Baltimore's own Dru Hill headlines final 'Jazzy Summer Nights' performance

Baltimore's own Dru Hill headlines final 'Jazzy Summer Nights' performance JAZZY. SUMMER NIGHTS ENDS THIS THURSDAY WITH ITS SERIES FINALE, AND THEY’RE GOING OUT WITH A BIG PERFORMANCE AT CITY HALL. HERE WITH ME IS CURATOR LAUREN PHINNEY. LOOKING...

Baltimore police investigating viral video of reported assault in Federal Hill

BALTIMORE - Baltimore police say they’re aware of a viral video showing what they’re calling an assault in the city’s Federal Hill neighborhood. The department posted the video to X, showing a man who appears to be a bar bouncer putting another...

Maryland braces for federal resignations as shutdown looms

More than 150,000 federal employees could formally resign on Tuesday under the Trump administration’s Deferred Resignation Program — a move that analysts warn could deal a major blow to Maryland’s economy and services. Maryland is home to an...

Maryland fast-tracks power generation projects to boost energy supply

State officials are seeking developer proposals to build power generation stations under a new law fast-tracking such projects in an effort to rein in utility bills and help Maryland produce more of its own energy. The Maryland Public Service...

Maryland officials announce closure of Jessup prison, transfer of inmates, workers

State officials said Monday they will close the 44-year-old Maryland Correctional Institution at Jessup, citing the prohibitive cost of renovating the Anne Arundel County facility. This article was republished with permission from WTOP’s news...

Opinion: Marylanders Need Pro-Business Policies by Jamie McNealy

In today’s digital age, entrepreneurs often rely on online tools to make their mark. Amid recent Maryland tax hikes and new foreign tariffs, digital marketing is a critical way for small business owners to survive amidst economic uncertainty,...

New laws in Maryland on October 1st

Hundreds of new laws take effect in Maryland on Wednesday. All were passed by the General Assembly during its annual session that concluded in April, and were then signed by Governor Wes Moore. Below is a list of what is going into effect on...

Adrianne Mathis Announces Candidacy For Maryland House Of Delegates, District 29B

LEXINGTON PARK, Md. — Adrianne Mathis, a lifelong St. Mary’s County resident, retired educator and community advocate, on Wednesday, Sept. 24, officially filed and announced her candidacy for the Maryland House of Delegates in District 29B,...

These fast casual chains are expanding in Greater Baltimore

Chicken chains have been flocking to Greater Baltimore in recent years, but they're not the only fast casual restaurants looking to spread their wings in the region. Nearly 10 chains, with offerings ranging from coffee to Mediterranean to...

BGE relief fund provides $15 million in assistance to Maryland customers

Updated on: September 30, 2025 / 1:59 PM EDT / CBS Baltimore CBS News Live CBS News Baltimore Live Through its Customer Relief Fund, Baltimore Gas and Electric provided $15 million in financial assistance to customers in central Maryland this...

Spirit Christmas To Open In Waldorf — Maryland’s Only Location

Credit: Spirit Christmas WALDORF, Md. — Southern Maryland will host the state’s only Spirit Christmas location this season as the popular seasonal retailer transforms Spirit Halloween’s Waldorf shop at 3009 Waldorf Marketplace into a new holiday...

Nevis Tourism Authority Expands Northeast Travel Trade Engagement

The Nevis Tourism Authority is rolling out an ambitious schedule of travel advisor events and activations across the Northeast corridor this fall, deepening its commitment to the U.S. travel trade and reinforcing the island’s positioning as a...

Humberto, Imelda churn in Atlantic, raising rip current risks for Maryland coast

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — The outer bands of Hurricane Humberto lashed Bermuda on Tuesday as it approached the tiny British territory, with newly formed Hurricane Imelda following closely behind. A hurricane warning was in effect for the island...

Baltimore Sun Guild journalists face a gag order imposed by owner David Smith

Sinclair Broadcast Group, chaired by David D. Smith, made headlines earlier this month when the media conglomerate forbid the television stations it owns across the country from airing Jimmy Kimmel’s late night show following the remarks he made...

Ngafuan to Deliver Keynote at ALJA 13th Nat’l Convention in Maryland

Liberia’s Minister of Finance and Development Planning, Mr. Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan, has been announced as the Keynote Speaker at the 13th National Convention of the Association of Liberian Journalists in the Americas (ALJA). The gathering, which...

Baltimore County executive race in 2026: Who’s in, who’s out

The field of candidates vying to be the next Baltimore County executive is growing ahead of the 2026 primary election next June. Four Democrats, two Republicans and one independent candidate have voiced their intent to run for Baltimore County’s...

Black-owned floral businesses blossom with creativity and community care

By Tavon N. Thomasson AFRO Intern From Baltimore’s Fleurs d’Ave to Los Angeles’ Postal Petals, two Black-owned floral companies are proving flowers can do more than decorate–they also can inspire creativity, self-care and strengthen community...

Chase Bank confirms all 4,700 locations will close down for 24 hours in weeks

CHASE Bank has confirmed that all of its 4,700 branches will temporarily close for just 24 hours. It's happening in just a fortnight's time - in a move that will be applauded by U.S. President Donald Trump. 5 Chase Bank will close down for just 24...

Maryland trimming 500 state jobs through buyouts, eliminating vacancies

Maryland’s state government workforce is shrinking by 502 positions, as workers take buyouts and vacant positions are eliminated. It’s all part of cost-saving measures taken by Gov. Wes Moore and his administration — saving $27.4 million in the...

Meet the Maryland veterans forging new paths from service to small business success

By Andrea Stevens AFRO Staff Writer astevens@afro.com Across Maryland, Black-owned businesses founded by military veterans are building stronger communities through entrepreneurship, service and family legacy. From gourmet kitchens to...