Severe storms to arrive in Baltimore on Monday afternoon, evening

BALTIMORE, MD—When will the severe weather arrive in the Baltimore area on Monday? The National Weather Service says it will be an active weather day as severe thunderstorms are expected to impact much of central Maryland. The storms are forecast to reach the I-95 corridor during the evening rush hour, likely between 2 p.m. and 10 p.m. Thunderstorm chances persist […]

Water main break reported in Carney

UPDATE: The water main break has created a massive sinkhole on Cromwell Bridge Road. Original story below… ——— CARNEY, MD—Crews are on the scene of a major water main break in the Carney area. At just after midnight on Monday, June 26, 2023, the Providence Volunteer Fire Company reported that a 42-inch water main had ruptured at Cromwell Bridge Road […]

Severe thunderstorms, significant hail likely in Baltimore area on Monday

UPDATE: The National Weather Service now says the greatest threat for severe weather will be between 2 p.m. and 10 p.m. Original story below… BALTIMORE, MD—After spotty storms move through the area on Sunday, forecasters say severe thunderstorms and even some hail are likely in and around Baltimore on Monday. The National Weather Service says a strong system arriving on […]

Incoming BCPS superintendent announces transition team

TOWSON, MD—Dr. Myriam Yarbrough, who will begin her term as superintendent of Baltimore County Public Schools on July 1, 2023, on Friday announced the members of her transition team. The 39-member team includes current and retired BCPS educators, staff, and administrators, employee association leaders, higher education administrators, business and community partners, and law enforcement representatives. Members of the transition team […]

Ahead of legalization, police warn motorists of risks of cannabis-impaired driving

TOWSON, MD—In preparation for the legalization of cannabis in Maryland on July 1, 2023, the Baltimore County Police Department is reminding area motorists to know their limits and be aware of the risks associated with cannabis-impaired driving. Cannabis and marijuana consumption can impair driving, negatively impacting reaction time, motor coordination, and attention. Duration of cannabis intoxication/impairment can vary widely and […]

Police investigating after anti-Semitic literature found in Parkville, Cockeysville

PARKVILLE, MD—The Baltimore County Police Department’s Parkville Precinct and Cockeysville Precinct have taken several reports of literature being left in local neighborhoods. The reports have been coming in since January and, in some cases, police say the propaganda had an anti-Semitic tone to it. As detectives investigate this national trend, they are asking  anyone with information concerning these cases to […]

Vision to Learn returns to Baltimore County Public Library to provide free eye exams to children

Towson, MD) – Baltimore County Public Library this week announced the return of Vision To Learn. The nonprofit dedicated to providing free eye exams and, if needed, glasses to children visits 15 of our branches over the summer months. Studies have consistently shown that clear vision is directly linked to a child’s ability to learn effectively. Unfortunately, many children in […]