Officials warn that 'pool hopping' — sneaking into closed city pools — can be deadly after children were seen entering Patterson Park and staff recalled a near-drowning rescue.

A man was airlifted in critical condition after an apparent explosion near Annapolis. Anne Arundel County fire officials say the cause is under investigation.

Cool, sunny Tuesday in Baltimore with highs near 77°F; a rapid warmup pushes temps into the low 90s by the weekend. Boaters: advisories through mid‑morning.

Mayor Brandon Scott says Baltimore recorded 40 homicides in May — a 23.1% year‑over‑year drop — and credits police, prosecutors and community programs for the progress.

A suspected robber who allegedly used a shotgun and assaulted a customer surrendered after a brief chase that ended on I‑895, police say. A multi‑agency task force located the getaway vehicle.

Jesús Sánchez left Sunday’s game at Camden Yards after a ball thrown from the right-field bleachers struck his wrist. The Orioles say the fan was identified and removed as the club investigates.

CCBC faculty reached a tentative union contract that includes 12.6% raises, academic‑freedom protections and a new faculty sick‑leave bank. The deal must still be ratified by members.

The Maryland Port Administration closed the truck-only bridge between Dundalk and Seagirt after inspectors found advanced deterioration. Officials say cargo operations will continue through main gates.

A peer‑reviewed study argues census entries cited in 2020 don't conclusively show Johns Hopkins owned enslaved people, reopening debate in Baltimore.

Investigators say a Habitat for Humanity home on Cardin Way in Cambridge was intentionally set on fire, damaging a volunteer-built house and delaying a local affordable-housing project.

Police cordoned off the 6900 block of Harford Road after an early‑morning shooting that left at least one person injured; detectives were seen following a blood trail while processing the scene.

A Harford County judge said he’s willing to vacate the 2025 injunction that ousted Aaron Penman, but paused before deciding whether to reinstate him. Alison Imhoff will be added as a party.

A former Frederick police corporal pleaded guilty in Adams County to two felonies tied to child sexual abuse material; sentencing is set for Aug. 20.