How the Yankees plan to dominate the AL again in 2026, according to Brian Cashman

The 2025 season didn't go according to plan for the New York Yankees. A mix of injuries, inconsistency, and underperforming stars left the franchise short of its championship standards. But if general manager Brian Cashman's recent comments are...

Clean energy programs in Maryland schools will get $36M funding boost

Gov. Wes Moore announced $36 million in new funding for local school districts in Maryland to expand clean energy systems and energy efficiency. The Maryland Energy Administration’s Decarbonizing Public Schools Program will help districts turn the...

Science Baltimore Sun Nanoparticles could be key to making better bioplastics

Strengthening materials made from soy proteins could offer better alternatives to petroleum-based plastics, according to researchers developing practical solutions to reduce plastic pollution. Marcus Foston, professor of energy, environmental, and...

Feds slash $550M in Colorado climate funds; regional officials rip the move

Colorado will lose $550 million in funding to research climate change, part of $7.56 billion in cuts announced Thursday by the U.S. Department of Energy, with the largest reduction at Colorado State University. CSU will lose a $326 million grant...

The twin sons of a former Duke star are the program’s next great hope

Texas guard Chendall Weaver drives to the basket between Duke forward Cameron Boozer, left, and guard Cayden Boozer during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson) Former...

Made in Baltimore: Mishmish's ice cream that warms the heart

A small micro creamery owned and run by couple Cedric Al Kazzi and Ross Hatton, Mishmish has been delighting the senses of Charles Village through regular pop-ups in the surrounding area, primarily near coffee shop Bird in Hand. The News-Letter:...

At least 3 dead, 11 injured after UPS plane crashes near Louisville airport 

LOUISVILLE, KY — At least three people were killed and 11 others injured after a UPS cargo plane was involved in a "catastrophic crash" in Louisville, causing a large fire that sent a plume of smoke high into the sky, Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear...

Kevin Willard: Charting the Path Back to Men’s Basketball Success

Kevin Willard stood on the hardwood floor of the Finneran Pavilion on Sept. 17, gazing up at the roaring crowd before him. Willard was familiar with the arena’s reverberating energy and packed stands. But that was the first time he was able to...

In Memoriam: Charles Hummel (1932-2025)

Charles Hummel, circa 1990, Photo courtesy Winterthur. Compiled by Madelia Hickman Ring, Editor I really appreciated Charlie’s broad insights on museums. With several others, Charlie consulted for a museum where I worked. The leadership very much...

Beta Soars in Stock Market Debut. Can It Reach New Heights?

Help us pay for in-depth stories like this one by becoming a Seven Days Super Reader. One day in June, Beta Technologies founder Kyle Clark hopped into the cockpit of his company’s electric airplane prototype, Alia, and flew four passengers from...

Make:cast – Makerspaces in Schools with Sarah H. Chung

Sarah H. Chung is a maker educator who has worked on the development of a 20,000 foot makerspace for Center City public charter schools in Washington, DC. She’s had several stops on her journey as a maker educator, working in formal and informal...

Six Flags America guest arrested after climbing permanently closed Batman-themed roller coaster: 'Dumbass' By Joey Nolfi

Six Flags America permanently closed Sunday after 51 years of operation. Guest video shows another attendee climbing the 115-foot lift hill of the closed Batwing coaster. The user called the guest a "dumbass" before posting another clip of...

Iran must be willing to negotiate about its nuclear program, senator says

“President Trump has said he wants to sit down and negotiate this with Iran," the Democratic senator told Iran International. "Iran having a nuclear weapon is unacceptable, so it's important that they be willing to resolve this,” the Maryland...

End of an Era: Guests Visit Six Flags America One Last Time as Park Closes After 50 Years

After more than half a century of rollercoaster rides, family days out and summer memories, Six Flags America in Bowie, Maryland has officially closed its gates for the last time. The park, which welcomed millions since opening in the 1970s, bid...

Body cam footage released, driver identified 1 week after crash involving monkeys

JASPER COUNTY, Miss. (WDAM) - One week has passed since the crash involving 21 monkeys on I-59 in Jasper County. Now, one week on, new developments have surfaced involving the crash. WDAM and WLOX have obtained exclusive body camera footage,...

WEIS MARKETS REPORTS THIRD QUARTER 2025 RESULTS

Company's third quarter comparable store sales excluding fuel increased 2.5 percent SUNBURY, Pa., Nov. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Weis Markets, Inc. (NYSE: WMK) today reported its financial results for the 13-week third quarter and 39-week...

FDA Drug Unit chief resigns as he is sued

George Tidmarsh, the head of the FDA’s drug division, resigned on Sunday after he was placed on leave Friday, “after the Office of the General Counsel and the Office of the Inspector General were notified of serious concerns about his personal...

At least 3 dead, 11 injured in ‘catastrophic’ UPS plane crash in Louisville, Kentucky, governor says

LOUISVILLE, KY — At least three people were killed and 11 others injured after a UPS cargo plane was involved in a "catastrophic crash" in Louisville, causing a large fire that sent a plume of smoke high into the sky, Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear...

Six Flags America Shuts Down Permanently After 51 Years Of Operation

Getty Images Six Flags America closed permanently Sunday after 51 years, ending operations at the 131-acre Maryland park in Bowie. The amusement park announced closure plans in May. Wait times exceeded two hours for popular attractions including...

2025 election results for Northwest Ohio & Southeast Michigan | LIVE

Election results are being counted across northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan after polls closed Tuesday. The results that display below for contested races and local issues are unofficial and will remain so until each county board of elections...