A Christmas Eve fire in Bel Air, caused by an electrical issue with a Christmas tree, left a family home in ruins and resulted in the death of one dog, with two missing. No human injuries reported.

The National Weather Service forecasts cold air damming, light showers, and potential icing for Baltimore this weekend, with freezing weather and high winds early next week.

The National Weather Service predicts variable weather for Baltimore this week, with a warm front followed by a cold front, possible showers and thunderstorms, and fluctuating temperatures.

Four Maryland residents each won $50,000 in Powerball as the jackpot reaches $1.6 billion, with unclaimed prizes still pending and lottery officials advising winners to sign their tickets for security.

Maryland Governor Wes Moore declared Christmas Eve a state holiday to show gratitude towards public servants, aligning with the federal holiday schedule.

Baltimore experiences clear skies and cool temperatures Monday; snow or sleet expected overnight but likely turning to rain Tuesday. Warmer weather and possible showers anticipated towards Christmas.

Anne Arundel County Police seek a suspect after a shooting in Glen Burnie; no injuries reported. The suspect is a Black man, 30-40, last seen in black clothing.

Baltimore County police are investigating the suspicious death of an unidentified man found in Parkville, awaiting autopsy results for cause of death.

A former Baltimore teacher, Mustafa Pitts, received a 55-year maximum sentence for sexual abuse of a minor, with State's Attorney Bates emphasizing the severity of the crime.

Protesters in Baltimore demand the disbandment of the Johns Hopkins University's private police force, citing lack of community approval and accountability.

Jeanie Shifflett, 84, and several pets died in a house fire in Taneytown. The fire had self-extinguished by the time authorities arrived. Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause.

The National Weather Service predicts a dramatic weather shift in Baltimore with an Arctic front bringing a wintry mix, strong winds, and a cold surge into the 20s.

The NWS Baltimore/Washington issued an early forecast for a cold front exit and blizzard warnings in Maryland counties, with cold, windy weather expected and potential light snow towards the weekend.