State of Maryland launches COVID-19 vaccination data dashboard

ANNAPOLIS, MD—The State of Maryland on Wednesday launched a new COVID-19 vaccination data dashboard on coronavirus.maryland.gov, updating its standard daily COVID-19 reporting with additional metrics, including statewide vaccinations by region, age group, gender, race, and ethnicity. The launch comes as Maryland continues Phase 1A of its COVID-19 vaccination plan with the arrival of Moderna vaccines earlier this week. The dashboard […]

AAA: COVID-19 expected to influence Maryland holiday travel

TOWSON, MD—AAA Travel expects the vast majority of Americans, including Marylanders, to stay home this holiday season, with COVID-19 considered to be a key factor in the decision-making of many who are opting not to travel. Public health concerns and travel guidance are influencing their decisions not to travel over the year-end holidays, a period that typically sees high demand […]

Flash Flood Watch issued for Baltimore area for Christmas Eve

UPDATE: A Wind Advisory has also been issued for Christmas Eve. Original story below… ——— NOTTINGHAM, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch for the Baltimore area for Christmas Eve. Forecasters say there is an increased risk of flooding and wind damage later in the day Thursday and into Thursday night. Moderate coastal flooding is also possible. […]

New York man arrested after cyberstalking, ‘swatting’ Baltimore County woman

UPDATE: Singh has pleaded guilty to the charges and faces up to ten years in prison. Original story below… —— BALTIMORE, MD—A New York man has been arrested after cyberstalking a Baltimore County woman and threatening to decapitate her. A federal criminal complaint has been filed charging Desmond Babloo Singh, 19, of New York, New York, on the federal charges […]

Thunderstorms, snow showers expected on Christmas Eve in Baltimore

UPDATE: The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch. NOTTINGHAM, MD—Christmas Eve 2020 could be one to remember in the Baltimore area, weather-wise. The National Weather Service says to expect thunderstorms, strong winds, and possibly even some light snow on Thursday. Forecasters say there is an increased risk of flooding and wind damage later in the day Thursday […]

Attorney General Frosh announces $18 million settlement with RBS Financial Products

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland Attorney General Brian E. Frosh on Tuesday announced that the Securities Division has entered into an $18 million settlement with RBS Financial Products, Inc., a subsidiary of the Royal Bank of Scotland. The Consent Order resolves claims that RBS misled investors in its issuance and underwriting of financial crisis-era residential mortgage-backed securities (RMBS). “RBS issued and underwrote residential […]

BCPS, Creative Alliance performance series to continue with blues musician Jontavious Willis

TOWSON, MD—Blues musician Jontavious Willis will join with Baltimore County Public Schools students on Wednesday, January 20th. Details about how to access the virtual performance will be available soon. The musician will be featured as part of the new Homefront: World Culture in Context initiative. This unique program connects students to renowned artists from across the globe performing in the […]