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February 16, 2018

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Jury awards more than $37M to family of Korryn Gaines in civil case against Baltimore County

Friday, Feb 16

A jury ruled that the first shot from the police officer who fired at Gaines, killing her after a six-hour standoff, was unreasonable. 

Russian indictment points to 'Blacktivist' account that was active in Maryland, tried to suppress minority votes

As part of its campaign to influence the 2016 presidential election, Russian-backed entities attempted to suppress voter turnout in minority communities — including through a social media account that was active in Baltimore — federal prosecutors said Friday.

13 Russians charged with elaborate plot to interfere in 2016 presidential election

Special counsel Robert Mueller has indicted 13 Russian nationals and three Russian entities for interfering in the 2016 U.S. presidential election.

FBI admits it failed to investigate specific tip on Florida shooting suspect

The FBI says it failed to investigate a report in that Nikolas Cruz could be plotting a school shooting.

Towson theater cancels 'Black Panther' opening night screenings, leaving moviegoers frustrated

After what was described as technical problems forced the cancellation of opening-night screenings of "Black Panther" at a Towson movie theater, scores of fans were left disappointed and angry.

ACLU, Hogan administration negotiating settlement over deleted Facebook comments

The case alleges the governor violated the civil rights of constituents by systematically deleting comments from his Facebook page.

Second Baltimore Metro shutdown planned for August, MTA says

Amid an emergency monthlong shutdown of Baltimore's Metro system, Maryland Transit Administration officials said a second closure to repair worn tracks is expected.

Robots are spreading through the workforce. Will they crowd out humans?

Robots could be your next employee — or your boss.

Orioles believe Andrew Cashner's experience can help young, inexperienced pitching staff grow.

Orioles players say Andrew Cashner will add an important veteran presence to the rotation that the club lacked.

Baltimore ax-throwing bar to open in April in Highlandtown

Urban Axes, a chain-bar concept involving patrons throwing axes at targets, is close to opening.Â