Carroll County Government offices and The Resource Recovery Park and Northern Landfill will be closed on Labor Day, September 2, 2024, with services resuming the next day.

Howard County, MD, announces closures of various services on Labor Day, including government offices and the animal shelter, with emergency services still operational.

Baltimore's "Back to School Kick-Off" event, led by Mayor Scott, provided 2,000 students with backpacks and supplies, haircuts, and activities to prepare for the school year.

Howard County police start the H.A.S.T.E initiative to enhance safety in school zones with increased patrols, seat belt checks, school bus cameras, and speed cameras, continuing these efforts year-round.

Laurel City will host a push-up challenge on September 11th to honor victims and unite the community, with a goal of 91,111 push-ups. Mayor Keith R. Sydnor encourages everyone to participate.

The new Boys & Girls Club at Howard Community College in Howard County aims to provide educational and developmental support for local teens, backed by initiatives and funding from county officials.

Anne Arundel County Superintendent Dr. Mark Bedell presents a strategic plan for the new academic year focusing on holistic student development and academic excellence, with new policies on cell phone use, grading, and staff training.

A vigil was held at Franklin High School for Leslie Noble, a football player who died after collapsing at practice. His exact cause of death is unknown.

Baltimore County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Myriam Rogers is confident in the district's preparations for the new school year, including facility improvements and full staffing.

Howard County has received a $1.1 million HUD grant for home modifications to aid low-income seniors, part of efforts to create an age-friendly community and reduce healthcare costs.

Baltimore reached a $152.5 million settlement with Cardinal Health over opioid litigation, which Mayor Brandon Scott states reflects the city's commitment to hold firms accountable for the opioid crisis.

Advanced Placement exam answer sheets for over a hundred students at Western Tech have been lost, leaving them to choose between retaking the exams, accepting a predicted score, or a refund.

Arundel Mills mall will require minors under 18 to be accompanied by an adult after 3 p.m. on weekends as a response to community feedback for a family-friendly environment.