Special session called

Governor Martin O'Malley ordered a special session of the General Assembly for Oct. 29 to tackle next year's projected budget shortfall. Slots may be on the agenda.

Comfort to cost more this winter

No matter what energy is used, heating homes in the Baltimore region will cost a lot more this winter season.

Developers seek aid

Developers of two major waterfront projects in Baltimore are asking the city for about $250 million in aid to cover the costs of infrastructure.

Pioneering educator dies

Vivian Irene Washington, who was so appalled by the treatment of pregnant teenagers that she founded a city high school for them, died Oct. 12. She was 92.