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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.

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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.
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April 9, 2025 at 11:32 AM
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Hunt Valley-based Diamond Comic Distributors, one-time a Goliath in the comic book space, has been acquired. From @abbyzimmardi.bsky.social: www.thebaltimorebanner.com/economy/alli...
March 25, 2025 at 5:38 PM
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Baltimore's 10-year population loss streak is over, according to Census data.

The city grew (veeeery slightly) for the first time since 2014.

@abbyzimmardi.bsky.social & I spoke to experts about what this means for the city, its residents and its future.

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Baltimore gained population for the first time in a decade, new data shows
Baltimore City gained population for the first time since 2014, census data released Thursday shows.
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March 13, 2025 at 12:25 PM
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Fort McHenry marks anniversary amid uncertainty and protests over Trump cuts, @abbyzimmardi.bsky.social reports. (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)
Fort McHenry marks anniversary amid uncertainty and protests over Trump cuts
As Fort McHenry celebrated its 100th anniversary of being a national park, visitors and workers felt the effects of a reduced staff due to DOGE’s cuts.
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March 2, 2025 at 4:26 PM
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Howard County woman convicted of killing newborn gets new trial after improper evidence. (w/ @abbyzimmardi.bsky.social) (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)
Howard County woman convicted of killing newborn gets new trial after improper evidence
The Maryland Supreme Court ruled that Moira Akers’ internet searches about abortion earlier in her pregnancy were irrelevant, and a judge should not have allowed the jury to hear that information.
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February 20, 2025 at 11:57 PM
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A man died in jail in a health crisis. Howard County settled with his family for $1.25M, @abbyzimmardi.bsky.social reports. (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)
A man died in jail in a health crisis. Howard County settled with his family for $1.25M.
Over nearly two weeks, Richard Hall wasted away at a Howard County detention center under the eyes of staff. The county settled with Hall’s family for $1.25 million.
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February 20, 2025 at 2:24 PM
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NEW INVESTIGATION 🚍:

Baltimore City is the only district in the state that doesn't offer most students a yellow bus ride after elementary school.

When that policy collided with school choice, it turned getting to class on time into a nightmare.

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Transit nightmare: Thousands of Baltimore kids can’t get to school on time
Unreliable public transportation turns school choice into a false promise.
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February 18, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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The loss of the beloved Benjamin was felt across Baltimore. By @abbyzimmardi.bsky.social

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Benjamin, Baltimore’s beloved hardware store cat, dies
Benjamin Moore, the soft and gentle cat who greeted new and old customers at the Waverly Ace Hardware store, died this week.
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February 13, 2025 at 3:59 PM
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By @abbyzimmardi.bsky.social: Benjamin, Baltimore’s beloved hardware store cat, dies. (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)
Benjamin, Baltimore’s beloved hardware store cat, dies
Benjamin Moore, the soft and gentle cat who greeted new and old customers at the Waverly Ace Hardware store, died this week.
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February 13, 2025 at 5:24 PM
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📢Baltimore-based federal workers! The Baltimore Banner wants to hear from you!

Get in touch via email or use this form to tell us your experiences & thoughts on mandatory return-to-office policies, buyout offers & drastic changes to agencies’ priorities.
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Federal workers, how have Trump’s policies changed your job or agency?
From the end of remote work to the recent buyout offers, how has your life been affected? Share your story.
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February 3, 2025 at 5:20 PM
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Howard County's three state senators are urging Gov. Wes Moore to appoint immigration attorney Alicia Altamirano, public policy expert Michele Douglas and state labor official Daniel Newberger to fill the open seats on the Howard Community College board.
Senators move to fill vacancies on depleted Howard Community College board
Howard County senators are recommending three individuals to Howard Community College’s Board of Trustees, which will likely have to confront questions about the tenure of its controversial president,...
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January 22, 2025 at 3:44 PM
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Gas leak in Anne Arundel County shuts down access to Mayo Peninsula
Gas leak in Anne Arundel County shuts down access to Mayo Peninsula
Baltimore Gas and Electric is currently repairing an underground gas leak that is shutting down access to the Mayo Peninsula in Anne Arundel County.
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January 18, 2025 at 2:33 AM
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Piecing together Luigi Mangione’s lost year

Good reporting and story by @juliemore19.bsky.social and @abbyzimmardi.bsky.social at the @thebaltimorebanner.com

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Piecing together Luigi Mangione’s lost year
Earlier this year, Luigi Mangione disengaged. His mother filed a missing person’s report and friends pleaded with him to return their messages.
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December 10, 2024 at 6:37 PM
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NEW: Massive day ahead for parents and educators in Maryland as the state prepares to release rankings and star ratings for every public school in the state.

@kris10griffith.bsky.social & I on what we'll be watching for when ratings are released.

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Maryland schools get new ratings today. Here’s what to know.
How many stars did your school earn this year? The answer is coming later today.
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December 3, 2024 at 1:30 PM
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In Howard County, Thelma and Louise weren't outlaws—they were turkeys. And their love triangle with a tom named Sergeant? Pure drama 🦃 www.thebaltimorebanner.com/howard-count...
Thelma and Louise: A tale of love, death and ruffled feathers in Howard County
Lots of us are eating turkeys on Thanksgiving. The story of Thelma and Louise, rescue turkeys at Burleigh Manor Animal Sanctuary in Howard County, might make you reconsider.
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November 28, 2024 at 2:35 PM
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Months after members of Howard Community College's Board of Trustees abruptly resigned, county state senators want to increase the board from seven to nine members. With @brennasmith.bsky.social

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Howard Community College president digs in as senators seek to expand board
The county’s three senators plan to introduce their bill when the General Assembly convenes in January.
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November 26, 2024 at 6:28 PM
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This story legit has it all. Including SO many Legos.
November 25, 2024 at 2:22 PM
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By @abbyzimmardi.bsky.social: ‘He is a legend’: Elementary school surprises longtime custodian by renaming gym and cafeteria. (via @thebaltimorebanner.com)
‘He is a legend’: Elementary school surprises custodian by renaming gym and cafeteria
The principal of Lothian Elementary School in Anne Arundel County surprised the chief custodian with news that school leaders had voted unanimously to rename the gym and the cafeteria after him for hi...
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November 22, 2024 at 11:55 PM
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Love this. 51 years of service, and they honor him by renaming the gym and cafeteria after him.

The incredible Mr. Watkins wasn't just the custodian. He was so much more to this school community. Fantastic work by my colleague @abbyzimmardi.bsky.social
‘He is a legend’: Elementary school surprises custodian by renaming gym and cafeteria
The principal of Lothian Elementary School in Anne Arundel County surprised the chief custodian with news that school leaders had voted unanimously to rename the gym and the cafeteria after him for…
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November 22, 2024 at 11:57 PM
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Some good news to end the week: Lothian Elementary School staff and students surprised their custodian of 51 years by renaming the gym and cafeteria after him.

“He is a legend,” the principal said.

For @thebaltimorebanner.com with @jphotoj.bsky.social:

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‘He is a legend’: Elementary school surprises custodian by renaming gym and cafeteria
The principal of Lothian Elementary School in Anne Arundel County surprised the chief custodian with news that school leaders had voted unanimously to rename the gym and the cafeteria after him for hi...
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November 22, 2024 at 9:32 PM
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Here's an absolutely sweet story to end your week:

Lothian Elementary School students and teachers honored custodian Louis Watkins for his 51 years (!) of service by naming the cafeteria/gym for him.

From ✍️ @abbyzimmardi.bsky.social & 📸Jerry Jackson:

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‘He is a legend’: Elementary school surprises custodian by renaming gym and cafeteria
The principal of Lothian Elementary School in Anne Arundel County surprised the chief custodian with news that school leaders had voted unanimously to rename the gym and the cafeteria after him for hi...
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November 22, 2024 at 9:09 PM
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Will Howard County students face stricter cellphone rules come January? The school board wants more time before making a final decision.
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Howard County school board delays vote on cellphone crackdown
Howard County school board members said Thursday they wanted to hold a public hearing and hear from their policy committee group before enacting sweeping restrictions on students’ cellphone use.
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November 22, 2024 at 4:42 PM