Queen Anne’s County approved a 12‑month moratorium on data‑center applications. Officials say the pause will let them study water, power and land‑use impacts.

A Frederick County judge resentenced Chris McBride to time served plus probation under Maryland’s Second Look Act, a decision that underscores the law’s promise — and its controversy. The case spotlights questions about victims’ rights, public safety and judicial discretion.

Aru Aru is moving from the Fells Point Farmers Market into a takeout shop on Eastern Avenue, bringing its crab and birria pupusas and empanadas to a permanent counter.

Heat builds into the mid‑90s by Saturday in Baltimore; showers and storms may arrive late Saturday into Sunday.

Nalley Fresh closed its Timonium storefront days after opening in Columbia as owner Greg Nalley shifts toward smaller, pickup-first formats.

Clear skies this morning and a high near 84°F. Annapolis faces minor tidal flooding early; heat surges to the 90s by Friday–Saturday.

A former New Market Middle teacher and several parents say repeated antisemitic harassment was minimized by FCPS, prompting federal complaints and families to leave. Local advocates want clearer policies and documented follow‑through.

A former Eastern Correctional Institution lieutenant was sentenced to 33 months in federal prison after a jury found he conspired to delete video of a guard beating an inmate.

A 46-year-old Frederick mother was struck and killed while walking with her children on Bethel Road. Investigators say the driver remained and preliminary checks show no drugs, alcohol or excessive speed.

Stored poultry litter spontaneously ignited in Ridgely Saturday, damaging an outbuilding and equipment; no one was hurt. Investigators blamed spontaneous combustion.

One person was arrested after a stabbing on the 9700 block of Smith Avenue in Baltimore; the injured person was taken to an area hospital and the investigation is ongoing.

Anne Arundel has opened eight overnight cabins at Jug Bay’s Emory Waters Preserve, adding on-site lodging aimed at boosting research, education and citizen science. The project includes a bathhouse, pavilion and site upgrades tied to federal grant support.

Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown says MV Realty used "homeowner benefit" deals to record decades‑long liens and charge hidden fees, touching more than 1,000 Maryland properties.