing for slavery. The legislation also called for a time of education in the last week of October.
Crews are installing two large artifacts inside the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture while it's still under construction on the National Mall.
New research has found that the red sandstone for one of the oldest buildings on the National Mall, the Smithsonian Castle, was quarried by slaves.
President Trump said he "could" ask the leader of El Salvador to return Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who the federal government has admitted was mistakenly deported last month.
Residents and business owners in a Baltimore neighborhood said new late-night parking restrictions could drive away customers in the popular nightlife area.
The New York Yankees hit four home runs in the first inning and rolled to a 15-3 win over the Baltimore Orioles on Tuesday at Camden Yards.
Chance for late storm chances this evening with more opportunities for rain coming later in the week
The Trump administration has warned that Roca, an intensive anti-violence program, is at risk of losing grants through the Department of Justice.
A Harford County pastor is facing several charges after investigators say he stole more than $100,000 from his church.
A Maryland woman's video of a large snake slithering on the beach in Ocean City is giving a lot of people the creeps.
Baltimore City is now enforcing a parking restriction along Broadway and Thames between 10 p.m. and 3 a.m. on weekends.
The Trump administration has warned that Roca, an intensive anti-violence program, is at risk of losing grants through the Department of Justice.
President Trump said he "could" ask the leader of El Salvador to return Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who the federal government has admitted was mistakenly deported last month.
Mayor Scott and the city of Baltimore have reached a $45 million litigation settlement against CVS for their role in driving what the city called the worst opioid epidemic in the nation, the mayor's office announced Friday.
The Maryland Judiciary closed all courts to the public Friday, except for emergencies, due to a Microsoft outage that has crippled systems worldwide. The outage has also impacted other systems across the state.
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.
A Maryland board approved $148.3 million in state spending reductions on Wednesday to balance the budget while directing more money to pay for child care and Medicaid — two priorities that Democratic Gov. Wes Moore's administration hopes will help improve a stagnant state economy.
The mother of a Baltimore man who died in police custody after being sedated by medics wants to know whether the actions of first responders caused his death.
Alexus is at the National Aquarium, learning about their opportunities to encounter, understand, and connect with the natural world through their Summer Explorer's Program.
Realtors Lauren Thomas, Naya Patterson, and Tamara Nims discuss fluctuating interest rates, current home prices, and things buyers and sellers should be on the lookout for in today's market.
Marty Bass was at Morgan State University to meet up with Dr. Jorim Reid. "Doc" Reid is in charge of one of America's most famous marching bands the "Morgan Magnificent Marching Machine! " Numbering almost 200 students, the MMM has performed in the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade, the D-Day commemoration in France last year, and has performed on the lawn of the White House. Just those three events, alone, would put any college marching band in rare air. But now with an invitation to the "Tournament of Roses Parade" on New Year's Day, another jewel goes into their storied crown. For more info on helping these students get that West Coast trip done, visit www.Morgan.edu/Band
Kira Voit and Natalie Ferguson share why this year's race is so special for participants and the legacy as well as how to register and sign up for the race.
Local franchisee owner Heather McGarity shares some of Rita’s new Cola Italian Ice and their Twisted Cola Blender drink available at your nearest Rita’s location.
The New York Yankees hit four home runs in the first inning and rolled to a 15-3 win over the Baltimore Orioles on Tuesday at Camden Yards.
Ryan O'Hearn hit a three-run home run off Will Warren and the Baltimore Orioles held on for a 4-3 victory over the New York Yankees on Monday night.
Whichever team drafted Marshall linebacker Mike Green was going to face questions about his off-field history.
The Ravens drafted kicker Tyler Loop of Arizona in the sixth round of the NFL draft Saturday amid uncertainty about Justin Tucker's future.
The Baltimore Orioles' offense went hitless with runners in scoring position in their 7-0 loss to the Detroit Tigers on Sunday, and were swept in the three-game series.
President Trump said he "could" ask the leader of El Salvador to return Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who the federal government has admitted was mistakenly deported last month.
Congress honored an all-Black female military unit for its work sorting mail during World War II.
California and nearly two dozen other states are suing the Trump administration over drastic cuts to the AmeriCorps agency.
In the wake of the cancellations, Washington's Capital Pride Alliance has disassociated itself from the Kennedy Center.
President Trump called Kilmar Abrego Garcia's case "another men in women's sports thing for the Democrats."
'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.
Every Saturday morning inside St. John's United Methodist Church of Charles Village, AHF's Food for Health Pantry provides free groceries for the community.
Our Kids Read, a Maryland-based nonprofit opened a free children's bookstore in Dundalk to provide diverse reading selections and improve literacy rates in the Baltimore area.
A Baltimore County community is kicking off Black History Month by hosting a commemorative walk and paying a "tribute to the past".
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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 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.
The wildly popular chicken finger joint opened its doors Tuesday at the Snowden River Shopping Center.
The council passed the "Bring Your Own Bag Act" with a bipartisan vote in February.
Recalled supplemental shakes were distributed to hospitals and long-term care facilities nationwide, federal officials say.
Small slivers of smoke can still be seen from the fire at the Owl Metals Recycling Facility Friday afternoon.
A new Maryland Law, "So Everybody Can Move Act," requires the Maryland Medical Assistance Program and state commercial plans to cover prosthetics designed for physical activities, including running, biking or swimming.
Illnesses linked to slivered onions on McDonald's Quarter Pounder burgers expand to 14 states, federal officials say.
McDonald's has stopped selling the popular product in some states as an investigation into the cause of the bacteria continues.
A unique talent, Val Kilmer was praised as an acting chameleon who took on varied and challenging roles, and the results were often memorable.
Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay has fans excited as he films from inside a Harford County restaurant this week.
Angie Stone, a member of the all-female hip hop trio The Sequence, was killed early Saturday in a car crash. She was 63.
Brands paid millions to air their commercials during Super Bowl 2025. Here's what's behind the cost, and why advertisers say it's worth it.
Beyoncé is coming to your home on Christmas — provided you have Netflix and are tuning in to the Baltimore Ravens-Houston Texans game.
By Wednesday, a cold front will slide south of the Baltimore region, ushering in a drier and more comfortable air mass. Northerly winds will help keep humidity levels in check, with highs topping out in the low 80s across central Maryland. Overnight lows will dip into the upper 50s under mostly clear skies, offering a pleasant and cooler night.
More rain expected this week in Maryland
Chance for late storm chances this evening with more opportunities for rain coming later in the week
Warm, lower humidity Wednesday in Maryland
Storms possible in Maryland Tuesday night
By Wednesday, a cold front will slide south of the Baltimore region, ushering in a drier and more comfortable air mass. Northerly winds will help keep humidity levels in check, with highs topping out in the low 80s across central Maryland. Overnight lows will dip into the upper 50s under mostly clear skies, offering a pleasant and cooler night.
More rain expected this week in Maryland
Residents say Fells Point weekend parking restrictions will hurt businesses
Baltimore enforcing new weekend parking restrictions on main Fells Point roads
Warm, lower humidity Wednesday in Maryland