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Downtown Baltimore sees growth in visitors while crime rates drop

April 17, 2026

Baltimore’s downtown area is getting more popular with visitors, while crime is going down. A recent report shows the city had 28. 5 million visitors last year, spending over $4. 3 billion—that’s a 7. 5% increase from the year before. Big events like the CIAA tournaments have brought nearly $110 mil

weather

Tornadoes hit Michigan cities overnight, leaving a trail of damage

April 16, 2026

Two small tornadoes swept through parts of Michigan early Wednesday morning, according to weather experts. One touched down in Ann Arbor just before 2 a. m. , spinning at 110 mph for about two minutes. It started near Jackson Avenue and Interstate 94, then moved toward downtown before fading out nea

business

Why a Music Venue Door Got Locked

April 16, 2026

A downtown music spot called Empire Control Room faced an unusual problem this month. The building owner locked one half of it because rent hadn’t been paid. The landlord’s team left a note saying the gate would stay bolted until every dollar of back rent showed up. Two different letters appeared on

opinion

Science, housing, and history: Three views on America’s future

April 16, 2026

Science often takes center stage in national debates, but its funding remains a hot topic. One recent space mission showed how science can bring people together, even when politics pull them apart. Instead of cutting funds for research, leaders should support programs like NASA’s moon missions. Afte

politics

Walk‑and‑Sip Downtown: New Drink Rules Aim to Boost Foot Traffic

April 15, 2026

DeKalb is considering a fresh idea that lets adults carry one drink in a city‑approved cup while strolling through downtown. The plan, part of an Entertainment District proposal, would let diners and shoppers enjoy a beverage on the go between restaurants, bars, and other venues. The city hopes this

environment

Neighbors debate granite mining plan near Columbia

April 15, 2026

A mining company wants to blast a new granite quarry just six miles from Columbia’s downtown, but locals aren’t welcoming the idea. Heidelberg Materials has asked for permits to dig up 242 acres near Monticello Road, close to colleges and neighborhoods like Haskell Heights. The plan promises to rest

business

Parking Plans Stir Mixed Feelings in Downtown Wildwood

April 14, 2026

A new 70-space parking lot is set to pop up in downtown Wildwood, raising eyebrows among locals and business owners alike. The project’s purpose seems straightforward: ease congestion and give visitors more options for parking. But reactions are split. Some shop owners argue this move could finally

celebrities

Britney’s New Chapter: Voluntary Rehab and a Fresh Start

April 13, 2026

Britney Spears has chosen to enter a treatment center on her own terms, according to a spokesperson for the pop icon. The details of where she is staying and what prompted the move remain private, but the decision signals a shift in her approach to health. Earlier this year, she was taken into cu

celebrities

Britney Spears Begins New Recovery Journey

April 13, 2026

Britney Spears has entered a treatment facility in the United States to address her long‑standing substance use. Reports say she agreed to stay after encouragement from friends and family who believed it was time for a fresh start. One insider mentioned that she feels she has reached a low point and

politics

Ride‑Share Fees: A City Council’s New Twist on Driver Income

April 12, 2026

The city council is once again stirring debate with a fresh proposal that could change how ride‑share companies split fares. Two council members—one from District 2 and another from District 3—are looking at ways to cap the portion of fares that Uber and Lyft keep, hoping to leave drivers with a lar