Scammers spoof Maryland’s EBT number as new benefit cards arrive

WMAR 2 News 8/10 11:00P Mallory Sofastaii

As Maryland sends out more secure EBT cards to families receiving food and cash assistance, scammers are trying to capitalize on the rollout. A viewer who does not have an EBT card and never applied for benefits received a suspicious robocall and...

How ‘popcorn brain’ can create challenges in the classroom

WTOP News 8/10 10:54P Linh Bui

This story is part of WTOP’s 2026 Back to School coverage. Constant phone notifications and endless scrolling can lead to “popcorn brain,” a term coined to describe a restless, scattered state of mind. Your thoughts feel like popcorn kernels...

Another round for Tuesday

WMAR 2 News 8/10 9:21P Abigail Degler

Good morning, happy Tuesday! Ready for another round? We are looking at a less significant setup for this afternoon. Storms nonetheless will move in again for the afternoon and early evening hours. A marginal risk throughout the state spare...

Flights halted at BWI Airport amid severe weather in Maryland region

WMAR 2 News 8/10 10:51A Dominick Philippe-Auguste

A ground stop has been issued at Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport as severe weather impacts the Maryland region. In a social media post, BWI announced that all airline flight operations are temporarily suspended. All...

ICE detention facility can keep building in Howard County

WMAR 2 News 8/10 10:47A Amanda Engel

Construction can continue on an ICE detention facility in Howard County after a judge issued a preliminary injunction Monday. This comes more than a month after Judge Adam Abelson heard arguments from Howard County and Genesis GSA Strategic One...

Harford County Sheriff announces third arrest following Chris Hansen 'Takedown' investigation

WMAR 2 News 8/10 10:34A Dominick Philippe-Auguste

A third arrest has been announced in Harford County following a week-long joint investigation with Chris Hansen and his "Takedown" team. Authorities say Lawrence B. Purser, 31, of Aberdeen, has been apprehended and charged with solicitation of a...

Eat ‘Like Animals’ with these Baltimore restaurants’ BTS specials

Baltimore Fishbowl 8/10 10:27A Marcus Dieterle

If you’re in Baltimore for K-Pop group BTS’s concerts Monday and Tuesday, and you want to “eat this life ‘til your heart is full,” look no further than these local bars and restaurants. Several...

BTS is in town! Here’s how to navigate detours and road closures around M&T Bank Stadium

Baltimore Fishbowl 8/10 8:33A Aliza Worthington

It is a good thing the Orioles are playing out of town because across the way at M&T Bank Stadium, preparations are underway for the BTS concerts happening Monday night and Tuesday night. Expect high...

‘They want to go low. We can take it to Hades.’ Baltimore First Lady Hana Scott pushes back against...

Baltimore Fishbowl 8/10 8:21A Marcus Dieterle

Baltimore First Lady Hana Scott says she has “been silent way, way too long” about local media coverage of her, her family, and her work. Recovering from a hysterectomy in July and soreness after...

Baltimore County councilman seeks deal to advance long-stalled Lutherville Station project

Baltimore Fishbowl 8/10 6:30A John Lee, WYPR

It appears a controversial development along the light rail in Baltimore County is about to leave the station. For years, the redevelopment of Lutherville Station has been stalled, but a county...

Baltimore’s 8 x 10 rock club announces upcoming shows, plans for reopening and renovations

Baltimore Fishbowl 8/10 6:00A Marcus Dieterle

After changing ownership and with renovations planned, Baltimore’s 8 x 10 music venue will reopen in October with a mix of local and nationally touring acts. The rock club s new owners announced their...

Five Stories To Start Your Week: Crazy Mason Closing; Shaq’s Big Chicken Opens; 8 X 10 New Owners;...

Baltimore Fishbowl 8/10 3:57A Baltimore Fishbowl Staff

Last week, we shared news that Crazy Mason Milkshake Bar will be closing in Ellicott City; basketball legend Shaq s Big Chicken chain opened its first standalone Maryland location; and Baltimore s 8 x...

The Daily Dispatch Quiz — August 10, 2026

Baltimore Fishbowl 8/10 3:25A Baltimore Fishbowl Staff

Put your local news knowledge to the test with David Conn’s Daily Dispatch Quiz . 6 questions. 90 seconds. Today’s topics include: A record store s last-ditch gamble Vincent Price s daughter returns...

Monday Morning Headlines: New safety measures in Federal Hill; Baltimore man charged with assault...

Baltimore Fishbowl 8/10 1:30A Baltimore Fishbowl Staff

New safety measures take effect in Federal Hill CBS Baltimore Baltimore man, 37, accused of assualting 12-year-old who pulled prank on him at Great Wolf Lodge WMAR-TV Train lovers have something to...

Veteran Spotlight: Lt. Col. Chris Burnett

WMAR 2 News 8/9 11:00P Kelly Groft

For Lieutenant Colonel Chris Burnett, service has never been just a profession; it has been a lifelong commitment to putting others first. Veteran Spotlight is proudly sponsored by Valor Roofing, helping us honor the men and women who have served...