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Why extreme heat causes trains to slow down
When steel, the backbone of railroads, heats and expands, there’s a risk of buckling, where the track snaps out to the side. Trains cannot move when this happens.
Baltimore swelters as temps hit 105 degrees. Here’s when the heat dome ends.
The Baltimore region saw its second-hottest June temperature ever on Tuesday, according to the National Weather Service.
Safety rules face stress test as Baltimore continues trash collection amid heat wave
As Baltimore swelters under extreme heat this week, the city is making adjustments to trash and recycling collection to keep workers safe, but said pickups will continue as scheduled.
A heat dome is bringing dangerous temps to Maryland. Here’s what to know.
A strong ridge of high pressure is creating “very warm” air mass over the region, a phenomenon known as a heat dome.
A heat dome might bake Baltimore. Expect higher temps and BGE bills.
High humidity will make temperatures feel closer to 110 degrees through Wednesday, said Brian LaSorsa, a meteorologist at the National Weather Service Baltimore/Washington forecast office.
Man shot by Baltimore Police in Upton dies, officials say
The man who police shot in Upton on Tuesday evening died, Baltimore Police confirmed Wednesday.
Idaho medical center CEO found dead in Baltimore
Nicholas Manning, 46, was the CEO of West Valley Medical Center in Caldwell, Idaho.
Uniquely Baltimore: Meet the Charm City Lemon Sticks, a new women’s baseball team
The Charm City Lemon Sticks, a Baltimore women’s baseball team, are the newest addition to the Eastern Women’s Baseball Conference.
Baltimore public pools open starting Tuesday as summer kicks off
The city’s park and neighborhood pools will open on weekdays starting Tuesday, after a handful opened on weekends last month.
On Friday the 13th, tattoo parlors lean into impulse: ‘It’s like a ritual for people’
Tattoo parlors around the country will sell flash designs — tattoos that are predrawn, not custom creations — at discounted prices.
No charges for Baltimore Police officers who fatally shot teen, AG says
Three Baltimore Police officers who shot and killed a teenager last year will not face charges, the Maryland Office of the Attorney General said Wednesday.
Get ready for heat, Maryland. Temps expected to hit the 90s across the region tomorrow.
Thursday is expected to be the first day of the year when temperatures top 90 across the entire Baltimore region, according to the National Weather Service.
How to celebrate Pride in Maryland as Baltimore marks 50 years
There are tons of Pride events in June, including parades, festivals, brunches and block parties.
Harbor East roads reopen after 5,000-gallon fuel spill dyes harbor red
Boat services on the Harbor Connector line between Maritime Park and Locust Point also returned Monday morning.
Labubus are invading Maryland. What to know about the cute, creepy little monsters.
Labubus, a plush toy by the Chinese collectible company Pop Mart, have started popping up everywhere. Here’s what’s behind the craze.
Baltimore races to clean fuel spill that turned portion of harbor red
Efforts to clean up the spill could cause traffic problems in the Harbor East area on Thursday.
Teachers in Baltimore County are stopping their work days on time. It’s a protest over pay.
Baltimore County Public Schools teachers will not perform any work outside of their contractually obligated hours, according to the Teachers Association of Baltimore County.
What in the Jumanji? Bear, baboon and alligator sightings in Maryland
Baltimoreans will sometimes report seeing an unexpected animal roaming the streets — and we are delighted by it and not always wrong.
Tornado, flash flood warnings issued for Maryland counties
The National Weather Service issued a tornado warning for parts of Anne Arundel, Howard, Montgomery and Prince George’s counties.
Artscape, Deathfest and more: Here’s what to know about traffic & parking this weekend
There’s a lot going on in Baltimore over Memorial Day weekend. Here’s what you need to know about traffic and parking restrictions.