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Maryland's strict gun laws could not prevent Capital Gazette shooting, spurring talk of changes

Monday, Jul 2

Though Maryland has some of the most restrictive gun laws in the country, none of them could have prevented the massacre of five people in the Annapolis Capital newsroom Thursday. The weapon police say was used, a pump-action rifle, isn't regulated by state law.

Capital Gazette victim Rob Hiaasen remembered as a writer with a deft and gentle touch

Rob Hiaasen, a feature writer and editor recalled for the deft and understanding touch he applied to his off-center stories, will be remembered Monday at a private memorial service.

Memorials grow for those lost at The Capital

At noon on Sunday, a steady stream of people stop by the memorials with flowers, handwritten notes, balloons and candles by the Annapolis office building where a mass shooting at The Capital left five dead.

Baltimore's Open Works launches commercial fabrication shop; aims for a manufacturing renaissance

Open Works maker space in East Baltimore is launching a commercial fabrication shop backed by Stanley Black & Decker that's expected to boost city manufacturing.

Heat advisory continues in Baltimore area Monday with more high temperatures expected

High temperatures are forecast for 98 degrees Monday in the Baltimore region.

Capital Gazette owner creates fund for shooting victims, families and scholarship for journalism students

A new fundraiser has been set up for those interested in donating to the families, victims and survivors of the mass shooting at The Annapolis Capital Gazette. A scholarship fund has also been set up for journalism students at the University of Maryland.

LeBron James gives Lakers the star power they have been lacking

LeBron James, the greatest active NBA player and possibly the greatest player ever, has agreed to join the Lakers in not only their most celebrated acquisition ever, but perhaps their most perfect.

Orioles' Kevin Gausman finally rewarded for progress with win over Angels

Orioles right-hander Kevin Gausman pitched eight strong innings and was finally rewarded for a quality start with a victory in the team's 8-2 win over the Los Angeles Angels.

Frederick Douglass Community Day in Annapolis celebrates abolitionist, African-American history

Frederick Douglass Community Day at the Banneker-Douglass Museum in Annapolis on Sunday celebrated the historic abolitionist’s legacy and his influence on Maryland and the rest of the country.

Man, 31, killed, another injured in Baltimore shootings Sunday

A 31-year-old man was killed and another man was critically injured in a pair of separate shootings in Baltimore Sunday, police said.