Taquitos sold at ALDI recalled over metal contamination concerns

BALTIMORE, MD—A brand of frozen chicken and cheese taquitos has been recalled over concerns about potential metal contamination, a federal agency announced. According to a news release from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Bestway Sandwiches Inc. recalled around 24,870 pounds of the taquitos, which may be contaminated with pieces of metal. The recalled product was sold at ALDI grocery stores […]

Special Weather Statement issued for Baltimore area ahead of weekend snowfall

BALTIMORE, MD—Another round of wintry weather is set to move through the Baltimore area, but this time the snowfall accumulations should be on the lighter side. The National Weather Service has issued a Special Weather Statement for the Baltimore area. Light to locally moderate snow will move across eastern West Virginia, northern and central Virginia, and western and central Maryland […]

Maryland State Police respond to over 100 crashes during winter storm

BALTIMORE, MD—Since 1 a.m. on Monday, Maryland State Police say they have responded to 475 calls for service, including 123 reported crashes and 156 unattended vehicles. All Maryland counties now have Snow Emergency Plans in effect. Baltimore County government is closed on Monday, as is Harford County government, Baltimore County Public Schools, and Harford County Public Schools. A second round […]

Baltimore County crews pre-treating roads, preparing for significant winter storm

TOWSON, MD—With the first significant winter storm of 2025 expected to impact Baltimore County on Sunday night and into Monday, the Department of Public Works and Transportation (DPWT) is prepared to ensure the safety of residents. According to the National Weather Service, a Winter Storm Warning is in effect from 10 p.m. tonight until to 1 a.m. Tuesday for much […]

Winter Storm Warning issued as massive system approaches Maryland, up to 12 inches possible in parts of state

UPDATE 2: Baltimore County government will also be closed on Monday. UPDATE: Baltimore County Public Schools and Harford County Public Schools have announced weather-related closures for Monday. Original story below… ——— BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Maryland as a massive system approaches the region. The warning will be in effect from 10 p.m. […]

Winter Storm Watch issued for all of Maryland, up to 10 inches possible in Baltimore area

UPDATE 2: A Winter Storm Warning has now been issued for all of Maryland. UPDATE: A Winter Storm Warning is now in effect for some parts of the state. Original story below… ——— BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch for the entire state of Maryland as the Baltimore area braces for its first significant snowfall […]

CPSC, Maryland State Fire Marshal warn against using liquid-fueled fire pits

BALTIMORE, MD—The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has issued a strong warning to consumers, urging them to avoid using fire pits designed to burn pooled alcohol or other liquid fuels. The agency cited two deaths and at least 60 injuries associated with these products since 2019 as evidence of their extreme danger. Acting State Fire Marshal Jason M. Mowbray […]