Olszewski announces legislation to create Baltimore County ‘Fair Election Fund’

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski on Monday announced that he will introduce legislation to create Baltimore County’s first public financing system for candidates for County Council and County Executive, beginning with the 2026 election cycle. Olszewski has proposed a package of reforms in recent months, including a proposed charter amendment to create a system for public financing for candidates. […]

Baltimore County Public Schools officials warn parents of possible bus driver call-outs

NOTTINGHAM, MD—As Baltimore County officials work to address the school bus driver shortage by creating incentives for drivers, BCPS officials are warning parents of possible driver call-outs. Baltimore County Public Schools officials sent the following email to parents at the end of last week: “Dear Parents and Guardians: We have learned that some Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) bus drivers […]

BCPS schools, offices to be closed on Wednesday, November 24

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Public Schools officials on Friday announced that all schools and offices will be closed on Wednesday, November 24, immediately preceding the Thanksgiving holiday. “BCPS staff have worked tirelessly throughout the pandemic to ensure the safety of students and provide them with high-quality instruction, meals and support,” said BCPS Superintendent Dr. Darryl L. Williams. “In recognition of their […]

Violent motorcycle gang members arrested following month-long investigation

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Police Department on Friday announced that detectives had recently concluded a month-long investigation into members of a violent motorcycle gang  operating in the Baltimore area. Police arrested eight members of the organization for violent crimes and other felony charges. Officers seized twelve firearms including three “ghost guns” related to the case. The Harford County Sheriff’s Office […]

Baltimore County government offices to close on Thursday, November 11 for Veteran’s Day

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County government offices will be closed on Thursday, November 11 in observance of Veteran’s Day. Department of Health and Human Services COVID-19 testing sites will be closed, and CountyRide vans will not operate. Department of Health and Human Services COVID-19 vaccination clinics will operate as scheduled, parking meters must be fed, and Baltimore County Revenue Authority parking garages […]

AAA: Thanksgiving travel to rebound nearly pre-pandemic levels

BALTIMORE, MD—Airports and roads may seem jam-packed this year, as AAA predicts that about 53.4 million people will travel for the Thanksgiving holiday, up 13% from 2020. This brings travel volumes within 5% of pre-pandemic levels in 2019, with air travel almost completely recovering from its dramatic fall during the pandemic, up 80% over last year. As restrictions continue to […]