Justice Department files lawsuit against owners of container ship that destroyed Key Bridge

UPDATE: Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown has also announced a lawsuit against the owners of the Dali. Original story below… BALTIMORE, MD—The Justice Department has filed a $100 million lawsuit against the owners of the container ship that destroyed the Francis Scott Key Bridge earlier this year, seeking reimbursement for the costs of clearing the wreckage and restoring shipping traffic […]

Arrest made after two BCPS schools placed on lockout status due to social media threat

DUNDALK, MD—Police in Baltimore County have arrested an 18-year-old in connection with a school threat that was made on Thursday morning. At around 9:30 a.m. on September 12, officers began to investigate an online threat that appeared on social media. As officers investigated the matter, Dundalk High School and Sollers Point Technical High School were placed on a lockout status. […]

$73 million awarded for Francis Scott Key Bridge rebuild

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Transportation Authority has awarded a $73 million contract to Kiewit Infrastructure Co., which will be responsible for the complete design and construction of the new Francis Scott Key Bridge. The bridge, located in Baltimore, is part of a critical infrastructure project that is aimed at improving safety and efficiency. Officials say the two-phase Progressive Design-Build process will […]

Flood Watch issued for Sunday in Baltimore area as storm chances increase

UPDATE 2: The Flood Watch has been issued extended until 10:00 p.m. UPDATE: A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is also now in effect. Original story below… ——— BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for the Baltimore area. The watch will be in effect from 2:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 18, 2024. Forecasters say widespread showers […]

Baltimore grandmother wins $100K lottery prize

BALTIMORE, MD—A Baltimore grandmother received a surprise $100,000 prize after she purchased a scratch-off card at a convenience store in Dundalk. The grandmother, who lives in northeast Baltimore, was on the way home with her granddaughter when they stopped at the Carroll Mart located at 220 Wise Avenue in Dundalk for gas and snacks last week. While there, the pair […]