Surgeon testifies at Snyder extortion trial

Transplant surgeon Dr. Stephen Bartlett testified against Stephen L. Snyder, 77, who is charged with attempted extortion and seven counts of violating the federal Travel Act. Page 5

Van Hollen expresses concern over Gaetz

After President-elect Donald Trump announced plans to nominate Matt Gaetz to serve as U.S. Attorney General, U.S. Sen. Chris Van Hollen had a quick, and fierce reaction, calling the decision “insane.” Page 5

Eight of 13 BOPA board members resign

Eight of the 13 interim board members of the Baltimore Office of Promotion and the Arts stepped down the week after city officials voted to terminate the quasi-governmental organization’s 22-year contract. Page 5