Maryland prepares for winter weather with robust stockpile

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA) this week announced that it is fully prepared for the upcoming winter season, with a comprehensive plan in place to ensure the safety of Maryland road users. The department unveiled its preparations at its annual Snow Show, held on Thursday, December 5, 2024. State Highway Administrator Will Pines says […]

Maryland launches survey to improve safety for pedestrians, cyclists

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA) is asking Maryland residents for input on how to improve safety for pedestrians, cyclists, and other vulnerable road users. The agency has launched an online survey to gather feedback on the challenges faced by these individuals and to help guide future infrastructure decisions. The survey, conducted by the MDOT […]

Maryland transportation officials urge residents, visitors to practice safety this Thanksgiving holiday travel season

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland transportation officials are urging residents and visitors to prioritize safety during the Thanksgiving holiday travel season, as millions are expected to journey by road, rail, and air. The Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) encourages travelers to be mindful of increased traffic and plan their trips accordingly to ensure a safe journey. “As families and friends gather to celebrate […]

Crews to repair pavement on Harford Road in Baltimore County, Route 24 in Harford County

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland State Highway Administration will begin repairing pavement on MD 147 (Harford Road) between Notchcliff Road and Long Green Pike in Glen Arm, Baltimore County. Crews will also improve MD 24 (Emmorton Road) between north of the Aberdeen Proving Ground – Edgewood Area South Gate and MD 755 (Edgewood Road) in Harford County beginning on Monday, November 18th. […]

Crews to upgrade traffic barriers on Route 40 in Middle River next week

MIDDLE RIVER, MD—The MDOT State Highway Administration will upgrade concrete traffic barriers along US 40 (Pulaski Highway) between Middle River Road and Ebenezer Road in eastern Baltimore County beginning Monday, November 4th. The $1.5 million traffic safety enhancement project will be complete by early summer 2025, weather permitting. Beginning at 9 a.m. Monday, contractor and subcontractor crews will work to […]

Double fatal crash on I-83 leaves 2 dead, 4 injured

UPDATE: The victims have been identified as Kevin Johnson, 53, of Ruther Glen, Virginia and James Hutson, 61, of Ephrata, Pennsylvania. Original story below… SPARKS, MD—Maryland State Police are investigating a double fatal multiple-vehicle crash that occurred on Wednesday afternoon in Baltimore County. The driver of a pickup truck and the driver of a mobile crane, whose identities are being […]

State Highway Administration to upgrade traffic barriers along Route 40 in Middle River

MIDDLE RIVER, MD—The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration will upgrade concrete traffic barriers along US 40 (Pulaski Highway) between MD 700 (Martin Boulevard) and Middle River Road in the Middle River area of Baltimore County beginning Thursday, October 24. The $1.2 million traffic safety enhancement project will be complete early spring 2025, weather permitting. Beginning at 9 a.m. […]

Councilman Marks pushes for state funding at three local corridors

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Baltimore County Councilman David Marks has urged state officials to prioritize funding for three corridors in anticipation of the Consolidated Transportation Program meeting in Towson on Monday. The CTP meetings are held in each county as the state contemplates a long-term transportation program. “First, the construction of an eastbound connection from Philadelphia Road to White Marsh Boulevard is critically […]