$101.9 million settlement announced for Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse

BALTIMORE, MD—The owner and operator of the ship that struck and destroyed the Francis Scott Key Bridge earlier this year have agreed to pay $101.9 million to resolve a civil claim brought by the United States, officials announced this week. The settlement between the U.S. and the Singaporean corporations Grace Ocean Private Limited and Synergy Marine Private Limited covers federal […]

Baltimore County Animal Services launches ‘Life is Better with Pets’ campaign

TOWSON, MD—In an effort to share support for families with pets and draw attention to the influx of animals coming into the care of Baltimore County’s only public animal shelter, Baltimore County Animal Services (BCAS) on Wednesday launched its “Life is Better with Pets” campaign. The “Life is Better with Pets” campaign will share information about responsible pet ownership, resources […]

Dundalk shooting leaves 1 injured

DUNDALK, MD—Detectives with the Baltimore County Police Department are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding a shooting that occurred on Sunday, September 29, 2024. At just before 11:30 p.m., officers responded to the 600-block of Goodman Avenue (21222) in reference to a reported shooting. When authorities arrived, they found a 52-year-old man with a gunshot wound. He was taken to a […]

Attorney General Brown announces lawsuit seeking damages from M/V DALI owners following crash that destroyed Key Bridge

BALTIMORE, MD—Attorney General Anthony G. Brown, on behalf of the State of Maryland and all its agencies, including the Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA), the Maryland Port Administration (MPA), and the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE), filed a lawsuit against the owners – Grace Ocean Private Limited –and managers – Synergy Marine Pte Ltd. – of the M/V Dali for […]

Department of Aging awards Villages of Baltimore County grants to local organizations

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Department of Aging on Thursday announced that six grants have been awarded to organizations committed to the development and expansion of Villages of Baltimore County, an initiative designed to enhance the quality of life for older adults by promoting community engagement, improving access to resources, and encouraging social connections. “We are honored to support these organizations […]

Crews to improve pavement on roads in Baltimore County, Harford County next week

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland State Highway Administration crews will improve highway safety by treating sections of asphalt pavement on several roads in Baltimore County and Harford County next week.  Officials say the work should be complete by the end of the month, weather permitting. Beginning on Sunday night, September 22, crews will travel to selected locations and use slow-moving, specialized heavy equipment […]

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 […]