Zuri Berry
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Executive Editor, Montgomery and Prince George's counties at The Banner. 👨🏾💻
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The Banner is planning ahead — and we want your voice in the room. Tell us how you use local news and what you’d like to see more of. Your feedback will help shape our journalism and reader experience.
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September 18, 2026 at 8:35 PM
The Banner is planning ahead — and we want your voice in the room. Tell us how you use local news and what you’d like to see more of. Your feedback will help shape our journalism and reader experience.
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NEW: Maryland spent years fighting to limit federal immigration enforcement. The state banned ICE's use of local jails in 2021
But limited detention options and Trump's unprecedented immigration crackdown means many are being moved thousands of miles from home
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But limited detention options and Trump's unprecedented immigration crackdown means many are being moved thousands of miles from home
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ICE sent her 2,000 miles from her Maryland home. She’s far from alone.
A Banner analysis of ICE records found that people first detained in Maryland are typically transferred more than 1,200 miles.
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September 17, 2026 at 2:01 PM
NEW: Maryland spent years fighting to limit federal immigration enforcement. The state banned ICE's use of local jails in 2021
But limited detention options and Trump's unprecedented immigration crackdown means many are being moved thousands of miles from home
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But limited detention options and Trump's unprecedented immigration crackdown means many are being moved thousands of miles from home
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NEW | For the first time, the Ravens and Orioles will host games in downtown Baltimore on the same day.
Their stadium leases try to avoid this exact scenario, but it's happening anyway. Expect 100,000 people and maybe even *grid-flocked* traffic Sunday. www.thebanner.com/community/tr...
Their stadium leases try to avoid this exact scenario, but it's happening anyway. Expect 100,000 people and maybe even *grid-flocked* traffic Sunday. www.thebanner.com/community/tr...
Rare Ravens-Orioles doubleheader sets up Sunday grid-flock downtown
Roughly 100,000 people are expected to descend on the Camden Yards Sports Complex on Sunday for a rarity: a Ravens and Orioles home doubleheader.
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September 17, 2026 at 5:30 PM
NEW | For the first time, the Ravens and Orioles will host games in downtown Baltimore on the same day.
Their stadium leases try to avoid this exact scenario, but it's happening anyway. Expect 100,000 people and maybe even *grid-flocked* traffic Sunday. www.thebanner.com/community/tr...
Their stadium leases try to avoid this exact scenario, but it's happening anyway. Expect 100,000 people and maybe even *grid-flocked* traffic Sunday. www.thebanner.com/community/tr...
She voted to oust New Carrollton’s mayor. Now she wants the job.
She voted to oust New Carrollton’s mayor. Now she wants the job.
Briana Urbina spearheaded the effort to remove the city’s mayor from office. Less than a week later, she announced a bid to replace her.
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September 17, 2026 at 5:28 PM
She voted to oust New Carrollton’s mayor. Now she wants the job.
Food insecurity is at a 5-year high across the capital region, according to new report
Food insecurity at 5-year high across capital region, according to report
The Capital Area Food Bank’s annual hunger report, released Tuesday, shows that Prince George’s County residents face the most difficulties accessing food, while those in Montgomery County have seen a...
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September 15, 2026 at 1:39 PM
Food insecurity is at a 5-year high across the capital region, according to new report
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The U.S. Supreme Court blocked President Donald Trump’s proposed mail ballot changes for now, saying it’s too close to the election to implement new rules. Justice Kavanaugh said he may favor Trump’s plans in the future.
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Supreme Court rejects Trump mail ballot restrictions for now ahead of midterms
The Supreme Court on Monday rejected President Donald Trump ’s mail ballot restrictions for now, capping a flurry of last-minute legal action with voting in the midterm elections already underway.
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September 15, 2026 at 12:37 AM
The U.S. Supreme Court blocked President Donald Trump’s proposed mail ballot changes for now, saying it’s too close to the election to implement new rules. Justice Kavanaugh said he may favor Trump’s plans in the future.
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Commanders vs. Eagles: 5 things to watch in Washington’s season opener
Commanders vs. Eagles: 5 things to watch in Washington’s season opener
As Washington opens up the regular season against the Eagles this Sunday, the Commanders will have an entirely new look. And for quarterback Jayden Daniels, it’s time to put the ghosts of 2025 in the ...
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September 13, 2026 at 7:06 PM
Commanders vs. Eagles: 5 things to watch in Washington’s season opener
September 13, 2026 at 4:47 PM
The Times ties together what those of us in the industry have been closely watching for the past 18 months. The first amendment has been under assault and undermined. But what this article omits is the admin’s defenders in private industry who stifle free speech, too, or advocate as much.
How Trump Is Wielding Power to Stifle Speech
President Trump has harnessed agencies across the government to curtail press freedoms, a sweeping campaign that free speech advocates say will have lasting effects.
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September 13, 2026 at 8:45 AM
The Times ties together what those of us in the industry have been closely watching for the past 18 months. The first amendment has been under assault and undermined. But what this article omits is the admin’s defenders in private industry who stifle free speech, too, or advocate as much.
The New York Times’ newsroom size has tripled in the last decade. Everywhere else you look, the news business is declining. At this point, the Times is accelerating its growth with products and tech well beyond the news of the day. Some insights here.
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New York Times CFO on adding newsroom staff amid industry-wide cuts
With a “relentless focus on differentiation,” the media company has tripled its newsroom over the last decade, said EVP and CFO William Bardeen at a recent Citi conference.
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September 13, 2026 at 12:52 AM
The New York Times’ newsroom size has tripled in the last decade. Everywhere else you look, the news business is declining. At this point, the Times is accelerating its growth with products and tech well beyond the news of the day. Some insights here.
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An AI-altered photo of a ram won a Maryland State Fair contest, sparking outcry
An AI-altered photo of a ram won a Maryland State Fair contest, sparking outcry
A Maryland State Fair photography contest is facing backlash after an AI-altered image won first place in the “Neon Lights” category, prompting new rules on generative AI.
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September 12, 2026 at 2:45 PM
An AI-altered photo of a ram won a Maryland State Fair contest, sparking outcry
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Gas prices in San Francisco have hit about $6 a gallon, while record diesel prices could push up the cost of groceries, clothes and other goods in California.
California gas prices are high. Historic diesel prices could also hit your wallet
Gas prices in San Francisco have hit about $6 a gallon, while record diesel prices could push up the cost of groceries, clothes and other goods in California.
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September 11, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Gas prices in San Francisco have hit about $6 a gallon, while record diesel prices could push up the cost of groceries, clothes and other goods in California.
Well, now I’m curious about this Sushi Pop
New eats at Commanders games include a sushi push pop and more
The Washington Commanders will debut several food options at Northwest Stadium this season, including a sushi push pop and hot dogs and half-smokes galore.
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September 11, 2026 at 2:55 PM
Well, now I’m curious about this Sushi Pop
Well that’s interesting.
Washington journalism is in a moment of generational change. We're rising to meet it.
Welcome to The Washington Sun.
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Welcome to The Washington Sun.
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September 9, 2026 at 4:45 PM
Well that’s interesting.
Fate of thousands of Marylanders from El Salvador uncertain as Trump mulls pulling protection
Fate of thousands of Marylanders from El Salvador uncertain as Trump mulls pulling protection
More than 170,000 Salvadorans, including thousands in Maryland, face an uncertain future as the U.S. considers ending a protection they have relied on for decades. The latest extension is set to…
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September 9, 2026 at 4:43 PM
Fate of thousands of Marylanders from El Salvador uncertain as Trump mulls pulling protection
Gaithersburg officials may be warming to anti-ICE laws
Gaithersburg officials may be warming to anti-ICE laws
Gaithersburg officials, once resistant to anti-ICE legislation, indicated Tuesday that they may be taking a different approach.
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September 9, 2026 at 12:44 PM
Gaithersburg officials may be warming to anti-ICE laws
Frances Tiafoe comes from 2 sets down to reach the US Open semifinals
Frances Tiafoe comes from 2 sets down to reach the US Open semifinals
The No. 11-seeded Tiafoe, who reached the final four in 2022 and 2024, awaits the winner of the late match between defending champion Carlos Alcaraz and No. 8 Ben Shelton.
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September 9, 2026 at 12:51 AM
Frances Tiafoe comes from 2 sets down to reach the US Open semifinals
No charges against police in fatal Gaithersburg shooting
No charges against police in fatal Gaithersburg shooting
Maryland's attorney general on Tuesday announced his office will not seek charges against officers who fatally shot Elliott Powers at a Gaitherburg bus stop in July.
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September 9, 2026 at 12:50 AM
No charges against police in fatal Gaithersburg shooting
New Carrollton mayor faces removal over alleged attempts to hire during a freeze
New Carrollton mayor faces removal over alleged attempts to hire during a freeze
City Council members are preparing to force Mayor Phelecia Nembhard from office.
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September 9, 2026 at 12:48 AM
New Carrollton mayor faces removal over alleged attempts to hire during a freeze
Coalition demands Prince George’s revoke permit allowing ICE to expand presence in Hyattsville
Coalition demands Prince George’s revoke permit allowing ICE to expand presence in Hyattsville
Immigrant rights and activist organizations have called for Prince George’s County to revoke the permit it granted ICE to expand its Hyattsville legal offices.
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September 9, 2026 at 12:42 AM
Coalition demands Prince George’s revoke permit allowing ICE to expand presence in Hyattsville
Will Jawando has been hospitalized after having a heart attack during a pickup basketball game.
Will Jawando hospitalized after having heart attack
Will Jawando has been hospitalized since Saturday after having a heart attack during a pickup basketball game that morning.
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September 7, 2026 at 6:49 PM
Will Jawando has been hospitalized after having a heart attack during a pickup basketball game.
The pope wants them out. These traditionalists aren't fazed.
The pope wants them out. These traditionalists aren't fazed.
The pope excommunicated the ultra traditionalist Catholic Society of St. Pius X, which has a history of clashing with the church. SSPX is appealing the excommunication. Parishioners in Upper Marlboro…
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September 7, 2026 at 11:10 AM
The pope wants them out. These traditionalists aren't fazed.
There are more and more kids with special needs in Montgomery County and across Maryland. Unfortunately, the support system for them is strained and transitions from one school to the next are hard.
Ethan has autism. Can Montgomery County find the right school for him?
A mother has spent months fighting with the district over where her son can best learn.
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September 7, 2026 at 10:55 AM
There are more and more kids with special needs in Montgomery County and across Maryland. Unfortunately, the support system for them is strained and transitions from one school to the next are hard.
Maryland native Frances Tiafoe dominates Daniil Medvedev at U.S. Open
Maryland native Frances Tiafoe dominates Daniil Medvedev at U.S. Open
Frances Tiafoe dominated No. 7 Daniil Medvedev, 7-6, 6-4, 7-6, in the fourth round of the U.S. Open.
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September 7, 2026 at 1:22 AM
Maryland native Frances Tiafoe dominates Daniil Medvedev at U.S. Open
Coppin State University’s best perk? $50,000 to buy a house
Coppin State University’s best perk? $50,000 to buy a house
Coppin State University’s program, launched in 2023 with $300,000 in state funding, has now helped faculty and staff members buy six homes near campus.
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September 6, 2026 at 2:31 PM
Coppin State University’s best perk? $50,000 to buy a house