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A Cumberland man was convicted after investigators say he impersonated women to access private boudoir photos stored on online platforms.
Hagerstown police arrested a man within 10 minutes after a Murph Avenue shooting; no injuries were reported.
Arts & Culture in ...
One year in, AVAM’s new director is rolling out a five-year plan to grow the museum’s endowment, reopen an on-site restaurant and deepen neighborhood ties as attendance climbs.
Flames flared on the 1600 block of Filbert Street late on July 4, bringing multiple fire crews to Curtis Bay while officials assess damage and injuries.
Weather & Environment in ...
Highs near 95°F and heat‑index readings up to 105°F in Baltimore today. Expect afternoon storms and a Code Orange air‑quality alert.
A Prince Frederick man pleaded guilty after investigators say he asked firefighters to hide an unserialized handgun recovered when his truck overturned. Court records show a mostly suspended five‑year sentence and probation.
A man was found with life‑threatening gunshot wounds on Freeman Street early Saturday; homicide detectives are investigating.
A Wintergreen tenant in Cockeysville says a decomposing neighbor left his unit infested with flies; the county medical examiner ruled the death natural. Management declined mediation, the renter says.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
Extreme heat buckled northbound I-97 near Brightview Drive, closing lanes between Benfield and New Cut Road and snarling holiday travel. Crews and police warn of extended disruptions.
A former Fallston volunteer fire chief was ordered to repay $70,300 to the station after prosecutors said he charged department funds for unauthorized purchases.
Baltimore County crews freed three people stuck in mud at Loch Raven Reservoir near Warren Road Bridge; no serious injuries were reported.
An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect Saturday with highs near 102°F and heat index up to 111. Scattered afternoon storms may bring damaging winds and heavy rain.
Nearly 40 vehicles across Frederick County had windows smashed overnight at several locations; investigators say no one was hurt and are asking residents to check cameras.
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