Maryland ranks 2nd among most tech-addicted U.S. states, study

BALTIMORE, MD—A recent study conducted by ZeroBounce analyzed data across U.S. states using key metrics such as the percentage of homes with smart devices, internet users per square mile, tech-related search queries, and average screen time to explore the top tech-addicted U.S. states. The research provides a ranking based on a composite score that reflects each state’s overall tech adoption […]

White Marsh Mall’s Food Court entrance to get facelift

NOTTINGHAM, MD—The entrance to the Food Court at White Marsh Mall will be getting a makeover, the shopping center announced on Thursday. Starting next week, the Food Court entrance will undergo a renovation.  This includes the immediate parking lot area nearby. There will be temporary changes to parking and traffic patterns. The actual Food Court entrance doors will remain open […]

New laws focused on streamlining MVA services, improving customer service take effect October 1

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) is announcing several new laws going into effect on Tuesday, October 1, aimed at improving customer experience and streamlining services. Among the changes are new measures allowing the MVA to print death certificates, extend the validity of learner’s permits, and waive some state ID fees and the identification card fee […]

Flood Warning issued for Baltimore area

BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Warning for the Baltimore area.  The warning will remain in effect until 11:45 a.m. on Thursday, September 26, 2024. Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. At 9:52 a.m. EDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to storms moving through the area. Flooding […]

Maryland among most takeout-obsessed states, new study

BALTIMORE, MD—A new study reveals that Maryland is the seventh most takeout-obsessed state in the U.S. The study, conducted by consumer trend experts at the online discount platform Wethrift, reviewed the number of takeout establishments, Google search metrics, Yelp ratings, and state takeout spending data to uncover the top states where residents prefer to order takeout. Maryland ranks as the […]

Baltimore County woman sentenced to 18 years for power grid plot

BALTIMORE, MD—A Baltimore County woman received 18 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to a conspiracy to damage or destroy electrical facilities in Maryland. On September 25, 2024, Senior United States District Judge James K. Bredar sentenced Sarah Beth Clendaniel, of Catonsville, to 18 years in federal prison, followed by a lifetime of supervised release, for conspiring to damage […]