Sticky morning in Baltimore with highs near 86°F and only isolated showers. Heat spikes toward 100°F by Wednesday.

Baltimore's plan to reduce Hilton Street from four lanes to two and install a protected cycle track surprised neighbors at a community meeting and prompted promises of more outreach.

Baltimore Police released images and case number 260303364 as detectives seek tips about a March 11 arson in the 1300 block of North Stricker Street.

Cuples Tea House and Vinyl & Pages announced they will close their Harborplace shop at the end of summer 2026. Owners Lynnette and Eric Dodson say they'll "celebrate our wins" as they plan next steps.

A man was found shot inside a vehicle on the 200 block of N. Eutaw Street in downtown Baltimore; detectives are canvassing the area and asking for tips.

A 35-year-old man was shot near Ellwood Park on the morning of July 9 and taken to a hospital; detectives are asking witnesses to come forward.

A bus hit a building on Reisterstown Road in Pikesville Wednesday; more than 30 people were hurt and a mass casualty response was declared. Emergency crews requested a medevac and trauma team.

BARCS says it took in 92 animals in 48 hours and is operating kennels beyond capacity, warning the shelter may face euthanasia decisions unless more animals are adopted or fostered.

A judge dismissed most Child Victims Act claims alleging sexual abuse by Baltimore officers, narrowing institutional liability while survivors press cases against individual officers.

A Baltimore County paramedic must decide by Aug. 21 whether to accept a plea in a 23‑count contamination case; a trial is set for Oct. 13 if he declines.

Summer Restaurant Week runs July 10–19 in Baltimore County with dozens of participating restaurants. River Stone Grill and others will offer set menus, including a $42 three‑course option.

BioTechnical Institute of Maryland will close July 31 after revenue plunged from $1.27M to $537K, leaving local life‑sciences training in flux.

State police air crews completed three hoist rescues over the Fourth of July weekend, saving tubers, jet-skiers and an injured hiker in separate missions.