Flood Watch issued in Baltimore area for Friday night, Saturday morning

BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for the Baltimore area. The watch will be in effect from Friday evening through Saturday morning. Forecasters say flash flooding due to excessive rainfall is a possibility through the overnight hours. Multiple rounds heavy rainfall are likely this evening, and again late tonight into Saturday morning. Rainfall amounts will average […]

Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for Wednesday in Baltimore area

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 10, 2024. Forecasters say quarter-sized hail, 65 mph wind gusts, and an isolated tornado are possible throughout the afternoon and evening hours. Residents should stay tuned to local forecasts throughout the day.

Excessive Heat Warning issued for Baltimore area, heat index to reach 112

BALTIMORE, MD—An Excessive Heat Warning has been issued for the Baltimore area and southern Baltimore County on Wednesday.  Northern Baltimore County remains under a Heat Advisory. The warning will be in effect from noon until 8 p.m. on July 10, 2024.  Forecasters say dangerously hot conditions are likely with heat index values of up to 112 expected. Extreme heat and […]

Apple TV+ series “Lady in the Lake” to premiere July 19, generated over $100 million during production in Maryland

ANNAPOLIS, MD—The upcoming series “Lady in the Lake” will be released on Apple TV+ on July 19, 2024. The production created 1,132 Maryland jobs; utilized goods and services from 2,456 local businesses; and paid for more than 32,000 hotel room nights at local lodging establishments—generating more than $100 million during its production in Maryland. “Our administration is unafraid to make […]

Maryland invests $16.2 million in local communities

ANNAPOLIS, MD—The state of Maryland on Tuesday announced it will grant $16.2 million to 121 small businesses, local governments, and place-based economic development organizations to help revitalize local communities. The governor’s office says the money will help small businesses expand or establish locations. The grants come from the state’s Business Boost Microgrant Program, the Main Street Improvement Grant, and Project […]

Maryland launches new college success initiative

ANNAPOLIS, MD—The Maryland Higher Education Commission is launching a new initiative to support college success. The Expanding SUCCESS initiative will provide coaching, financial aid, and other resources to help students complete their degree. The initiative is part of a collaboration between the state government, higher education institutions, and community college providers. Governor Wes Moore said the expansion of college completion […]

Heat Advisory issued for Tuesday in Baltimore area, heat index to reach 107 degrees

UPDATE: An Excessive Heat Warning is now in effect with heat index values expected to reach 110 degrees. Original story below… ——— BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for Tuesday in the Baltimore area. The advisory will be in effect from noon to 8 p.m. on July 9, 2024.  Forecasters say heat index values of up to […]