Extreme cold hits Baltimore with advisories in place; winds to weaken. Conditions forecasted to improve, with a potential wintry mix later in the week. Travel may be affected.

Dennis Randle, 59, died after a fire in Halethorpe, with a woman and firefighter also injured. The fire, caused by misuse of a lighter, is the fourth fatal in Baltimore County in 2026. Fire safety is being emphasized by officials.

A man in Baltimore rammed a police cruiser to evade arrest, led a chase, crashed his car, and was apprehended. He faces multiple charges including assault on a police officer.

Councilwoman Liz Walsh of Howard County is introducing a bill to reduce local interactions with ICE and invalidate existing contracts with the agency.

Dan Cox has filed to run again for Maryland governor, solidifying his conservative base with a running mate previously represented by Cox against machine gun charges.

Emmetson Zeah, 19, has been convicted of first-degree murder and other charges for a 2025 shooting that killed two teenagers outside the Mall in Columbia.

Baltimore is facing a severe cold snap with dangerous wind chills as low as -20°F, prompting advisories and warnings for extreme cold and gusty winds. A warming trend is expected starting Sunday.

A 14-year-old boy was shot in the finger in Northwest Baltimore; police are investigating the non-fatal incident.

Baltimore Police arrested three juveniles after a carjacking in East Baltimore; suspects previously faced charges including robbery and handgun violations.

The National Weather Service forecasts a cold weekend for Baltimore with gusty winds and potential snow, especially east of I-95. Wind chills could be near or below zero at night.

A deputy's cruiser was hit by ice from another vehicle in Anne Arundel County, causing minor injuries. Officials urge the clearing of vehicles before driving to prevent such incidents.

Inmate Joseph Harrell died following an altercation at Jessup Correctional Institute, marking the second such death at the prison in less than two weeks.

Maryland's winter storm prompts MTA to reduce services, suspending local bus and MARC Train operations while aiming to run Metro Subway and Light Rail normally. Safety concerns drive these changes, with updates available via MTA alerts and media.