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 […]

Frozen fruit products recalled due to possible Listeria risk

MINNEAPOLIS, MN—SunOpta Inc’s subsidiary, Sunrise Growers Inc., has issued a voluntary recall of specific frozen fruit products linked to pineapple provided by a third-party supplier due to the potential for these products to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Listeria monocytogenes is an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others […]

Barricade situation unfolding in Timonium, residents advised to remain indoors

TIMONIUM, MD—Authorities are responding to a barricade situation in the Timonium area. At around 9:30 a.m. on Friday, June 23, 2023, officers responded to the 100 block of E. Timonium Road. Motorists are being asked to find an alternate route as police work to resolve the matter. Traffic is being rerouted along E. Timonium Road between Greenmeadow Drive and Eastridge […]

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 […]

7.5 million Baby Shark bath toys recalled due to impalement, puncture risk

WASHINGTON—Approximately 7.5 million Baby Shark bath toys are being recalled due to injury risk. When using the recalled bath toys, particularly in a bathtub or wading pool, a child can slip and fall or sit onto the hard plastic top fin of the shark, posing risks of impalement, lacerations and punctures. The recall involves both full-size Robo Alive Junior Baby […]

Richin Trading recalls Sunwave mini jelly cups due to potential choking hazard

WASHINGTON—Richin Trading is voluntarily recalling its Mini Fruit Jelly Cup (35.27oz. and 52.90 oz.) due to the products being a potential choking hazard based off the product size. Small jelly cups have previously been implicated in choking deaths of children. The recalled jelly cups were distributed nationwide in retail food stores and are sold in large clear jars. Below are […]

Conagra Brands recalls frozen beef shepherd’s pie products due to possible presence of plastic pieces

WASHINGTON—Conagra Brands is recalling approximately 2,717 pounds of frozen beef shepherd’s pie products that may be contaminated with extraneous materials, specifically clear, flexible plastic, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service has announced. The frozen beef shepherd’s pie products were produced on March 1, 2023, with time stamps ranging between 17:45-17:56 hours. The following products are subject […]

Black bear spotted in Nottingham

ROSEDALE, MD—More and more black bears have been spotted in Baltimore County in recent days. Just last week, a bear or bears was/were spotted in Glen Arm, Phoenix, Towson, and Carney. On Friday morning, a black bear was spotted in the Nottingham area. The White Marsh Cowenton Community Association and South Perry Hall Boulevard Improvement Association report that the bear […]