Police release additional details on Middle River crash that killed Maryland Air National Guard member, elected officials respond to safety concerns

MIDDLE RIVER, MD—Police have released additional information on a fatal crash in Middle River that killed a Maryland Air National Guard member. At just before 10 p.m. on Wednesday, January 3, 2024, officers responded to a crash that occurred in the 3000-block of Eastern Boulevard (21220). Detectives with the Baltimore County Police Department have determined that a Mazda CX-5 was […]

Trees fall into homes, motorists stranded, residents flooded out during severe Baltimore storm

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Residents in northeastern Baltimore County and southern Harford County are recovering after a major rain and wind storm moved through the area on Tuesday night. Saturated ground combined with high winds caused several trees to fall, hitting homes and blocking roadways.  In the Long Green area, trees fell onto two homes causing significant structural damage (photo above and below), […]

Suspect shot dead after pointing gun at police in Baltimore County

UPDATE: The decedent has been identified as 29-year-old Sha-Kim Akil Webley of Windsor Mill. Original story below… PIKESVILLE, MD—A suspect is dead after he was shot by police while pointing a gun at officers in Baltimore County on Tuesday. At just before 11:30 a.m. on January 9, officers with the Baltimore County Police Department responded to a 9-1-1 call for […]

Baltimore County Police Department unveils 150th anniversary badge

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Police Department has unveiled its commemorative badge to honor the Department’s 150th anniversary. The specially crafted emblem serves as a testament to the Baltimore County Police Department’s rich history over the past century and a half. To recognize this special milestone, Chief Robert McCullough appointed a committee to design the “150 Year Anniversary Commemorative Badge.” The […]

Olszewski announces legislative agenda for 2024 Maryland General Assembly

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski on Monday announced that his administration’s robust legislative agenda for the upcoming Maryland General Assembly’s 2024 Legislative Session will include a continued focus on issues of housing, securing funds for critical community projects, modernizing regional infrastructure, and supporting public safety. “As we prepare to begin 2024, Baltimore County remains focused on working with our […]

Maryland Department of State Police seeking candidates for new State Fire Marshal

PIKESVILLE, MD—The Maryland Department of State Police is accepting applications for qualified individuals to serve as the new State Fire Marshal. The State Fire Marshal, a management level position, is the agency head of the Office of the State Fire Marshal. The selected candidate will be charged with the overall responsibility for leading all operations and functions of the Office […]

Police searching for missing teen last seen in Dundalk area

UPDATE: Police say Iker Umana has been located. Original story below… ——— DUNDALK, MD—Police in Baltimore County are searching for a missing teen. Iker Umana, 14, is 5’2” tall and weighs 187 pounds. He was last seen at 6:45 a.m. on Friday morning, January 5, wearing a gray hoodie and black sweatpants. Anyone with information on Iker Umana’s whereabouts is […]