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Severe Thunderstorm Warning for the Baltimore Area (Severe)
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 5 at 7:16PM EDT until July 5 at 7:45PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
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Severe Thunderstorm Warning for the Baltimore Area (Severe)
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 5 at 7:05PM EDT until July 5 at 7:45PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Courts
Former Baltimore State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby Convicted of Perjury
Marilyn Mosby, the ex-state’s attorney for Baltimore, has been found guilty on two counts of perjury.
Courts
Kevin Ahn Faces Murder Charges in Maryland Court Appearance
Kevin Ahn appeared virtually in court on Monday to face murder charges, marking a significant development in the case.
Courts
Marilyn Mosby Found Guilty of Mortgage Fraud Charge
Former Baltimore state's attorney Marilyn Mosby has been convicted on one count of mortgage fraud but acquitted on another charge.
Courts
Jury Selection Underway for Ex-Baltimore State's Attorney Marilyn Mosby
Marilyn Mosby faces perjury charges as jury selection begins in her trial over alleged false claims related to COVID-19.
Courts
Maryland Supreme Court Rules Against Revealing Names in Church Abuse Investigation
The Maryland Supreme Court has ruled that names of individuals who allegedly concealed Church abuse cannot be disclosed.
City Hall
Baltimore Achieves Historic Low in Homicides for Early 2026, Mayor Urges Continued Efforts
Baltimore's homicide rate has dropped to an all-time low in the first half of 2026, prompting city leaders to emphasize ongoing safety initiatives.
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Severe Thunderstorm Warning for the Baltimore Area (Severe)
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 5 at 6:51PM EDT until July 5 at 7:30PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
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Severe Thunderstorm Watch for the Baltimore Area (Severe)
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued July 5 at 6:44PM EDT until July 6 at 1:00AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
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Flash Flood Warning for the Baltimore Area (Severe)
Flash Flood Warning issued July 5 at 6:40PM EDT until July 5 at 9:45PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
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Severe Thunderstorm Warning for the Baltimore Area (Severe)
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 5 at 6:09PM EDT until July 5 at 7:00PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Public Safety
Baltimore Sees Record Low in Homicides and Violent Crime Midway Through 2026
As 2026 reaches its midpoint, Baltimore reports a significant decrease in both homicides and violent crime rates.
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Flood Watch for the Baltimore Area (Severe)
Flood Watch issued July 5 at 5:22PM EDT until July 6 at 1:00AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
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Flood Watch for the Baltimore Area (Severe)
Flood Watch issued July 5 at 5:22PM EDT until July 6 at 1:00AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Public Safety
Police Investigate Potential Explosive Device at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital
A man's hand injuries led to the discovery of a suspicious device at a Baltimore hospital, prompting police intervention.
Public Safety
Investigation Underway into Cecil County Boat Explosion Injuring Nine
A boat explosion at Schaefer's Canal House and Marina on July 4th injured nine individuals, prompting an investigation into the cause.
Public Safety
Baltimore County Authorities Seek Help in Finding Missing Teen from Essex
The Baltimore County Police are actively searching for a 16-year-old girl who was last seen in Essex.
Public Safety
Four-Alarm Blaze Breaks Out at Sherwin-Williams Warehouse in Baltimore
A significant four-alarm fire has engulfed a Sherwin-Williams warehouse in Baltimore, prompting a large emergency response.
Weather
Flood Watch for the Baltimore Area (Severe)
Flood Watch issued July 5 at 2:08PM EDT until July 6 at 1:00AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC