BALTIMORE, MD—The national average price of gasoline has risen 1.4 cents in the last week, according to data released on Monday by GasBuddy. This is the second consecutive week of increase. “Another week brings a mixed bag at the gas pump, with gas prices declining in slightly more than half of U.S. states while others have seen increases due to […]
TOWSON, MD—With Halloween just around the corner, the Baltimore County Police Department is offering safety tips for children and motorists. One way to celebrate the holiday safely is to attend a supervised event. The Baltimore County Police Department has a list of events that have been sponsored by the department. This also includes family-friendly Halloween events hosted by local community […]
GWYNN OAK, MD—The body of an unidentified man was recovered from the waters of Gwynn Oak Park on Thursday, and homicide detectives have been requested to investigate the body’s condition. According to a press release, Baltimore County Police responded to the area of Gwynn Oak Park at approximately 9:15 a.m. on September 26 after receiving reports of a swift water […]
BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) is announcing several new laws going into effect on Tuesday, October 1, aimed at improving customer experience and streamlining services. Among the changes are new measures allowing the MVA to print death certificates, extend the validity of learner’s permits, and waive some state ID fees and the identification card fee […]
ANNAPOLIS, MD—On Wednesday, the State of Maryland welcomed His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan to Annapolis. The visit marks the first time a foreign head of state has visited the Maryland State House on official business. The King traveled to Maryland to meet with Governor Wes Moore and take part in a roundtable discussion with a group of leaders […]
BALTIMORE, MD—Fleischmann’s Vinegar Company has agreed to a $1.1 million settlement for unauthorized discharges of pollution from its Baltimore facility, according to a press release from the Maryland Department of the Environment. The settlement will require the company to conduct regular water quality testing in the Jones Falls, investigate the source of the discharges, and take steps to correct the […]
TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski and Maryland Department of Health Secretary Dr. Laura Herrera Scott on Wednesday announced that Dr. Lucy Wilson has been named the county’s new Health Officer and Director of the Department of Health and Human Services. Wilson, who has served in a number of high-profile public health roles in Maryland, including most recently as the […]
BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Information Technology (DoIT) this week announced that it is offering free AI courses and workshops to state employees. This is part of an effort to make the technology more accessible and responsible for the public sector. The State of Maryland’s educational AI resources are made possible through its partnership with InnovateUS, a non-profit organization dedicated […]