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Cases of carbon monoxide exposure in Maryland up by 50% so far in 2026

Cases of carbon monoxide (CO) exposure in Maryland increased by nearly 50% in 2026 compared to last year, according to data from the State Department of Health.​

Baltimore mayor signs executive order to protect rights and safety of immigrants

Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott signed an executive order that aims to improve public safety in the city and protect the rights of immigrants.

Chilly, gloomy Friday forecast across central Maryland

More needed rain is on the way.

Maryland drivers react to surging gas prices amid war with Iran

As the war with Iran rages on, drivers in Maryland and across the country are feeling the pain at the gas pumps.

Popular Harford County coffee chain causes major traffic headaches

7 Brew Coffee in Abingdon opened its doors in December, but some Harford County residents are still concerned about the traffic backups along Maryland 924 as people get in the drive-thru line.

Maryland lawmakers again consider lifting ban on beer and wine sales in grocery stores

The Maryland General Assembly is once again considering legislation to allow grocery stores to sell some alcohol.

Proposed Maryland bill would strengthen child abuse awareness training for child care providers

Maryland lawmakers are considering a bill that would require child care providers to complete specialized training on recognizing and reporting child abuse.

Video of deadly Baltimore County police use-of-force incident released

The police body camera video of the deadly use-of-force incident in Baltimore County last month has been released.

Rising costs for basic needs have Baltimore residents concerned, study finds

As the affordability crisis plays out around the country, Johns Hopkins University researchers found out how the issue impacts residents in the Baltimore area.

Woman gets to destination after war with Iran left her stranded in Middle East

A Baltimore County native who was stranded in the Middle East as the war with Iran intensified said she safely got out of there and made it to her ultimate destination.

Waymo pushes for Maryland leaders to pass bills regulating autonomous vehicles

Waymo testified to the Maryland House of Delegates and the state Senate to advocate for two bills that would authorize autonomous vehicle companies to operate in Maryland.

Serial burglar arrested for string of thefts at downtown Baltimore hotels

A man whom police are calling a serial burglar was arrested for a string of thefts that resulted in $20,000 of stolen property from several hotels in downtown Baltimore, according to police.

Woman caught on camera in Maryland home break-ins sentenced to 5 years

A Maryland woman who was caught on camera breaking into multiple homes ​in three counties was sentenced to five years in prison for the offenses in Anne Arundel County, according to the State's Attorney's Office.

BGE temporarily pauses Baltimore Peninsula infrastructure expansion project

BGE is temporarily pausing a project on the Baltimore Peninsula that aims to expand the capacity of the utility system, saying it plans to review recommendations given by Maryland Senate President Bill Ferguson.