Severe thunderstorms, significant hail likely in Baltimore area on Monday

UPDATE: The National Weather Service now says the greatest threat for severe weather will be between 2 p.m. and 10 p.m. Original story below… BALTIMORE, MD—After spotty storms move through the area on Sunday, forecasters say severe thunderstorms and even some hail are likely in and around Baltimore on Monday. The National Weather Service says a strong system arriving on […]

Incoming BCPS superintendent announces transition team

TOWSON, MD—Dr. Myriam Yarbrough, who will begin her term as superintendent of Baltimore County Public Schools on July 1, 2023, on Friday announced the members of her transition team. The 39-member team includes current and retired BCPS educators, staff, and administrators, employee association leaders, higher education administrators, business and community partners, and law enforcement representatives. Members of the transition team […]

Ahead of legalization, police warn motorists of risks of cannabis-impaired driving

TOWSON, MD—In preparation for the legalization of cannabis in Maryland on July 1, 2023, the Baltimore County Police Department is reminding area motorists to know their limits and be aware of the risks associated with cannabis-impaired driving. Cannabis and marijuana consumption can impair driving, negatively impacting reaction time, motor coordination, and attention. Duration of cannabis intoxication/impairment can vary widely and […]

Police investigating after anti-Semitic literature found in Parkville, Cockeysville

PARKVILLE, MD—The Baltimore County Police Department’s Parkville Precinct and Cockeysville Precinct have taken several reports of literature being left in local neighborhoods. The reports have been coming in since January and, in some cases, police say the propaganda had an anti-Semitic tone to it. As detectives investigate this national trend, they are asking  anyone with information concerning these cases to […]

Vision to Learn returns to Baltimore County Public Library to provide free eye exams to children

Towson, MD) – Baltimore County Public Library this week announced the return of Vision To Learn. The nonprofit dedicated to providing free eye exams and, if needed, glasses to children visits 15 of our branches over the summer months. Studies have consistently shown that clear vision is directly linked to a child’s ability to learn effectively. Unfortunately, many children in […]

Robbery reported in Fullerton, suspect arrested following Parkville assault

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Police are investigating an assault, a robbery, and two burglaries that were reported over the past week. At just after 9:15 a.m. on Tuesday, June 13, 2023, a first-degree assault with a weapon was reported in the 8400-block of Arbor Station Way in Parkville (21234).  The suspect was subsequently arrested. At just after 12:30 a.m. on Friday, June 16, […]

BOOM ALERT: Aberdeen Proving Ground announces testing schedule for this week

ABERDEEN, MD—Loud noise alert! Aberdeen Proving Ground officials say the base has firing operations scheduled for this week. Testing operations are scheduled to take place this week from 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.  Noise may be heard in some areas off the installation. Military weapons will be visible during daytime and nighttime hours. Residents may hear weapons firing and see […]