A lightning strike caused a fire in a Pikesville apartment, killing a dog and displacing over 15 residents. Two firefighters were injured but released from the hospital.

Firefighters in Baltimore County rescued a horse from an 8-10 foot pit after it fell through a wooden plank. The horse was sedated and lifted out without injuries.

Anne Arundel County Police report a decline in major crimes, crediting a mix of police work, data-driven strategies, technology use, and community relations.

An 18-year-old woman was shot in the hand in West Baltimore; detectives are investigating, with no suspects yet. Her injuries aren't life-threatening.

Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott defends the city's crime reduction after former President Trump critiqued it, citing a significant decrease in homicides and successful crime intervention strategies.

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.