University of Baltimore President Kurt Schmoke announces plans to retire next year

WMAR 2 News 6/12 12:24P Dominick Philippe-Auguste

University of Baltimore President Kurt Schmoke has announced plans to retire, according to a letter sent to alumni. Schmoke, 76, announced he will retire in 2027, relaying his intention to the Board of Regents. According to the letter, Schmoke...

Father-daughter duo charged with attempted murder after stabbing in Silver Spring

WMAR 2 News 6/12 11:51A Dominick Philippe-Auguste

A father-daughter duo faces attempted murder charges after a stabbing in Silver Spring. William Andrew Dunn, 54, and Brittany Elaine Dunn, 24, were apprehended following the incident, which occurred in the 3700 block of Stepping Stone Lane....

'Profound Betrayal': Three years probation for hospice caretaker who stole $5,000 from vulnerable...

WMAR 2 News 6/12 10:58A Dominick Philippe-Auguste

A Baltimore caretaker was convicted Friday after stealing $5,000 from a vulnerable married couple while the wife was in hospice care. Shermera Dailey, 38, was sentenced to three years, suspending all but 100 days of time served. According to the...

Towne Grill & Pub to the rescue

WMAR 2 News 6/12 10:50A Jeff Hager

Images of the inferno at the house on Anchor Drive tell only part of the story as Ted OBrien returned from a short walk and discovered his home going up in flames. He opened up. Heavy smoke rolled out. He tried to enter, because he was trying to...

Mulberry Madness takes hold at Waverly Farmer’s Market

Baltimore Fishbowl 6/12 8:21A Aliza Worthington

The Baltimore Orchard Project (BOP) is sponsoring Mulberry Madness on June 20 at the Waverly Farmer’s Market. To celebrate the season, BOP had a poetry contest for students who found mulberries their...

Hot Plate: Rosé all day, Wine & Food Festival at the Fairgrounds, cocktail class at OLAR and more

Baltimore Fishbowl 6/12 6:00A Kit Pollard

Summer weather is here and, this week in Baltimore, that means lots of hot weather sips and seasonal meals. Here’s a look at what’s coming up: Openings & announcements Key Neapolitan and Crushed...

Development debate takes center stage in Baltimore County race as West supports Le Gardeur

Baltimore Fishbowl 6/12 5:15A John Lee, WYPR

A veteran state legislator is now backing environmentalist Theaux Le Gardeur in a Republican primary Baltimore County Council race in which he is running against a well-financed politician with a...

World Cup Watch parties abound. Where will you watch?

Baltimore Fishbowl 6/12 5:00A Evelyn Lucado

Hosting the Fifa Men’s World Cup for the first time since 1994, the United States, in partnership with Mexico and Canada, will see World Cup games in 11 U.S. cities this summer. While there will be no...

64-Year-Old Man Accepts Plea in 2025 Caroline Street Shooting

Baltimore Fishbowl 6/12 3:30A Baltimore Witness

A 64-year-old man involved in an August 2025 shooting on N. Caroline Street is set to serve 20 years after pleading guilty to attempted murder and firearm use on June 9. Bobbie Williams was initially...

The Daily Dispatch Quiz — June 12, 2026

Baltimore Fishbowl 6/12 2:45A 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: Weekend celebrations in Baltimore Baltimore County landlord-tenant...

Friday Morning Headlines: DHS claims man “violently resisted” arrest caught on video; Triple...

Baltimore Fishbowl 6/12 1:30A Baltimore Fishbowl Staff

DHS says detained man violently resisted arrest outside of Southeast Baltimore school CBS Baltimore Triple shooting in Federal Hill leaves one dead; 2 women sought WBAL News Radio Can Notre Dame of...

Science with Stevie: UV Index

WMAR 2 News 6/11 11:30P Stevie Daniels

Meteorologist Stevie Daniels talks about the UV Index and explains how you can protect your skin from the sun this summer in this Science with Stevie segment. #StevieDanielsWX #SciencewithStevie Email: stevie.daniels@wmar.com Facebook:...

Wine and food, Baltimore Pride and cats in the Weekend Planner

WMAR 2 News 6/11 11:27P Megan Knight

We have to get through another day of hot temperatures and the possibility of storms , but then things should dry out in time for the weekend. Here are just a few events happening around town in your Weekend Planner! Baltimore Flotilla When: June...

New museum in Elkridge sits in the former home and office of a beloved town doctor

WMAR 2 News 6/11 11:00P Megan Knight

Just off Main Street in Elkridge sits a large, Victorian-style house on a hill. For decades, it was the home and office of beloved town doctor, Dr. Benjamin Brumbaugh. Today, it is the headquarters of the Elkridge Heritage Society (EHS) and its...

Free Outdoor Movies Start at Hunt Valley Towne Centre This June!

Baltimore Fishbowl 6/11 9:30A Sponsored Post Staff

Free Family Fun in Baltimore County!  Join Hunt Valley Towne Centre for Movies on Main every third Thursday of the month at sundown from June through October. Enjoy free, family-friendly films under...