The Baltimore Times

The Baltimore Times is a free weekly community newspaper founded in 1986 and based in Baltimore, Maryland. The publication focuses on reporting stories centered on African-American communities in Baltimore City, Baltimore County, and surrounding areas of Maryland. Its editorial approach emphasizes community uplift, highlighting individuals, businesses, nonprofits, and organizations contributing positively to local development and civic life. Operating under the tagline “positive stories about positive people,” The Baltimore Times prioritizes solution-oriented and community-driven journalism. Its coverage includes local events, education, health, entrepreneurship, arts and culture, social programs, and profiles of community leaders and residents. The newspaper seeks to amplify stories that are often underrepresented in mainstream media, particularly those that reflect achievement, resilience, and community engagement. As a free distribution publication, The Baltimore Times reaches readers through print circulation and community availability, supported primarily by advertising and sponsorships. Over time, it has established itself as a longstanding voice within Baltimore’s media la