Pittsburgh Post-Gazette to continue publishing after sale to nonprofit media group

Well, here's some news. The Banner's parent company is buying the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette www.thebanner.com/economy/bann...

Many thanks to Busboys and Poets in Hyattsville for hosting us for #localnewsday. And a nice introduction for @ashleyclarkejourno.bsky.social, our newest member of the team covering Prince George's County. @rondez.bsky.social is all smiles and @conarck.bsky.social is on deadline!

An Anne Arundel County judge ordered House of Delegates candidate John Dove Jr. off the ballot on the grounds he doesn’t live in the district he seeks to represent — the latest twist in a Democratic Party family feud. Dove immediately appealed. www.thebanner.com/politics-pow...

MARYLAND REDISTRICTING: House of Delegates Democrats want to change the state constitution to allow a freer hand in future congressional redistricting. But the leader of state Senate Democrats say his chamber won’t go along with it. www.thebanner.com/politics-pow...

The Nationals enter this season with a deeper farm system than they had this time a year ago, and a revamped player development staff looking to maximize the group’s potential. Here are four pitchers and four hitters I’m keeping tabs on in 2026:

On the new @whatworks-nu.bsky.social podcast, @zuriberry.com tells @ellenclegg.bsky.social and me how @thebaltimorebanner.com, a nonprofit startup, is reviving local news in the Maryland suburbs of Washington, D.C. #journalism whatworks.news/2026/03/23/z...

They found Tristan! There's no clear sense of what comes next, but at least he has a chance at a better life. Shout out to my colleagues for their tremendous reporting on Tristan and how the system failed him.

Ok, fine. I’ll spend more time in Gaithersburg.

In a lengthy letter to the feds, three of Maryland Gov. Wes Moore's cabinet secretaries raise concerns about the Washington County warehouse that the feds bought to turn into an immigration detention facility. www.thebanner.com/politics-pow...

The numbers are starting to tell the story we’ve been hearing from people for months. Constant job cuts with no real or comparable opportunities to replace them.

If you’re a WSSC Water customer, you’ll pay for the Potomac sewage pipe collapse

U.S. and Israeli strikes have killed 555 people in Iran, according to the Iranian Red Crescent society. The deadliest attack appears to be the strike on a school where over 150 people — many children — were killed, according to Iran’s mission to the U.N.

On a whim of a suggestion, someone told me to try K2 Cafe when I was in Poolesville. I could see why it was so popular. But my colleague Hau digs in on the fusion of flavors that are both Pakistani and American influenced. And now they’re in Clarksburg.

I told my wife, Bruno Mars said, "Put it on anything. Put it on everything. Put it on my soul." She said that's too much. Lol.

Days like today, I really appreciate having comments on the website. Love the dialogue happening here. Excellent work here by @brendawintrode.bsky.social and team.

We asked all 47 Maryland state senators where they stand on redistricting. You can look up their answers by county. w/ @maddioneill.bsky.social tinyurl.com/bdfyx2ty

We’re keeping an eye on the Dickerson incinerator.

Pretty cool photos from Ocean City, which got hit with a blizzard.

Between 2-6 inches of snow. Our friends at NBC4 say more likely 2 inches in Montgomery County and higher toward Prince George’s. nbcwashington.app.link/cZQ6aIf3X0b

Super interesting story from @hannahyasharoff.bsky.social on clean eating, pricey smoothies and protein. Lots to unpack. One thing: This is why you should have your own blender. Because there is no way anyone should be spending $20 for a smoothie.

Taylor shares concern for ICE surge, support for MCPS staff in letter

Student journalists are always vulnerable to the forces of their institutions. But they still have rights. This is concerning.

“Either we’re not doing a very good job of conveying this, or we’re not being loud enough, or people aren’t doing a really good job of listening,” Elrich said.

Footage released today shows an officer not approaching the crashed vehicle out of safety concerns, and while waiting for backup the car caught fire and officers were unable to extinguish it. It's unclear if the girl died on impact, or in the fire

A child died after crashing while fleeing a traffic stop in Howard County last month; the Attorney General's Office says it will not identify her, citing a juvenile secrecy law no one else applies this way. Im hoping someone out there knows who she was. Please reach out if you have info

The Rev. Jesse Jackson, key figure in the Civil Rights Movement for decades, has died at 84

I worry about third spaces. For kids. For adults. But mostly teens. It’s important that a space like this exists, and that it enriches so many.

I just had my first coffee in five days. I'm back at my computer screen after dealing with the worst flu of my life. I'm probably exaggerating. But I'm really not. My whole family was down for the week. I've never been out this long. Anyway, just a reminder to get your flu shots. It's not a joke.

I’ve been thinking a lot about this story. It’s sparked quite a discussion on whether it needed an editor’s note up front, how it was framed, and whether it needed a different approach. It certainly was captivating. Eager to hear what non-journalists think. Gift article.

The Banner announces coverage of Washington sports

Mother of Wootton High shooting victim says her son was bullied www.thebanner.com/community/lo...

Good morning and happy State of the State to all who observe. Here’s what to watch for in Gov. Wes Moore’s speech: www.thebanner.com/politics-pow...

Montgomery County officials say they're prepared for any blowback on restricting ICE.

Just posted another opportunity: Prince George’s County editor for The Banner. job-boards.greenhouse.io/thebaltimore... We’re going to prioritize hiring this role first. So please don’t wait to apply. Let me know if you have questions.

A slight, but only if you take it that way. www.thebanner.com/politics-pow...

I’ve been thinking about this story a lot. One of the biggest challenges for journalists transitioning from an individual contributor role to management is the lack of training. Being a good journalist isn’t enough. That’s not dissimilar from going from employee to owner, whatever the context.

The Banner @thebaltimorebanner.com announced it will bring award-winning journalism into Prince George’s County this spring, continuing its ambition to serve local, independent, non-profit news to readers across Maryland. It follows the 2025 expansion to Montgomery County @bannermoco.bsky.social

County Executive Marc Elrich and Council President Natali Fani-González are moving forward with proposed zoning law changes that may determine where data centers can be built and what land use regulations they must follow.

We're looking for journalists to join our Prince George's County newsroom. Hit me up if you have questions. #Journalism #JournalismJobs

The Banner has announced it is expanding to Prince George's County. @bannerpgcounty.bsky.social

“Should MCPS have provided a list of uncleared streets earlier? That’s not our job!” The tension between MCPS and and the county laid bare on snow removal.

Moore’s latest argument for redistricting? Combating ‘political redlining’

To no one’s surprise, data centers are a fault line on the council. But read deeper here to find that a good chunk of the Montgomery County Council are supportive of them, especially if they’re being targeted in land already zoned for industrial use. My colleague Jack Hogan has the story.

CASA, the immigrant advocacy group that’s tussled with the Trump administration, is altering its name. www.thebanner.com/community/lo...

MCPS parents are lighting up the district in our comments. They are NOT happy that school has been canceled tomorrow.

So many restaurants have been negatively affected by Purple Line construction. In this case, my colleague Hau Chu writes about this Burmese gem in Silver Spring that’s struggling.

More cold. Ugh. Pitchers and catchers report in 11 days.

It’s really starting to feel like news dump Friday.

The Trump administration continues its politicization of the Justice Department and its attack on his perceived enemies.