The schedule for curbside collection and facility operations during Thanksgiving by the Department of Public Works has been released, with special instructions for Pasadena residents affected by a labor dispute.

Baltimore's Vanguard Collegiate Middle School was celebrated for reducing chronic absenteeism by 27%, winning the 'Mayor’s Attendance Challenge' for the first quarter.

A Gwynn Oak landscaper won $500,000 from a Maryland Lottery scratch-off ticket, planning to invest the money wisely while not changing his modest lottery-playing habits. Also, the selling 7-Eleven store will receive a $1,000 bonus.

Howard County offers Drought Relief Grants up to $30,000 for local farmers impacted by extreme heat and drought, with applications managed by the HCEDA.

The Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center has expanded its Behavioral Health Unit to provide enhanced mental health care, tripling its capacity to 24 beds, and improving emergency services.

Parkville High School closed early due to a power issue, affecting classes and extracurricular activities, with no immediate timeline for power restoration.

Baltimore celebrates progress in violence reduction thanks to the Youth Advocates Program's strategy, with significant drops in homicides and shootings. Mayor Scott and YAP highlight community engagement and personal success stories.

White Marsh Mall will reinstate accessible parking spaces near the food court after a civil rights complaint about EV chargers displacing disability parking.

Baltimore community leaders demand reforms after a DPW worker's death, advocating for better working conditions and the reclassification of sanitation workers.

Baltimore County activates its freezing weather shelter plan, providing overnight shelters and daytime warm spaces for homeless residents during cold spells until April 15.

The Baltimore City Public Schools settled a lawsuit alleging inflated grades and attendance, agreeing to fund audits over three years. Reports reveal high promotion rates for frequently absent students, sparking concerns over educational standards.

Baltimore's Brooklyn neighborhood celebrates over a year without homicides, thanks to the Safe Streets initiative, marking a transformation after a mass shooting in July 2023.

Mary Pat Clarke, Baltimore's first woman City Council President, has passed away, leaving behind a legacy of public service and commitment to the city.