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A man was shot to death Wednesday night in New Northwood on Rossiter Avenue; homicide detectives are investigating and asking anyone with information to call.
Detectives renewed their appeal for tips in the unsolved Poplar Grove homicide that killed Eric Carter on Feb. 23, 2025.
Weather & Environment in ...
Warm and windy Thursday in Baltimore with a chance of showers and isolated thunderstorms tonight; steadier rain arrives Friday before a cooler weekend.
Community & Society in ...
Maryland spent about $16 million in 2025 hauling dumped trash from state highways, from mattresses to piles of tires. Officials and lawmakers are debating enforcement and disposal fixes.
Maryland’s new Clear Before You Drive Act makes removing snow and ice from vehicle roofs, hoods and windows a legal duty, with escalating fines and safety exceptions. The law takes effect Oct. 1, 2026.
A Baltimore jury trial tied to a Pleasant View Gardens shooting was pushed to May 18 after a reception-court rescheduling. The defendant faces attempted murder and multiple gun charges.
Real Estate & Development in ...
Roland Park Place will convert Towson’s historic Villa Assumpta into a senior living campus, with construction slated for late 2028 and an opening in fall 2030.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
Baltimore's Water Taxi launched an on‑demand pilot that lets riders hail boats via the TransiGO app, with $1 introductory fares and plans to expand across the harbor.
Politics & Govt in ...
House Democrats attached a constitutional amendment to a special‑elections bill that would let voters loosen rules on congressional maps. The move faces steep Senate resistance and legal baggage.
Baltimore County police searched the neighborhood around Sparrows Point Middle and High after a suspected felon was reported nearby, prompting a heavy police presence as investigators canvassed the area.
Treasury has launched an 'AI Innovation Series' to explore easing rules on banks' use of AI, setting up a clash between industry aims and watchdog warnings.
A driver fled after hitting two pedestrians on West North Avenue Wednesday; police say the victims were hospitalized and the injured driver walked away from the scene.
District 5 lawmakers urged Delegate Eric Bouchat to resign after he confirmed stepping away from Judiciary committee work and reportedly leaving Annapolis after morning roll calls.
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