Howard County issues a heat alert from noon to 8 p.m. due to high temperatures that could lead to dangerous health risks. Residents are advised on precautions and provided with resources for staying safe.

Kyle Weinapple won the Cross Street Market hot dog eating contest in Baltimore by consuming 14 hot dogs, earning a $1,000 prize and the title "Big Dog."

One person was killed and others injured in a July 4th shooting in Taneytown, Carroll County. Authorities responded and assured no further public threat while investigations continue.

Maryland Governor Wes Moore joined Democratic governors at the White White House, supporting Biden amid questions of his potential reelection bid following a criticized debate performance.

Michael Maurice Johnson, previously acquitted for Phylicia Barnes's death, is charged with rape and assault in Baltimore County.

Mercy Medical Center in Baltimore is the first in the mid-Atlantic to use Stryker's Blueprint Mixed Reality for shoulder surgeries, improving precision and customization for patient-specific orthopedic procedures.

The Carroll County Farm Museum offers three unique weekly summer camps for 2nd to 6th graders focused on farming, history, and culture, with open registration for limited spots.

The Baltimore region is facing varied weather, with a mixed forecast from the NWS including impending rain and possible thunderstorms as a frontal system approaches, potentially impacting visibility for aviation and leading to minor coastal flooding.

Anne Arundel County police are investigating after Joshua Ray Holland was fatally shot and found at a busy intersection; authorities seek public assistance.

The National Weather Service Baltimore reports that the D.C. area will experience weather changes with showers, thunderstorms, and varying temperatures in the coming week.

Ahmed Sary, 46, has been sentenced to 7 years for fraudulently obtaining nearly $18 million in COVID-19 relief funds.

A Baltimore County high school teacher, Carlos Arroyo, was charged with sexual abuse of a minor and placed on administrative leave; police and school officials urged community support.

Baltimore's AFRAM Music Festival will continue despite the heat, with added precautions like emergency water distribution, cooling stations, and a focus on hydration and safety.