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Bria thee Journalist
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LA girl in Baltimore | Award-winning journalist |
Business Reporter @thebaltimorebanner.com
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By @briaovers.bsky.social and @jasminevaughnhall.bsky.social: ‘We keep waiting.’ The long struggle of the Superblock’s dwindling business district. (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)
‘We keep waiting.’ The long struggle of the Superblock’s dwindling business district
Businesses have come and gone, but those that stayed said they feel disillusioned by the politicians — seven mayors and counting — and developers who have made promise after promise about what the are...
www.thebanner.com
November 5, 2025 at 1:47 PM
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bykowicz.bsky.social
It's starting to occur to state lawmakers that utility customers aren't super keen on paying for all these data centers that are straining the grid, via @briaovers.bsky.social @thebaltimorebanner.com
www.thebanner.com/economy/pjm-...
Maryland officials sound alarm on data centers’ $100B power grid suck
The rapid rise of data centers is hitting the region’s power grid. Maryland lawmakers are concerned that utility ratepayers will pay the $100 billion price for them.
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October 23, 2025 at 8:40 PM
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bykowicz.bsky.social
Maryland is hungry for data centers. @thebaltimorebanner.com took a trip to Virginia's Data Center Alley to see what we'd have in store. via @briaovers.bsky.social
www.thebanner.com/economy/data...
Massive data centers invaded Virginia — and Maryland wants to be next
Virginia’s rapid accumulation of nearly 600 data centers now feels like a warning for some Marylanders, as businesses and local governments look to attract the giant facilities.
www.thebanner.com
October 16, 2025 at 10:27 PM
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codyboteler.bsky.social
can't say I'm a fan of this potential!
Important, deep reporting by @briaovers.bsky.social
Massive data centers invaded Virginia — and Maryland wants to be next
Virginia’s rapid accumulation of nearly 600 data centers now feels like a warning for some Marylanders, as businesses and local governments look to attract the giant facilities.
www.thebanner.com
October 16, 2025 at 3:39 PM
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dylansegelbaum.bsky.social
Massive data centers invaded Virginia — and Maryland wants to be next, @briaovers.bsky.social reports. (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)
Massive data centers invaded Virginia — and Maryland wants to be next
Virginia’s rapid accumulation of nearly 600 data centers now feels like a warning for some Marylanders, as businesses and local governments look to attract the giant facilities.
www.thebanner.com
October 16, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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elliew0lfe.bsky.social
EXCLUSIVE: The University of Baltimore turned 100 years old this year. It is also facing a structural deficit, 50% less enrollment in 10 years, and is cutting positions.

“Our ability to generate revenue is under duress," the CFO told me. Read:

www.thebaltimorebanner.com/education/un...
After a century, the University of Baltimore is struggling
Over the last 10 years, the University of Baltimore’s enrollment has dropped, its faculty has halved, leaving its deficit swollen amid state cuts.
www.thebaltimorebanner.com
June 25, 2025 at 9:14 PM
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Your BGE bill is set to go up again June 1. The Maryland Public Service Commission has ordered BGE to flatten those bills ahead of costly summer months, reports @briaovers.bsky.social www.thebaltimorebanner.com/economy/bge-...
As BGE bills are about to rise again, utility commission demands a delay
The Maryland Public Service Commission is ordering Baltimore Gas and Electric to mitigate the effects of an impending supply-side rate increase by shifting cost recovery to less expensive times of yea...
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May 30, 2025 at 4:39 PM
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jessicagallagher.bsky.social
At 11, she’s turned heartbreak into hope on the National Spelling Bee stage

Read the story by @kris10griffith.bsky.social on the @thebaltimorebanner.com ---> tinyurl.com/2rj9mrb5
At 11, she’s turned heartbreak into hope on the National Spelling Bee stage
This week, Amelia “Bindi” Ray will take the national stage as the youngest Maryland competitor in the Scripps National Spelling Bee.
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May 27, 2025 at 11:59 AM
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mayaklora.bsky.social
Getting a master's degree is hard. Kayla Case managed to study for her second while teaching part-time, pursuing the prestigious teacher's National Board certification and raising two toddlers. Oh: and she was also in chemo for Stage 3 cancer. www.thebaltimorebanner.com/education/hi...
Her final assignment before graduation? Beating Stage 3 cancer
Anne Arundel County teacher Kayla Case earned her second master’s degree after battling Hodgkin’s lymphoma.
www.thebaltimorebanner.com
May 23, 2025 at 1:49 PM
briaovers.bsky.social
Hey #Baltimore! The Baltimore Banner is hosting a pop-up newsroom at Lexington Market on May 28th.

Several reporters and editors will be there, myself included. Stop by to learn more about The Banner's local journalism and tell us about stories you think we should tell.
May 22, 2025 at 2:47 PM
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bykowicz.bsky.social
Plentiful "recession core" TikTok content suggests Americans are nervous about the economy. @briaovers.bsky.social talked to local businesses and groups about how Baltimoreans can live more frugally without giving up their lifestyle. @thebaltimorebanner.com www.thebaltimorebanner.com/economy/rece...
How to do ‘recession core’ — the Baltimore way
Americans are preparing for an economic downturn — a trend that’s evident on “recession core” social media.
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May 20, 2025 at 5:35 PM
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elliew0lfe.bsky.social
BREAKING: The University of Maryland, Baltimore will lay off employees and institute salary reductions amid a deficit of over $30 million. Read about what the president has called a “clear and present danger” exclusively in The Baltimore Banner:
www.thebaltimorebanner.com/education/hi...
UMB will lay off employees, reduce salaries amid budget crisis
University of Maryland, Baltimore President Bruce Jarrell warned of a "clear and present danger" in relation to layoffs.
www.thebaltimorebanner.com
May 12, 2025 at 11:45 PM
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govwesmoore.bsky.social
The President and Elon Musk’s cuts to AmeriCorps aren’t just disheartening – they’re outrageous. These cuts won’t just harm Marylanders who have raised their hand to serve, they will disrupt the trajectory of our state.
www.thebaltimorebanner.com/economy/ripp...
May 9, 2025 at 7:28 PM
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dylansegelbaum.bsky.social
By @briaovers.bsky.social: Maryland nonprofits and volunteers ‘devastated’ after AmeriCorps abruptly ends service. (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)
Maryland nonprofits and volunteers ‘devastated’ after AmeriCorps cuts
The Trump administration’s dismantling of AmericCorps leaves volunteers without work and Maryland community programs in a lurch.
www.thebaltimorebanner.com
May 2, 2025 at 2:33 PM
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bykowicz.bsky.social
Last week @briaovers.bsky.social at @thebaltimorebanner.com reported on what this could mean for the Social Security Administration, based in Woodlawn.
www.thebaltimorebanner.com/economy/soci...
April 28, 2025 at 5:47 PM
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invisibae.bsky.social
And another one from @tramonlucas.bsky.social!

Brian Waters was a wrestling superfan. His passion and resolve made him the perfect producer for @theringer.com.web.brid.gy's wrestling podcasts.

Read about Brian and his family!

www.thebaltimorebanner.com/culture/life...
It’s WrestleMania week, and this Baltimore wrestling fan is living out his dream
It's WrestleMania Week for WWE fans, but Brian H. Waters isn't your typical wrestling fan. He's turned his hobby into his profession, living the dream he prayed for.
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April 18, 2025 at 2:38 PM
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invisibae.bsky.social
For WrestleMania weekend, we went where pro wrestling dreams begin.

A wrestling school tucked away in a Harford County strip mall has trained stars like WWE's Lita and Mickie James and AEW's Lio Rush and Action Andretti.

Read it 👇🏾

www.thebaltimorebanner.com/culture/life...
April 18, 2025 at 1:15 PM
briaovers.bsky.social
FOUND DOG ALERT! is this your pet?

Male dog was found on April 13 near St. Mary’s Park in Seton Hill in Baltimore. He’s wearing a green collar with a bow tie, no tags.

For more details about this pet or to contact the finder, click here:
petcolove.org/lost/pet/fou...
Found Dog Report | Petco Love Lost
Found Dog reported in Baltimore, MD
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April 13, 2025 at 3:05 PM
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New: Named after a turn of phrase from the governor, the Maryland Tough, Baltimore Strong Key Bridge Relief Fund raised $16 million. None of it went to help the victims’ families despite the Baltimore Community Foundation initially saying it would.

www.thebaltimorebanner.com/community/lo...
Families of Key Bridge victims shut out of $16M relief fund
A community foundation raised money for the Maryland Tough, Baltimore Strong fund under the explicit premise that Key Bridge victims’ families would see some of it.
www.thebaltimorebanner.com
April 9, 2025 at 11:32 AM
briaovers.bsky.social
Looking to speak with folks who are or were considering purchasing a new or used car in the Baltimore metro area.

Do these new tariffs give you pause or worry? Or are you unconcerned? I'd love to hear your thoughts!

Email me: bria.overs@thebaltimorebanner.com
#journorequest
March 28, 2025 at 3:22 PM
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bykowicz.bsky.social
Great read by @briaovers.bsky.social
March 18, 2025 at 3:01 PM
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Let’s connect. @thebaltimorebanner.com
March 24, 2025 at 9:40 PM
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invisibae.bsky.social
@lizbowie.bsky.social & I had a wonderful conversation about 'Transit nightmare' today on @middayonwypr.bsky.social.

We have been overwhelmed by how many people have shared their experiences on transit since our story came out.

Hope you'll listen!

www.wypr.org/show/midday/...
Kids are ready for school, but what time will they get there?
A recent investigation by The Baltimore Banner found that thousands of Baltimore City students rely on public transportation to get to school but their transit options are often unreliable.
www.wypr.org
February 28, 2025 at 12:18 AM
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bykowicz.bsky.social
Social Security's Office of Civil Rights and Equal Opportunity no longer exists. The latest from @briaovers.bsky.social
www.thebaltimorebanner.com/economy/soci...
Social Security Administration closes offices, cutting nearly 200 employees
The moves come after the Elon Musk-led Department of Government Efficiency, known as DOGE, entered Social Security last week.
www.thebaltimorebanner.com
February 25, 2025 at 10:24 PM
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Maryland delegation condemns DOGE at Social Security rally in Woodlawn

Story on @thebaltimorebanner.com by @briaovers.bsky.social here --> tinyurl.com/y8n96y59
February 11, 2025 at 5:23 PM