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A student was detained Tuesday after allegedly assaulting two teachers at Roye‑Williams Elementary in Havre de Grace. Officials say the teachers' injuries are non‑life‑threatening.
Politics & Govt in ...
Four new Maryland laws — on kratom‑like products, EV charging, firefighter screenings and SRO conduct — take effect July 1, 2026, bringing new enforcement and duties for retailers, counties and schools.
Two 16-year-olds were arrested in downtown Baltimore after a foot chase ended with officers seizing a loaded handgun.
A juror’s comment led a judge to declare a mistrial Tuesday in the Family Dollar killing case involving Braxton Day and victim Bryant Breland.
Community & Society in ...
The Ravens pledged $1 million to six organizations to back prevention, crisis response and expand Mayor Brandon Scott’s GVRS in Baltimore.
Baltimore City Public Schools agreed to pay $5.2M and adopt a state‑backed funding formula for 30 charter schools, settling years of disputes and locking in new charges for central services.
Amy Shlossman will leave Sinai Hospital to lead OHSU Health, with a start date set for Aug. 31. LifeBridge has named Leslie Simmons interim as a national search begins.
Weather & Environment in ...
Sunny and mild today with a high near 80°F. Heat surges into the 90s Thursday with a slight severe‑storm risk and gusty winds.
A Bel Air man with an active ICE warrant was arrested and charged with nine counts including rape and sexual abuse of a minor, authorities say.
An 85-year-old Odenton woman died after a head-on collision on Piney Orchard Parkway; police identified the victim and say the crash remains under investigation.
Police say 31‑year‑old Michael Garrison was arrested June 12 in Windsor Mill and charged after a June 7 Western District shooting wounded a 53‑year‑old man.
Jermaine Dawson will start as Baltimore City Schools CEO on July 1, pledging to boost literacy, math and graduation while tackling chronic absenteeism. City data show modest gains but persistent gaps.
A federal judge dismissed FreeState Justice's suit seeking to compel the EEOC to enforce transgender workplace protections, saying the court lacks jurisdiction. Advocates say they are weighing an appeal.
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