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Inauguration Day: What to know if you’re traveling to Washington
If you are planning to travel to the nation’s capital from the Baltimore area, here’s what you should keep in mind.
The U.S. Capitol is seen as final preparations are make during a rehearsal for inauguration on the West Front of the U.S. Capitol on January 12, 2025 in Washington, DC.
PHA Healthcare says it will still house patients after state order to stop addiction treatment
PHA Healthcare has told some patients that they can continue to reside in its housing, according to Banner interviews with current clients.
An apartment complex in West Baltimore that PHA Healthcare uses to house some clients in recovery in Baltimore on October 18, 2024.
Almost no Black Marylanders wanted Trump’s return. Here’s how they’ll spend his Inauguration Day.
In interviews, several Black Marylanders said they are now steering clear of Washington, D.C., and instead practicing service and self-care.
WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 12: The sun rises over the National Mall and the inauguration stand as final preparations are make during a rehearsal for inauguration on the West Front of the U.S. Capitol on January 12, 2025 in Washington, DC. U.S. President-elect Donald Trump and Vice President-elect JD Vance will be sworn in on January 20.
Baltimore Red Cross worker headed to assist California wildfire victims: ‘Important to help’
The first Baltimore Red Cross volunteer is headed across the country to help with relief efforts on Friday.
ALTADENA, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 09: Khaled Fouad (L) and Mimi Laine (R) embrace as they inspect a family member's property that was destroyed by Eaton Fire on January 09, 2025 in Altadena, California. Fueled by intense Santa Ana Winds, the Eaton Fire has grown to over 10,000 acres and has destroyed many homes and businesses. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)
BARCS temporarily suspends dog intakes due to ‘uptick’ in respiratory illnesses
Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter temporarily suspended dog intakes due to a growing number of canines with a respiratory illness.
Sick dogs at BARCS are handled by volunteers in PPE.
Man who caused Essex home explosion that killed dog learns his fate
Michael Greensfelder, 53, of Essex, pleaded guilty on Thursday in Baltimore County Circuit Court to one count of first-degree arson for setting the fire on April 20, 2024, which caused the home on Crafton Road to explode.
Baltimore County fire officials said they arrived in the Essex community late Saturday night and found a home engulfed by fire.
Charm City Bluegrass Festival canceled this year, on ‘indefinite hiatus’
In a post on social media, festival organizers cited a lack of resources as their reason for canceling the festival this year.
The Charm City Bluegrass Festival, now in its 10th year, takes place May 5th and 6th at Union Craft Brewing.
Trump executive order could put Maryland’s offshore wind industry in crosshairs
The president-elect has reportedly tasked a New Jersey congressman with drafting an executive order to halt offshore wind development. Just how damaging it could be for plans off the Maryland coast remains to be seen.
A wind turbine spins and generates power for the U.S. electric grid at the South Fork Wind farm in the Atlantic Ocean, 35 miles east of Montauk Point, New York, in 2023.
Observation deck level at Baltimore World Trade Center will close in May, BOPA says
The iconic attraction, located on the 27th floor of the building, features a 360-degree view of Baltimore City.
Visitors to the Top of the World Observation Level in the World Trade Center can see parts of Baltimore through tower views.
String of crimes leaves Loch Raven on edge
Residents of the Loch Raven community in Baltimore County voiced concerns about crime at a recent meeting with county and police officials. The meeting followed a recent mass shooting and other incidents.
About 200 residents turned out to a meeting with Baltimore County Police Chief Robert O. McCullough and Councilman Mike Ertel at at Babcock Presbyterian Church in Loch Raven on Wednesday, January 15, 2025.
Justice reform, health and housing equity top Maryland Black Caucus’ priorities
The caucus already flagged one component of Gov. Wes Moore’s budget proposal — unveiled the day before — that gives them pause: freezing the amount of money going to community schools that serve high-need neighborhoods.
Del. Jheanelle Wilkins, a Montgomery County Democrat, leads a press conference for the Legislative Black Caucus of Maryland on Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025 in Annapolis.
How to prepare for Maryland’s coldest winter temperatures in years
In the case of snow, rain, ice, wind, sleet and other harsh winter weather, here are ways to prepare and places to get emergency alerts for Howard, Anne Arundel and Baltimore counties.
Time to bundle up. Light snow is in the forecast ahead of bitter cold temperatures.
Bird flu is infecting cats, cows and chickens, but no Marylanders yet
Bird flu has been found on the Eastern Shore, so how big a threat is it to chickens and humans?
The USDA is testing the milk supply since dairy herds have become infected with H5N1 strain of avian influenza, but so far have not found live virus in pasteurized products.
7 things to do in Howard County, from happy hour yoga to ‘Shrek’ drag brunch
Whether you’re looking to exercise, enjoy art or spend your Saturday night out on the town, there’s plenty to do in Howard County this week.
The bar area of Pub Dog in Columbia, MD as seen on September 21st, 2024.
I felt sorry for myself after my house was damaged. Then L.A. started burning down.
My family was displaced from our home for two weeks. The Los Angeles wildfires remind me how lucky we are to have a home to return to.
ALTADENA, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 09: Khaled Fouad (L) and Mimi Laine (R) embrace as they inspect a family member's property that was destroyed by Eaton Fire on January 09, 2025 in Altadena, California. Fueled by intense Santa Ana Winds, the Eaton Fire has grown to over 10,000 acres and has destroyed many homes and businesses. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)
Gaza ceasefire brings Baltimore area hope for lasting peace — and an end to a haunting memorial
The 15-month-long war has brought anguish to Jewish and Palestinian families across Baltimore, and a haunting public memorial has forced the area to confront the faraway conflict.
Front yard of Azi Rosenblum in Mt. Washington, Monday, January 13, 2025.
Maryland AG sues software vendor, landlords for price-fixing rents
The attorney general’s office blasted the defendants as a ‘cartel.’
Maryland Attorney General applauds for Maryland Gov. Wes Moore as he delivers his first State of the State address on 2/1/23 at the Maryland State House.
Baltimore County IG clears Planning Board member of misconduct, urges reforms
Baltimore County’s inspector general has cleared a Planning Board member of alleged misconduct arising from applications to rezone properties outside of their area of responsibility.
Baltimore County Inspector General Kelly Madigan addresses the Baltimore County Council during a hearing on two bills proposed to enshrine her office in the county's charter and remove a waiting period to subpoena non-government records Nov. 28, 2023.
Buckle (or bundle) up for ‘roller coaster’ weather
Baltimoreans could see snow, sunny skies, rain and a cold front that drops temperatures to the single digits all within the next five days.
Residents of South Baltimore brave the downpour on December 11, 2024.
Police investigate shooting in Columbia after teen found dead in parked car
Howard County Police responded to the 6000 block of Helen Dorsey Way for a “suspicious circumstances call” on Tuesday evening.
The Howard County Police logo seen outside their headquarters on January 25, 2024.
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