Governor Moore announces $6.3 million to protect against hate crimes, enhance local police recruitment efforts

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore this week announced $6.3 million in funding to protect against hate crimes and to enhance local police recruitment and retention efforts through the Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention, Youth, and Victim Services. “Every Marylander has a role to play in combating racism, bias and hate and in keeping our communities safe,” said Governor Moore. “Through this […]

Baltimore County Public Library announces 2023 Tales of the Dead short horror story contest

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Public Library and Foundation for Baltimore County Public Library this week announced the seventh annual Tales of the Dead Short Horror Story Contest. The contest runs August 1 through September 22, 2023. Winners will be announced on October 2. The theme this year is “Petrifying Poe.” Each story should contain an element, appearance, or mention of Edgar […]

NASA Wallops launch to be visible in Maryland on Tuesday night

BALTIMORE, MD—NASA says a Tuesday night rocket launch may be visible in Maryland, weather-permitting. The next cargo resupply mission from NASA’s Wallops Flight Facility is scheduled for Tuesday, August 1, at 8:31 p.m. EDT. The Northrop Grumman Corporation Antares vehicle will deliver science and supplies to the International Space Station aboard the Cygnus spacecraft. The Cygnus spacecraft for this launch […]

Police investigating two assaults, three burglaries

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Police are investigating two assaults and three burglaries that were reported over the past week. Sometime between 12:45 p.m. and 3:45 p.m. on Wednesday, July 26, 2023, an individual broke into a residence in the 7600-block of Chapman Road in Kingsville (21087) and stole the victim’s property. At just after 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 26, a first-degree assault […]

Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for Baltimore area on Saturday

BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for the Baltimore area. The watch will remain in effect until 9 p.m. on Saturday night. Forecasters say hail, frequent lightning, and wind gusts of up to 70 MPH are possible throughout the evening hours. Residents should stay tuned to local forecasts this afternoon and evening.

Severe storms possible in Baltimore area on Saturday, Heat Advisory in effect

BALTIMORE, MD—A hot and humid Saturday in the Baltimore area will bring a chance for more severe storms. The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory (the Excessive Heat Warning has been cancelled) as dangerous heat index values of 100-110 degrees are forecast for much of the area. Scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms are expected, especially on Saturday […]

Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for Baltimore area

BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for the Baltimore area. The watch will remain in effect until 11 p.m. on Friday, July 28, 2023. Forecasters say damaging winds, large hail, and frequent lightning are the primary threats through this evening. Residents should monitor local forecasts throughout the evening.