Flood Watch issued for Baltimore area through Wednesday afternoon

BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for the Baltimore area. The watch will be in effect through Wednesday afternoon, April 3, 2024. Forecasters say multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms are expected through Wednesday. One to two inches of rain is most likely, with localized amounts up to 4 inches possible. This may result in flooding […]

More severe weather possible on Wednesday in Baltimore area

BALTIMORE, MD—The threat for severe weather will continue through Wednesday in the Baltimore area. The National Weather Service says severe thunderstorms with damaging wind gusts and a brief tornado or two are possible on Wednesday. Isolated instances of flooding are also possible throughout the day on Wednesday. Isolated showers are possible on Thursday before things begin to clear out just […]

Severe storms possible in Baltimore area on Tuesday

BALTIMORE, MD—Following a beautiful Easter Sunday in the Baltimore area, stormy weather will likely move through the region on Tuesday. The National Weather Service says scattered storms will likely pass through the Baltimore area on Tuesday afternoon and evening. Forecasters say residents can expect damaging wind gusts, hail, and possibly even a tornado or two. Localized flooding is also possible […]

County Executive Olszewski announces Baltimore County Litter Blitz 2024

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski has announced the launch of BaltCo Litter Blitz 2024 and is seeking residents and organizations to team up and tackle litter in the county. The effort will run from April to May, and will involve community cleanups and a map-based record of cleanup efforts. Participating groups can register their events and indicate whether they […]

BGE to hold virtual meeting on transmission upgrade project to affect northeastern Baltimore County, southern Harford County

NOTTINGHAM, MD—BGE will hold a virtual meeting in April to discuss a large transmission upgrade project called BGE Brandon Shores Mitigation. The project will affect Middle River, White Marsh, Fallston, and other areas in northeastern Baltimore County and southern Harford County. The project is necessary due to the announced retirement of Talen Energy’s Brandon Shores Generating Station, a significant coal-fired […]

Councilman Marks nominates Carney resident to Landmarks Commission

CARNEY, MD—Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced on Monday that he will recommend the appointment of Carney resident Daniel Dean to the vacant Fifth District seat on the Baltimore County Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC). The LPC reviews nominations for structures to be placed on the county inventory of historic landmarks, and advises residents, businesses, and other stakeholders on preservation laws. […]

Winning $25K Pick 5 ticket sold in Carney, winning $1M Powerball ticket remains unclaimed

UPDATE: The $1 million Powerball prize has been claimed. Original story below… BALTIMORE, MD—There were some big lottery winners in the Baltimore area this past week as the Powerball jackpot continues to soar. Maryland Lottery officials say a winning $25,000 Pick 5 ticket was sold on March 18 at Quick Stop Food Mart, located at 3301 E. Joppa Road in […]

BOOM ALERT: Aberdeen Proving Ground announces testing schedule for week of March 25

ABERDEEN, MD—Loud noise alert! Aberdeen Proving Ground officials say the base has firing operations scheduled for the week of March 25, 2024. APG has daytime and nighttime testing scheduled for Monday, March 25 – Friday, March 29, from approximately 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Noise may be heard in some areas off the installation. Officials say these operations are not […]