Maryland men's lacrosse team is ranked No. 1 in the USA Lacrosse Division I Preseason Top 20, led by strong defense and key transfers, aiming for another NCAA championship appearance under coach John Tillman. Syracuse, Princeton, Georgetown, and North Carolina follow in the top five, with Cornell dropping to No. 6 after losing key players.
Richard Smallwood, a renowned gospel singer-songwriter and pianist known for his influential songs covered by artists like Destiny’s Child and Whitney Houston, died at 77 due to complications from kidney failure in Maryland.
A strong weather system is bringing howling winds, dropping temperatures, and a high wind warning to Maryland, with gusts up to 70 MPH in mountain areas, causing potential tree damage and power outages, and continuing cold and breezy conditions through New Year's.
A strong cold front is bringing howling winds, dropping temperatures into the 30s and 20s, with gusts exceeding 70 MPH in Maryland, leading to a high wind warning, scattered power outages, and a cold, windy start to the new year.
A US Park Police officer was injured after being struck by a vehicle while investigating a disabled car on the Baltimore-Washington Parkway in Maryland; two drivers were arrested for suspected impaired driving, and the officer is expected to recover.
A multistate Salmonella outbreak linked to raw oysters has sickened at least 64 people across 22 states, including Maryland, with some hospitalized. Health officials advise thoroughly cooking oysters to prevent infection, as the investigation into the source continues, and no recall has been issued yet.
Chris Williams, a Maryland native and astrophysics researcher, fulfilled his childhood dream of traveling to space, having a background in astrophysics, medical physics, and volunteer emergency services.
A winter storm is expected to impact Maryland on Friday, with a mix of freezing rain and sleet causing slippery conditions, especially north of I-70, leading to a First Alert Weather Day. The storm will end early Saturday, followed by a gloomy weekend and a significant temperature drop early next week with strong winds and cold temperatures. Travel conditions may be hazardous, particularly on untreated surfaces and bridges.
Maryland's government cites a 96,000-unit housing underproduction as a key statistic to address the state's housing shortage, but experts warn that this figure is complex and does not directly reflect the number of unhoused people, highlighting ongoing challenges in housing affordability and policy solutions.
Two individuals were injured in Maryland after ICE agents fired shots at a vehicle during an attempted arrest, with the driver allegedly attempting to evade and hitting law enforcement vehicles, leading to a violent confrontation. The incident follows a similar event in Minnesota involving resistance to ICE arrest efforts.
A man from Portugal attempting to evade ICE agents in Maryland was shot after ramming his van into ICE vehicles and crashing, leaving him and a passenger hospitalized. The incident highlights tensions surrounding immigration enforcement practices in the U.S.
A Maryland resident is among 64 people across 22 U.S. states who have fallen ill with Salmonella from consuming raw oysters, prompting an investigation by the CDC and FDA. No deaths have been reported, and health officials advise cooking oysters thoroughly to prevent infection.
During the holiday season, traffic is expected to increase significantly in Virginia and Maryland, with record-breaking numbers of travelers. Both states are implementing traffic management measures, including lane closures and suspensions of work zones, to help ease congestion. Travelers are advised to plan ahead, check travel advisories, and drive safely.
Originally Published 20 days ago — by Maryland.gov
Maryland hunters harvested 27,620 deer during the two-week firearm season, a 10.4% decrease from last year but close to the five-year average, with variations across regions and deer types, reflecting typical fluctuations influenced by environmental factors.
Governor Wes Moore announced that Maryland state government offices will be closed on December 24 for Christmas Eve, with additional closures on December 25 for Christmas Day, and liberal leave granted on December 26 for state employees, as a gesture of gratitude and holiday celebration.