Snow and dangerous travel conditions are expected in parts of Maryland on Saturday as a winter storm moves through the region, according to the National Weather Service. What’s Happening: Winter Storm Warnings and Advisories are in effect for western Maryland, mainly the Allegheny Mountains, from Saturday afternoon through Sunday afternoon. What’s Important: Strong winds will combine with […]
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Will Maryland Have a White Christmas This Year?
Most Marylanders hoping for snow on Christmas Day will be disappointed. Weather forecasters say only mountain areas have a chance of a white Christmas. What’s Happening: The Old Farmer’s Almanac released its Christmas forecast showing western Maryland mountains may see snow on December 25, but Baltimore and the Eastern Shore are unlikely to get any. The […]
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Winter Mix Brings Rain And Snow to Maryland Today
You will want to keep a coat and umbrella handy as a mix of wet and wintry weather moves in today. What’s Happening: A quick weather system is passing through this afternoon. Most people in the immediate DC metro area will see chilly rain, but communities to the west and north could see snow falling. […]
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Maryland’s Conowingo Dam Settlement Faces Legal Challenge
A coalition representing at least two Eastern Shore counties has appealed the water quality certification Maryland issued to the Conowingo Dam in September, potentially threatening a $340 million settlement with the dam’s owners. The Clean Chesapeake Coalition’s administrative appeal, filed Nov. 14 with the Maryland Department of the Environment, argues that the years of contentious […]
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Why Are Flags Flying Half-Staff in Charles County This Week?
Charles County residents will see county flags flying at half-staff this week in memory of a longtime public servant. What’s Happening: The Charles County Commissioners ordered all county flags lowered to half-staff until December 12 to honor former Director of Public Facilities Michael Mudd. What’s Important: Mudd served Charles County for more than 30 years before retiring. […]
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Baltimore Man Charged With Murder in November Shooting Death
Baltimore police arrested a Harford County man in connection with a fatal shooting that killed a 32-year-old man last month. What’s Happening: Police arrested 19-year-old Tyrell Tucker on December 4 at his home and charged him with first-degree murder in the death of Broderick Morris. What’s Important: Morris was shot in the early morning hours of November […]
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Joseline Peña-Melnyk Poised to Become Maryland’s Next Speaker
The next speaker of the House of Delegates will likely be a woman and immigrant. Del. Joseline Peña-Melnyk (D-Prince George’s and Anne Arundel) appears to have a clear path within the Democratic Caucus to become the next speaker. A vote is scheduled for Dec. 16. Three of the four leading candidates to succeed former Speaker […]
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St. Mary’s School Bus Driver Wins $50,000 in Lottery
A St. Mary’s County school bus driver hit the jackpot with his go-to lottery numbers, taking home $50,000 from a Maryland Lottery Pick 5 game. What’s Happening: The man played his favorite five-digit number — 10238 — with a $1 straight bet and won the top prize when those exact digits came up during the midday […]
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Arctic Blast Brings Maryland Its Coldest Night So Far
Maryland is starting the week in a deep freeze, and tonight is set to be the coldest night of the season. What’s Happening: Clouds and bitter cold will rule the start of the week across Maryland, with only a small chance for light snow today in southern areas as a storm passes to the south. […]
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Why Are Flags at Half-Staff This Weekend in Maryland?
American flags across Maryland are flying at half-staff this Sunday to honor the thousands who died 84 years ago in the surprise attack on Pearl Harbor — including four crew members aboard a battleship named for the state. What’s Happening: President Donald Trump ordered all U.S. flags lowered to half-staff on December 7, 2025, for National […]