BALTIMORE, MD—After weeks of surging gas prices, U.S. drivers are finally getting a tiny bit of relief. The national average price as of July 20 fell 1.9 cents to $3.47 per gallon, nearing a 10-day low. According to GasBuddy, the average price of diesel fell 4 cents in the last week and stands at $3.79 per gallon. This is the […]
BALTIMORE, MD—Hellenic Cables Americas has agreed to build a new factory on 38 acres of land in Wagner’s Point in Baltimore. The company is one of the largest cable producers in Europe. The factory is expected to create 120 jobs when it’s up and running. The new plant will manufacture power and telecom cables for a variety of applications including […]
BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of the Environment has issued a Code Orange Air Quality Alert for Sunday, July 21, in the Baltimore area. A Code Orange Air Quality Alert means that air pollution concentrations within the region may become unhealthy for sensitive groups. Sensitive groups include children, people suffering from asthma, heart disease or other lung diseases and the elderly. […]
NOTTINGHAM, MD—Wednesday evening’s storms are wreaking havoc on local roadways, with wires down and several rescues under way. Pulaski Highway at Rosedale Avenue in Rosedale is flooded with several people trapped in their vehicles, according to the White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company. Eastern Boulevard is closed in both directions between White Marsh Boulevard and Martin Boulevard due to live power […]
BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for the Baltimore area. The watch will remain in effect until 10 p.m. on Wednesday, July 17th. Forecasters say quarter-sized hail, frequent lightning, and wind gusts of up to 70 mph will be the main risks associated with any storms that develop. Residents should stay tuned to local forecasts.
BALTIMORE, MD—A Baltimore woman is celebrating a huge $240,000 lottery win. “Shawn,” who has played Keno for six years, says she was at a loss for words when she checked her ticket on the Maryland Lottery app on July 15. “I was just stopping by to pick up some party favors and decided to play Keno on a whim,” Shawn […]
BALTIMORE, MD—Extreme heat and humidity will continue on Wednesday in the Baltimore area, along with the threat for showers and thunderstorms. Some storms may be severe, especially along and east of the Blue Ridge. A Flood Watch is in effect for the Baltimore-DC corridor for the potential for flash flooding later on Wednesday. A Heat Advisory is also in effect […]
BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for the Baltimore area. The watch will remain in effect until 10 p.m. on Tuesday evening, July 16th. Forecasters say quarter-sized hail, frequent wind gusts, and 10 mph wind gusts are possible with any storms that develop. Residents should stay tuned to local forecasts.