Heat wave sets in for weekend as Baltimore bakes

BALTIMORE, MD—The heat has arrived just in time for the weekend. The National Weather Service says high temperatures will be in the mid- to upper-90s through the weekend as a heat wave sets in over the Mid-Atlantic. A Heat Advisory is in effect for the Baltimore area through 8 p.m. on Thursday with more expected throughout the weekend. Forecasters say […]

Heat Advisory issued for Thursday in Baltimore area

BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for the Baltimore area.  The advisory will be in effect from 11 a.m. until 8 p.m. on Thursday, July 21st. Heat index values of 105 to 109 degrees are expected.  Forecasters says the hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses to occur. Residents are encourage to drink plenty of fluids, […]

Maryland Primary Election 2022 Results: Olszewski, McDonough lead Baltimore County Executive race

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Maryland voted on Tuesday and many results from 2022’s primary election are still coming in. In race for governor, Trump-endorsed Dan Cox (56.2%) led the Republican charge, defeating the Hogan-endorsed Kelly Schulz (40.3%).  On the Democrats’ side, Wes Moore (36.7%) leads Tom Perez (27.4%). In the race for Baltimore County Executive, Johnny Olszewski (84.2%) defeated Adam Reuter (15.8%) on […]

Maryland Judiciary launches E-rent Pilot Program in Baltimore County

ANNAPOLIS, MD—On June 6, 2022, the District Court in Baltimore County launched an E-rent Pilot Program allowing landlords with property in Baltimore County to electronically file failure to pay rent documents into the court. Landlords and management companies who typically file multiple complaints at one time have the ability to e-file their documents using certified bulk filing service providers. A […]

Code Orange Air Quality Alert issued for Wednesday in Baltimore area

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of the Environment has issued a Code Orange Air Quality Alert for Wednesday in the Baltimore area. A Code Orange Air Quality Alert means that air pollution concentrations within the region may become unhealthy for sensitive groups. Sensitive groups include children, people suffering from asthma, heart disease or other lung diseases, and the elderly. The effects […]

BOOM ALERT: Aberdeen Proving Ground announces testing schedule for week of July 18

ABERDEEN, MD—Loud noise alert! Aberdeen Proving Ground officials have announced that the base will conduct firing tests this week. APG has daytime and nighttime testing scheduled for Tuesday, July 19, 2022 until 12 a.m. (midnight) and July 20-22, 2022 until 8 p.m. Testing will include military weapons and water craft visible during the daytime and nighttime hours. The surrounding communities […]

New BCPS pilot program requires students in northeastern Baltimore County to register for bus service

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Baltimore County Public Schools officials have launched a new pilot program aimed at easing recent woes regarding transportation to and from schools in the northeastern part of the county. To increase route efficiency and improve service to families, beginning in the 2022-2023 school year, BCPS is requiring all students eligible for transportation in the Northeast Area to register for […]