Anne Arundel County Police shifted to a 12-hour patrol schedule, aiming to improve officer wellness, work-life balance, and service quality while reducing workdays annually.

Maryland volunteer fire departments will receive $167,314 in grants for rural wildfire protection from the Maryland Department of Natural Resources Forest Service.

Anne Arundel County reports a significant drop in violent crimes in 2025, with citizen and commercial robberies down by 47% and 46% respectively, and improvements in other crime metrics.

The NWS has issued weather advisories for Baltimore including snow in the Allegheny Mountains, and wind chill advisories for some counties. A Small Craft Advisory and Gale Watch are in effect for mariners.

Baltimore Del. Caylin Young resigned from his city role following an assault charge but remains a state official. His resignation is effective since January 8. He is accused of physically assaulting someone on New Year's Day.

Three suspects participated in a violent robbery in Severn, with a 20-year-old victim assaulted and robbed; suspects remain unidentified and at large.

Aberdeen police continue searching for seven stolen Shih Tzu and Yorkie puppies, urging the public to help locate them after suspect Kahili Hines was arrested.

Baltimore's weather will be milder today with above-average temperatures and diminishing winds. A brief warm spell is expected until Tuesday before a trough brings potential showers and a snow-rain mix later in the week.

Maryland State Police seek information on a red Chevy Equinox involved in a fatal hit-and-run that killed Ahmed Waqus Qayun Kahn on I-695 in Baltimore County.

A hit-and-run in West Baltimore that caused Philip Jones's death was ruled a homicide; suspect Michael Manigo claimed his car was "controlled by Satan."

Former Baltimore officer Curlon Edward pleaded guilty to first-degree assault and a sex offense involving a minor and received a 15-year sentence, with all but six years suspended. He will be registered as a sex offender.

Anne Arundel County Police corrected the narrative of a December ICE event, emphasizing their non-enforcement of immigration laws and commitment to serve all residents.

The Roots and Stephanie Mills are set to headline Baltimore's Artscape festival in 2026, with expectations of significant economic impact and a blend of culture and interactive experiences.