Two goats escaped and caused a stir on Main Street in Ellicott City, later safely returned home by police with the event humorously shared on social media.

The Maryland SPCA has stopped dog intakes for a month due to a case of canine influenza H3N2 but continues adoptions with no fees, focusing on pet-free homes for contagion control.

Anne Arundel County adopts an updated Hazard Mitigation Plan for 2025 to identify and reduce disaster risks, aligning with federal disaster preparedness laws and enabling access to FEMA funds.

The final report on Baltimore's Young Families Success Fund pilot showed positive effects of monthly $1,000 payments on young parents' financial stability and well-being.

Mackenzie Scott donated $63 million to Morgan State University, her second major gift to the institution, aimed at enhancing its programs and initiatives.

The Maryland Lottery has awarded over $29 million, including a $128,772 jackpot to a Rockville player and a $100,000 prize in Baltimore. With the Mega Millions at $600 million, interest in lottery games is surging across the state.

Towson University President Mark Ginsberg was honored with the June E. Streckfus Leadership in Education Partnerships Award for enhancing education-business ties in Maryland.

The Baltimore Jewish community celebrates the release of 20 hostages from Gaza, expressing a mix of relief, hope for peace, and sorrow for lost lives. The cautious optimism is shared by local leaders and extends to Palestinian prisoner releases.

Maryland State Police will participate in National Faith & Blue Weekend to strengthen community bonds through events with faith-based groups from October 10-13, 2025.

Baltimore community marks two years since Gaza hostages taken, with memorials and hope for a peaceful resolution, amid ongoing negotiations for a cease-fire.

Maryland's new eviction law requires landlords to post a 14-day notice before evictions are enforced, impacting several eviction types but excluding wrongful detainers.

BGE is offering aid to federal workers in Maryland affected by the government shutdown, including flexible payment options. The state provides additional relief measures and protection against eviction and utility cutoffs.

Mayor Scott's 2025 Baltimore summer youth initiative showed positive outcomes, with decreased youth violence and increased engagement through various programs and community partnerships.