Hundreds in Baltimore ran the Amy Armstrong Pookie Trot, a 5K memorial event, supporting the fight against domestic violence and raising funds for the One Love Foundation.

Howard County's "HoCo Holiday Lights" initiative, spearheaded by Executive Calvin Ball, encourages residents to register their holiday light displays on an interactive map for public viewing.

A Maryland student, Mia Smothers, asked Pope Leo XIV a question about accepting God's mercy at a youth conference, receiving an answer on forgiveness and grace.

A bipartisan bill in Maryland aims to increase Baltimore County Council's oversight of Baltimore County Public Schools to address concerns of waste and fraud.

Anne Arundel Board of Education approves a redistricting plan, moving 750 students to new schools, with mixed reactions and impacts on bus routes and senior year options.

Howard County has launched a Little Free Library styled like the TARDIS from "Doctor Who," aiming to inspire readers by sharing books around the county.

Baltimore County teachers demanded the school board address problems with the new Oracle payroll system, which caused missed paychecks and incorrect deductions.

Former Howard County Executive Dr. Edward Cochran has died at 96. He was celebrated for his contributions to chemistry, education, and public service.

Baltimore's Mayor Scott is investigating mortgage fraud impacting homeowners. The probe targets out-of-state investors for potential Fair Housing Act violations.

After public backlash, Baltimore County Public Library reinstated 14 part-time librarians it had abruptly laid off, apologizing for the handling of the dismissals.

Johns Hopkins University announced free undergraduate tuition for families earning up to $200,000 and additional aid for those earning up to $100,000, funded by Michael Bloomberg's $1.8 billion gift.

The Hammond, a new affordable housing complex, and a branch of the Enoch Pratt Free Library opened in Baltimore's Johnston Square, marking a major community revitalization effort.

Oriole Park at Camden Yards hosts a blood drive with MedStar Health and the American Red Cross, targeting O+, O-, and B- blood types, with incentives like Orioles merchandise for donors.