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Maryland Department of Transportation releases $21.2 billion final six-year capital budget

Posted on January 16, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Transportation has released its $21.2 billion final six-year capital budget for fiscal years 2025-30. The budget fully funds and revives projects that prioritize safety and reliability while driving economic growth statewide. “Maryland deserves and demands to have a safe and reliable transportation system that is accessible for all to use and helps drive our ability […]

Governor Moore urges caution in wake of winter storm as bitter cold moves in

Posted on January 7, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore is urging Marylanders to avoid non-essential travel so highway crews can continue to clear up from the winter storm. In a press conference, the governor emphasized the need for clear roads to allow highway crews to work effectively and for residents to stay safe in the face of bitter cold temperatures and wind chills. “Maryland is […]

Maryland transportations officials encourage safe holiday travel

Posted on December 19, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland’s Department of Transportation (MDOT) is urging travelers to prioritize safety during the busy holiday season, as the agency anticipates a surge in travelers. The holiday travel period, which runs from Dec. 21, 2024, to Jan. 1, 2025, is expected to see a significant increase in the number of travelers on Maryland roads and at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport. […]

Maryland transportation officials urge residents, visitors to practice safety this Thanksgiving holiday travel season

Posted on November 22, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland transportation officials are urging residents and visitors to prioritize safety during the Thanksgiving holiday travel season, as millions are expected to journey by road, rail, and air. The Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) encourages travelers to be mindful of increased traffic and plan their trips accordingly to ensure a safe journey. “As families and friends gather to celebrate […]

Maryland MVA launches app for businesses to accept mobile IDs for age verification

Posted on November 19, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Transportation’s Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) has launched a new mobile app, Mobile ID Check by MD, enabling businesses to accept mobile driver’s licenses and identification cards for age verification. The free app, available for download on the Apple App Store and Google Play, aims to provide a secure and convenient way for businesses to verify […]

Record low broken at BWI overnight

Posted on October 17, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—Thursday got off to a chilly, record-breaking start in the Baltimore area. At BWI-Marshall Airport, the overnight low temperature of 32 degrees broke the old record for October 17 of 33 degrees that was set back in 1982. Forecasters say this was the earliest freeze at BWI since 2006 (October 13). Things should turn milder this weekend, with highs […]

BWI Airport breaks passenger traffic record for second straight month

Posted on September 17, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI) Thurgood Marshall Airport set a record for passenger traffic in July 2024, with 2,667,660 travelers taking to the airport, breaking the previous record set in June, the state of Maryland announced in a press release on Monday, September 16th. “BWI Marshall Airport connects Maryland residents and businesses to the world,” said Governor Wes Moore. “This […]

BWI Marshall breaks monthly passenger record in June

Posted on August 14, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI Marshall) has set a record for the most passengers in a single month, according to data released on Tuesday by the Maryland Department of Transportation. A total of 2,603,847 commercial passengers flew through BWI Marshall Airport in June, which is an 11% increase from the same month in 2023. The department also said […]

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