Families face long recovery after Cecil County boat explosion

WMAR 2 News 7/7 9:16A Dominick Philippe-Auguste

A pair of fundraisers are underway for families impacted by a boat explosion in Cecil County on the Fourth of July. The explosion injured nine people, including Cassandra and her fianc Dylan, who suffered "severe burns and broken bones." "With...

State lawmakers to meet for special session on redistricting

WMAR 2 News 7/7 8:59A Amanda Engel

Lawmakers will reconvene in early August to consider a constitutional amendment dealing with redistricting. Senate President Bill Ferguson and House Speaker Joseline Pea-Melnyk announced that the special session will be August 3-5. "After recent...

Maryland's Black Music Month class brings "range" in 2026

WMAR 2 News 7/7 8:41A Randall Newsome

Our Black Music Month series for 2026 came with a wide range of diverse talent that marked the culture's impact for generations. From the foundation of the blues, classical and gospel, to the ever developing sound of R&B soul and Hip-Hop and even...

New Baltimore County school superintendent puts academic excellence at center of first 100 days

Baltimore Fishbowl 7/7 6:28A John Lee, WYPR

Baltimore County’s new school superintendent said during his first 100 days he will be zeroing in on assessing academic excellence and instructional quality. In his first news conference Monday since becoming school superintendent last week,...

Discover What’s Happening at Hunt Valley Towne Centre – Live music, pop-ups, and family fun!

Baltimore Fishbowl 7/7 5:00A Sponsored Post Staff

MORE INFORMATION Summer is in full swing at The Valley! ☀️? From exciting events to your favorite local spots, there s always something to explore at Hunt Valley Towne Centre. ✨ Market on Main: Your...

Merritt Properties names new CEO, announces $750M investment deal

Baltimore Fishbowl 7/7 3:30A Aliza Worthington

Merritt Properties announced a $750 million investment to continue expansion of its shallow-bay industrial portfolio and begin expansion into new markets. The strategic investment will be led by...

BmoreArt’s Picks: July 7 – 13

Baltimore Fishbowl 7/7 3:00A Baltimore Fishbowl Staff

BmoreArt’s Picks: July 7 – 13 This Week: 2nd Annual Baltimore: The City of Accessible Arts (BCAA) at Pratt Central Library, Rapid Lemon’s ‘Variations on Silence,’ Young Blood Revisited opening reception at Maryland Art Place, It’s a Snap opening...

The Daily Dispatch Quiz — July 7, 2026

Baltimore Fishbowl 7/7 2:25A 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: Baltimore s troubling national ranking Women break glass ceiling...

Tuesday Morning Headlines: Transition planning for new Baltimore County State’s Attorney underway;...

Baltimore Fishbowl 7/7 1:30A Baltimore Fishbowl Staff

Sarah David begins transition planning after decisive win for Baltimore County State s Attorney WYPR News $30 million security services contract approved in Baltimore City FOX Baltimore/WBFF-TV Video...

In just 3 days, Maryland State Police pluck multiple people to safety in aerial rescues

WTOP News 7/7 12:00A Kate Ryan

Over the Fourth of July weekend, Maryland State Police plucked people to safety in Talbot, Baltimore and Garrett counties. Related stories Power outages linger after weekend storms, but a Howard County snowball stand offers relief Plane makes...

More rain and storms ahead

WMAR 2 News 7/6 8:34P Stevie Daniels

Happy Tuesday! Scattered showers and thunderstorms will remain in the forecast on Tuesday, but the overall flooding threat will be much lower than tonight. Wednesday is shaping up to be the pick of the week! We'll finally get a break from the...

Baltimore County Public School Superintendent lays out 100 day plan

WMAR 2 News 7/6 9:14A Clare Roth

The new Baltimore County Public School's Superintendent laid out his first 100 day plan at a press conference Monday. Dr. Bill Heiser's plan consisted of four points; invest in the school system, increase student achievement, improve operations...

Historic Baltimore business sold for $2.3 million

WMAR 2 News 7/6 8:45A Clare Roth

One of Baltimore's oldest businesses has been sold for $2.3 million. Joseph Kavanagh Co. sold its 19,000 square foot building in Dundalk to Titan Steel Corporation, according to a press release by Lawrence Howard & Associates, Inc. The building...

Baltimore County teachers part of historic Barbershop quartet victory

WMAR 2 News 7/6 8:24A Siobhan Garrett

A Barbershop quartet featuring two Baltimore County Public School teachers became the first female quartet to win the Barbershop Harmony Societys International Quartet Contest in the organizations 88-year history. GQ claimed the championship on...

Sofa, so good. Bob’s Discount Furniture opens new Baltimore County store.

Baltimore Fishbowl 7/6 6:53A Marcus Dieterle

Bob s Discount Furniture has opened its newest location in Baltimore County. The 38,817-square-foot store has set up shop at 6501 Baltimore National Pike in Catonsville. The business held a grand...