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October 24, 2018

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Killing of rapper Nick Breed compounds 'hopelessness' in Baltimore

Wednesday, Oct 24

Nick Breed's death sends a heartbreaking message to the youth of the neighborhood, said Lynn Forman, a Baltimore Ceasefire ambassador who lives in Edmondson Village.

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$1.6 billion Mega Millions winning ticket sold in South Carolina, report says, but there could be others, too

The winning numbers have been drawn for the record $1.6 billion Mega Millions lottery jackpot, and there's at least one winner — in South Carolina.

After a Halloween hiatus in 2017, Fells Point bars, restaurants plan to stay open at night for holiday this year

Restaurants and bars in the Baltimore neighborhood of Fells Point have decided to remain open this Halloween a year after shuttering their doors at night for the holiday.

Redmer touts fiscal sense, experience in bid to become first Republican Baltimore County executive in 24 years

Baltimore County executive Al Redmer Jr., a Republican, grew up in Perry Hall and has lived in the community much of his life. He was elected four times to the House of Delegates, has worked in private industry and is Maryland's Insurance Commissioner.

Democrat Olszewski says he has passion, skills to carry out his many plans for Baltimore County

Baltimore County executive candidate and Democrat Johnny Olszewski Jr. describes himself as a “public school kid” who was the first in his family to go to college. He obtained a doctoral degree, taught in public schools and is raising a family in his hometown.

Sun endorsement: Hogan for governor

The Baltimore Sun editorial board endorses Gov. Larry Hogan for re-election.

Seven games into the season, here are seven stats that explain the Ravens' start

As the Ravens try to reconcile perception with reality ahead of Sunday’s game against the Carolina Panthers, a deep dive into the numbers can shed some light.

Feds describe 'bullets sprayed, blood spilled' in 'Trained to Go' gang trial closing

Federal prosecutors say the men and others — as many as seven others — fell victim to a ruthless drug crew whose street name meant seasoned killers: “Trained to Go.”

Lead poisoning cases fell 19 percent in Baltimore last year, even as more children tested for exposure

The number of Baltimore children with lead poisoning fell 19 percent in 2017, even as the Maryland Department of the Environment reported more frequent testing for the neurotoxin. The number of Maryland children found to have elevated levels of lead in their blood meanwhile held steady.

After pointless performance, Matt Canada plans to get Maryland offense moving

Maryland interim coach Matt Canada plans to get his team's offense back on track when the Terps play Illinois on Saturday in College Park.

Weekend adventure: What to do on a fall getaway to Thurmont, Maryland

The small town offers a quaint fall getaway and is close to the nearby Catoctin Mountains, which are typically filled with colorful foliage.