Howard County Secures $75M Loan For 5,000-Foot Tunnel To Divert Floodwater From Ellicott City
Once completed, the tunnel will carry 26,000 gallons of stormwater per second away from the town's streets and into the Patapsco River.
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Once completed, the tunnel will carry 26,000 gallons of stormwater per second away from the town's streets and into the Patapsco River.
A 38-year-old Halethorpe man pleaded guilty Tuesday to threatening to blow up the National Security Agency headquarters in Fort Meade and shoot government employees, the Maryland U.S. Attorney's Office said.
Crews were working Monday afternoon to get a barn fire in Howard County under control, authorities said.
Gorillaz, the virtual band co-founded and helmed by Damon Albarn and Jamie Hewlett, is set to come to Merriweather Post Pavilion this October in the group's first tour since 2018.
One woman was killed and another injured Friday morning in a head-on crash in Elkton, authorities said.
The department said there are "multiple patients" and an entrapment.
It was a nice morning for a drive deep into Howard County to Woodbine, where we visited the estate of a former Maryland governor. His name was Edwin Warfield and his estate was called Oakdale. On property deeded way back in "the day," like Revolutionary War-era day, the governor's family settled and built a 22-room house on 180 acres.
Police said they do not believe the shooting was random.
"I am fully vaccinated, boosted, and thankful for the robust protection the vaccine has provided," he said in a statement.
A Long Reach High School student was hospitalized Thursday after he was stabbed outside the school, authorities said.
The woman will be sentenced in July and could face up to life in prison.
Howard County will use $2.1 million to expand mental health services in its public school system, which educates a total of nearly 58,000 students.
The venue said the jobs are perfect for students, teachers and seniors who are available in the summer.
The 22-year-old Elkridge resident was eligible for the drawing after receiving her COVID-19 vaccinations and booster shot in Maryland. Havrilko told the lottery she's still deliberating on how to spend the prize money.
Wegmans, the Rochester, N.Y.-based gourmet grocery store chain with eight locations in Maryland, said Thursday it plans to phase out plastic bags in all its stores.
Police said the man approached two 14-year-old girls near the Swansfield Pool and offered them money for sex acts.
Interested candidates are encouraged to make appointments, but walkups are also welcomed.
An early Tuesday morning apartment fire in Howard County is being investigated as a possible case of arson, authorities said.
Stop us if you've heard this one before: Columbia is one of the best places in the country to live.
Four people were hospitalized in the crash, and a 67-year-old woman died.
Country star Dierks Bentley says a "bunch of friends, ice cold beer and good Country music is just about all you need for a perfect summer," and that will no doubt be the desired effect when the singer brings his "Beers On Me" tour to Merriweather Post Pavilion in July.
Howard County officials on Wednesday announced the indictments of eight men suspected of being part of the "59 Hoover" gang, an organization responsible for a wide range of crimes throughout the county.
The crash involves seven vehicles and was reported at 1:30 p.m.
Allegany, Baltimore, Carroll, Cecil, Frederick, Garrett, Harford, Howard and Washington counties, as well as Baltimore City, could see rain and heavy wind gusts.
A man suspected of shooting and killing an acquaintance outside a Jessup bar last week has turned himself in, authorities said Monday.
Baltimore's city council unanimously approved a bill on Monday that bars city police from cooperating with federal immigration enforcement efforts and bans immigration officers from city buildings.
These centers have come under fire recently as energy bills continue to skyrocket for many Marylanders.
Charges won't be filed in a shooting that killed a knife-wielding man who attempted to punch officers during a domestic response in Baltimore County last December, according to the Maryland Attorney General's Office.
Dayton James Webber, a quadruple amputee and professional cornhole player, was arrested and charged with murder in Maryland.
BWI and airports across the country are facing staffing shortages, as TSA agents continue to be affected by the partial government shutdown and by stalled efforts to fund the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
Baltimore's city council unanimously approved a bill on Monday that bars city police from cooperating with federal immigration enforcement efforts and bans immigration officers from city buildings.
BWI and airports across the country are facing staffing shortages, as TSA agents continue to be affected by the partial government shutdown and by stalled efforts to fund the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
Dayton James Webber, a quadruple amputee and professional cornhole player, was arrested and charged with murder in Maryland.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore and Rep. McClain Delaney met with leaders in Washington County amid concerns about plans to establish an ICE detention center near Hagerstown.
These centers have come under fire recently as energy bills continue to skyrocket for many Marylanders.
Marylanders are reacting to the United States and Israel's military strike on Iran.
The Ravens said they "clearly made an error" and won't appeal the ruling.
A Howard County Police officer responded to a call last weekend that really got his goat.
Chilly night ahead with some frost possible west of I-95. Warmer weather returns this weekend.
Storm threat continues Thursday with high heat added to the mix too during the afternoon.
Actor Johnny Alonso talks about a new series where WJZ's Marty Bass has a recurring cameo.
The Black Wall Barn and Lodge is opening March 24 at the Rotunda in Baltimore.
We are getting a sneak peak inside the new Barn and Lodge located at the Rotunda in Baltimore, Maryland.
Dr. Tyrone Stanley, coordinator and assistant professor of Musical Theatre in the Fine and Performing Arts Program, shares what makes Morgan's fine arts program so special and upcoming performance information.
Fort McHenry in Baltimore is preparing for cherry blossom season. Peak bloom is expected between April 3 and April 5.
Fans entered the gates on a picture-perfect day, getting a first glimpse of the 2026 Baltimore Orioles, as they are just days away from opening the season.
Oluchi Okananwa, who helped eliminate North Carolina last March in the Sweet 16 when she played for Duke, scored 21 points for No. 5 seed Maryland (24-9).
Star pass rusher Maxx Crosby said he was "livid" after the Baltimore Ravens backed out of the trade that would have sent two first-round draft picks to the Las Vegas Raiders.
Bryce Harris had 19 points and 14 rebounds, and he sank a turnaround jumper with 13 seconds remaining that sent Howard to its first NCAA Tournament victory in program history, 86-83 over UMBC in the First Four on Tuesday night.
Two Morgan State University wrestlers are competing in the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships. It's the first time in the program's history.
A statue of Christopher Columbus been placed on the grounds of the Eisenhower Executive Office Building adjacent to the White House.
Most Republicans, especially MAGA, continue to support the US action and express a lot of confidence in Trump personally.
The Supreme Court will consider whether states can count mail ballots that are postmarked by Election Day but arrive after.
Robert Mueller served as FBI director from 2001 to 2013 and led the investigation into allegations of Russian meddling in the 2016 presidential election.
Wait times aren't expected to improve until government funding is restored and TSA officers receive paychecks.
Nearly 200 families were expected to shop at the 10th annual Christmas Store, hosted by the University of Maryland, Baltimore, and The Foundry Church on Friday.
After a loved one became a victim of sexual assault, a Maryland family is on a mission to prevent it among teens.
Over 400 future star chefs took over Baltimore on Saturday for a National Culinary Cook-off.
Chopped Broadway Bodega & Deli is making its mark as the first Black- and women-owned bodega in Fells Point, bringing the unmistakable flavors of a classic New York bodega to Baltimore.
'I Believe in Me Girls' held its fifth annual workshop on Saturday to empower young women while introducing them to a variety of career opportunities in the creative industry.
Senator Kagan said this bill will limit what she calls "bait and switch" and price gouging.
The Maryland Department of Emergency Management increased the State Activation Level from Normal to Partial on Friday morning in response to a Microsoft outage that has paralyzed systems worldwide.
Neighbors in one west Baltimore neighborhood are figuring out what to do for groceries, due to the Giant Food location in Edmondson Village closing next month.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is asking to move marijuana to Schedule III, alongside ketamine and some anabolic steroids
New flights to both U.S. and Caribbean destinations are coming to BWI in 2026.
After three decades of serving customers on the Baltimore waterfront, The Cheesecake Factory is closing its Inner Harbor location.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
The Baltimore Tech Hub, one of 31 federal "Tech Hubs" designated last year, was skipped for a cut of $504 million in the first round of funding for the program.
Primanti Bros. on Tuesday announced plans to expand to the Baltimore region this spring.
Mixed nuts from Ohio-based Mellace Family Brands sold at some Wegmans stores could be tainted with Salmonella, FDA warns.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
With open enrollment starting soon, employees could get sticker shock, with their costs expected to rise 6% to 7% for 2026, a new study says.
After WJZ shed light on a rat infestation plaguing one Towson community, Baltimore County officials say they are now taking action.
Recalled supplemental shakes were distributed to hospitals and long-term care facilities nationwide, federal officials say.
Bobby J. Brown's breakout role was as a police officer on HBO's "The Wire." He appeared in 12 episodes across four seasons.
Bad Bunny took the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else performed at Super Bowl 60.
Music's biggest night returned Sunday with the 68th annual Grammy Awards. Here is how to watch and stream and what to know.
James Ransone, the actor who played Ziggy Sobotka in the HBO series "The Wire" and appeared in many other TV shows and movies, has died.
Director Rob Reiner and wife, Michele, were found dead in their Los Angeles home, sources told CBS News, in what police called an apparent homicide.
Colder weather for Maryland through early Wednesday
Chilly, breezy spring Tuesday in Maryland
Breezy, chilly Tuesday in Maryland
Despite a warm start to spring in Maryland, rollercoaster temperatures will remain through Wednesday.
Temperatures rebound on Wednesday Afternoon
Colder weather for Maryland through early Wednesday
Baltimore City Council passes bill to protect immigrants
Baltimore City bill would put one-year pause on data center development
Chilly, breezy spring Tuesday in Maryland
Maryland lawmakers consider bill to name Megalodon as state's official shark