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Severe Weather Forces Cancellation of BSO Concert and Fireworks
The Star-Spangled 250 concert at Oregon Ridge has been called off due to severe weather warnings issued for the area.
Transit
Metrorail Train Derails Near College Park Due to Heat-Related Track Issue
Emergency services evacuated eleven passengers and hospitalized one after a train derailment near College Park on Saturday.
City Hall
Baltimore Officials Address Rising Juvenile Crime Rates
City leaders express concerns over juvenile crime and the effectiveness of electronic monitoring as summer approaches.
City Hall
Baltimore's Annual Spring Cleanup Event Scheduled for April 2026
Mayor Brandon Scott invites residents to participate in the Spring Cleanup and Day of Service on April 25, 2026.
City Hall
Residents Demand Budget Reforms as Baltimore City Council Considers $5B Plan
At a recent City Council meeting, Baltimore residents voiced concerns over proposed budget cuts and called for reforms.
City Hall
Mayor Scott Expresses Outrage Over Arrest of Safe Streets Worker Linked to Park Heights Shooting
Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott reacts strongly to the arrest of a Safe Streets worker involved in a recent shooting incident.
City Hall
Mayor Addresses Crime, Infrastructure, and Living Costs in State of the City Speech
In her State of the City address, Baltimore's mayor discusses rising crime rates, infrastructure needs, and the cost of living.
City Hall
Baltimore City and OIG Director Face Off in Court Over Subpoena Compliance
The city is contesting the OIG's access to certain files, leading to a legal battle over subpoena enforcement.
Courts
Court Battles Loom Over MONSE Records in Baltimore
Disputes regarding access to financial records from the Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement may escalate to legal action.
Courts
Two Candidates Challenge Carroll County Sheriff in Upcoming Elections
As the election season heats up, two challengers have emerged against Carroll County's long-serving sheriff, alongside a competitive race for state's attorney.
Public Safety
Annapolis Cancels July 4 Events Amid Severe Weather Threat
The Independence Day Parade and Electric Brigade concert in Annapolis have been canceled due to forecasts of severe thunderstorms.
Public Safety
Severe Thunderstorm Watch in Effect for Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia
Residents in Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia should prepare for possible severe thunderstorms as a watch has been issued.
Weather
Severe Thunderstorm Watch for the Baltimore Area (Severe)
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued July 4 at 2:16PM EDT until July 4 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Public Safety
Massive Sinkhole Forces Closure of Cowenton Avenue in Perry Hall
A significant sinkhole has led to the closure of Cowenton Avenue in Perry Hall as crews work on repairs.
Public Safety
Naked Man Found on Former Columbus Statue Pedestal in Baltimore
A 26-year-old man was removed from the pedestal of the former Columbus statue in the Inner Harbor, prompting police intervention.
Public Safety
Performance Artist Removed from Inner Harbor Pedestal
A naked performance artist took to the former Columbus statue pedestal at the Inner Harbor, prompting police intervention.
Public Safety
Performance Artist Removed from Columbus Statue Pedestal at Inner Harbor
A naked performance artist was removed from the former Columbus statue pedestal at Baltimore's Inner Harbor by police on Saturday.
Public Safety
D.C. Celebrates 250 Years of Independence with Fireworks and Flyovers Amid Heat Warning
As the nation celebrates its 250th birthday, D.C. hosts a grand event featuring military displays and fireworks, despite extreme heat conditions.
Weather
Baltimore Faces 102-Degree Heat Amid Storm Threats This Fourth of July
Extreme heat continues to grip Maryland as severe thunderstorms are expected, bringing potential wind gusts of up to 70 mph.