Governor Moore launches resource website for Maryland workers affected by recent federal layoffs [VIDEO]

ANNAPOLIS, MD—In the wake of potential layoffs and funding changes impacting federal employees and contractors, Maryland Governor Wes Moore has announced the launch of a centralized resource website. Maryland Public Servants Resource Website aims to provide support and information to Marylanders affected by the current federal workforce climate. The website launch comes as the Office of Personnel Management advised federal agencies […]

Gas prices inch higher due to West Coast surge

BALTIMORE, MD—The national average gas price increased by 2.2 cents this week, reaching $3.11 per gallon, according to GasBuddy. This rise is primarily attributed to sharp gas price increases on the West Coast, where refinery maintenance and outages have had a ripple effect on neighboring states. “While most of the country has experienced a relatively quiet week for gas prices, […]

Arrest made in fatal Towson stabbing

TOWSON, MD—Homicide detectives with the Baltimore County Police Department have arrested and charged a suspect in connection with a fatal stabbing that occurred in Towson in December. Police on Monday announced that 46-year-old Michael Distance has been charged with first-degree murder. On Sunday, December 8, 2024, officers responded to the unit block of Ecoway Court (21286) following reports of a […]

Nottingham resident’s Christian poetry book rockets up Amazon charts

NOTTINGHAM, MD—A new book by a Nottingham resident is gaining traction online. From Pain to Peace: Weekly Prayers for Those Who Suffer by Sherrie Palmateer recently hit No. 10 on Amazon’s Top 100 Best Sellers list. From Pain to Peace is a beautiful Christian poetry book that features heartfelt verses together with stunning photography inspired by Jesus. It walks the […]

BCPS senior named Maryland Emerging Scholar

OWINGS MILLS, MD—A Baltimore County Public Schools student has been named one of 24 Maryland Emerging Scholars by the Maryland Business Roundtable for Education, or MBRT. Tremen McBride, a senior at Owings Mills High School, was selected for the award due to his academic excellence, community service, and leadership, according to a Feb. 14 news release from Baltimore County Public […]

Maryland State Police seek to identify vehicle that struck police cruiser on I-695

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland State Police are asking for help in locating a vehicle that struck a police cruiser on I-695 overnight. At just after 1:30 a.m. on Sunday, February 16, 2025, a trooper was assisting a motorist on the right shoulder of the I-695 inner loop in the area of Windsor Mill Road when their patrol vehicle, which was stationary with […]

Water main break creates massive sinkhole in White Marsh

NOTTINGHAM, MD—A water main break created a massive sinkhole in the White Marsh area on Saturday. The 8-inch main ruptured on February 15, 2025 in the area of Beaconsfield Road and Honeygo Boulevard (21236). A massive sinkhole formed and several residents and businesses, including Casa Mia’s White Marsh, were left without water. As of Sunday afternoon, “the water is back […]

Maryland Farm & Harvest to visit locations in Baltimore, Prince George’s, and Frederick counties during February 18 episode

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Maryland Public Television’s original series Maryland Farm & Harvest, now in its 12th season, will feature farms and locations in Baltimore County, Prince George’s County, and Frederick County during an episode premiering on Tuesday, February 18. A preview of the new episode can be found on the series’ webpage at https://www.mpt.org/farm. Maryland Farm & Harvest airs on Tuesdays at […]