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As school districts across the country aim to serve nutrition-conscious menus that appeal to students palates, students at Howard High School emerge from cafeteria lines with plates as green as well-manicured lawns.

Being snubbed might have been the best thing to happen to Ben Affleck. His film ¿Argo¿ took the best picture Oscar on Sunday night at the 85th Academy Awards -- more than a little solace, perhaps, for being snubbed in the directing category.

Bang theory: There's a style for every face shape

From fur and feathers to sequins and ethnic prints, fall 2013 will be dominated by opulent textures and rich hues.

President Barack Obama used the first State of the Union address of his second term to try to breathe new life into his economic agenda, reviving modest measures to spur growth and trying to create fresh momentum in the all-but-stagnant talks over deficit reduction.

North County High School student Jack Andraka was slated to be a guest of First Lady Michelle Obama on Tuesday night at the State of the Union address in Washington, D.C.

The failures of the VA are an embarrassment to the Obama administration.

Musical and cultural diversity are at the heart of what the Harlem Quartet is all about. This string ensemble brings an eclectic program to Columbia when it performs for the Candlelight Concert Society series on Saturday, Feb. 2 at 8 p.m. at Howard Community College's Smith Theatre.

The first lady of fashion mixes designer pieces with ready to wear, buys American and puts emphasis on color, form and fun.

All 73 schools in the Howard County Public School System received a HealthierUS School Challenge from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the Maryland State Department of Education announced last week.

Baltimore-area schools and community centers join a national trend toward lower-calorie, whole-food options.

This week on "The Real Housewives of Atlanta," we finally get introduced to the second new housewife, Porsha Stewart

Despite opponents' efforts to drive a wedge between blacks and gays, civil rights and gay rights groups formed a productive partnership in Maryland.

I'm ashamed of the country that elected Barack Obama president

He may have dreamed of Lady Gaga, but Daniel Borowy gets visit from his senator and a note from first lady Michelle Obama

The DVD 'Dreams from my Real Father' is just the latest in loony anti-Obama conspiracy

Smiths to host exclusive lunch at their home to help raise money for the Obama campaign.

Mitt Romney's campaign is imploding, and a strong showing in Wednesday's debate may be the only thing that can stop it.

Baltimore Book Festival offers author talks, book signings, readings, panel discussions

While polls show President Barack Obama beginning to widen his lead over Republican rival Mitt Romney nationally and in key states, first lady Michelle Obama had a message for supporters Friday at Morgan State University: Take nothing for granted.

The most popular member of the Obama campaign is coming to Maryland Friday for a pair of fundraisers.

Baltimore Sun columnist Mike Preston answers reader questions on the Baltimore Ravens.

A few Howard County Republicans were among the thousands who flocked to Tampa for the RNC, held Aug. 27-30. Select Howard County Democrats traveled to Charlotte for the DNC, held Sept. 4- 6.

Tracy Reese, Zang Toi and young designers with GenArt Fresh Faces give great shows

From abortion protesters to convention speakers, half the human race is getting an earful in Charlotte.

CHARLOTTE — Sen. Barbara A. Mikulski, the self-styled dean of the Democratic women, called on voters to back female candidates in an address to her party's national convention Wednesday that came as both presidential campaigns are working to court the key demographic.

Gov. Martin O'Malley did his job with his convention speech in Charlotte, but it's what he did before and after that will determine his political future.

Charismatic or not, Barack Obama should use his appearance in Charlotte to articulate an agenda for a second term

CHARLOTTE -- Speaking to members of Iowa's influential delegation to the Democratic convention on Wednesday, Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley took a shot at several Republican governors while laying out a broad vision for the party that some suspect he hopes to one day lead.

Baltimore Sun senior content editor Catherine Mallette on fitness for fashion's sake. She loves to buy and, eventually, learns to tri.

First lady Michelle Obama will visit Maryland next month for a pair of fundraisers -- including one in Baltimore -- during a campaign swing that will largely mirror a trip the president made through the state in June, Democratic officials said Wednesday.

Politically incorrect and incredibly popular game grew out of boredom

Forget that no-white after Labor Day rule, as major designers from Marc Jacobs to Celine showcased white frocks and accessories for their fall collections.

To say that this episode was uncomfortable is an understatement. Scene after scene we were left cringing as the housewives were groped, hit on, confronted, and bossed around.

Michael Phelps, the Baltimore swimmer who has won more gold medals than any other Olympian, failed to medal today in the 400-meter individual medley as U.S. rival Ryan Lochte (4:05.18) captured his first gold of the 2012 London Olympics.

For first time since 2000, Michael Phelps fails to win medal in an Olympic final

Great Britain opens the Olympics with a specatular flourish.

A senior White House adviser outlined President Barack Obama's initiatives to make college more affordable and provide assistance to small businesses during an African-American policy forum at Morgan State University on Friday.

Political issues have moral implications that should be discussed in church

Fashion, fitness and a new Ferris wheel are just some of the new features in place for this year's African American Festival in Baltimore.

Problems with registration rolls suggest a real possibility of voter fraud in Maryland.

A little digging shows that many of the anecdotes the president has related are false