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Fire in Hampden Damages Three Homes, Injures Two Firefighters
A fire on West 37th Street in Hampden injured two firefighters and damaged three rowhomes on Saturday evening.
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Baltimore Fire Department Launches Camp Spark for Young Girls
The Baltimore City Fire Department has introduced Camp Spark, aiming to inspire and empower young girls through firefighting skills.
Public Safety
Firefighters Injured in Hampden House Fire
Two firefighters suffered minor injuries while battling a fire that affected three homes in Hampden on Saturday.
Public Safety
Shooting Injures Off-Duty Baltimore Police Officer in Clifton Park
An off-duty officer sustained a minor injury in a shooting incident in Clifton Park on Saturday night.
Public Safety
Camp Spark Empowers Young Girls Through Firefighting Experience
The Baltimore City Fire Department's Camp Spark offers girls an immersive look into firefighting careers.
Public Safety
Towson Experiences Armed Robbery Incident
Local authorities are investigating an armed robbery that took place in Towson, raising concerns about community safety.
Public Safety
Off-Duty Baltimore Officer Injured in Clifton Park Shooting
An off-duty Baltimore police officer sustained a minor injury from a shooting incident in Clifton Park on Saturday night.
Public Safety
Two Dead in Toronto Mass Shooting at Major Latin Festival
A mass shooting at Toronto's largest Latin street festival leaves two dead and several injured, prompting a police investigation.
Public Safety
I-97 Overnight Lane Closures Scheduled for Repair Work in Anne Arundel
Northbound lanes of I-97 will experience overnight closures for repairs due to heat-related pavement damage from July.
Health
Maryland Faces Snow After Record-Breaking Warmth Earlier This Week
Maryland's weather shifts dramatically from warm temperatures to snow as a cold front brings winter conditions back to the region.
Health
Maryland Hospitals Recognized in America's Best-in-State Rankings for 2026
The latest rankings highlight 800 top hospitals nationwide, reflecting updated methodologies focused on care quality and patient outcomes.
Health
Remembering Robert Zadek: A Baltimore Icon (1928 - 2026)
Robert Zadek, a prominent figure in Baltimore, passed away at the age of 98, leaving a lasting legacy in the community.
Health
Spike Gjerde Launches Cafe Terracotta at Johns Hopkins Hospital
Renowned chef Spike Gjerde opens a new Levantine-inspired cafe within Johns Hopkins Hospital, focusing on local sourcing.
City Hall
Lindsey Graham's Passing Sparks Urgent Senate Replacement Process
The death of Sen. Lindsey Graham will lead to a swift primary election in South Carolina and impact upcoming legislative efforts.
Public Safety
Off-Duty Baltimore Police Officer Injured in Shooting Incident
A Baltimore police officer sustained a non-life-threatening injury during a shooting in Northeast Baltimore on Saturday night.
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Off-Duty Baltimore Police Officer Injured in Shooting
An off-duty Baltimore police officer sustained a non-life-threatening injury during a shooting incident in Northeast Baltimore on Saturday night.
Public Safety
U.S. Launches Strikes on Iran Following Vessel Attack in Strait of Hormuz
In retaliation for an Iranian strike on a container ship, the U.S. military has targeted Iran, escalating tensions in the Middle East.
Public Safety
Senator Lindsey Graham Passes Away at 71 Following Sudden Illness
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham, a prominent figure in American politics and ally of Donald Trump, has died after a brief illness.
City Hall
Maryland Constitution Faces Calls for Reform Amid Political Changes
As Maryland lawmakers prepare to convene, discussions arise about the need to amend the state's outdated constitution.
Public Safety
Senator Lindsey Graham, Key GOP Figure and Trump Ally, Passes Away at 71
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham, a prominent Republican and ally of former President Trump, has died after a brief illness.