7 Brew has purchased land across from Marley Station Mall in Glen Burnie and is tentatively planning a late‑2026 drive‑thru opening; public filings show additional Anne Arundel sites are proposed.

Baltimore's average regular gas price fell 11.4 cents last week to $3.99 per gallon, per GasBuddy data — but analysts warn the relief could be short‑lived.

A Baltimore Business Journal ranking shows Greater Baltimore credit unions grew deposits about 4% in 2025 to more than $13 billion, highlighting the fastest‑growing co‑ops in the region.

A new MIDC draft — the first annual report since 2017 — finds Israeli‑linked firms generated $315.1M and 987 jobs in Maryland in 2024. The numbers boost the state’s recruitment pitch to Israeli startups.

Harbor Freight opened a roughly 21,000‑square‑foot store at Robinson Crossing in Severna Park on April 7, replacing a former grocer and adding local jobs along Ritchie Highway.

Sprouts is moving into Middle River’s Costco Plaza, taking over the former Big Lots space. County and community leaders confirmed the lease but gave no opening date.

Pompeian opened a new high-speed production line at its Baltimore HQ after a nearly $10M investment, aiming to meet surging wholesale-club demand and boost local capacity.

Apple plans to close its unionized Towson Town Center store in June, affecting roughly 90 employees and adding to recent retail departures at the mall.

A beloved Fallston candy maker will close its Belair Road storefront after decades; owner Allison Borsella is hunting for a new location for the family recipes.

Vacancy in Baltimore's industrial market rose in Q1 2026 as new deliveries and softened demand push the sector toward a local correction.

Chill Axes, the Crofton axe‑throwing venue, will close on May 3 after five years in business. Owners thanked customers and encouraged final visits.

A settlement with Lindsay Auto, the FTC and Maryland's attorney general could make more than $75M available to buyers who paid above advertised prices. The state will receive a $3.1M civil penalty.

Baltimore Business Journal’s new ranking lists 172 manufacturers employing over 25,000 locals and spotlights sector strengths, state grants and hiring signals across the region.