Armed robbery suspects now face new charges in Howard County

WMAR 2 News 7/8 5:39A Rushaad Hayward

Howard County police announced they have charged two men who were previously charged in Baltimore County in connection to a string of armed robberies. Timothy Evans Jr., 28, and Diamante Gilliam, 29, allegedly targeted Baltimore-area business...

Latest Headlines for Wednesday, July 8, 2026

WMAR 2 News 7/8 4:59A WMAR STAFF

Happy Wednesday, July 8, 2026. We're half-way through the week with humidity sticking around. Here's your latest headlines. Children shot to death inside Baltimore County home Update on deadly Bowie plane crash Baltimore County State's Attorney...

Kappa Alpha Psi returning to Baltimore on the heels of mentor program's success

WMAR 2 News 7/8 3:56A Randall Newsome

The Baltimore Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. is celebrating a major achievement in its youth mentoring program after every graduating senior in the 2026 class earned acceptance to college. The Kappa League, under the...

Wednesday Morning Headlines: Siblings ages 9, 15 shot and killed in Gwynn Oak home; Repairs to...

Baltimore Fishbowl 7/8 1:30A Baltimore Fishbowl Staff

Siblings ages 9, 15 shot to death inside Gwynn Oak home CBS Baltimore Consumer advocates question need for proposed $8 monthly BGE rate increase amid high profit s FOX Baltimore/WBFF-TV Closures...

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...