BALTIMORE, MD—With millions expected to hit the road for Memorial Day weekend, the Maryland Department of Transportation is preparing for heavy traffic and urging residents to prioritize safety. According to AAA, more than 45 million people nationwide will travel more than 50 miles from home, an increase of 1.4 million compared to last year. Most of these travelers, 39.4 million, […]
OWINGS MILLS, MD—Maryland Public Television’s popular original series Chesapeake Collectibles returns for its 12th season with a treasure trove of captivating finds beginning on Monday, June 2. A preview of the new season is available below. Chesapeake Collectibles‘ 13 weekly episodes will be broadcast on MPT-HD and available on the MPT livestream on Mondays at 7:30 p.m., immediately preceding the […]
BALTIMORE, MD—From Baltimore’s urban neighborhoods to the suburbs surrounding DC, Maryland residents are tuning into podcasts with preferences that reflect the state’s unique blend of government, technology, and healthcare professionals. New data shows Maryland’s podcast rankings, revealing distinctive patterns that set it apart from neighboring states. The team at AI note-taking tool Notta.ai used Google Keyword Planner to analyze the […]
TOWSON, MD—Budding filmmakers from Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) showcased their skills at the 2025 Film Expo on May 15th. The event, held at The Senator Theatre in Baltimore, saw an array of 26 finalist films from BCPS middle and high school students representing 11 schools. The films entertained and educated audiences with stories ranging from a comedic rivalry between […]
BALTIMORE, MD—Three winning lottery tickets that were sold in the Parkville area last week remain unclaimed, officials said on Monday. Across Maryland, and across all games, the Lottery paid nearly $31.2 million in prizes during the week of May 12-18, including 34 tickets worth $10,000 or more that were sold or redeemed in that seven-day span. Three winning $25,000 Pick […]
PERRY HALL, MD—In celebration of Perry Hall’s 250th birthday, the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra will perform a free concert for all ages in July. The concert will be held at 7 p.m. on Thursday, July 10, 2025 at Perry Hall Baptist Church. The show will be the centerpiece of this year’s celebration. All residents are welcome to attend, free of charge. […]
DUNDALK, MD—A Baltimore County resident is celebrating a life-changing win after claiming the first-ever progressive jackpot prize on the Maryland Lottery’s FAST PLAY Super 777 game. The lucky winner, who has chosen to remain anonymous and uses the nickname “Blessed,” took home a staggering $685,656 prize. This marks a milestone moment in his more than two decades of playing the […]
BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland’s sports wagering market had its ninth-best single-month performance in April 2025, generating $6,359,834 in contributions to the state. Through the first 10 months of FY2025 (July 2024 through April 2025), sports wagering has contributed $71,950,528 to the state compared to $47,591,697 for the same period in FY2024. The state’s share of sports wagering proceeds is directed to the […]