Career and Technical Education annual ceremony recognizes 154 outstanding BCPS students

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Public Schools premiered a virtual 51st Annual Career and Technical Education (CTE) Student Recognition Ceremony on May 14. During the ceremony, 154 seniors – one student from each CTE program at each high school – were recognized as exemplary students. Students honored in the ceremony are listed below: Catonsville High School Apprenticeship Maryland Program – Jacob Gundlach […]

Baltimore County Police Department warns of storm damage repair scams

TOWSON, MD—Following recent storms in the area, the Baltimore County Police Department is urging residents to be cautious of potential scams related to storm damage repair. The department emphasizes the importance of researching contractors thoroughly before making any decisions regarding home or business repairs. Residents are advised to be wary of unsolicited offers from individuals going door-to-door offering repair services. […]

Severe storms produce tornado, sewage overflow in Baltimore County

BALTIMORE, MD—Friday night’s severe storms wreaked havoc on the Baltimore area, producing a tornado, causing excessive damage, and resulting in a sewage overflow and water quality advisory. The National Weather Service has confirmed that an EF-1 tornado formed in Baltimore City and continued to move through the Dundalk/Sparrows Point area. The tornado was on the ground from 5:51 to 6:01 […]

Foundation for Baltimore County Public Library launches 2025 fundraising campaign

TOWSON, MD—Foundation for Baltimore County Public Library has announced the launch of The BIG Give – Let’s Do Something BIG, Together!, a six-week fundraising campaign dedicated to supporting critical programs and services. The campaign runs from May 19 to June 30, with a special Kickoff Day Celebration happening at select library branches on Monday, May 19, from 3 p.m. to […]

Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for Baltimore area

BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for the Baltimore area. The watch will remain in effect through 10 p.m. on Friday, May 16, 2025. Forecasters say that severe storms may develop on Friday afternoon and into the evening hours. Multiple rounds of storms are possible. The main threats associated with these storms will be damaging […]