Gov. Moore appointed Sidney A. Butcher, Otis Freeman, Elizabeth López, and Noelle W. Newman as judges, enhancing diversity in Maryland's judiciary with their varied legal backgrounds.

Baltimore State's Attorney Ivan Bates has cut direct ties with the Mayor's Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement, citing concerns over secrecy and the effectiveness of violence reduction strategies.

A Baltimore County Fire Department employee is under investigation for unspecified inappropriate conduct on duty, with union urging for safety measures and equipment assessment.

A winter system brought snow, sleet, and freezing rain to Baltimore, affecting the morning rush. The National Weather Service issued advisories and warned of slick conditions, with temperatures expected to drop overnight, posing further hazards.

Anne Arundel County Police are hunting for three carjacking suspects, one on crutches, after a vehicle was stolen in Laurel. A shotgun was reportedly displayed during the crime. Authorities seek information on the rise in county carjackings.

Kelly Madigan is resigning as Baltimore County Inspector General to take a similar role in Howard County on January 5, 2026; her deputy will serve as acting IG.

A man suffered a non-fatal gunshot wound in west Baltimore and was taken to a hospital. Police are investigating the incident and seeking information from the public.

Baltimore released an interactive map to show how the Housing Options And Opportunities Act could reshape neighborhoods, promoting transparent discussions on zoning changes for housing.

To protect the homeless from freezing temperatures, Baltimore's MOHS activated Code Purple, providing emergency shelters and warming centers across the city.

The autopsy report of Jonathan Luna, a Baltimore federal prosecutor found dead in 2003, has been unsealed, revealing his death was caused by freshwater drowning and multiple stab wounds.

Police in Baltimore discovered two individuals shot inside a crashed car; both were later pronounced dead at the hospital. The investigation is ongoing, and the authorities have called for public assistance.

A man in Sykesville was charged with setting his home on fire, with deputies and fire services responding to the incident. He admitted to the crime and faces arson charges.

Baltimore's Sandtown-Winchester community is facing the closure of the New Song Academy, raising concerns about student safety, transportation, and the impact on the local community.