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This Day In Maryland’s History – Enslaved Marylanders Receive Their Freedom

ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Nov. 1 marked an important date for Maryland in 1864, for this was the day that every enslaved person in our state was legally granted their freedom. The Emancipation Proclamation had granted freedom to enslaved Americans across the rebel states nearly two years earlier, but since Maryland was a border state that remained in the Union, it required its own constitutional changes to abolish slavery once and for all.

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NottinghamMD.com

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Baltimore County DPWT offices to close Election Day, but trash pickup will operate as scheduled

TOWSON, Md. — Main offices for the Baltimore County Department of Public Works and Transportation will be closed Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026, in observance of Election Day, but trash and recycling collection will proceed as scheduled. Curbside collection services for trash, recycling, yard material, and bulk items will take place on Tuesday according to the […]

Baltimore County, MD · 4d

CBS Baltimore

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Howard County issues health alert after 33,000-gallon sewage spill in Savage

Howard County issued a precautionary health alert after a 33,000-gallon sewage spill in Savage on Friday.

Howard County, MD · 6d

wypr.org

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On the ballot in Baltimore County: From political change to the inspector general

No matter what happens on Election Day on Tuesday, change is coming to Baltimore County. People will vote into office a new county executive, an expanded nine-member county council with at least six freshmen on the dais, and a new state’s attorney for the first time in 20 years.

Baltimore County, MD · 4d
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SUN: Baltimore wants to borrow $280 million. Analysts warn taxpayers could pay far more.

BALTIMORE (WBFF) — Baltimore needs to fix its aging schools, streets and public buildings. But paying for those repairs could saddle taxpayers with debt lasting decades — potentially long after some of the improvements have worn out. That’s the dilemma facing voters Tuesday as city officials ask them...

Baltimore, MD · 4d

nwvoicenews.com

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Former BCPS Educator Faces Former Board Member in District 1 School Board Race

Four races for the Baltimore County Board of Education have drawn opponents in the Nov. 3 general election, but one of the most closely watched contests is unfolding on the county’s west side. The District 1 seat, which includes Windsor Mill, Catonsville and Halethorpe, pits former Baltimore County Public...

Baltimore County, MD · 5d

WUSA9

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Maryland Governor Moore campaigns in Laurel

Maryland · 3d

hoodline.com

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Towson Gets $110M UMMS Outpatient Center, Opening Set for Spring 2028

Construction crews are now digging in on a new $110 million outpatient care center in Towson, with the University of Maryland Medical System breaking ground on a project designed to bring surgical, specialty, rehabilitation and primary care services together under one roof. The facility is slated to open its doors to patients in spring 2028.

Towson, MD · 6d

Yahoo!

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Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott tells Black voters ‘freedom is on the ballot’ in 2026

Scott urged Black voters to turn out, protect hard-won civil rights and stay engaged with elected officials after Election Day. At the 2026 Black Enterprise XCEL Summit for Men, Mayor Brandon Scott urged Black voters to protect civil rights through the ballot box. He further called for engagement with elected officials after Election Day, while reflecting on Baltimore's fight against gun violence and the importance of authentic leadership.

Baltimore, MD · 7d

WMAR 2 News Baltimore

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WMAR-2 News Top Stories, November 3

Maryland · 3d

CBS Baltimore

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Dan Cox makes final Election Day push in Maryland governor's race

Republican gubernatorial candidate Dan Cox spent Election Day traveling across Maryland, making a final push to convince voters he should be the state's next governor.

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hoodline.com

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Baltimore Film Screening Shows How 7,000 Homes Could Be Lost to Tangled Titles

About 7,000 Baltimore properties are likely heirs' property — family homes or land passed down through generations without the legal paperwork to put a living relative's name on the deed. That estimate, identified by the SOS Fund, framed Thursday evening's screening of the documentary “Baltimore Heirs: The Last Deed Undone” at the Reginald F. Lewis Museum, which ran from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and highlighted how tangled titles are quietly draining generational wealth from Black families across the city.

Baltimore, MD · 6d

familydestinationsguide.com

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8 Maryland Bookstores So Packed With Cheap Books, You’ll Lose Track Of Time

Want to find amazing bookstores in Maryland that won’t empty your wallet?. These 8 bookstores offer shelves packed with cheap books and hidden treasures waiting to be found!. 1. Wonder Book & Video (Frederick) Some places just have a way of pulling you in and not letting go. Wonder...

Maryland · 8d

baltimorefishbowl.com

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After a devastating fire, Community Law Center has moved to a new home in Hampden

After getting displaced by a three-alarm fire last November 10, the Community Law Center has moved into a new home. The non-profit is now leasing space at 3601 Hickory Ave., just off “The Avenue” in Hampden and several blocks from its previous base in the former Northern District Police Station at 3355 Keswick Road, known as “The Castle.”

Baltimore, MD · 4d

belairnewsandviews.com

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October’s Paint the Town Pink raises more than $100,000 to support Cancer LifeNet

Paint the Town Pink, a community awareness and fundraising campaign organized by the University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health (UM UCH) Foundation in October and benefiting Cancer LifeNet, raised more than $100,000. Here are the details provided by the medical system:. October’s Paint the Town Pink Raises More Than $100,000...

Bel Air, MD · 4d

Country Herald

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Maryland Open Enrollment Nov. 1: Baltimore Residents Face 14.6% Average 2027 Health Insurance Increase

BALTIMORE — Open enrollment for 2027 health insurance begins Sunday, Nov. 1, giving Maryland residents an opportunity to compare plans, review premiums and determine whether they qualify for financial assistance.

Maryland · 5d

mindfullyamerican.com

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7 Spooky Legends Marylanders Grew Up Being Warned About

A good ghost story is even better when it happens close to home. Many Marylanders grew up hearing tales set in places they know, from back roads to the bay. Here are the local legends worth sharing before your doorbell starts ringing with trick-or-treaters. 1. Bowie’s Goatman. The Goatman...

Maryland · 7d

Afro American Newspaper

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Baltimore City has thousands of vacant positions as jobseekers cite hiring frustrations

For Baltimore jobseeker Quianna Howell, applying for a city position turned into a months-long process marked by interviews, conflicting messages and unanswered questions. Howell applied for a position with the Mayor’s Office for Children and Family Success in September 2025. A few weeks later, she was contacted to schedule a virtual interview. After completing it, she was invited to a second interview—this time with a three-person panel.

Baltimore, MD · 7d