Crash shuts down I-695 outer loop near Towson

UPDATE: The crash involves a tractor-trailer and another vehicle. Two people have been transported for injuries. All lanes have now been reopened. Original story below… ——— LUTHERVILLE, MD—Crews on the scene of a crash along I-695 near the Towson area. The crash was reported at around 2 p.m. on Monday, August 12, 2024 on the outer loop of the Baltimore […]

Dr. Pamela Lin-Chen joins Baltimore County Public Library Board of Trustees

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Public Library officials on Monday announced that Dr. Pamela Lin-Chen is joining the Library Board of Trustees, starting in September 2024, and will serve through 2029. While Dr. Lin-Chen considers herself an avid consumer of books – becoming an audiobook aficionado during the pandemic – it is the free resources provided at the library that piqued her […]

Multiple lane closures to occur along I-695 this week

BALTIMORE, MD—Motorists should be aware of several lane closures that will occur along I-695 in Baltimore County this week. As part of the 10-bridge rehabilitation project at the I-95/I-695 interchange near Arbutus, crews will be shifting traffic as part of the project, which will necessitate a triple lane closure. This will occur beginning Monday, August 12 at 11:45 p.m. until […]

Flooding reported in Bowleys Quarters, Miami Beach closed

UPDATE: Bowleys Quarters Volunteer Fire Rescue & Marine reports that there have been two rescues, with seven vessels recovered so far.  The Oliver Beach Improvement Association reports heavy damage to piers in the area. Original story below… MIDDLE RIVER, MD—As the remnants of Tropical Storm Debby move through the Baltimore region, flooding is occurring in many locations. As of Friday […]

Maryland Higher Education Commission announces $18.75 million in campus safety grants

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Higher Education Commission announced this week that it has awarded $18.75 million in grants to improve public safety at higher education institutions in Maryland. The grants can be used for a variety of purposes, including campus security assessments, enhanced security operations, and emergency management planning. The money is being awarded to colleges and universities across the state, […]

Six arrested in Towson, Owings Mills armed robberies

TOWSON, MD—Five juveniles and one adult have been arrested in connection with two armed robberies that occurred on Monday in Baltimore County, police said. The robberies happened around 8 p.m. near the shopping center in the 800-block of Dulaney Valley Road in Towson, Baltimore County Police said in a statement. Authorities said officers found a vehicle connected with the robbery […]

Stabbing reported in Towson

TOWSON, MD—Police are on the scene of a stabbing in the Towson area. At just before 10:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at approximately 10:25 P.M., authorities responded to a stabbing that occurred at York Road and Chesapeake Avenue. At the scene, officers found that the victim was reportedly stabbed with a knife. The suspect fled the area heading […]