WEATHER: Mostly sunny, high near 52. Tonight is expected to be mostly cloudy, with a low around 41.
TRAFFIC: Check our traffic updates for this morning's issues.
TOP NEWS
Some Md. Sandy victims still waiting for federal aid: A month after Sandy crashed ashore, the Obama administration is still reviewing Governor Martin O'Malley's request for federal aid. As a result, hundreds of Marylanders affected by the storm are still waiting for relief.
Palestinians win de facto U.N. recognition of sovereign state: In a diplomatic setback for the U.S. and Israel, the 193-nation U.N. General Assembly on Thursday overwhelmingly approved upgrading the Palestinian Authority's observer status at the United Nations to "non-member state" from "entity," like the Vatican.
SPORTS
RAVENS: All outside linebacker Paul Kruger thinks about nowadays is relentlessly chasing the quarterback. It is an aggressive pursuit fueled by power and speed, and one that has helped make Kruger the Ravens' top pass rusher.
Mike Preston: The Ravens have been lucky, received divine intervention and may be one of the worst 9-2 teams in NFL history, but the one characteristic that stands out about this team is toughness.
VARSITY: After a first half in which just about everything that could go wrong did for No. 2 River Hill, the Hawks regrouped behind a strong defense to win their second straight state Class 3A football championship and finish off a 14-0 season.
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TRENDING
In a city as diverse as Baltimore, there is something for everyone to adore about the holiday season. So celebrate your Charm City cheer with our list of 12 holiday events.
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