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Partial Evacuation Ordered After Underground Fire and Gas Odor Detected
Firefighters responded to an underground fire on Greenmount Avenue, leading to the evacuation of some residents for safety.
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Public Safety
Partial Evacuation of Baltimore Apartment Due to Underground Fire and Gas Odor
An underground fire and gas smell prompted the evacuation of residents in a Baltimore apartment building on Greenmount Avenue.
Public Safety
Baltimore County Fire Department Expands On-Duty Command Staff
The Baltimore County Fire Department has increased its on-duty command personnel to enhance emergency response capabilities.
Public Safety
Madison Community Reacts to Police Shooting of Man with a Knife
The shooting of a homeless man by police in Madison has sparked protests and calls for accountability amid ongoing discussions of racial injustice.
Public Safety
Fireworks Malfunction at Richmond Baseball Game Sends Sparks into Stands
A post-game fireworks display at a Richmond Flying Squirrels game malfunctioned, sending sparks into the stands but causing no serious injuries.
City Hall
Maryland Ballot-Printing Firm Implements New Safeguards After Error
Taylor Print & Visual Impressions assures election officials it has fixed a coding error that affected thousands of ballots.
Public Safety
Baltimore Reports on Serial Flasher, Gwynn Oak Shooting Suspect, and Human Remains Discovery
Authorities are investigating a series of incidents in Baltimore, including a serial flasher and a Gwynn Oak shooting suspect denied bail.
Public Safety
Man Arrested in NYC Stabbing Spree Investigated for Possible Hate Crimes
Authorities are probing whether bias motivated a series of stabbings in Manhattan's Upper West Side involving an Asian and a Jewish victim.
Transit
Dozens Injured in Pikesville Bus Crash Involving Multiple Vehicles
A major collision involving an MTA bus in Pikesville left over 30 people injured, including one critically, as it struck several cars and a FedEx building.
Public Safety
Annapolis to Lower Speed Limit on Forest Drive Amid Safety Concerns
Starting Monday, the speed limit on Forest Drive will decrease from 40 to 35 mph as part of a broader safety initiative.
Education
Bipartisan Duo Seeks School Board Seats in Carroll County
A Democrat and Republican join forces to run for Carroll County school board, focusing on local education issues over partisan politics.
City Hall
Prince George’s Planning Board Remains Neutral on Data Center Proposal Despite Local Concerns
The Prince George’s County Planning Board opted not to take a stance on a data center amendment, despite staff recommendations and community opposition.
Education
Montgomery County Schools May Reduce Portable Classrooms Amid Enrollment Changes
With declining enrollment, Montgomery County Public Schools is considering redistricting that could lessen reliance on portable classrooms.
Public Safety
School Bus Accident in Parkville Leaves Several Injured
A school bus collided with a building in Parkville, resulting in multiple injuries among those on board.
Public Safety
Baltimore Man Sought by Authorities After Probation Violation
Aaron Grant Zeigler, 38, is wanted for violating federal probation linked to a drug and gun case in Baltimore.
Public Safety
Investigation Launched Following Police-Involved Collision in Pigtown
Authorities are investigating a crash involving police vehicles in Pigtown, where two cars collided on Carroll Street.
Public Safety
Baltimore Man Missing; Last Seen in Middle River
Charles Distance, 55, has been reported missing since December 10, 2025, with possible sightings in Middle River.
City Hall
Mayor Scott Advocates for Family Responsibility Following 7-Eleven Incident
In response to a violent incident at a Baltimore 7-Eleven, Mayor Scott emphasizes the need for family accountability.
Public Safety
Remains Discovered in Middle River Identified as Missing New Jersey Woman
Baltimore County authorities confirm that human remains found in a creek are those of Kimberly Gordon, a 26-year-old from New Jersey.
Courts
Prosecutors React to Leak of Witness Identity in Baltimore Murder-for-Hire Case
Baltimore prosecutors seek urgent court measures after a rapper's identity as a cooperating witness was leaked online.