Maryland's fiscal year 2026 budget includes $2.3 billion in cuts and tax hikes, aiming to balance deficit reduction and public service maintenance without workforce cuts despite a $3.3 billion shortfall.

The Baltimore City Council scrutinized the DPW, especially the Bureau of Solid Waste, on employee safety and morale issues after a damning report and the heatstroke death of worker Ronald Silver II.

Baltimore's weather will fluctuate this week with sunny days and potential showers, temperatures in the upper 50s to mid-60s, and occasional strong wind gusts.

An 82-year-old man, Rodger Zodas Brown, was arrested for the 1979 murder of Kathryn Donohue, thanks to a cold case unit's use of forensic genetic genealogy DNA analysis.

A man was arrested for an attempted kidnapping and armed robbery in St. Mary's County after assaulting a woman and trying to force her into his vehicle.

Three teenagers were arrested in Montgomery County for multiple robberies in Olney, including an armed incident, with one found in possession of a firearm.

A fire in Greenbelt, Maryland led to the rescue of seven people and hospitalization of two, with efforts by Prince George's County Fire and Rescue and Montgomery County Fire Services.

Southwest Airlines plans job cuts at BWI Airport and three California airports, affecting around 120 employees, with options for transfers or severance.

Cheryl Leigh Gray was sentenced for felony theft in Maryland and must pay $65,000 restitution after deceiving a friend to cover earlier theft restitution.

An arrest warrant is issued for Roscoe Jones in connection with an Annapolis shooting that left one man dead and an 11-year-old injured near a school bus stop.

Three additional Maryland sheriffs have partnered with ICE for immigration enforcement, doubling local law enforcement engagement, amid divisive debates and concerns over potential racial profiling and impacts on immigrant communities.

Baltimore's forecast includes rain and winds, with a high near 69°F and an 80% chance of rain today. Expect gusts up to 23 mph. Rain may accumulate up to half an inch.

Baltimore County unveiled the new 22-acre waterfront Sparrows Point Park with features like a turf field, community center, playground, fishing pier, and kayak launch.