WMAR-2 News rolled out an interactive candidate guide on May 11, 2026, mapping Maryland’s primary ballot and linking to official filings and voter lookup tools. It lists the filings and flags a one‑on‑one Democratic primary and a crowded GOP field.

Charter enrollment in Maryland has roughly doubled since 2010, and county leaders are sparring over how Blueprint and local dollars should be allocated. The fight is playing out from Baltimore to Cecil County.

Leaders and advocates gathered in Baltimore during PJM’s annual meeting, accusing the grid operator of rules that raise Marylanders’ electricity bills and citing studies and local RMR deals.

Mid-50s, mostly cloudy in Baltimore with a slight morning shower chance and a small craft advisory through noon. Gusty thunderstorms are possible Wednesday.

Warm Sunday gives way to a late‑afternoon storm window. Mariners should note a small craft advisory overnight into Monday.

A 56-year-old man identified as Brian Meyers walked out of a Baltimore hospital Friday and left in a vehicle; police have issued a new arrest warrant as the search continues.

Surveillance video prompted the arrest of a Hagerstown substitute bus attendant accused of assaulting three special‑needs students; the district has cut ties and the probe is active.

A new 22,316‑sq‑ft Crownsville fire station opened Thursday, replacing the Herald Harbor building and adding modern decontamination features as a staffing debate continues. County leaders say the site will improve response times.

An Arbutus smoke shop employee was arrested after an ATF undercover operation recovered 10 firearms, thousands of fentanyl pills and other suspected narcotics.

A Baltimore man who says he fired a warning shot to protect his family accepted a plea and was placed on one day of probation before judgment. The case raises questions about PBJ and permit rules.

A Baltimore County woman was arrested after her estranged husband was found shot in a northwest Baltimore parking lot on March 31. Police say a firearm was recovered at her home and murder and weapons charges were filed.

Trainer Cherie DeVaux announced Golden Tempo will skip the Preakness, prioritizing the colt’s health and redirecting the campaign to the Belmont at Saratoga. The decision continues a recent trend of Derby winners bypassing the Preakness.

Two popular trails near Conowingo Dam are closed after black vultures tested positive for avian influenza; crews are testing carcasses and urging caution.