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Family of DPW worker who died of heatstroke says it was ‘completely preventable’
After a Baltimore sanitation worker died on the job from overheating 10 days ago, his family spoke publicly for the first time Monday.
The children of Ronald Silver II, a solid waste worker who died of hyperthermia, wear shirts that read  “We Love You Dad” printed on family photos at a press conference held outside City Hall on Monday.
Federal government investigating Bel Air home explosion, victims identified
The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating what it called a natural gas explosion at a home in Bel Air.
Fire and emergency responders are continuing to search through debris Sunday morning after an apparent house explosion in Bel Air.
Towson University business college dean, Aneil Mishra, dies at 62
Aneil Mishra, who was named the dean of the College of Business & Economics at Towson University last year, died earlier this month.
Aneil Mishra, who was named the dean of the College of Business & Economics at Towson University last year, died Sunday.
6 local takeaways from Nancy Pelosi’s talk in Baltimore, from the Ravens to her faith
Speaking in her hometown of Baltimore Thursday night about her new book “The Art of Power,” House Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi cracked jokes, told stories of her time in the House and reflected fondly on Charm City.
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi of Calif., speaks on the House floor at the Capitol in Washington Thursday, Nov. 17, 2022.
How and when to view the Perseid meteor shower from Baltimore
The astronomical spectacle is expected to be most visible from the northern hemisphere Aug. 11-12.
An outburst of Perseid meteors lights up the sky in August 2009 in this time-lapse image. Stargazers expect a similar outburst during next week’s Perseid meteor shower, which will be visible overnight on Aug. 11 and 12.
Towson Apple employees approve union contract with higher pay, schedule protections
The employees in Towson were the first in the United States to form a union of Apple store workers in 2022, and then in late June became the first in the country to reach a tentative contract agreement after protracted negotiations.
The employees in Towson were the first in the United States to form a union of Apple store workers in 2022, and then in late June became the first in the country to reach a tentative contract agreement after protracted negotiations.
Gov. Moore calls for ‘full investigation’ after Baltimore sanitation worker’s heat death
A coalition of Baltimore City Council members and AFSCME Council 3 leaders came together Tuesday morning to demand more protection for public employees following the heat-related death of a sanitation worker, Ronald Silver II.
Patrick Moran, President of AFSCME Maryland Council 3, decries working conditions at the Department of Public Works at a press conference following the death of Ronald Silver II, who was on the job with the DPW's Bureau of Solid Waste when he died, outside of City Hall on Tuesday, Aug. 6, 2024 in Baltimore, MD.
Man shot by police during barricade at Frederick hotel was wanted in Pennsylvania
A 45-year-old man wanted for sexual assault and abuse as shot by police, the Frederick County Sheriff's Office said.
The sheriff’s office did not say how the situation escalated or whether the subject had or fired a weapon.
What are those swarming bugs in Patterson Park?
There’s no need to worry — unless you’re a cicada.
A captured cicada killer from Patterson Park.
Council members, unions demand new safety measures after sanitation worker’s death
The heat-related death of a Baltimore sanitation worker has prompted City Council members and city worker unions to demand more stringent safety-measure for municipal workers. The city Department of Public Works paused trash and recycling collection Tuesday to focus on heat safety training sessions.
A trailer sits behind a fence covered in vies, with an old, painted brick building in the background.
How to watch Maryland’s Bailey Anne Kennedy compete for Miss USA
This weekend, Bailey Anne Kennedy could become the first trans woman to be crowned Miss USA. Here’s how you can tune in.
This weekend, Bailey Anne Kennedy could become the first trans woman to be crowned Miss USA — though she’s not the first to compete for the title.
Artscape weekend will be dangerously hot and maybe stormy
While it may not be the hottest weekend of the year, Artscape weekend is forecast to be hot and humid.
While it may not be the hottest weekend of the year, Artscape weekend is forecast to be hot and humid.
Montgomery County considers ‘noise cameras’ for ticketing loud vehicles
Montgomery County lawmakers want to establish a pilot program that would automatically ticket drivers if their vehicles are making excessive noise via unlawfully modified exhaust systems.
First time offenders caught by the “noise cameras” would get a warning, with subsequent violations earning a fine of up to $75.
Prince George’s County canine officer charged with animal cruelty
A Prince George’s County canine officer is charged with animal cruelty over the mistreatment of a police dog.
Baltimore Police lights flicker at night.
How Maryland’s first offshore wind farm could affect the environment
The project that could become Maryland’s first offshore wind farm would have few major environmental impacts, according to a review by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management.
Wind turbines in the ocean.
Union for Apple workers in Towson reaches ‘historic’ contract with tech giant
Workers at the Towson Apple store have secured a union contract, the first of its kind in the country.
Workers at the Towson Apple store have secured a union contract, the first of its kind in the country.
Maryland senators split on attending Netanyahu’s Congress speech
Sen. Ben Cardin is presiding over the speech, while Sen. Chris Van Hollen said he’s skipping it.
Sen. Ben Cardin is presiding over the speech, while Sen. Chris Van Hollen, pictured here in a file photo from July 2023, said he’s skipping it.
Drought watch expands to include western counties in Maryland
The Western Maryland drought watch is based on lower-than-normal stream flows and groundwater levels for this time of year, state officials said.
Drought watch expands to include western parts of Maryland.
There are more parasites in oyster sanctuaries. Here’s why that’s a good sign.
Biologists with the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center found evidence that sanctuaries in tributaries of the bay have higher populations of oysters and other marine life, including two common parasites.
A restored oyster reef in a sanctuary in the James River, Maryland.
It doesn’t seem like Kamala Harris will base her campaign in Baltimore again
Then-Sen. Kamala Harris based her first run for president in Baltimore. As of now, it does not appear the vice president will move the campaign apparatus from Wilmington, Delaware, to Charm City.
Then-Sen. Kamala Harris based her first run for president in Baltimore. As of now, it does not appear the vice president will move the campaign apparatus from Wilmington, Delaware, to Charm City.
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