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March 5, 2018

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Judge says removing officers' names from Maryland court database was a mistake

Monday, Mar 5

An “honest mistake” caused the names of police officers to vanish from Maryland’s public online database of court cases, a retired judge behind the change said Monday.

Baltimore County school leaders say convicted official had no influence over school system contracts

Baltimore County school officials said Monday they don’t believe their contracting with outside businesses was compromised despite the conviction of a high ranking school system employee, who pleaded guilty to bribery-related charges.

Photo of girl staring in awe at Michelle Obama portrait goes viral, resonates with Baltimore artist

The photo, which was taken by fellow portrait admirer Ben Hines at the National Portrait Gallery, has sparked emotional reactions and conversations about representation in the art world and beyond.

Why do Cal Ripken Jr., Ray Lewis, the late Tom Clancy struggle to sell their posh homes?

Cal Ripken's 24-acre spread in Baltimore County lingered on the market for so long, he decided to auction it off. Ray Lewis and the late Tom Clancy similarly haven't been able to sell their high-end homes either. Such properties often are too idiosyncratic, and too expensive, realtors say.

Johns Hopkins University pushing bill to create its own police force in Baltimore

The Johns Hopkins University is pushing legislation in Annapolis that would authorize it to create its own police force in Baltimore.

Pastor: Fire that ravaged historic East Baltimore church 'didn't burn our faith'

Pastor Marshall Lee Barnes has barely eaten or slept since the moment he first smelled smoke at his East Baltimore church, the historic Grace Memorial Baptist Church, Sunday morning.

Absinthe is having a moment in Baltimore. Here's what to know about the mythical green spirit

At Baltimore cocktail bars like Rye and the Bluebird Cocktail Room, absinthe is becoming a popular topic of discussion. Here's a rundown of what's true and what's myth about the green spirit.

Judge to decide fate of man charged with killing Phylicia Barnes at his third trial

An “honest mistake” caused the names of police officers to vanish from Maryland’s public online database of court cases, a retired judge behind the change said Monday.

Here's why 'The Shape of Water' was set in Baltimore (and yes, they 'screwed up with the accents')

In his Oscars winner, Guillermo del Toro was paying tribute to the films of Barry Levinson. And yes, he knows that "we screwed up with the accents."

Preston: Ravens should be aggressive in trying to land receiver Jarvis Landry

If the Ravens can get Jarvis Landry for a fourth- or even third-round selection and a four-year contract worth from $50 million to $52 million then the Ravens should sign him.