A winter storm is increasingly likely to bring heavy snow to Maryland beginning Friday night and lasting through the weekend, according to the National Weather Service. What’s Happening: The National Weather Service issued a key message Wednesday morning warning of an impactful winter storm across parts of the southern Mid-Atlantic this weekend. Confidence is increasing […]
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We found more than 40 cases of immigration agents using banned chokeholds and other moves that can cut off breathing
Immigration agents have put civilians’ lives at risk using more than their guns. An agent in Houston put a teenage citizen into a chokehold, wrapping his arm around the boy’s neck, choking him so hard that his neck had red welts hours later. A black-masked agent in Los Angeles pressed his knee into a woman’s […]
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Governor Moore reshapes Maryland Public Service Commission amid high utility bills
The recent leadership shake-up at Maryland’s Public Service Commission came as Gov. Wes Moore (D) was seeking a fresh direction for the board, which regulates gas and electric utilities in the state. The governor announced earlier this month that he had selected Kumar Barve, a longtime state delegate who has served on the Commission since […]
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Here are the snow totals for Maryland
This weekend’s winter storm dumped between 3 and 10 inches of snow across Maryland, with the highest totals in the northern and central parts of the state. What’s Happening: The National Weather Service in Sterling, Virginia, collected snowfall measurements from trained spotters, emergency managers, and official observers across Maryland through 4:28 p.m. Sunday. Clarksburg in […]
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Maryland State Police respond to 62 crashes and nearly 1,000 calls as winter storm continues
Maryland State Police have responded to 62 crashes and received nearly 1,000 calls for service as a winter storm continues across the state. What’s Happening: State police reported the crash and call totals Sunday as snow changed to sleet and rain in some areas. Troopers are working around the clock across Maryland. What’s Important: Roads […]
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Anne Arundel County reveals snow street clearing priorities
The Anne Arundel County Department of Public Works announced Sunday its snow removal priorities as a winter storm continues across Maryland. What’s Happening: The county clears main roads and collector roads first to ensure safe travel for first responders. Collector roads link main roads and local streets. Local streets are the second priority. What’s Important: […]
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MTA suspends paratransit service as winter storm continues
Maryland’s transit agency suspended its paratransit service for the rest of Sunday as winter storm conditions worsened across the state. What’s Happening: The Maryland Transit Administration stopped its Mobility service Sunday and closed its reservation call center. Riders dropped off Sunday morning will still be picked up and brought home. What’s Important: The suspension affects […]
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Calvert County Snow Closures
Calvert County announced closures of government facilities, parks, and waste centers Sunday and Monday as Maryland remains under a State of Emergency due to a winter storm. What’s Happening: The Calvert County Department of Parks & Recreation and the Calvert Marine Museum will close all facilities Sunday. Calvert County Convenience Centers and the landfill will […]
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Annapolis declares Phase Two Snow Emergency
Annapolis will declare a Phase Two Snow Emergency at 8 p.m. Saturday as a winter storm brings snow, sleet, and freezing rain through Monday morning. What’s Happening: The National Weather Service issued a Winter Storm Warning for the region starting at 11 p.m. Saturday and continuing through Monday morning. Mayor Jared Littmann declared a State […]
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Winter storm vehicle prep checklist
Anne Arundel County Office of Emergency Management released winter storm vehicle preparation and emergency guidance as a Winter Storm Warning remains in effect. What’s Happening: The county office posted vehicle safety recommendations and emergency supply lists covering vehicle maintenance checks and items to carry during winter weather. What’s Important: The office recommends checking headlights, brake […]