PBS to air new documentary examining Key Bridge disaster one year later [VIDEO]

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland Public Television, in partnership with WBAL-TV, will present the premiere of Key Bridge Disaster: Reflect, Recover, Rebuild on Wednesday, March 19 at 8 p.m. on MPT-HD and online at https://www.mpt.org/livestream. The documentary will also be available to view live and on-demand using the free PBS app and MPT’s online video player. As residents of Maryland prepare to mark […]

BCPS graduation rate rises for second straight year, dropout rate improves

TOWSON, MD—The four-year cohort graduation rate for Baltimore County Public Schools students rose —for the second year in a row—to 85.84 percent, according to data released by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) on February 25. The graduation rate for the Class of 2024 increased by nearly one percentage point from the previous year’s rate of 84.99 percent. The […]

Amazon driver runs over woman in Baltimore hit-and-run, Baltimore County man turns himself in [VIDEO]

UPDATE: Jerome Young has been sentenced. UPDATE: Felony charges have been dropped and Jerome Young now faces a maximum of three years in prison.  He still faces negligent and reckless driving offenses. Original story below… BALTIMORE, MD—An Amazon driver has turned himself in after being caught on video running over a woman in a Baltimore City hit-and-run. The accident occurred […]

Winter Weather Advisory issued for Thursday in Baltimore area

BALTIMORE, MD—The next round of wintry precipitation is heading toward the Baltimore area. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for Baltimore County and Baltimore City.  The advisory will be in effect from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Thursday, February 20, 2025. Light snowfall is expected with accumulations of up to one inch. The first snow […]

Baltimore County Police Department to hold recruitment marathon this weekend

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Police Department will be holding a recruitment marathon this weekend. The event will take place on Saturday, February 22, 2025 in multiple locations. Attendees will begin the day with an opportunity to take the BCoPD agility test at two Coppermine Athletic Club locations, Bel Air & Timonium, from 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Those who can’t […]

Casting calls to be held at select Baltimore County Public Library branches

UPDATE: BCPL officials say all spots are now full. Original story below… ——— TOWSON, MD—Are you ready for your close-up? This could be your big chance. The Baltimore County Public Library is looking for enthusiastic stars to be part of its upcoming video shoots. Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just love the idea of your big break, this could […]

Winter Storm Watch issued for Tuesday in Baltimore area, up to 6 inches expected

BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch for the Baltimore area. The watch will be in effect from 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 11, 2025 until 7:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February 12th. Forecasters say heavy snow is possible. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 6 inches are likely, with locally higher amounts possible. Motorists should plan […]