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Two men were shot Monday night on North Eutaw Street; both are in stable condition and police are asking for tips. Detectives are investigating the downtown shooting.
Weather & Environment in ...
Light showers Monday morning, then a sharp warm‑up — highs in the 80s by midweek and a chance of thunderstorms.
Gusty southwest winds and low humidity raise wildfire risk in Baltimore today; avoid outdoor burning and secure loose items.
Tobacco companies asked a judge to dismiss Baltimore's cigarette‑filter pollution suit, saying the 1998 Master Settlement Agreement bars the claims. Baltimore says the case targets environmental harm and seeks cleanup costs.
Four men were injured when debris fell at the Yellow Springs Elementary construction site in Frederick; one was airlifted with serious injuries.
A Worcester County judge gave an Ocean City man 40 years after a Dec. 2024 parking‑lot crash that killed a 59‑year‑old pedestrian. Police say surveillance and witnesses tied the suspect to the scene.
A joint sweep by the Southwest District Action Team and Baltimore County narcotics officers in Southwest Baltimore resulted in a significant drug seizure and three arrests. Police say the probe remains active.
A Glen Burnie traffic stop turned up suspected Suboxone, oxycodone and $2,519 in cash — including several $2 bills.
Community & Society in ...
Maryland spent about $16 million in 2025 hauling dumped trash from state highways, from mattresses to piles of tires. Officials and lawmakers are debating enforcement and disposal fixes.
A Baltimore jury trial tied to a Pleasant View Gardens shooting was pushed to May 18 after a reception-court rescheduling. The defendant faces attempted murder and multiple gun charges.
A driver fled after hitting two pedestrians on West North Avenue Wednesday; police say the victims were hospitalized and the injured driver walked away from the scene.
Retail & Industry in ...
Onelife Fitness will convert the former JCPenney at Annapolis Mall into a 66,000‑sq‑ft, multimillion‑dollar club with pools, turf, spa services and childcare as the mall shifts toward experiential tenants.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
A proposed PSC order filed March 19 would allow BGE's multi‑county transmission plan tied to the Brandon Shores closure to move ahead, and opponents have a narrow appeals window.
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