Flood Warning issued for Baltimore area

BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Warning for portions of the Baltimore area and parts of Harford County. The warning will remain in effect until 7 p.m. on Tuesday, June 27, 2023. Locations that will experience flooding include Baltimore City, Cockeysville, Towson, Bel Air, Catonsville, Parkville, Carney, Perry Hall, Arbutus, Rosedale, Rossville, Brooklyn Park, Timonium, White Marsh, […]

Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for Baltimore area on Monday

UPDATE: The Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been extended until 11 p.m. Original story below… ——— BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for the Baltimore area. The watch will remain in effect until 9 p.m. on Monday, June 26, 2023. Forecasters say damaging wind gusts and large hail are the main threats associated with these storms. […]

Severe storms to arrive in Baltimore on Monday afternoon, evening

BALTIMORE, MD—When will the severe weather arrive in the Baltimore area on Monday? The National Weather Service says it will be an active weather day as severe thunderstorms are expected to impact much of central Maryland. The storms are forecast to reach the I-95 corridor during the evening rush hour, likely between 2 p.m. and 10 p.m. Thunderstorm chances persist […]

Severe thunderstorms, significant hail likely in Baltimore area on Monday

UPDATE: The National Weather Service now says the greatest threat for severe weather will be between 2 p.m. and 10 p.m. Original story below… BALTIMORE, MD—After spotty storms move through the area on Sunday, forecasters say severe thunderstorms and even some hail are likely in and around Baltimore on Monday. The National Weather Service says a strong system arriving on […]

Incoming BCPS superintendent announces transition team

TOWSON, MD—Dr. Myriam Yarbrough, who will begin her term as superintendent of Baltimore County Public Schools on July 1, 2023, on Friday announced the members of her transition team. The 39-member team includes current and retired BCPS educators, staff, and administrators, employee association leaders, higher education administrators, business and community partners, and law enforcement representatives. Members of the transition team […]

Ahead of legalization, police warn motorists of risks of cannabis-impaired driving

TOWSON, MD—In preparation for the legalization of cannabis in Maryland on July 1, 2023, the Baltimore County Police Department is reminding area motorists to know their limits and be aware of the risks associated with cannabis-impaired driving. Cannabis and marijuana consumption can impair driving, negatively impacting reaction time, motor coordination, and attention. Duration of cannabis intoxication/impairment can vary widely and […]

Police searching for missing Essex man

UPDATE: Gary Lanier has been located. Original story below… ESSEX, MD—Police are searching for a man who has been reported missing from the Essex area. Gary Floyd Lanier, Jr., 51, is  6’3″ tall and weighs 240 pounds. He was last seen at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, June 20, 2023 in Essex wearing jeans and a t-shirt. He has “18697” tattooed […]