Public Safety
Missing 16-Year-Old Swimmer Found Dead in Potomac River
The body of a 16-year-old boy who disappeared while swimming in the Potomac River has been recovered by rescue teams.
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Public Safety
Tugboat Sinks in Curtis Creek; Fireboats Respond
The Baltimore City Fire Department and environmental officials responded to a tugboat sinking in Curtis Creek after it struck an object.
Weather
Extreme Heat Warning for the Baltimore Area (Severe)
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 3 at 8:27PM EDT until July 3 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Weather
Extreme Heat Warning for the Baltimore Area (Severe)
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 3 at 8:27PM EDT until July 4 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Courts
Former Baltimore State's Attorney Marilyn Mosby Found Guilty of Perjury
Marilyn Mosby, the former state’s attorney for Baltimore, has been convicted of perjury, raising questions about her future.
Courts
Marilyn Mosby Avoids Prison Time in Fraud and Perjury Case
Former Baltimore State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby receives home detention instead of prison for her convictions.
Courts
Former Baltimore Prosecutor Marilyn Mosby Found Guilty of Perjury
Marilyn Mosby, once a prominent figure in Baltimore's legal landscape, has been convicted of perjury in a federal trial.
Courts
Marilyn Mosby Claims Ivan Bates Filed Complaint Over Adnan Syed Case
Former State's Attorney Marilyn Mosby alleges her successor filed a complaint regarding her handling of the Adnan Syed case.
Horoscope
Daily Horoscope for Saturday, July 4, 2026: All 12 Zodiac Signs
Your free daily horoscope for Saturday, July 4 — what the stars have in store for every zodiac sign, from Aries to Pisces.
Courts
State's Attorney Backs Adnan Syed's Sentence Reduction Request Amid Family Opposition
The Baltimore City State's Attorney's Office supports Adnan Syed's motion for a reduced sentence, while Hae Min Lee's family seeks to halt the request.
Weather
Baltimore Weather Forecast for Saturday, July 4: Cloudy, High 104°F / Low 78°F
Tomorrow in Baltimore (Saturday, July 4): overcast skies, a high near 104°F and a low around 78°F, with a 25% chance of precipitation.
Public Safety
Pavement Buckling from Heat Forces Closure of I-97 Northbound Lanes
Extreme heat has caused significant pavement buckling on I-97, leading to the closure of northbound lanes near Benfield Boulevard.
Public Safety
Baltimore Sees Historic Decline in Homicides and Overall Crime Rates
Baltimore's crime statistics show a significant drop in homicides, marking a historic low for the city.
Public Safety
Former Harford County EMT Arrested on Child Exploitation Charges
Jurel Daquone Leo Bowman faces multiple charges for sexual solicitation of minors following a lengthy investigation.
Weather
Air Quality Alert for the Baltimore Area
Air Quality Alert issued July 3 at 4:40PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Weather
Air Quality Alert for the Baltimore Area
Air Quality Alert issued July 3 at 4:40PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Weather
Air Quality Alert for the Baltimore Area
Air Quality Alert issued July 3 at 4:40PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Public Safety
Great American State Fair in Washington Temporarily Closes Due to Extreme Heat
The Great American State Fair on the National Mall has been shut down as a heat wave causes unsafe conditions.
Public Safety
Over 70 Patients Treated by Baltimore Fire Crews Amid Extreme Heat Wave
In response to soaring temperatures, Baltimore fire crews have treated more than 70 individuals suffering from heat-related issues.
Public Safety
Man Arrested for Robbery After His Truck is Stolen Nearby
A 29-year-old man was apprehended for allegedly robbing a Verizon store in Ellicott City shortly before reporting his truck stolen.