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So long, CharmCard. Maryland phasing out transit card in favor of mobile app
The Maryland Transit Administration is phasing out CharmCard in favor of the mobile app CharmPass.
Judge limits prosecution of Navy doctor accused of killing wife in Anne Arundel
Attorneys for Dr. James Strachan Houston argued the case was tainted beyond reproach by the behavior of Anne Arundel County State’s Attorney Anne Colt Leitess and two police detectives.
Driver identified in Baltimore County crash that killed 2 elementary school girls
Maryland State Police have said the crash is still under investigation.
Deportation suspended for two women held in ‘inhumane’ Baltimore holding room
Both women were sent by ICE to detention facilities in New Jersey and Colorado over the weekend.
BWI sees record rainfall as atmospheric river brings flooding to Western Maryland
After some record-breaking rainfall Tuesday night, the Baltimore area will likely continue to have cloudy, stormy weather over the week.
Unlike their namesake team, Baltimore orioles are soaring in Cromwell Valley
This is the time of year for Baltimore’s birds – those pint-sized songsters whose bold tangerine sets off beautifully against the green trees.
After a day of burning, massive West Baltimore warehouse fire is contained
Fire officials said a blaze in West Baltimore, which peaked at a seven-alarm incident late Monday, is contained as of Tuesday night.
200 people evacuated from Western Maryland school by boats
Allegany County spokesperson Kati Kenney said responders used rescue boats to safely evacuate a school. About 150 students and 50 adults were evacuated during 15 boat trips.
Prosecution looks troubled in Anne Arundel County murder case involving polyamorous couple
It’s still possible a panel of judges on the Appellate Court of Maryland could order the case frozen as they consider the prosecution’s appeal.
Slow down! Baltimore County has 6 new speed cameras near schools
Baltimore County officials are adding speed cameras near six schools — and they’ll even be active over the summer.
MARC, Amtrak delays persist after massive fire in West Baltimore
Six Amtrak trains on the MARC Penn Line are canceled for Wednesday morning following a massive fire at a warehouse next to the train tracks in West Baltimore.
Kelly Madigan was honored as ‘fraud fighter of the year.’ She soon may be out of a job.
Baltimore County Inspector General Kelly Madigan was putting the finishing touches on her latest fraud investigation yesterday when her bosses told her she might be out of a job.
Preakness weather forecast: Showers with a chance of storms
The forecast for Preakness Stakes 2025? Showers and a chance of storms on the day of the big race.
Dozens displaced by 7-alarm fire at West Baltimore warehouse
Over 220 firefighters responded to a warehouse fire in West Baltimore Monday night.
Letter: Gov. Moore, say no to reparations bill — and take bold action instead
Larry S. Gibson says Gov. Wes Moore should veto a bill to study and report on reparations, and should instead act with boldness and immediacy to address the consequences of slavery.
Two firefighters hospitalized, one in critical condition, after downtown fire
One firefighter is in critical condition after a downtown fire, Baltimore City Fire Department officials said.
Baltimore ‘baby bonus’ advocates hit another roadblock
The Maryland Child Alliance is back to collecting signatures to create a fund for parents of newborns.
Expect traffic as roadwork begins on Jones Falls Expressway
Drivers, especially motorcyclists, should be aware of uneven pavement while the project continues.
Bob Embry, who shaped Baltimore philanthropy, retiring from Abell Foundation
The Abell Foundation contributes $16 million to causes each year, and Embry has guided that giving.
Letter: I am a mother and an abortion provider
A mother and abortion provider says Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate moms and fight for reproductive choice.