Vision to Learn returns to Baltimore County Public Library branches to offers free eye exams for kids

TOWSON, MD—Vision To Learn, a nonprofit with a mission to help all children see clearly, is back for a seventh year at Baltimore County Public Library branches, offering free eye exams and providing glasses, if needed, for those 18 years old and younger. The program is once again expanding, making a total of 32 stops at 18 branches between Tuesday, […]

Tornado Watch issued for Baltimore area

BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch for the Baltimore area. The Watch will remain in effect until midnight Friday night/Saturday morning, May 31, 2025. Severe storms are expected to develop which may contain ping pong ball-sized hail, 65 mph wind gusts, and may produce tornadoes. Residents should remain weather-aware throughout the evening.

Police searching for missing teen last seen in Towson area

UPDATE: Xoewell has been located. Original story below… ——— TOWSON, MD—Police in Baltimore County are searching for a missing teen. Xoewell Parker, 16, is 5’07” tall and weighs 130 pounds. He was last seen in the Towson area wearing a gray, hooded sweatshirt, a blue t-shirt, black jeans, and black and white sneakers. Anyone with information on Xoewell Parker’s whereabouts […]

Loch Raven library branch to close for roof replacement

LOCH RAVEN, MD—Baltimore County Public Library’s Loch Raven Branch will temporarily close for a roof replacement. The branch will be closed Monday, June 2, through Saturday, June 7, 2025. The branch will reopen to customers on Monday, June 9th. While the branch is closed, customers can use the Towson or Parkville-Carney branches. The digital library is also available 24/7. Baltimore […]

BCPS summer breakfast, lunch program to begin on June 23

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Public Schools will offer free breakfast and lunch meals every weekday through the Summer Food Service Program beginning Monday, June 23, through Friday, August 15 (with the exception of Friday, July 4). Free meals are available for all children ages 2-18. There are several ways to access free summer meals for eligible children: Organized Program Sites BCPS […]