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Baltimore dodges worst of storms as tornado warnings, heavy rain hit surrounding counties
The weather calmed Wednesday night in the Baltimore region after alerts were issued for much of the state warning of severe thunderstorms, flash floods and, for some, tornadoes.
Storms with 70 mph winds and lightning leave thousands without power, downed trees and road closures
After heat scorched the Baltimore region, heavy rain and 70 mph winds ripped through the area during Tuesday’s evening commute and led to power outages, fire and road closures.
With at least 9 heat deaths, summer is off to a deadly start in Maryland
At least nine people, including two children, have died from heat-related illness so far in 2025 — more than twice as many as this time last year, according to Maryland data.
Maryland Renaissance Festival tickets go on sale: What thou shouldst know
Multiday passes hit the market July 7 and single-day tickets go on sale Aug. 4.
From water to weed, here’s what will cost more in Maryland
Maryland taxes on cannabis, online sports betting, vehicle registration fees and more will be increased on July 1.
Frederick officer charged with solicitation of a minor, possessing child sexual abuse images
A Frederick Police Department corporal has been charged in Pennsylvania for possession of child sexual abuse material, soliciting a minor and related charges.
‘A painful setback’: Montgomery County leaders react to Supreme Court ruling on LGBTQIA+ books
A group of parents from Montgomery County had contended that the books violated their First Amendment right to exercise their religion freely.
Most of Maryland under severe thunderstorm watch
The forecast high temperature in the Baltimore area on Friday is around 82 degrees — the first time since Sunday the high temperature has dipped below 90 degrees.
Mud baths and frozen fruit: How the Maryland Zoo keeps its animals cool
From giant ice pops and water cannons to simply hanging in the shade, the animals at the Maryland Zoo have plenty of ways to stay cool.
Harriet Tubman gets a roadside historical marker on the Eastern Shore
Gov. Wes Moore unveiled a new roadside historical marker celebrating abolitionist Harriet Tubman and marking her birthplace.
Police investigating two quadruple shootings in Baltimore
The Baltimore Police Department is investigating after two quadruple shootings in the city.
‘Justice for the fruit man’: Hundreds rally for arabber fatally shot by Baltimore police
More than 300 people rallied in Upton on Friday evening to demand justice for Bilal “BJ” Abdullah, the well-known arabber fatally shot in Upton by police this week.
An uneasy calm as West Baltimore organizes to remember well-known arabber killed by police
Bilal “BJ” Abdullah, who was shot and killed by police Tuesday, was a longtime arabber and a fixture in his community.
Man shot by Baltimore Police in Upton dies, officials say
The man who police shot in Upton on Tuesday evening died, Baltimore Police confirmed Wednesday.
Charleston wins a James Beard Award at long last
Owner Cindy Wolf and her Harbor East restaurant, Charleston, is a James Beard Award winner.
‘No Kings’ protests sweep Maryland, with thousands attending peaceful events
Thousands of protesters filled streets and parks across Maryland on Saturday as part of the nationwide “No Kings” demonstrations, one of the largest coordinated protest actions of the year against President Donald Trump’s administration.
What to know about ‘No Kings’ protests in Maryland
The No Kings day of protests on Saturday, June 14, have been organized to reject authoritarianism, "billionaire-first politics" and the militarization of the country’s democracy, according to organizers.
Maryland couple charged in 3-year-old’s death after false kidnapping report
Two Marylanders, Darriann Lynnelle Randle and Cedric Antoine Britten, are charged in the death of a 3-year-old girl who they initially said was kidnapped.
Baltimore County employee misused vehicle for campaign trips, inspector general says
The Baltimore County employee used a vehicle to drive to a political campaign office 36 times, according to a report from the Office of the Inspector General.
Man wielding a ‘spear’ shot by police in Howard County
Police said they believe the man, who they have not identified, stabbed his 26-year-old brother inside a residence in the area of Carters Lane and Oakland Mills Road.
