Shooting reported in Middle River

MIDDLE RIVER, MD—Police are on the scene of a Saturday night shooting in Middle River. At just after 10:30 p.m. on July 29, officers responded to a reported shooting in the 500-block of Middle River Road (21220). Police say one male victim has been transported to an area hospital. There has been no update on the victim’s condition. No further […]

Severe storms possible in Baltimore area on Saturday, Heat Advisory in effect

BALTIMORE, MD—A hot and humid Saturday in the Baltimore area will bring a chance for more severe storms. The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory (the Excessive Heat Warning has been cancelled) as dangerous heat index values of 100-110 degrees are forecast for much of the area. Scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms are expected, especially on Saturday […]

Maryland Department of Natural Resources awards $22.9 million for Chesapeake and Coastal Bay restoration projects

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Natural Resources this week announced the award of $22.9 million from the Chesapeake and Atlantic Coastal Bays Trust Fund to 24 ecological restoration projects encompassing 95 sites throughout the state. The projects were selected to improve water quality and habitat in the Chesapeake Bay watershed while building local resilience to climate impacts. “This valuable funding […]

Excessive Heat Warning issued for Saturday in Baltimore area, heat index of 111 degrees expected

UPDATE: The Excessive Heat Warning has been cancelled and a Heat Advisory has been issued. Heat index values are expected to reach 108 degrees. Original story below… ——— BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for the Baltimore area. This new warning will be in effect from noon until 8 p.m. on Saturday, July 29, 2023. […]

State Police announce National Night Out activities across Maryland

PIKESVILLE, MD—Maryland State Police will visit communities throughout the state in support of National Night Out, an event that aims to bridge law enforcement agencies and the communities they serve. National Night Out since 1984 has been observed annually on the first Tuesday of August. This year’s event is on Tuesday, August 1, 2023. Police officers throughout the country will […]