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Ten people overdosed in Baltimore’s Penn North neighborhood Wednesday, just months after a similar mass incident. Six were hospitalized, and officials deployed emergency response teams as the city continues battling its deadly overdose crisis.

Stay informed with the latest updates from Baltimore in 2025. From breaking news to major developments, here are the top stories shaping the city this year.

The CIAA will continue hosting its Men’s and Women’s Basketball Tournaments in Baltimore through 2029, combining top-tier sports with educational and community events for students.

Maryland officials visited BWI Airport to support unpaid federal employees as the government shutdown disrupts air travel nationwide, though operations at BWI remain steady.

A 16-year-old girl in Maryland’s Department of Human Services custody died by suicide in a Baltimore hotel, prompting investigations and renewed concerns over the state’s child welfare system.

The Baltimore Ravens have traded edge rusher Odafe Oweh to the Los Angeles Chargers in exchange for safety Alohi Gilman and a late-round draft pick swap, strengthening their injury-depleted secondary.

The Baltimore Ravens and Torrey Smith unveil a $20M Boys & Girls Club at Hilton Recreation Center, providing academic, athletic, and mentorship programs for local youth.

Maryland launches a $700 no-interest loan program to help federal employees affected by the government shutdown cover essential expenses.

Baltimore files a lawsuit against MoneyLion, accusing the fintech company of misleading marketing and high fees that trap low-income residents in debt cycles.

The Baltimore County Council approved a $16.5 million tax break for developer Howard Brown to include affordable housing in redevelopments at Metro Center and Security Square Mall.

Ravens coach John Harbaugh isn’t ready to set a return date for quarterback Lamar Jackson, who’s nursing a hamstring injury, but he expects a healthier lineup when Baltimore faces the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday.

We’re highlighting Baltimore’s black businesses each and every Tuesday. Here are some places to check out this week.