Public Safety
Odenton Couple Succumbs Days Apart After Local Car Accident
An elderly couple from Odenton has died just days apart following a car accident that occurred close to their home.
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Transit
Metro Subway Service Hours to Change, Ending One Hour Earlier
The Maryland Transit Administration will modify Metro Subway service, concluding operations one hour earlier each day.
Transit
Witness Shares Experience from Bus Where Fetuses Were Discovered
A passenger recounts the unsettling experience on a bus where human fetuses were found, raising concerns in Baltimore.
Transit
Family of Man Killed in MTA Bus Incident Calls for Accountability
The family of a man who died after falling under an MTA bus is speaking out, seeking answers and accountability.
Transit
MTA to Upgrade Fare Collection System with New Charm Pass App
The Maryland Transit Administration is set to replace old fareboxes with modern systems, transitioning to the CharmPass app for payments.
Transit
MTA Focuses on Key Options for New Baltimore-Towson Transit Line
The Maryland Transit Administration has narrowed down transit options between Baltimore and Towson, focusing on light rail, heavy rail, and bus rapid transit.
Public Safety
U.S.-Iran Negotiations Halted Amid Escalating Violence in Lebanon
Vice President JD Vance cancels Switzerland trip as U.S.-Iran talks are postponed due to ongoing conflict in Lebanon.
Public Safety
Peeling Coating Discovered at Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Following Major Renovation
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool shows signs of peeling blue material just days after a $14.7 million renovation.
Public Safety
Towson Town Center Implements Parental Guidance After Teen Incident
Following a concerning message about a teen takeover, Towson Town Center has introduced parental guidance measures for young visitors.
City Hall
Retiree Takes on City Hall Over Pothole Repair Costs
A Baltimore retiree is challenging the city after being billed $831 for pothole repairs on a street near his home.
Courts
Governor Moore Names New Judges for Baltimore and Frederick Counties
Governor Wes Moore has appointed new judges to serve in Baltimore and Frederick counties, enhancing the local judiciary.
City Hall
Prince George’s Council Diverts Funds Amid Controversy Over Project Charges
Two council members seek to redirect millions from park funds to favored organizations, raising concerns of favoritism and legal challenges.
City Hall
Gavin Buckley Faces Political Scrutiny in Anne Arundel Council Race
Former Annapolis Mayor Gavin Buckley is back on the ballot, facing both support and criticism as he runs for a council seat.
City Hall
Majority of Montgomery County At-Large Council Candidates Reside in Silver Spring
A significant number of candidates for Montgomery County's at-large council seats hail from Silver Spring, raising concerns about regional representation.
Public Safety
Baltimore Parents Detained by ICE Outside School Drop-Off
A couple's detention by ICE outside their daughter's school raises concerns about agency practices and community impact.
Courts
Baltimore Man Found Not Criminally Responsible for Ice Cream Truck Driver's Death
A Baltimore man charged with the murder of an ice cream truck driver has been deemed not criminally responsible by a court.
City Hall
Retired Baltimore Resident Takes on City Over Pothole Repair Costs
A Baltimore retiree is challenging the city for reimbursement of $831 spent on pothole repairs after repeated requests for action.
City Hall
Baltimore Mayor Scott Approves Bill to Revise Youth Fund Oversight
The new legislation aims to enhance accountability and transparency in the management of the city's youth fund.
Courts
Federal Court Upholds Sentencing in Maryland Drug Case
A federal court in Maryland affirms the sentencing of a drug trafficking operation leader, highlighting ongoing efforts against narcotics.
Courts
Criminal Charges Filed Against Chief Engineer Following 2024 Bridge Collapse in Baltimore
The chief engineer involved in the 2024 Baltimore bridge collapse is facing criminal charges as investigations continue.