Baltimore County schools' superintendent proposes a $2.49 billion budget for FY 2027, to focus on academia, safety, and staff, despite planning for larger class sizes and staffing reductions.

Baltimore's Attorney Bates presents a legislative agenda, including the "T.I. Bill" for arrest warrant reform and the Ny’Kayla Strawder Act for firearm storage penalties, while opposing certain juveniles' crime bills.

Baltimore is under a Gale Warning with cold, gusty weather, and potential light snow in the area. The National Weather Service advises caution due to strong winds and possible icy conditions.

Two men were hospitalized after a north Baltimore shooting; both incidents were linked to the same location. Police seek community assistance for leads.

Attorney General Brown negotiated a $425 million settlement with Capital One for misleading consumers about savings account interest rates, requiring equal rates and restitution.

Anne Arundel County reports a significant drop in violent crimes in 2025, with citizen and commercial robberies down by 47% and 46% respectively, and improvements in other crime metrics.

Burlington is set to open a new store in Dundalk at German Hill Center in spring, relocating from Eastpoint Mall, featuring a modernized layout. This will be the 26th Burlington store in Maryland.

Immigrant rights supporters rallied in Towson for bills to limit local agencies' cooperation with ICE and establish an Office of Immigrant Affairs, while opponents cite concerns over sanctuary status and law enforcement.

Officer Michael McKee was not charged for a fatal shooting in June, as he acted in perceived self-defense when Micah Booker charged at him with a spear.

Baltimore's Light Rail service will be suspended between Falls Road and Camden Station this weekend due to construction on the Frederick Douglass Tunnel. Shuttle buses will provide alternate transport.

Baltimore City Schools' $5 million AI weapon detection system faces scrutiny for high false alarm rates and underperformance, leading the City Council Public Safety Committee to question its cost-effectiveness and efficacy.

The NWS has issued weather advisories for Baltimore including snow in the Allegheny Mountains, and wind chill advisories for some counties. A Small Craft Advisory and Gale Watch are in effect for mariners.

BTS is scheduled to perform in Baltimore on August 10-11 as part of their 2026 world tour after their military hiatus, with ticket sales starting soon.