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Prizes for you pictures. If you own a cell phone, chances are you have taken a selfie or two, but how about getting rewards for your pics?
From the Fort McHenry Guard to the stars and stripes, it will be a summer to remember at the birthplace of the star spangled banner.
In the summer of 1814 -- two years after Congress declared war against Great Britain -- the British moved rapidly up the Chesapeake Bay waterways, terrorizing port towns.
Girl Scouts, Little League baseball players and musicians including Phish and Train are joining a national sing-a-long on Saturday, which is Flag Day, to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the national anthem and the flag that inspired its lyrics.
USA Today calls it a must see exhibit, and it's ready to open right here at Baltimore's Reginald F. Lewis Museum.
American history comes to life in Baltimore this summer as we celebrate the 200th anniversary of our national anthem.
Three hundred and eighty years ago today, the first English colonists arrived in Maryland, which makes today Maryland Day.
The Smithsonian Institution is beginning a celebration of the 200th anniversary of the flag and song that became the national anthem with a new forever stamp from the U.S. Postal Service.
Monday, the United States marked an anniversary that originated right here in Baltimore: National Anthem Day.
The Star-Spangled Banner Flag House in Baltimore is opening a new exhibit about the creator of the flag that inspired the national anthem.
The original, handwritten manuscript of "The Star-Spangled Banner" and the flag that inspired the song's lyrics will be displayed together at the Smithsonian in Washington, the first time the historic pieces are believed to have been shown side by side.
The Maryland 1812 Commission has awarded $1.2 million in grants to projects across the state that will celebrate the 200th anniversary of the national anthem next year.
Maryland is already depicted in currency. Now on the state's own special holiday, Defenders' Day, one of its most historic sites is too.
Maryland Rep. Steny Hoyer is participating in a project to recreate the Star-Spangled Banner.
Volunteers are recreating the original Star-Spangled Banner. Also, we have cool cocktails to help you beat the summer heat.
It was 200 years ago this summer that a Baltimore flag-maker stitched the flag that inspired America's national anthem. Now, hundreds of people are helping to recreate the star-spangled banner.
Baltimore has a central role in America's history as the home of the Star Spangled Banner. Now--the flag flying over Fort McHenry during the Battle of Baltimore is being recreated.
Sewers in Maryland are set to begin recreating the flag that inspired the national anthem.
Francis Scott Key's handwritten lyrics for "The Star-Spangled Banner" are making an unusual visit to Key's final resting place in Frederick.
Dawn's early light and rockets' red glare seared a song into a man's heart in 1814 and moved his pen to create what became "The Star-Spangled Banner."
A company in eastern Pennsylvania is at work replicating the giant flag that inspired the U.S. national anthem.
Tara Lipinsky brings you some of the most interesting sports stories you may not have heard about in That Thing You Missed.
The Maryland General Assembly held a joint session in honor of the 100th Anniversary of the Women's Suffrage March from New York to Washington, D.C.
Frederick County's tourism chief says Francis Scott Key's handwritten lyrics for the "The Star-Spangled Banner" are coming to Frederick.
Officials will be announcing grants for two capital projects in Baltimore.
Baltimore police said Sunday they're investigation two shootings, including one fatality on Key Highway.
Wet weather may impact your plans, depending on the time you head out
Nick Yorke singled home Bryan Reynolds in the ninth inning to lift the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 3-2 victory over the Baltimore Orioles.
The Donate Life Family Fun Run was held on Saturday to celebrate organ, eye, and tissue donation and to benefit Infinite Legacy's outreach, education, and donor family aftercare.
Harford County Sheriff's Office is asking anyone with information to contact them after two men were shot in the Edgewood neighborhood on Friday night, leaving one dead.
An immigrant man residing in Maryland is recovering in the hospital after reportedly being attacked by ICE agents on Thursday.
A trial date has been scheduled for the Maryland man facing charges for sparking the massive Stricker Street fire, which killed three Baltimore firefighters in 2022.
The Donate Life Family Fun Run was held on Saturday to celebrate organ, eye, and tissue donation and to benefit Infinite Legacy's outreach, education, and donor family aftercare.
Harford County Sheriff's Office is asking anyone with information to contact them after two men were shot in the Edgewood neighborhood on Friday night, leaving one dead.
Baltimore police said Sunday they're investigation two shootings, including one fatality on Key Highway.
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.
Rhebs Candies in Baltimore is preparing for the Easter rush.
Sports and Social is hosting March Madness events at Live Casino in Maryland.
The Maryland Institute College of Art is now accepting applications for its 2026 Pre-College Summer Intensive Program. Designed for students ages 15–17, the program offers a college-level experience that supports creative growth, and preparation for undergraduate study in art and design.
The Maryland Center for History and Culture shows off its new exhibits.
Ladew Topiary Gardens in Maryland welcomes spring flowers and shows off its menu.
Nick Yorke singled home Bryan Reynolds in the ninth inning to lift the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 3-2 victory over the Baltimore Orioles.
The first game-ending call by a so-called robot umpire gave Albert Suárez his first major league save in nine years, ending the Baltimore Orioles' 8-3 win over the Texas Rangers on Wednesday.
The Ravens will play the Dallas Cowboys in Brazil in the third week, sources told our media partner, The Baltimore Banner.
Danny Jansen had three hits, including a three-run homer in the seventh inning that helped the Texas Rangers to an 8-5 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Tuesday night.
Jack Leiter struck out eight in six strong innings and Jake Burger drove in two runs to lead the Texas Rangers to a 5-2 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Monday night.
In an interview with CBS News' Ed O'Keefe, Moore said President Trump has yet to articulate what the U.S. is doing in Iran.
Homeland Security is pausing plans to buy new warehouses for immigrant detention as it reviews contracts signed under former secretary Kristi Noem.
Organizers estimated that at least 8 million people took part in more than 3,300 "No Kings" events worldwide.
President Trump said he will sign an executive order to restart pay for TSA officers, who have gone more than a month without a full paycheck.
A statue of Christopher Columbus been placed on the grounds of the Eisenhower Executive Office Building adjacent to the White House.
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
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.
Primanti Bros. on Tuesday announced plans to expand to the Baltimore region this spring.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Showers are in Maryland Easter Sunday ahead of a cooling trend.
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Poe Baltimore is preparing for their "Revolution & Remembrance Bus Tour."
Morgan State brings Caribbean folk tale to the stage with "Once on This Island."
Showers are in Maryland Easter Sunday ahead of a cooling trend.
An immigrant man residing in Maryland is recovering in the hospital following an incident in which ICE agents were accused of driving into his vehicle on Thursday.
The Harford County Sheriff's Office is asking anyone with information to contact them after two men were shot in the Edgewood neighborhood on Friday night, leaving one dead.