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Maryland Renaissance Festival tickets still available — despite early queue chaos
Jules Smith, president of the Maryland Renaissance Festival, said they sold more than 135,000 single-day tickets on Monday.
Horse killed in crash at Assateague Island — first since 2022
The 16-year-old horse was known as Gizmo.
13‑year‑old died in Mount Airy after being swept into drain pipe during storm
A 13-year-old boy died after being swept into a drainage pipe during a heavy rainstorm on Thursday evening in Maryland.
Clear skies and cooler temps this weekend. Here’s how to make the most of it.
With a rare summer forecast of clear skies and cooler temperatures for both Saturday and Sunday, here are some ideas for how to enjoy your weekend.
Maryland climbs to 19 heat-related deaths as high temperatures linger
Maryland heat-related deaths are up to 19 so far this summer, according to the latest data from the Maryland Department of Health.
Thunderstorms possible Friday night into the weekend, though Baltimore escapes flood watch
It’s likely to be rainy this weekend, but a reprieve from high humidity could be coming.
Perseid meteor shower: How to view the annual celestial show in Maryland
The Perseid meteor shower starts soon and peaks in mid-August. Here’s what to know about viewing them.
Baltimore dodges worst of storms as tornado warnings, heavy rain hit surrounding counties
The weather calmed Wednesday night in the Baltimore region after alerts were issued for much of the state warning of severe thunderstorms, flash floods and, for some, tornadoes.
Storms with 70 mph winds and lightning leave thousands without power, downed trees and road closures
After heat scorched the Baltimore region, heavy rain and 70 mph winds ripped through the area during Tuesday’s evening commute and led to power outages, fire and road closures.
With at least 9 heat deaths, summer is off to a deadly start in Maryland
At least nine people, including two children, have died from heat-related illness so far in 2025 — more than twice as many as this time last year, according to Maryland data.
Maryland Renaissance Festival tickets go on sale: What thou shouldst know
Multiday passes hit the market July 7 and single-day tickets go on sale Aug. 4.
From water to weed, here’s what will cost more in Maryland
Maryland taxes on cannabis, online sports betting, vehicle registration fees and more will be increased on July 1.
Frederick officer charged with solicitation of a minor, possessing child sexual abuse images
A Frederick Police Department corporal has been charged in Pennsylvania for possession of child sexual abuse material, soliciting a minor and related charges.
‘A painful setback’: Montgomery County leaders react to Supreme Court ruling on LGBTQIA+ books
A group of parents from Montgomery County had contended that the books violated their First Amendment right to exercise their religion freely.
Most of Maryland under severe thunderstorm watch
The forecast high temperature in the Baltimore area on Friday is around 82 degrees — the first time since Sunday the high temperature has dipped below 90 degrees.
Mud baths and frozen fruit: How the Maryland Zoo keeps its animals cool
From giant ice pops and water cannons to simply hanging in the shade, the animals at the Maryland Zoo have plenty of ways to stay cool.
Harriet Tubman gets a roadside historical marker on the Eastern Shore
Gov. Wes Moore unveiled a new roadside historical marker celebrating abolitionist Harriet Tubman and marking her birthplace.
Police investigating two quadruple shootings in Baltimore
The Baltimore Police Department is investigating after two quadruple shootings in the city.
‘Justice for the fruit man’: Hundreds rally for arabber fatally shot by Baltimore police
More than 300 people rallied in Upton on Friday evening to demand justice for Bilal “BJ” Abdullah, the well-known arabber fatally shot in Upton by police this week.
An uneasy calm as West Baltimore organizes to remember well-known arabber killed by police
Bilal “BJ” Abdullah, who was shot and killed by police Tuesday, was a longtime arabber and a fixture in his community.