HEAT WAVE: Extreme Heat Warning issued for Monday in central Maryland, Extreme Heat Watch issued for Tuesday

BALTIMORE, MD—As the heat wave settles into central Maryland, the National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for Monday and an Extreme Heat Watch for Tuesday. The Extreme Heat Warning will be in effect from 11 a.m. until 9 p.m. on June 23, 2025.  The Extreme Heat Watch will be in effect from 11 a.m. until 9 p.m. […]

HEAT DOME: Extreme Heat Watch issued for central Maryland as heat index of 111 expected

UPDATE: An Extreme Heat Warning has now been issued for Monday in central Maryland. Original story below… ——— BALTIMORE, MD—Scorching temperatures are expected in central Maryland early next week and the National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Watch for the area. The watch will be in effect from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Monday, June 23, 2025 […]

Maryland health officials issue heat safety warning after first fatality

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Health is urging residents to take precautions against heat-related illnesses as summer temperatures rise, following the state’s first heat-related death of the year. State health officials emphasize the importance of recognizing the signs and symptoms of overheating and knowing how to stay cool, especially for vulnerable populations. “Making sure you know the signs and symptoms […]

Massive cache of 16 billion login records leaked online, posing ‘unprecedented’ exploitation risk

NEW YORK—A cybersecurity research team has uncovered 30 previously unreported datasets containing more than 16 billion login credentials, including usernames and passwords, exposed online, signaling a pervasive threat from infostealer malware. The discoveries, made by Cybernews.com researchers, reveal “supermassive datasets” ranging from tens of millions to over 3.5 billion records each. The overall cache presents a “blueprint for mass exploitation,” […]

Maryland man pleads guilty to illegally operating drone over NFL Wild Card game

BALTIMORE, MD—A Baltimore man pleaded guilty Wednesday to illegally operating a drone over M&T Bank Stadium during an NFL Wild Card game in January, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Maryland announced. Alexis Perez Suarez, 43, of Baltimore, admitted to knowingly and willfully violating national defense airspace. Magistrate Judge Charles D. Austin sentenced Suarez to one year of […]

Maryland has 3rd best internet connectivity in US, study

BALTIMORE, MD—In an age where reliable internet has become as important as electricity or running water, millions of Americans still struggle with slow speeds, high costs, and limited access. Whether you’re working from home, attending virtual classes, or simply trying to stream your favorite show, your location within the United States dramatically affects your digital experience. A new study has […]

Honda brake pedal recall affects 259,000 vehicles

DETROIT, MI—Honda Motor Co. is recalling more than 259,000 vehicles in the United States due to a faulty brake pedal that could increase the risk of a crash or injury, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced this week. The recall addresses a poorly secured pin in the brake pedal assembly, which can cause the pedal to shift out […]

Chicken fettuccine sold at Walmart, Kroger recalled after Listeria outbreak causes 17 illnesses in 13 states, three deaths

WASHINGTON, DC—The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced Tuesday that FreshRealm establishments are recalling chicken fettuccine alfredo products sold nationwide at Kroger and Walmart, citing potential contamination with an outbreak strain of Listeria monocytogenes. The outbreak has been linked to 17 illnesses across 13 states, including three deaths and one fetal loss. FreshRealm, with facilities […]