Maryland communities rattled by small 2.5 magnitude earthquake
The epicenter of the 2.5 magnitude earthquake was found south and east of Columbia, Maryland, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS).
Baltimore, Chicago mayors hold roundtable on community violence intervention
The mayors of Baltimore and Chicago held a roundtable Monday to highlight community violence intervention strategies in both cities.
Westminster Hall tops poll of Maryland’s scariest graveyards
BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland is home to some of the country’s most historic—and purportedly haunted—burial grounds, and a recent national poll confirms that the state’s eerie cemeteries hold a prominent place in the American consciousness, especially as Halloween approaches. A survey of 3,004 Americans conducted by Choice...
Philadelphia’s iconic Geno’s Steaks to open first Baltimore restaurant
This ain't Philly, here in Baltimore we do crab cakes, but that doesn't mean most of us would turn down a delicious cheesesteak!
Former state employee, contractor plead guilty in state prison procurement fraud scheme
BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown has announced that a former state employee and a government contractor have pleaded guilty in Baltimore County Circuit Court to felony procurement fraud charges stemming from a scheme to rig public contracts at correctional facilities.
10 Hole-In-The-Wall Maryland Soul Food Restaurants That Locals Swear Keep Tradition Alive
I’m always searching for genuine soul food, the kind of place where the ambiance takes a backseat to the quality of the collard greens. Forget the trendy downtown spots. When I travel through Maryland, I look for the joints locals won’t tell tourists about-the vinyl booths, the handwritten menus, the deep fryers that...
Intense Debate: Despite Embezzling $215K of Taxpayer Money, Baltimore Schools Police Officer Keeps Pension
This post features an OpenAI-powered summary derived from the NewsBreak users' discussions on After stealing $215K in taxpayer funds, Baltimore Schools Police Officer retains pension.
Police investigating after man injured in early morning shooting in Baltimore
BALTIMORE (WBFF) — A man is recovering after he was shot in east Baltimore on Monday morning, according to the Baltimore Police Department. On October 27, around 2:05 a.m., officers responded to a local hospital for a report of a walk-in shooting victim. Upon arrival, police found a 31-year-old...
Man hospitalized after being bitten by own dog and shot by police in Mount...
(WBFF) — A man was hospitalized after being bitten by his dog, then shot while officers attempted to subdue the animal, police said. Officers responded to the 900 block of St. Paul Street around 4:44 p.m. on October 26 for a reported animal bite. There, they spoke with the...
Police searching for missing teen last seen in Essex area
ESSEX, MD—The Baltimore County Police Department has issued a public alert as they search for 16-year-old Rayona Taylor, who was last seen Wednesday evening in the Essex area.

















