The Howard County "BIG Shred" event, announced by Calvin Ball, will provide residents a secure way to shred confidential documents to prevent identity theft.

Howard County Human Rights Commission announces 2024 Human Rights Awards recipients, recognizing individuals and organizations for social justice efforts.

The Baltimore Jewish community held a rally to commemorate the one-year anniversary of a Hamas attack on Israel, showing solidarity and honoring lives lost.

Anne Arundel County's Department of Aging and Disabilities is offering caregiver support group meetings in October with both in-person and virtual options to provide a safe space for caregivers.

Kat Locke-Jones has been named the 2025 Maryland Teacher of the Year for her educational and community service work.

Baltimore announces the conversion of two hotels into supportive housing units to address homelessness, a project by MOHS and the Department of Real Estate in partnership with various organizations.

The JumboFresh Supermarket opens in Baltimore, addressing food deserts and bringing accessible healthy food to the community with support from public and private leaders.

Thousands attend the "Rosh Hashanah Under the Stars" event in Baltimore County, marking the Jewish New Year and expressing community strength despite global challenges.

BCAS has launched the "Life is Better with Pets" campaign, promoting responsible pet ownership and offering free microchipping, aiming to return lost pets to owners and highlight the positive impact pets have on families.

Baltimore begins its Civil Rights Week with the 31st Annual Civil Rights Breakfast featuring keynote speaker Marc Morial. Events will honor civil rights contributions and aim to inspire progress.

Mayor Scott's press release recounts the success of Baltimore's 2024 "BMore Lit: More in '24" youth program, highlighting reduced youth crime rates and 10,212 job placements from the YouthWorks initiative.

The Baltimore County Police Department warns drivers about stopping for school buses for student safety, having issued 3,468 warning citations for violations.

A manhole fire in downtown Baltimore caused a power outage, impacting courthouses, city services, and businesses. Repairs are ongoing to restore power.