4th annual BCPS-HBCU Fair to offer virtual connections to college reps, instant admissions for students

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Public Schools has announced that this year’s BCPS-HBCU College Fair will be held virtually, providing an opportunity to connect students with more Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) than in previous years, including HBCUs from throughout the nation. All BCPS high school seniors are invited to participate in the free event on Wednesday, Nov. 11, from 9 […]

BCPS employee involved in food distribution program tests positive for COVID-19

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Public Schools announced on Wednesday that an employee working in the meal distribution program recently tested positive for COVID-19. The employee is involved in the distribution program at Dundalk Elementary School, Dundalk Middle School, and First Baptist Church.  Officials say meal distribution from these locations will continue uninterrupted. Everyone who had close contact with this BCPS employee […]

Baltimore County Police Department to receive $100,000 state grant

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan on Wednesday announced $3.4 million in Edward J. Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (BJAG) awards for local projects that support efforts to reduce crime in Maryland. Half of the funding will be allocated to the Maryland Alliance of Boys & Girls Clubs, led by the Boys & Girls Club of Metropolitan Baltimore, for the expansion of […]

Maryland U.S. Attorney Robert K. Hur announces almost $1.7 million in federal grants to improve services for crime victims in Maryland

BALTIMORE, MD—U.S. Attorney Robert K. Hur on Wednesday announced $1,697,084 in U.S. Department of Justice grants to improve services for crime victims in Maryland. The grants, awarded by the Department’s Office of Justice Programs, are part of over $144 million distributed nationwide to enhance the response to victims of crime throughout the United States. “The Department of Justice is steadfast […]

Police investigating after dead body found in White Marsh parking lot

UPDATE: Police have identified the body. Original story below… —— WHITE MARSH, MD—Police in Baltimore County are investigating a homicide in the White Marsh area after a passerby saw a body lying on the parking lot of the former Rustic Inn on Wednesday morning. At just after 7:45 a.m., officers responded to 11400-block of Philadelphia Road (21162). Detectives are in […]

Maryland Department of Health encourages residents to participate in annual Walk Maryland Day events

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Health is encouraging Marylanders to take part in today’s 6th annual Walk Maryland Day through planned walks across the state, while maintaining social distancing and wearing face coverings. The event is a highlight of the state’s month-long celebration of “Walktober,” which focuses on Maryland’s official exercise. Walk Maryland Day 2020 urges all Marylanders to Walk […]