BCPS: Anonymous bomb threat made against public schools in Maryland

UPDATE 2: Authorities have determined that the threats are not credible. UPDATE: From the Maryland Center for School Safety: Several bomb threats supposedly sent by a Russian terrorist group are circulating among multiple states. These threats began in Texas school districts on Friday, December 8, 2023 via emailed messages. The trend has spread to several states via emails, and SnapChat […]

BOOM ALERT: Aberdeen Proving Ground announces testing schedule for week of December 11

ABERDEEN, MD—Loud noise alert! Aberdeen Proving Ground officials say the base has firing operations scheduled for the week of December 11, 2023. APG has testing and training scheduled this week from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Noise may be heard in some areas off the installation. Military weapons, watercraft and/or aircraft will be visible during daytime and nighttime hours. Residents […]

Flood Watch issued for Sunday in Baltimore area, rain may end as snow on Monday

BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for the Baltimore area. The watch will be in effect from Sunday afternoon through late Sunday night. Forecasters say flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible throughout the area. Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor […]

BOOM ALERT: Aberdeen Proving Ground announces testing schedule for week of December 4

ABERDEEN, MD—Loud noise alert! Aberdeen Proving Ground officials say the base has firing operations scheduled for the week of December 4, 2023. APG has daytime and nighttime testing and training scheduled Monday, December 4 through Thursday, December 7 from approximately 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.  APG also has daytime testing scheduled for Friday, December 8 from approximately 8:30 a.m. to […]

Separate yard materials collection in Baltimore County to pause in December, resume in spring 2024

TOWSON, MD—The separate collection of yard materials for Baltimore County residents with “Y” days on their collection schedules will pause in December and resume in April 2024. The date of the last 2023 “Y” day varies among County collection schedules. Residents should refer to their particular schedule for details (the final “Y” day will occur within the first two weeks […]

Dense Fog Advisory issued for Baltimore area

BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Dense Fog Advisory for the Baltimore area. The advisory will remain in effect until 10 a.m. on Sunday morning. Forecasters say dense fog is now developing throughout the region. Residents should expect dense fog to become widespread overnight, with visibility at or below one-quarter of a mile expected. Motorists are advised to […]