‘SERIAL’ PODCAST: Adnan Syed to remain free after sentence reduced to ‘time served’

BALTIMORE, MD—Adnan Syed, whose case became internationally known through the podcast “Serial,” will be released from prison after a Baltimore judge ruled Thursday to reduce his sentence to time served. Syed, who has maintained his innocence, was convicted in 1999 for the murder of Hae Min Lee. Baltimore Judge Jennifer Schiffer agreed to release Syed under a state law that […]

Protecting Baltimore County’s Future: Why we support the Farmland Preservation Act

The following is an update from Delegates Kathy Szeliga and Ryan Nawrocki. Baltimore County stands at a crossroads. For nearly six decades, the Urban-Rural Demarcation Line (URDL) has been a cornerstone of smart land management, preserving our rural landscapes, safeguarding our water supply, and ensuring that development happens where infrastructure can support it. The URDL is the boundary between urbanized […]

Maryland Department of Environment announces $47 million in Clean Water Commerce Act funding for Chesapeake Bay health, economy

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland has announced $47 million in funding for 15 projects aimed at reducing pollution in the Chesapeake Bay. The Maryland Department of Environment (MDE) says the projects will use a “pay-for-success” model, incentivizing farmers and landowners to implement pollution-reducing practices. The projects will receive funding based on their ability to demonstrate cost-effective clean water solutions. These projects include shoreline […]

Police searching for missing teen last seen in Parkville area

PARKVILLE, MD—Police in Baltimore County are searching for a missing teen. Morgan Gregory, 14, is 5’06” tall and weighs 125 pounds. She was last seen in the Parkville area on February 28, 2025 wearing a black Nike tracksuit with cream & green New Balance shoes. She’s also carrying a black Under Armour backpack. Anyone with information on Morgan Gregory’s whereabouts […]

‘Amazing Racer’ collects $3.3 million jackpot after buying lottery ticket in Carney

PARKVILLE, MD—A retired couple from Baltimore City is celebrating a $3.3 million jackpot win after scooping the top prize in the Maryland Lottery’s Multi-Match game. The lucky duo, who have chosen to remain anonymous, purchased their winning $6 ticket at J Convenience located at 8765 Satyr Hill Road in Parkville/Carney (21234). This is the fourth largest Multi-Match prize in the […]

Baltimore County retains coveted ‘triple-A’ bond ratings

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County on Thursday announced that it has maintained its coveted triple-A bond ratings from Moody’s Investor Service, Fitch Ratings, and S&P Global Ratings, marking the 30th year in a row the county has achieved this top-tier creditworthiness. This distinction places Baltimore County among a mere 2% of counties nationwide to receive the highest rating from all three agencies. […]

49-year-old woman killed in Essex shooting, suspect arrested

ESSEX, MD—Police have arrested a suspect following a shooting in Essex that left one woman dead. Baltimore County homicide detectives have arrested and charged 37-year-old Gregory Graham with first-degree murder in connection with a homicide that occurred on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. At just before 6:15 p.m., officers responded to the area of Honeywood Place and Sugarwood Circle (21221) in […]

Glenn L. Martin Aviation Museum to expand, relocate to former Lockheed Martin site

MIDDLE RIVER, MD—The Glenn L. Martin Maryland Aviation Museum is expanding and relocating to a larger space at the former Lockheed Martin facility in Middle River, according to a news release. The museum, currently housed in a 1,200-square-foot space at Martin State Airport’s Hangar 5, will move into the 150,000-square-foot Lockheed Martin Administration building at 2323 Eastern Boulevard. The museum […]