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September 29, 2018

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In Baltimore and U.S., calls to sexual violence hotlines spike amid Kavanaugh hearing

Friday, Sep 28

For many victims of sexual assault, experts say, Thursday’s hearings, in which both Christine Blasey Ford and Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh, whom Ford accuses of sexually assaulting her years ago, prompted long-ago memories of trauma to resurface.

Montgomery officials 'prepared to investigate' Kavanaugh allegations — if an alleged victim comes forward

Montgomery County’s chief of police and the county state’s attorney said Friday they have not launched an investigation into sexual assault allegations against U.S. Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh — though they “remain prepared to investigate any allegation, should a victim come forward.”

More than 380 killed in devastating Indonesia tsunami, earthquake

An earthquake-spawned tsunami swept away buildings and killed at least several hundred people on the central Indonesian island of Sulawesi.

Jury finds Baltimore man guilty of murder in death of police spokesman's younger brother

A Baltimore jury found Terrell Gibson guilty of murdering Dionay Smith, a 24-year-old father and the younger brother of the chief spokesman for the Baltimore Police.

Vigil for man slain in Baltimore's Federal Hill area draws tears, calls for action

Dozens of friends and neighbors of Tim Moriconi came out for a candlelight vigil after the 25-year-old was killed the night before.

Who's steering the ship, and other questions facing the Orioles entering first offseason of their rebuild

Now in the final weekend of the season, the Orioles’ focus will shift from the product on the field to what's expected to be an active offseason in terms of charting a course forward for the organization.

Ravens still hope to revive running game despite success of pass-first offense as they prep for Steelers

Through three games, the Ravens' offense has succeeded despite an inefficient running game. Some analysts say that's no big deal in the pass-happy modern game. But Ravens coaches and players say balance remains essential to their offensive philosophy.

Five things to look for from Maryland football after its bye week

From the injuries to safeties Darnell Savage Jr. and Antwaine Richardson to the way Maryland interim coach Matt Canada will rotate his running backs, here are 5 things to look for from the Terps coming out of their bye week.

Jacques Kelly: Domino plant is one sweet ticket for annual Doors Open Baltimore tour

Locust Point’s Domino sugar refinery is part of the annual Doors Open Baltimore, an event where local institutions and businesses welcome visitors.

Baltimore Book Festival must-sees: True crime, White House correspondent April Ryan and more

The festival features musical performances, kids’ events and cooking demonstrations in addition to author appearances. These are some you won't want to miss.