Carrie Mihalcik

Maryland

Editor at The Baltimore Banner

Editor @BaltimoreBanner. Former @CNET, CurrentTV, @nationaljournal // I need coffee, lots of coffee.

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MARC Penn Line canceled Tuesday after warehouse fire in Baltimore

1 month ago | thebaltimorebanner.com | Carrie Mihalcik

It’s a tough morning for commuters. Service on the MARC Penn Line, a busy train that connects Washington to Baltimore and points further north along the I-95 corridor, is cancelled Tuesday morning following a massive fire at a warehouse next to the train tracks in West Baltimore. “Due to last night’s fire near West Baltimore, and concerns that the structure may collapse on to the tracks, morning service on the Penn Line is cancelled,” reads a service alert from the Maryland Transit Administration.
Weekend traffic: Road closures for Flower Mart, Kinetic Sculpture Race

1 month ago | thebaltimorebanner.com | Carrie Mihalcik

The first weekend of May will bring warm weather (with a chance of storms) to Baltimore and a wealth of events to enjoy, including the Flower Mart in Mount Vernon Place and the Kinetic Sculpture Race near the American Visionary Art Museum. All that fun also comes with road closures and parking restrictions. If you’re planning to drive around the city this weekend, you should be prepared for traffic delays and take alternate routes.
Crews battle 4-alarm fire in West Baltimore

Mar 7, 2025 | thebaltimorebanner.com | Carrie Mihalcik

The Baltimore City Fire Department is fighting a large blaze Friday morning in West Baltimore. Crews responded to the four-alarm fire at the 2200 block of North Fulton Avenue a little before 4:30 a.m., the department said in posts on social media. Crews are actively fighting the fire, and officials asked for people to avoid the area. No injuries have been reported. This is a developing story.
Baltimore firefighters seek hot spots after Woodberry fire ‘completely contained’

Dec 7, 2024 | thebaltimorebanner.com | Carrie Mihalcik

As fire crews continue to separate logs and wood to access hot spots following a massive fire at Camp Small, Baltimore officials are hopeful they’ll be able to reopen the city’s street tree recycling center. “It’s an important service to the city, and we have to make sure we keep that operation going,” said Mayor Brandon Scott on Saturday.
What to do in Baltimore this weekend: Christmas Village, paint and sip

Nov 20, 2024 | thebaltimorebanner.com | Darreonna Davis |Carrie Mihalcik

Thanksgiving is just a week away. But if you’re looking for something to do in Baltimore this weekend, you might think it’s already Christmas. The city is packed with festive events, including holiday markets and meetups with Santa. If you’re not quite ready for all that holly and mistletoe, you can also hang out with Mr. Trash Wheel or go square dancing. Thursday, Nov.
Police investigating viral video of fight between Ravens and Commanders fans

Oct 14, 2024 | thebaltimorebanner.com | Carrie Mihalcik

Baltimore Police are investigating after a viral video appears to show a Baltimore Ravens fan assaulting two Washington Commanders fans in Federal Hill. The video was posted Sunday night to social media and has since been shared by multiple accounts. One post on X that shared the video racked up more than 8 million views. Police on Monday said they were aware of the video but had not received any calls or reports related to the incident.
Baltimore pools begin to open for summer. Here’s when and where.

May 24, 2024 | thebaltimorebanner.com | Carrie Mihalcik

Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer. It also means pools across Baltimore will be opening soon for those looking to cool off and splash around. Starting Saturday, several park pools – including the Patterson Park pool – will be open on weekends, according to the Department of Recreation and Parks. Pools are open from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. and 4-8 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.
Our favorite trails, hikes and swim spots in Maryland State Parks

May 24, 2024 | thebaltimorebanner.com | Carrie Mihalcik

There’s a reason Maryland is called America in miniature — you can go from the ocean to the mountains in just a day’s drive. One of my favorite ways to explore all Maryland has to offer is by visiting state parks. They let you enjoy hiking, camping, fossil hunting and playgrounds galore. A few years ago, I set a goal to visit every state park in Maryland. While I’m still chipping away at the more than 70 state parks, there are some where my family and I end up again and again.
Weekend traffic: Road closures for Kinetic Sculpture Race in Baltimore

May 2, 2024 | thebaltimorebanner.com | Carrie Mihalcik

The annual Kinetic Sculpture Race, sponsored by the American Visionary Art Museum, returns this weekend. The quirky and beloved race — which features giant sculptures on human-powered bikes — will take over several city streets on Saturday. The 15-mile course starts and ends at the American Visionary Art Museum in Federal Hill and runs around the Inner Harbor and surrounding neighborhoods.
Two Anne Arundel County middle school students found with gun, BB gun on campus

May 1, 2024 | thebaltimorebanner.com | Carrie Mihalcik

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