Howard County Launches Tree Savers Program to Combat Invasive Species in Ellicott City
Howard County has launched the Tree Savers Program to combat invasive species, with initiatives led by County Executive Calvin Ball. This effort includes volunteer programs and a large-scale tree planting partnership with Maryland DNR.
Baltimore Secures $80 Million Settlement With Walgreens for Opioid Crisis Remediation Efforts
Baltimore secures an $80 million opioid crisis settlement from Walgreens, to be used for remediation efforts including support for BCORE and peer councils. The city has accrued $402.5 million in total settlements.
Mild Showers and Cooler Evenings Ahead for Baltimore, Sunny Weekend Forecasted by National Weather Service
Baltimore's weather forecast includes light winds, a few showers, or a possible thunderstorm near the I-81 corridor, with highs in the mid-upper 70s. Conditions will clear tonight, leading to a sunny weekend.
Baltimore Man Sentenced to 20 Years for Shooting Off-Duty Howard County Deputy Ryan Demby
Baltimore man, Jewel Crowder, is sentenced to 20 years for the voluntary manslaughter of off-duty deputy Ryan Demby. He was acquitted of murder but convicted of using a handgun in a crime and reckless endangerment.
Howard County and Maryland’s DNR Forge Historic Environmental Pact with Major Tree Planting Project
Howard County partners with Maryland's Department of Natural Resources via a MOU to undertake shared environmental goals, including a significant tree planting project and initiatives to reduce greenhouse emissions.












