Maryland Department of Health announces $2.7 million over three years to support pregnant Marylanders in recovery

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Health this week announced Strengthening Families in Recovery, a pilot program to support pregnant and parenting women recovering from substance and opioid use disorders. “Pregnant and postpartum Marylanders — and their families — deserve everything we can do to help them achieve lasting recovery,” said Maryland Department of Health Secretary Laura Herrera Scott. “This evidence-based, […]

Baltimore named least pet-friendly large city in U.S.

BALTIMORE, MD—With National Homeless Animals Day approaching and over 90.5 million U.S. pet-owning households having spent $136.8 billion last year on their animal companions, the personal finance website WalletHub this week released an in-depth report on 2023’s Most Pet-Friendly Cities. In order to determine where Americans’ animal companions can enjoy the best quality of life without breaking the bank, WalletHub […]

Maryland casinos generate $174.3 million in gaming revenue in July

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland’s six casinos combined to generate $174,323,087 in revenue from slot machines and table games during July 2023, down $7,180,139 (-4.0%) from July 2022. The July 2022 gaming revenue total of $181,503,226 was the second-best month in the 13-year history of the state’s casino program. Casino gaming contributions to the state in July 2023 totaled $73,184,177, a decrease of […]

Tornado Watch issued for Baltimore area

BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch for the Baltimore area. The watch will remain in effect until 9 p.m. on Monday night. Forecasters say a few tornadoes are likely along with widespread damaging winds and gusts of up to 75 MPH. Hail of up to 1.5 inches in diameter is also possible. Residents should stay tuned […]

Gas prices climb again, relief may be coming

BALTIMORE, MD—The nation’s average price of gasoline rose 7.8 cents in the last week to $3.79 per gallon, according to GasBuddy data compiled from more than 11 million individual price reports covering over 150,000 gas stations across the country. The national average price of diesel jumped 14.9 cents in the last week and stands at $4.14 per gallon. “Average gasoline […]

Parents seeking answers following 2015 disappearance of son, Baltimore County native

TOWSON, MD—August marks eight years since the disappearance of Baltimore County native Martise Brian Williams. At the time of his disappearance, Williams was 28 years old. He was last seen on August 4, 2015, leaving the 5500-block of Gwynn Oak Avenue in the Northwest District of Baltimore City. He was going to meet someone in the Randallstown/Liberty Reservoir area and […]

Severe storms likely in Baltimore area on Monday

UPDATE: The Baltimore area has been upgraded to a moderate risk for severe weather on Monday, as indicated in the updated graphics below. Original story below… BALTIMORE, MD—The work week could start with a bang, literally, in the Baltimore area. The National Weather Service says there is an enhanced risk of severe storms throughout the region on Monday. Forecasters say […]