BALTIMORE, MD—The annual Thanksgiving travel survey from GasBuddy reveals that 72% of Americans are planning to hit the road for the holiday, marking a significant comeback from the pandemic years. This represents a 75% increase compared to 2023, when only 41% opted for road trips. The recent decline in gas prices is a contributing factor to the resurgence of road […]
BALTIMORE, MD—AAA forecasts that nearly 80 million Americans will travel over the Thanksgiving holiday, setting a new record for the busiest holiday travel period. This projection, released on November 18, 2024, represents a 1.7 million increase from last year and surpasses pre-pandemic levels. The surge in travel is attributed to strong post-pandemic demand for reunions with family and friends, according […]
BALTIMORE, MD—The national average price of gas has declined for the fifth straight week, falling 0.7 cents to $3.02 per gallon, according to GasBuddy. This marks the lowest level since May 2021. The national average decreased by 15.2 cents from the previous month and is 27.6 cents lower than a year ago. The decline in gas prices is attributed to […]
TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County police are urging drivers and pedestrians to be extra cautious after dark following a recent spike in fatal pedestrian crashes. The Baltimore County Police Department responded to four fatal pedestrian crashes over the past five days, three of which occurred during the evening or early morning hours. According to the department, pedestrian safety is a major community […]
BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) will hold three open houses in December to discuss proposed alternatives to address traffic issues at the William Preston Lane, Jr. Memorial (Chesapeake Bay) Bridge. The open houses are part of the Tier 2 National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) study for the Chesapeake Bay Crossing Study. This study, which is being conducted in coordination […]
BALTIMORE, MD—The national average price of gasoline has fallen for the fourth consecutive week, reaching its lowest point since May 2021, according to GasBuddy. The average price per gallon dropped 2.2 cents to $3.03, which is 16.7 cents lower than last month and 32.3 cents lower than a year ago. This decline is attributed to seasonal demand weakening as temperatures […]
BALTIMORE, MD—A joint investigation between partner law enforcement agencies and the Maryland Car Rally Task Force yielded the arrest of a Baltimore County man in connection with a car rally in Philadelphia. The suspect has been identified as Juawarn Williams, 21, of Rosedale. In a coordinated operation by the Maryland Car Rally Task Force and the Philadelphia Police Department, Williams […]
WHITE MARSH, MD—Baltimore County Councilman David Marks on Friday announced today that he has secured funding for the Bucks School House Road traffic signal at Perry Hall Boulevard. Working with the County Executive’s office, the signal has been included in the list of upcoming projects, and contracting is moving forward. The White Marsh intersection now meets all federal standards for […]