Chesapeake Bay Foundation challenges permit for proposed Cecil County salmon farm
The Chesapeake Bay Foundation filed a petition Monday in Circuit Court for Cecil County challenging a permit for a proposed salmon farm.
$12 million in research grants, contracts at University of Maryland impacted by Trump DEI cuts
More than 40 research grants and contracts at the University of Maryland, College Park have been canceled due to cuts by the Trump administration, according to The Diamondback, the independent student newspaper associated with the university.
Baltimore Mayor Scott unveils Summer Youth Engagement Strategy
Baltimore City Mayor Brandon Scott is set to unveil his summer youth engagement strategy Wednesday afternoon.
Baltimore Mayor Scott announces launch of Mayor's Office of Arts and Culture
Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott announced the launch of the Mayor's Office of Arts, Culture, and Entertainment (MOACE) in a statement Wednesday.
Former BPD forensic scientist files lawsuit alleging retaliation for reporting lab misconduct
A former Baltimore Police Department forensic science supervisor has filed a federal lawsuit against the Baltimore Police Department, claiming he was fired in retaliation for reporting serious problems within the department's crime lab.
Baltimore Mayor Scott announces $1.2 million donation to Key Bridge collapse victims and survivors
Baltimore City will contribute $1.2 million to the Key Bridge Emergency Response Fund, which supports victims' families and survivors of the bridge collapse, Mayor Brandon Scott announced Tuesday.
Data breach prompts increased cybersecurity for Baltimore City Public Schools, State's Attorney's office
Baltimore City Public Schools and the State's Attorney's Office are ramping up cybersecurity measures after a data breach, officials said.
Sen. Van Hollen defends Kilmar Abrego Garcia support after criticism from Rachel Morin's mother
Maryland Senator Chris Van Hollen responded to criticism from the mother of Rachel Morin about his advocacy for the release of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Maryland man who was mistakenly deported last month.
Chesapeake Bay Bridge is safe despite NTSB vessel collision risk report, MDTA says
The Chesapeake Bay Bridge does not meet a modern risk threshold for vessel collisions according to the National Transportation Safety Board, but MDTA officials say that the bridge itself is safe and well maintained.
Former Amazon driver sentenced to 45 days in jail, home detention, for downtown Baltimore hit-and-run
A Baltimore County man was sentenced Monday to 45 days of home detention, 45 days in jail and two years of probation for hitting a pedestrian with an Amazon van and leaving the scene, according to court records.
Mayor Scott touts crime reduction, economic growth in State of the City address
In his address, Mayor Brandon Scott said Baltimore City has made significant progress in reducing violent crime, and growing the city's economy.
14 Maryland congressmen write to President Trump, demanding return of Kilmar Abrego Garcia
In a letter, 14 Maryland congressmen wrote to President Donald Trump, demanding the return of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Maryland man who was mistakenly deported last month.
Gov. Moore announces more resources for Maryland federal workers impacted by mass layoffs
Maryland Governor Wes Moore announced additional resources to support federal workers displaced by recent efforts by the Trump administration to reduce the size of the federal workforce.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia was "traumatized" at CECOT, Sen. Van Hollen says
Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen returned Friday from his trip to El Salvador after meeting with Kilmar Abrego Garcia, the man who was deported due to an administrative error.
Howard County announces $5 million for expansion at Johns Hopkins Medical Center
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball announced Wednesday a $5 million investment for a new observation unit at Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center (HCMC) in his upcoming fiscal year 2026 operating budget.