Over 5,500 warnings issued to drivers illegally passing school buses in Baltimore County, close call caught on video

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County’s new school bus camera safety program is already proving to be fruitful. As of this week, police say over 5,500 warnings have been issued to drivers illegally passing school buses in Baltimore County. Motorists caught passing a stopped school bus with its red lights flashing can expect to receive a $250 citation beginning November 4, 2024. “Keeping […]

Baltimore County, southern Harford County lane closures announced for October 4 – 11

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Transportation has announced major lane closures for the coming weekend and week in Baltimore County. Officials say the closures could impact travel for those driving in the area. All work is weather permitting. The planned closures include the following: Baltimore County MD 140 (Reisterstown Rd.) between Pleasant Hill Rd. and Stocksdale Ave. – County Waterline […]

Maryland DNR warns drivers to be cautious during deer mating season

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is warning drivers to pay attention to their surroundings and watch out for deer during their mating season. The mating season for white-tailed deer begins in mid-October and lasts throughout November and early December, according to the department. During this time, deer often travel across roads at unpredictable times of day in search […]

Baltimore County lane closures announced for September 27 – October 4

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Transportation has announced major lane closures for the coming weekend and week in Baltimore County. Officials say the closures could impact travel for those driving in the area. All work is weather permitting. The planned closures include the following: MD 140 (Reisterstown Rd.) between Pleasant Hill Rd. and Stocksdale Ave. – County Waterline Replacement and […]

Crews to begin upgrading Route 40 traffic barriers on Monday

ROSEDALE, MD—State Highway Administration crews will upgrade concrete traffic barriers and metal barrier end treatments along US 40 (Pulaski Highway) between the Baltimore City line (near 64th Street) and Chesaco Avenue in Rosedale beginning on Monday, September 23rd. The $1.2 million traffic safety enhancement project should be complete late fall, weather permitting. Beginning at 9 p.m. on Sunday night, contractor […]

Crews to improve pavement on roads in Baltimore County, Harford County next week

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland State Highway Administration crews will improve highway safety by treating sections of asphalt pavement on several roads in Baltimore County and Harford County next week.  Officials say the work should be complete by the end of the month, weather permitting. Beginning on Sunday night, September 22, crews will travel to selected locations and use slow-moving, specialized heavy equipment […]

Ertel, Marks announce new pedestrian crosswalk in Middle River

MIDDLE RIVER, MD—Baltimore County Councilman Mike Ertel and Councilman David Marks on Thursday announced the upcoming construction of a pedestrian crosswalk in Middle River. The crosswalk will be built later this fall on Compass Road at Radial Court and cost approximately $15,000. “This crosswalk should significantly help as students walk to and from places like Middle River Middle and Victory […]