Green Hypocrisy. The Case of Baltimore’s Bresco Waste-to-Energy Incinerator
Baltimore’s Bresco incinerator emits massive pollution, challenging Maryland’s climate goals and green policies.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
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Baltimore’s Top of the World observation level will remain open even though its lease has expired
Baltimore’s Top of the World observation level will remain open to the public even though its lease with the State of Maryland has expired.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Dundalk parade kicks off Maryland's Independence Day celebrations Saturday morning
Dundalk's Independence Day parade begins at 8 a.m. Saturday, featuring marching bands, elected officials and a special flyover wishing Maryland a happy 250th.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Catonsville volunteers brave heat to set up for 3,000+ July 4th fireworks
Rows of lawn chairs, folding chairs and plastic chairs already line Frederick Road in Catonsville ahead of one of Maryland's biggest Fourth of July celebrati...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Extreme Heat Warning with triple-digit temps across Maryland
An extreme heat warning starts Thursday as it gets hotter and the humidity increases in Baltimore.
Jul 2, 2026Open source
Baltimore City and Maryland State invest in redeveloping vacant homes
Secretary of Housing and Community Development Jake Day said that the state invested nearly 4.5 million dollars into Reinvest Baltimore.
Jul 2, 2026Open source
Popular Food Hall To Host 2 MD Grand Openings This Month
The Wonder food hall will be hosting two grand openings in Maryland's Glen Burnie and Bowie communities this month.
Jul 2, 2026Open source
Cecil County's voter turnout was the lowest in the state
ELKTON — Cecil County’s voter turnout in last week’s primary election was the lowest among Maryland’s 23 counties and also lower than the turnout in...
Jul 1, 2026Open source
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Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for parts of VA, MD; DC sets record high on Fourth of July
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for parts of Virginia and Maryland on the Fourth of July, while the rest of the region was under an Extreme Hea...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
DNA technology leads to identification of Revolutionary War soldier The remains of a Revolutionary War sold...
The remains of a Revolutionary War soldier were identified as a young man from Maryland just before America's 250th anniversary.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Las Vegas road construction projects reach key milestones
Project on Maryland Parkway and Boulder Highway are part of a broader push by the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada and local governments...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Scientists who identified remains of Revolutionary war soldier from Maryland hope to name others
CAMDEN, SC — Fourteen unknown soldiers who died in the Battle of Camden are one step closer to being identified 246 years after their deaths. With one sold...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Maryland cities are among those nationwide that have revived teen curfews amid summer crowds
As communities prepare for crowded July Fourth celebrations, cities and towns across the country have revived juvenile curfews and increased police patrols i...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Dundalk kicks off Maryland's Fourth of July celebrations with first parade in the state
Dundalk hosts Maryland's first Fourth of July parade at 8:15 a.m., drawing families who call it the best in the state.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
‘I'm going to Maryland': 12,000% increase in fireworks could sink DC air quality
The Fourth of July fireworks show on the National Mall could be the world’s largest ever, which means the possibility of record-breaking levels of pollutio...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Grant will allow Voices of Hope to provide free child care while parents attend recovery meetings
ELKTON — The Maryland Office of Overdose Response recently awarded $6.3 million in grants to non-profit programs fighting substance abuse and providing car...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
On July 4, schools should celebrate a fourth ‘R’: reading, ‘riting, ‘rithmetic and rectitude
Can civic and character education in public schools – which have been around for decades -- bring us closer to the Founding Fathers aspirations for us to b...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Allegany man convicted of illegal database access, identity theft
An Allegany County man has been convicted in connection with illegal access to online databases. He was sentenced to two consecutive three-year prison terms,...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Ex-Harford County EMT, volunteer fire company member arrested on child pornography charges
Former Harford County EMT charged with six counts of sexual solicitation of a minor following three-year investigation by Maryland State Police and FBI.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Gov. Wes Moore sidesteps 2028 talk while defining what patriotism means to him
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore sidestepped speculation about a possible 2028 presidential run while outlining his views on patriotism ahead of the Fourth of July.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Lusby man arrested, faces child porn charges in Harford County: police
Jurel Daquone Leo Bowman, of Lusby, Maryland, was charged with multiple counts of sexual exploitation of a minor.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Questions about Wes Moore’s promises spread beyond military record
As Gov. Wes Moore takes the national stage with a speech on America’s 250th birthday, he faces a growing list of questions in Maryland over whether his ...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
What will weather look like during Fourth of July weekend in Maryland?
No doubt it will be hot this Fourth of July weekend, with temperatures well above normal to start the holiday as a heat wave sticks over Maryland. But rain c...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Weather Alert: Brace for 110°+ heat index Friday, then July 4 storms in DC area
An extreme heat warning has been issued for D.C., Maryland and Northern Virginia, and storms are likely on July 4.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Boil water advisory issued for parts of Prince George's County
WSSC Water issued a boil water advisory for parts of Prince George's County, Maryland, after a 16-inch water main broke in Clinton on Thursday.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Update: 4-alarm fire spreads to 6 row homes
A four-alarm fire Thursday afternoon on Clayton Road near Maryland Avenue displaced about 20 people living in six row homes.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
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Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for parts of VA, MD; DC sets record high on Fourth of July
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for parts of Virginia and Maryland on the Fourth of July, while the rest of the region was under an Extreme Hea...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
DNA technology leads to identification of Revolutionary War soldier The remains of a Revolutionary War sold...
The remains of a Revolutionary War soldier were identified as a young man from Maryland just before America's 250th anniversary.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Las Vegas road construction projects reach key milestones
Project on Maryland Parkway and Boulder Highway are part of a broader push by the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada and local governments...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Scientists who identified remains of Revolutionary war soldier from Maryland hope to name others
CAMDEN, SC — Fourteen unknown soldiers who died in the Battle of Camden are one step closer to being identified 246 years after their deaths. With one sold...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Maryland cities are among those nationwide that have revived teen curfews amid summer crowds
As communities prepare for crowded July Fourth celebrations, cities and towns across the country have revived juvenile curfews and increased police patrols i...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Dundalk kicks off Maryland's Fourth of July celebrations with first parade in the state
Dundalk hosts Maryland's first Fourth of July parade at 8:15 a.m., drawing families who call it the best in the state.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
‘I'm going to Maryland': 12,000% increase in fireworks could sink DC air quality
The Fourth of July fireworks show on the National Mall could be the world’s largest ever, which means the possibility of record-breaking levels of pollutio...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Green Hypocrisy. The Case of Baltimore’s Bresco Waste-to-Energy Incinerator
Baltimore’s Bresco incinerator emits massive pollution, challenging Maryland’s climate goals and green policies.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Grant will allow Voices of Hope to provide free child care while parents attend recovery meetings
ELKTON — The Maryland Office of Overdose Response recently awarded $6.3 million in grants to non-profit programs fighting substance abuse and providing car...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
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