Two men were kidnapped at gunpoint in Annapolis; police arrested three suspects and recovered firearms, while the victims escaped without serious injuries.

Baltimore Police are probing a shooting that injured a 15-year-old boy in East Baltimore. The incident occurred on North Castle Street, with ShotSpotter detecting the gunfire.

BGE calls for energy-saving steps from customers due to an unplanned power plant outage, to prevent potential blackouts, while repairs are underway and customers are advised to prepare for possible outages.

Maryland's Tax-Free Week, with a 6% sales tax waiver for certain clothing and footwear under $100 and a tax exemption on the first $40 of backpacks, coincides with back-to-school preparations.

A Waldorf, Maryland house fire resulted in six deaths, including four children. The cause is under investigation, with no criminal activity indicated.

UMMC and its physicians' union have agreed on a contract with a 20% pay raise over three years, additional vacation, and the creation of a Labor-Management Committee.

Howard County enforces new parking regulations for commercial vehicles, with increased fines starting at $250, aiming to address neighborhood disruptions. A grace period until Sept. 7 allows warnings before strict enforcement begins.

Baltimore's weather will remain consistent due to a high-pressure system. Weekend conditions include light onshore flow and below-normal temperatures, with a heatwave expected next week.

Mixed weather conditions are forecasted for Baltimore, with stability from a high-pressure system being challenged by moisture from a low-pressure system, potentially resulting in weekend rainfall and minor coastal flooding.

Baltimore County is on a DOJ list of sanctuary jurisdictions, which officials dispute, emphasizing their commitment to law enforcement and community safety.

A chemical leak at Tilley Distribution in Baltimore County was contained with no injuries or community threat; separate incidents of CO exposure occurred in Ocean City and Southeast Baltimore.

Baltimore reports a significant decrease in homicides, with numbers reaching a 50-year low. Mayor Scott attributes this to collaborative efforts among law enforcement and the community.

Tracy Jeter was found guilty of First-Degree Murder, facing life in prison with sentencing set for September 2025, after disguising himself and fatally shooting Travon Benson in Baltimore.