Howard County Executive Calvin Ball announced progress on the $68 million New Cultural Center in Columbia, expected to feature theaters, arts education spaces, and 174 mixed-income housing units, with groundbreaking slated for 2025.

Howard County secured $5.8 million in federal funds for two affordable housing projects in Columbia, aiming to begin construction in the new year and complete by 2026.

Former Baltimore Mayor Martin O'Malley opposes the redevelopment of Harborplace, calling it a misuse of public land, while others support the project as a means for city revitalization.

UMB is constructing a new $120 million building for its School of Social Work, intended to be a net-zero emissions facility and a community hub for students, faculty, and local partners.

Baltimore County launches a facade improvement grant program on Liberty Road in partnership with a local organization to revitalize local business exteriors.

Baltimore's Park Heights neighborhood sees the opening of Woodland Gardens One, a new affordable housing complex with 63 units aimed at addressing the city's housing shortage.

Howard County invites proposals for the redevelopment of the vacant Hurst property on Route 1, fostering economic growth and community revitalization.

Baltimore Mayor Brandon M. Scott has announced the construction of a new headquarters for the Mayor's Office of Employment Development, set to open in early 2026 as part of the Reservoir Square redevelopment.

Baltimore County officials announced new legislation to penalize owners of vacant and deteriorating properties to promote community revitalization and increase housing options.

The Baltimore Community Foundation and Community Solutions invest $1 million in East Baltimore's Mayflower Apartments to provide affordable housing and combat homelessness, with a focus on veterans and those earning below median income.

Groundbreaking for Milford Mill Market Square begins in Baltimore County to address 'food deserts’ and improve food security, with fresh and affordable options anticipated by 2025.

Pimlico Race Course is closing on September 1, 2024, for renovations, with ownership transferred to Maryland and the 150th Preakness set for 2025 at the venue.

Baltimore County seeks applicants for a new steering committee aimed at forming a community benefit agreement to support infrastructure initiatives at the Port of Baltimore and Hart-Miller Island.