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TikTok ‘challenge’ has sparked fires in Maryland classrooms, officials warn
There have been multiple incidents of students in Prince George’s County sticking objects into their school-issued or personal electronic devices, causing fires and smoke.
‘Exactly what our church needs’: Marylanders react to Pope Leo XIV becoming 1st American pontiff
After the white smoke rose from the Sistine Chapel and the world learned that Pope Leo XIV would lead the church, Catholics across the world and Maryland were quick to celebrate.
Grieving pet owners seek justice after their pets’ bodies were left on the side of the road
The victims are grieving together, sharing information and trying to find other people who may have fake pet remains from Catonsville Loving Care Pet Cremations.
What to know about the 2025 hurricane season — including potential storm names
Experts are predicting 2025 could see an above-average number of hurricanes and other named storms.
These Maryland parks will require reservations this summer
Greenbrier State Park and Sandy Point State Park, both popular destinations during warm seasons because of their water access, will require passes beginning May 24.
Frontier Airlines will start cheap, direct flights from BWI to Chicago this summer
Frontier Airlines, one of the larger budget carriers in the U.S., will start offering direct flights from BWI to O’Hare International Airport in July.
Baltimore Banner wins Pulitzer Prize for coverage of overdose crisis
The Baltimore Banner was awarded the Pulitzer Prize on Monday for groundbreaking local journalism that exposed Baltimore as the deadliest large city in the nation for drug overdoses.
MCB is buying another marquee property in downtown Baltimore
Buying the hotel would strengthen the Baltimore developer’s position downtown, where it already owns or controls multiple properties nearby, including Harborplace.
Thousands of protesters hit Baltimore’s streets for May Day marches: ‘This is just amazing’
Several May Day marches filled the streets of Baltimore with about 3,000 protesters converging at the Inner Harbor's McKeldin Square.
Six Flags America in Bowie is closing. Here are 7 other amusement parks within driving distance.
The weather is warming, and school is almost out. Here’s a list of amusement parks, big and small, that are all more or less doable as a day trip from Baltimore.
Maryland wholesale bakery recalls bread sold in 6 states over glass fragments
Crest Hill Bakery, a wholesaler based in Prince George’s County, has initiated a voluntary recall of three of its products after an employee spotted “a small glass fragment” on top of a piece of bread.
Man charged after allegedly throwing airsoft grenade at men in Home Depot parking lot
Brent Goetz, of Baltimore County, was charged with second-degree assault and a related weapons charge after he allegedly threw an airsoft grenade at a group of men in a Home Depot parking lot.
Sss-surf’s up: Snake gives Ocean City beachgoers a jump
A family’s trip this weekend took a highly unusual — and now semi-viral — turn.
New Jersey wildfire smoke is lowering the Baltimore region’s air quality
The Maryland Department of Emergency Management warned of “moderate” air quality issues and areas of “light” visible smoke from a wildfire in New Jersey.
Man allegedly armed with bow and arrow shot dead by police in Arbutus
Baltimore County Police fatally shot a man Wednesday morning after officers responded to reports that he was armed with a bow and arrow in a residential neighborhood in Arbutus, officials said.
Tim Hortons plans Maryland expansion in Howard, Carroll counties
Tim Hortons, the Canadian coffee chain, is searching for 10 locations to open in Maryland, according to a news release.
Sheriff’s office won’t cooperate with Maryland power line developer ‘under any circumstance’
The Carroll County Sheriff’s office said it would not “force” a landowner to comply with a civil access order.
Mr. Trash Wheel joins the Ravens flock, gets ‘bodacious’ California cousin
The Waterfront Partnership wasn't involved in the Newport Beach trash wheel, but said they’re very excited to see it.
Raven, a beloved dog, was supposed to be cremated. But her body was found by the road.
The Baltimore County Police Department said on Thursday it’s investigating “theft by deception” involving Loving Care Pet Cremations.
Woman joins growing wave of lawsuits alleging sexual abuse at Calvert Hall
A woman who says she was sexually abused as a child at Calvert Hall College High School has filed a lawsuit against the Baltimore County institution, marking the first time a female survivor has brought allegations.