Climate & environment

Here’s a look at some of the Maryland region’s most historic winter storms.

Snowfall will start in Maryland Saturday evening and continue into Sunday, with a high likelihood of at least 5 inches of snow and possibly more than 10, the National Weather Service said Thursday.

As Maryland agencies continue to share tips this week for the state’s Winter Safety Week, here’s how to weather whatever comes this season.

About 140 million people were under winter storm or cold weather watches or warnings — and in many places both.

A major winter storm is expected to sweep across much of the East Coast this weekend.

Forecasters on Tuesday warned that the ice could weigh down trees and power lines, triggering widespread outages.

“The parameters are there for an impactful snow event,” said Anna Stuck, a meteorologist for the National Weather Service’s Baltimore/Washington office.

Perhaps crows capture our imaginations because we have so much in common. Like other members of the corvid family — jays, ravens and magpies — crows possess a singular intelligence.

The snow will taper off in the evening, and temperatures will drop well below freezing.

Marylanders can expect light snow and slick roads around the Baltimore area on Saturday and Sunday, according to the National Weather Service.

It’s too early to tell for sure whether the snow will stick, according to the National Weather Service, but it’s going to be plenty cold.

Exelon and Constellation are among the state’s top campaign donors — the second and third biggest, according to campaign finance records.

After a sunny Tuesday, there’s a 60% chance of precipitation on Wednesday evening as some light rain turns into snow, according to the National Weather Service.

A bill by Councilman Pat Young would impose a moratorium on data centers in Baltimore County until 2027.

Maryland Public Service Commission Chairman Frederick Hoover was appointed to his role in 2023 by Gov. Wes Moore. He will no longer serve as the PSC’s leader, but will continue to be a commissioner.

A steady rain will keep Marylanders cool and damp this weekend before colder, unsettled weather moves in, bringing gusty winds and the chance for snow or sleet by Monday as January’s chill deepens.

As the U.S. turns 250 years old, the Department of Natural Resources is challenging Marylanders to hike 250 miles of state park trails by the end of 2026.

The facility operates in Gunpowder Falls State Park and has been the subject of controversy over its “trash juice” permit.

The current water system is owned by Baltimore City, although it also serves several counties in the region.