Baltimore County seeks community heroes for annual awards

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Executive Kathy Klausmeier is calling on residents to nominate individuals for the county’s third annual Community Heroes Awards. The awards recognize seven individuals—one from each County Council district—who have made significant contributions to their communities. Nominations are open until June 30 and can be submitted online. To nominate an individual, residents must submit a 350-word description of […]

Baltimore County Public Library announces summer pause on Sunday hours

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Public Library has announced that Sunday, May 18, 2025 will be the last day for Sunday hours as it adjusts to its summer schedule. Seven branches—Arbutus, Cockeysville, North Point, Owings Mills, Perry Hall, Pikesville and Towson—will be closed on Sundays starting May 25, and will resume Sunday hours on Sunday, September 7. The decision was based on […]

REAL ID Act now enforced nationwide, what you need to know in Maryland

BALTIMORE, MD—The REAL ID Act of 2005, a long-delayed policy requiring air passengers to show identification that complies with the act, is now in effect. Travelers nationwide are now required to present a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or ID card at airports. The policy, enacted in response to the September 11, 2001, terror attacks, has been repeatedly delayed by the […]

Severe storm chances continue throughout Baltimore area on Monday

BALTIMORE, MD—Forecasters say severe storms are once again possible throughout the Baltimore area on Monday afternoon and evening. The National Weather Service says a slow-moving low pressure system will result in continued opportunities for showers and thunderstorms through Tuesday. A few of these storms could be strong to severe on Monday afternoon and evening, during which time storms could produce […]

Police searching for missing teen last seen in Towson area

UPDATE: Shaniya Hallman-Robinson has been located. Original story below… ——— TOWSON, MD—Police in Baltimore County are searching for a missing teen. Shaniya Hallman-Robinson, 13, is 5’06” tall and weighs 120 pounds. She was last seen at around 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 3, 2025, in the Towson area wearing all black clothing with black and pink socks and black open […]

Baltimore County unveils 5-year strategic plan for aging population

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Department of Aging has released its five-year strategic plan in recognition of Older Americans Month, aiming to address the evolving needs of the county’s growing senior population. The plan, announced by Director Heang K. Tan, prioritizes affordable aging, caregiver support, healthy aging, communication, and volunteerism. With the population of Baltimore County residents aged 60 and over […]

Marks, Henn: Over $27 million allocated in new budget to upgrade eastside schools

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Baltimore County Councilman David Marks and Baltimore County Board of Education member Julie Henn on Wednesday announced that the proposed Fiscal Year 2026 budget includes $27 million to upgrade public schools in the Fifth District, including the chiller replacement at Martin Boulevard Elementary School and mechanical upgrades at Oliver Beach Elementary School. All public school classrooms in the Fifth […]