Sports wagering contributes $7.7 million to state of Maryland during May

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland’s sports wagering market had its fifth-best single-month performance in May 2025, generating $7,746,363 in contributions to the state. Through the first 11 months of FY2025 (July 2024 through May 2025), sports wagering has contributed $79,696,891 to the state compared to $54,582,952 for the same period in FY2024. The state’s share of sports wagering proceeds is directed to the […]

Baltimore County Police Department Major graduates from FBI National Academy

TOWSON, MD—A Major with the Baltimore County Police Department has graduated as a member of the 294th session of the FBI National Academy. Major Deanna Chemelli’s graduation took place at the National Academy in Quantico, Virginia, on June 5, 2025. Nationally, fewer than one percent of law enforcement officers have the opportunity to attend the National Academy program. Internationally known […]

Baltimore Banner to hold inaugural Engaging Baltimore County event on June 10

BALTIMORE, MD—The Baltimore Banner this week announced that it will hold its inaugural Baltimore County event on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at the newly opened Sparrows Point Park. The event is free to attend and will include thought-provoking panel discussions on the most critical issues shaping Baltimore County’s future. The engaging morning event will gather leaders from across the region […]

Student artists honored at 2025 BCPS High School Art Exhibition

TOWSON, MD—Many of Baltimore County Public Schools’ best student artists were honored for their work and talent during a June 5 reception and awards ceremony for BCPS’ 37th Annual High School Art Exhibition. The juried exhibition featured ­­the work of 112 student artists from across the county. Following the ceremony at The StarTUp at Towson University, 307 Washington Ave., Towson […]

Maryland casinos generate $176.4 million in gaming revenue during May

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland’s six casinos combined for their seventh-best month in May 2025, generating $176,447,080 in revenue from slot machines and table games. The statewide total was up $3,294,119 (1.9%) from May 2024. Casino gaming contributions to the state during May 2025 totaled $76,105,267, an increase of $1,656,020 (2.2%) compared to May 2024. The May 2025 contributions included $54,867,340 to the […]

Three 2025 BCPS graduates earn prestigious National Merit Scholarships

TOWSON, MD—Three 2025 Baltimore County Public Schools graduates have been named recipients of college-sponsored National Merit Scholarships, joining more than 2,900 high school seniors nationwide recognized for their academic excellence. Henry Tang of Lutherville-Timonium, a Dulaney High School graduate and aspiring software engineer, received a scholarship from the University of Maryland. Mika E. Thiessen of Baltimore, a Towson High School […]

Kenwood High School teacher selected as 2025 Ravens / M&T Bank Touchdown for Teachers winner

ESSEX, MD—A community school facilitator at Kenwood High School was named the 2025 Ravens/M&T Bank Touchdown for Teachers winner on Monday, celebrated for his tireless advocacy for students in a surprise ceremony that drew cheers from 900 students. Andrew Goldbeck received the award from Baltimore Ravens star defensive lineman Roquan Smith, who presented him with a personalized Ravens jersey. M&T […]

BCPS celebrates 2025 spring athletics state champions

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Public Schools officials are celebrating high school student-athletes recognized as state champions for the 2025 spring season. “As the spring season concludes, I would like to congratulate all of our hardworking student-athletes on another year of triumphs in both athletics and academics,” said BCPS Superintendent Dr. Myriam Rogers. “This spring, we are very proud of this group […]