Brittany Brown

Brittany Brown is an emerging news intern at The Baltimore Sun. She graduated from the University of Mississippi in 2019 with a degree in journalism. During college, she reported with News21, investigating hate crimes and intolerance in the U.S. She's a native Mississippian but is enjoying blue crab and Old Bay while she's here for the summer.

Those pesky sea lice are back. Here’s what you need to know and whether you’ll find them in Ocean City.

Virginia Beach swimmers recently reported being stung by sea lice. Could Ocean City beachgoers be the next to suffer from the itchy nuisance?

By Brittany Brown●

July 13, 2019 at 6:28 pm EDT

Baltimore’s 895 Harbor Tunnel toll booths open again after Legionnaires’ investigation

The I-895 tunnel and administration building has returned to normal operations.

By Brittany Brown●

July 13, 2019 at 11:01 am EDT

Just how hard is to get downtown on Light Rail amid Baltimore street collapse? Riders give mixed reviews.

A temporary "bus bridge" offers passengers transportation through the city as light rail repairs continue.

By Brittany Brown●

July 13, 2019 at 10:33 am EDT

Giant hole in downtown Baltimore intersection withstands downpours, but repairs to roadways and a second leak remain

Heavy downpours that fell across the Baltimore region late Thursday afternoon caused no further damage to a massive hole in a downtown intersection, city public works officials said, though more rain was forecast through the night.

By Scott Dance and Brittany Brown●

July 12, 2019 at 4:50 pm EDT

You can now register to vote at Orioles games. Here’s how.

Besides enjoying a baseball game, you can now register to vote and learn about women's history at Orioles Park.

By Brittany Brown●

July 12, 2019 at 2:14 pm EDT

'What we were trained to do': Locked-out Baltimore Symphony musicians play holiday concert at Oregon Ridge

Despite recent upheaval surrounding Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, the musicians played the annual July Fourth concert at Oregon Ridge.

By Brittany Brown and Mary Carole McCauley●

July 03, 2019 at 10:40 pm EDT

Five Maryland historical sites hosting Fourth of July events

Explore historical sites in Maryland as you celebrate Independence Day.

By Brittany Brown●

July 02, 2019 at 1:00 pm EDT

Baltimore activists urge City Council to pass water affordability legislation

Activists are urging the Baltimore City Council to pass legislation to make water more affordable for city residents.

By Brittany Brown●

July 01, 2019 at 6:25 pm EDT

Dogs and Drinks: 'Yappy Hours' in the Baltimore area

Do you know all the best yappy hour spots? Here's how you can help raise money, enjoy a few drinks and entertain your favorite furry family member: your dog.

By Brittany Brown●

July 01, 2019 at 12:00 pm EDT

Customs seized 333 pounds of cocaine at Port of Baltimore. Here's what's been seized at the port over the years.

Authorities seized $10 million worth of cocaine at the Port of Baltimore — Customs' largest bust in the city. But, do you know what else has been seized there?

By Brittany Brown●

June 26, 2019 at 3:50 pm EDT