Three months in, Anne Arundel’s switch to 12‑hour patrols shows early wins — lower overtime and fewer vacancies — but the union and researchers warn of fatigue risks.

An appellate panel ruled a wrongful-death suit against Sinai Hospital may proceed, saying the hospital could have had a duty to warn a woman before discharging her husband. The decision interprets Maryland’s mental-health immunity law and sends the case back toward trial.

Baltimore police released a photo after an aggravated assault in the 2200 block of West Cold Spring Lane and asked the public for tips. Metro Crime Stoppers is offering a reward.

Baltimore County police asked Perry Hall residents to shelter in place Sunday as officers worked a possible barricade near Castlemill Circle. Officials said the scene was contained.

A single-vehicle crash near Loch Raven Reservoir Friday left an adult dead and three juveniles hospitalized.

Baltimore County police say one person was killed and a 41-year-old was detained after a Saturday shooting in Phoenix’s Mill Gate neighborhood. Investigators believe the incident was domestic and say there is no ongoing threat.

Baltimore County families report months‑long waits for loved ones’ remains as the FBI warns AI‑powered scams are on the rise. State investigators have even made arrests in a separate crematory probe.

Detectives renewed a tipline plea in the Nov. 4 killing of Joshua Pierce‑Morris in Oliver; Metro Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward for actionable tips.

A 19‑year‑old man was shot in Sandtown‑Winchester and walked into a hospital; police say he is stable and detectives are investigating. Neighbors are being asked to share tips.

An armed person was arrested after a fight at a house fire on the 3400 block of Marmon Avenue Friday night. Police and fire crews responded and are still investigating.

Two juveniles were taken into custody after an armed moped carjacking in East Baltimore. One teen faces an armed-robbery charge while detectives probe a related incident.

A federal indictment alleges a former UMMC pharmacist used hospital computers to spy on colleagues, accessing private photos and home cameras of staff. Prosecutors say roughly 195 people were affected.

Officer Jordan D. Thomas sued the Baltimore Police after supervisors placed him on desk duty and called him an “action junkie” following a February shooting response.