Forecasters monitoring potential significant Mid-Atlantic winter storm next week

UPDATE: Forecasters now say the storm will likely stay to the south and impact northern Virginia. Original story below… BALTIMORE, MD—Forecasters are closely monitoring a potential major winter storm that could impact the Mid-Atlantic states next week. The National Weather Service says a coastal storm may develop and impact Maryland next Wednesday, February 19 and Thursday, February 20, 2025. The […]

Eastern Tech, Towson High juniors selected as finalists for Student Member of the Board of Education

TOWSON, MD—Two Baltimore County Public School juniors – Foresight Ogungbe of Eastern Technical High School, and Sophie Vijayan of Towson High School – are the final candidates for student member of the Board of Education of Baltimore County (SMOB) for the 2025-26 school year. The two finalists were selected following application reviews and interviews with a panel of students and […]

Casting calls to be held at select Baltimore County Public Library branches

UPDATE: BCPL officials say all spots are now full. Original story below… ——— TOWSON, MD—Are you ready for your close-up? This could be your big chance. The Baltimore County Public Library is looking for enthusiastic stars to be part of its upcoming video shoots. Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just love the idea of your big break, this could […]

Baltimore County announces new workspace grant program

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Executive Kathy Klausmeier on Friday announced the launch of a Department of Economic and Workforce Development grant program designed to reduce the number of office vacancies in Baltimore County. The new Grant for Revitalizing Office Workspaces (GROW) incentive program will provide funding for businesses signing their first commercial lease in Baltimore County to offset expenses that coincide […]

Shots fired in Essex, three arrested

ESSEX, MD—Police say three suspects are in custody after shots were fired in the Essex area on Friday. At around noon on February 14, 2025, officers responded to the 1400-block of Old Eastern Avenue (21221) for a report of shots fired. Authorities say three individuals have been arrested.  No one appears to have been shot at this time. Motorists should use […]

Baltimore County offices closed Monday for Presidents’ Day

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Government offices, district and circuit courts, and senior centers will be closed on Monday, February 17 in recognition of Presidents Day. CountyRide van services will not operate. All Baltimore County Public Library branches will also be closed on Monday, February 17. Parking meters must be fed, Baltimore County Revenue Authority parking garages and the Towson Loop will […]

Senator Jennings advocates on behalf of Development Disabilities Administration

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Senator J.B. Jennings addressed a packed room of family members and advocates at a breakfast in Annapolis, marking Maryland Developmental Disabilities Day. Speaking to hundreds of attendees from across the state, he emphasized the critical need to protect funding for the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA), which provides vital services such as daily living assistance, occupational and physical therapy, adaptive […]