April brought one of Baltimore's lowest monthly homicide totals even as nonfatal shootings surged — a split that leaves officials and neighborhoods uneasy. Numbers show arrests in the higher-volume shootings remain limited.

Harford County deputies arrested a 56-year-old after he allegedly posed as a Maryland trooper at Joppatowne Plaza; investigators seized fake badges, vests and an SUV with lights.

An unidentified 31-year-old man was found shot and killed in Southwest Baltimore Tuesday; homicide detectives are investigating. Officials are asking for tips.

A 47-year-old man is in serious condition after an early-morning shooting on the 2800 block of Edmondson Avenue in West Baltimore. Detectives are asking the public for tips.

Maryland lawmakers secured nearly $1.2M to expand Baltimore’s Group Violence Reduction Strategy, giving the city federal support as the program moves into new districts.

Three months in, Anne Arundel’s switch to 12‑hour patrols shows early wins — lower overtime and fewer vacancies — but the union and researchers warn of fatigue risks.

Baltimore police released a photo after an aggravated assault in the 2200 block of West Cold Spring Lane and asked the public for tips. Metro Crime Stoppers is offering a reward.

Baltimore County families report months‑long waits for loved ones’ remains as the FBI warns AI‑powered scams are on the rise. State investigators have even made arrests in a separate crematory probe.

A 19‑year‑old man was shot in Sandtown‑Winchester and walked into a hospital; police say he is stable and detectives are investigating. Neighbors are being asked to share tips.

Chesapeake High forfeited two softball games after students allegedly taunted a Black player on a livestream; the district says disciplinary action left the roster short.

Six people, including a juvenile, were arrested after police linked them to dozens of commercial burglaries that targeted cash across Howard and Anne Arundel counties.

The Faidley family’s long‑delayed Catonsville restaurant begins a reservations‑only soft opening, bringing its jumbo lump crab‑cake legacy and a new event space to 720 Frederick Road.

Seppia, from the owners of La Cuchara, opened on Hampden’s Avenue with seafood-focused pastas, a large Italian wine list and a restored Five & Dime interior.