BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland’s sports wagering market generated $5,728,503 in contributions to the state from a handle of $384,687,982 during June 2024. Sports wagering contributions go to the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future Fund, which supports public education programs. The $5.7 million contribution to the state in June 2024 was the fifth-best single-month total and was more than double the $2.8 million figure […]
WHITE MARSH, MD—The traffic flow was recently changed at a busy White Marsh intersection. The traffic flow has changed once again at the intersection of Ebenezer Road and eastbound Route 40. The flow is now back to one left turn lane as it was previously, only one lane straight, and a far right lane that is right-turn only. Residents say […]
TOWSON, MD—Delegates Kathy Szeliga and Ryan Nawrocki are urging the Board of Education of Baltimore County to restore the Budget Oversight Committee. In a surprise move after 10 p.m. on Tuesday night, the Baltimore County Board of Education Chair asked the Board to dissolve its permanent Budget Oversight Committee. After a lengthy and intense debate, the motion passed 7-4. All […]
TOWSON, MD—A string of armed robberies targeting delivery drivers, commercial enterprises, and more has resulted in the indictment of five people in Baltimore County. The Maryland Attorney General’s Office has announced the indictment of 19-year-old Corey Sabb Jr., 20-year-old Dewayne Sanders, 18-year-old Allen Hill, a 17-year-old , and another 17-year-old, charged with a total of 155, 245, 76, 251, and […]
BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for the Baltimore area. The watch will remain in effect until 10 p.m. on Wednesday, July 10, 2024. Forecasters say quarter-sized hail, 65 mph wind gusts, and an isolated tornado are possible throughout the afternoon and evening hours. Residents should stay tuned to local forecasts throughout the day.
TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County officials on Wednesday announced that the county has maintained its triple-A bond ratings from all three major rating agencies, allowing the county to continue issuing bonds at the lowest possible interest rate and saving millions of dollars for Baltimore County taxpayers. Moody’s Investor Service, Fitch Ratings, and S&P Global Ratings have each reaffirmed the county’s triple-A rating […]
BALTIMORE, MD—An Excessive Heat Warning has been issued for the Baltimore area and southern Baltimore County on Wednesday. Northern Baltimore County remains under a Heat Advisory. The warning will be in effect from noon until 8 p.m. on July 10, 2024. Forecasters say dangerously hot conditions are likely with heat index values of up to 112 expected. Extreme heat and […]
SALISBURY, MD—Maryland State Police have issued an arrest warrant for a Seaford man in connection with a fatal shooting that took place in June in Wicomico County. Fernando Medina-Moreta, 27, is wanted for the murder of 23-year-old Franklin Abraham Perez Rodriguez. According to police, Medina-Moreta and Rodriguez got into a physical altercation sometime early in the morning on June 9. […]