News across Greater Baltimore
Lt. Gov. Aruna Miller visits local Towson mental health center to discuss stigmas, solutions
By Morgan Lane, Editor-in-Chief Maryland Lieutenant Governor Aruna Miller spoke in Towson on Tuesday to discuss the importance of addressing and treating mental health. The event, hosted by the Jay Care Mental Health Center on Loch Raven Boulevard, focused on ways to break mental…
New/Next Film Festival returns to Baltimore Oct. 1–4 with more than 160 films
The fourth annual festival, presented by Baltimore Public Media, brings world premieres, emerging filmmakers, restorations and more to The Charles Theatre.
Baltimore offers new round of opioid grants to neighborhood groups
This time Baltimore is doubling the amount it’s offering to local nonprofits, by awarding four million dollars in community grants. Each of the grants will be worth between $250,00 and $500,000. The goal of the program is to fund groups that are local to their communities and…
Exelon to return $160M to ratepayers after Maryland loses court battle with utilities
The Maryland Supreme Court ruled in favor of transmission-owning utilities this summer, agreeing that they qualify for a production sales tax exemption. The state is now returning over $250 million to those utilities, and Exelon says it’s sending its portion back to customers.
Queen Anne’s County Employees Recognized by Academy for Excellence in Local Governance
Queen Anne’s County Government is proud to recognize three employees who recently graduated from the Academy for Excellence in Local Governance at the University of Maryland, along with a county employee who was recognized as an Academy Torchbearer.
Get all the ingredients for the perfect fall meal at the Bel Air Farmers' Market in October
Shop local to get fresh, healthy produce that will keep you full as the weather gets chillier.
The U.S. Department of Justice sues Maryland over law enforcement face mask ban
The Trump administration is suing Maryland over its new law that would require ICE agents to remain unmasked when operating in the state. Maryland officials say the lawsuit was anticipated and they stand behind the new rule.
Baltimore’s Curtis Bay incinerator to close after settlement with state
Curtis Bay Energy will shutter its controversial medical waste incineration plant in Baltimore as part of a settlement between the Maryland Department of Environment and the Attorney General. The company will also have to pay $600,000 in civil penalties for its role in pollution…
Data centers debated in Baltimore County Council contest
Two candidates want a ban. A third says the current moratorium is the way to go. They are raising questions about each other’s motivations. A data center moratorium is in place in Baltimore County through 2027.
Harford Executive Cassilly Strongly Opposes Enhanced Spending Via Proposed Charter Amendment
Harford Executive Bob Cassilly today announced his strong opposition to Bill 26-014 because it would lead to higher taxes by expanding the County Council’s power to spend taxpayer money.
Queen Anne’s County Seeks Applicants for Boards and Commissions
Seeking individuals to fill vacancies on several County boards and commissions. The deadline for applications is October 30, 2026. Individuals interested in serving on a board or commission can access the application online at https://onboard.qac.org/.
New bill would require 988 literature at Baltimore liquor stores, tobacco shops
A 2025 survey of Baltimore residents conducted by Behavioral Health System Baltimore found that only 11% could identify 988 when asked to name the phone number for mental health support. The bill also directs public facing employees to hand out cards with 988 information.