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Baltimore Police Release Details on Upton Shooting Involving Officer and Man
An officer has been identified in the shooting of a 35-year-old man in Baltimore's Upton neighborhood during a disturbance.
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Public Safety
Trump Returns on Older Air Force One Amid Rising Tensions with Iran
President Trump opted for an older model of Air Force One for his return flight from NATO, raising security concerns amid escalating U.S.-Iran tensions.
Public Safety
AI-Driven Scams Lead to Soaring Financial Losses for Americans
The rise of AI technology is exacerbating scams, with older Americans particularly vulnerable to fraud.
Public Safety
Pikesville Bus Crash Leaves 28 Injured, One in Critical Condition
A mass casualty incident in Pikesville involved an MTA bus colliding with multiple vehicles and a building, injuring 28 people.
Public Safety
Pikesville Bus Crash Leaves 33 Injured; Election Official Faces Charges
A significant bus accident in Pikesville injures dozens, while Maryland's top election official is threatened with criminal charges by the Justice Department.
Public Safety
Federal Hill Residents Voice Concerns Over Rising Crime at Community Meeting
Community members discuss safety solutions with police and lawmakers following a recent fatal shooting in the area.
Public Safety
Iran Responds with Missile Strikes Following US Airstrikes
A series of missile attacks from Iran targeted Gulf nations in retaliation for recent US airstrikes, escalating regional tensions.
Courts
Woman Convicted of Defrauding Silver Spring Man Out of $400,000
A 72-year-old woman has been found guilty of scamming a Silver Spring man over several years, with sentencing set for August.
Business
Restaurateur Faces Lawsuit After Mall Closures Linked to Crime Concerns
Desmond Reilly's eateries at The Mall in Columbia closed amid rising crime concerns, leading to a lawsuit for millions in damages.
Education
Transportation Issues Disrupt Prince George’s County Special Education Summer Program
Parents express frustration over transportation delays affecting special education students in Prince George's County’s summer program.
Public Safety
Maryland's New 'Plate Where You Live' Initiative Targets Out-of-State Tags
The Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration intensifies efforts to enforce vehicle registration compliance with a new campaign and penalties.
Public Safety
Pikesville Bus Accident Leaves 28 Injured
A bus crash in Pikesville resulted in multiple injuries, with one person in critical condition as emergency services respond.
Weather
Coastal Flood Advisory for the Baltimore Area (Minor)
Coastal Flood Advisory issued July 9 at 4:14AM EDT until July 9 at 7:00AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Weather
Flood Watch for the Baltimore Area (Severe)
Flood Watch issued July 9 at 4:10AM EDT until July 9 at 11:00PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Public Safety
Bus Crash in Pikesville Leaves 33 Injured, Mass Casualty Incident Declared
A bus collided with a building in Pikesville, injuring 33 individuals, two of whom are in critical condition.
City Hall
Martin O'Malley Commends Spencer's Initiative for City Data Transparency
Former Baltimore Mayor Martin O'Malley has expressed support for Mayor Brandon Scott's commitment to making city data more accessible.
Public Safety
Dozens Injured in Baltimore County Bus Accident
A bus crash in Baltimore County has resulted in multiple injuries, prompting a significant emergency response.
Courts
Governor Moore Names New Judges for District Courts in Anne Arundel, Allegany, and Charles Counties
Governor Wes Moore has appointed four new judges to the District Courts in Anne Arundel, Allegany, and Charles Counties, enhancing the judicial landscape.
Public Safety
Bus Crash in Pikesville Leaves Over 30 Injured
A late afternoon bus collision in Pikesville resulted in multiple injuries and significant damage to vehicles and a building.
Education
Baltimore County's $2.5 Billion School Budget Now Active Amid Legal Uncertainty
The Baltimore County Public Schools' budget has commenced despite an ongoing legal challenge questioning its approval.