The Maryland Department of Health is trying to track down anyone potentially exposed to local...

WMAR 2 News 4/19 10:07A Ryan Dickstein

A Baltimore metro resident who recently traveled abroad has the measles virus, marking Maryland's first case of 2026. Now, the Maryland Department of Health is trying to track down anyone who may have been exposed. Upon return to the U.S. on...

Baltimore City School Board to vote for new CEO on Monday

WMAR 2 News 4/19 9:27A Ryan Dickstein

Big news out of Baltimore City. On Monday morning the Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners will vote on the appointment of a new Chief Executive Officer. The name of the nominee has not yet been revealed. A 10am presentation will be held...

Police investigating Sunday morning murder-suicide inside Westminster home

WMAR 2 News 4/19 6:46A Ryan Dickstein

Two people are dead following an apparent murder-suicide in Westminster on Sunday morning. Around 8:29am police were called to the 300 block of E. Main Street for a reported shooting inside a home. After being unable to make contact with anyone...

Jury convicts man after violent crime spree leaves three dead, one injured in Baltimore City and...

WMAR 2 News 4/18 7:17A Dominick Philippe-Auguste

A Baltimore County man who previously struck a plea deal in the murders of a grandmother and granddaughter in Middle River was found guilty by a jury Friday for crimes committed in Baltimore City. Bryan Cherry, 38, was found guilty of...

This week in Matter for Mallory: Buy now, pay later trouble and student loan tax surprises

WMAR 2 News 4/18 3:00A Kelly Groft

Every week on Tuesdays and Thursdays Mallory brings to light consumer issues facing our community. See her stories every week on WMAR and here at Matter for Mallory .Buy Now, Pay Later trouble at the grocery store As grocery prices stay high,...

Maryland mother successfully advocates for new state laws to protect children with autism who wander...

WMAR 2 News 4/17 11:24A Jeff Morgan

A mother's advocacy in Annapolis is leading to legislative changes in Maryland to protect children with developmental disabilities who wander away from home. Shari Bailey pushed a package of five bills in Annapolis to help create better outcomes...

About 20,000 bees safely relocated from BWI

WMAR 2 News 4/17 10:52A Rushaad Hayward

They're a force to bee reckoned with. Earlier today, BWI worked with a local beekeeper to safely capture and relocate a large swarm of bees. The beekeeper estimated the number to be about 20,000 bees. There were no injuries reported in this...

From fear to hope for a cure: A family's 22-year walk with MS

WMAR 2 News 4/17 10:33A Randall Newsome

People across the country are lacing up their sneakers for a causesupporting those living with multiple sclerosis (MS), a disease that often goes unseen but deeply impacts everyday life. For one Towson family, events like Walk MS are more than just...

The Daily Dispatch Quiz — April 17, 2026

Baltimore Fishbowl 4/17 2:23A Baltimore Fishbowl Staff

Put your local news knowledge to the test with David Conn’s Daily Dispatch Quiz . 6 questions. 90 seconds. Today’s topics include: One-Eyed Mike s says farewell Fictional worlds meet real art AI meets...

Friday Morning Headlines: Explosives found in Annapolis home during illegal deer hunting...

Baltimore Fishbowl 4/17 1:30A Baltimore Fishbowl Staff

Explosive devices found in home of Annapolis man during investigation into illegal deer hunting CBS Baltimore Three arrested in Catonsville for stealing $14k in jewelry WBAL News Radio Baltimore...

Block parties, SpringFest and tulips are all part of the Weekend Planner

WMAR 2 News 4/16 11:00P Megan Knight

The weather is looking 50/50 this weekend with the rain but there should be enough dry time on Saturday to get out and enjoy the slightly cooler spring weather. Here are just a few events happening around town. If you have an event, email us at...

Trending cooler today

WMAR 2 News 4/16 8:33P Stevie Daniels

Happy Friday! A spotty shower or two is possible today with a noticeable cool down! High temperatures will still remain above normal, in the low-80s this afternoon. Sunshine kicks off the weekend before a stronger cold front sweeps through...

New Sheetz location in Westminster draws big crowds

WMAR 2 News 4/16 10:40A Kanika Lal

A new Sheetz location in Westminster drew big crowds today. Hundreds turned out for giveaways and food, with some walking away with $2,500 gift cards. The store is part of a rapid expansion across Maryland. The goal of the new location is to...

How'd They Vote? The Community Trust Act

WMAR 2 News 4/16 10:02A Amanda Engel

Key Points on the bill: Aims to further limit state cooperation with ICE, regarding jails, prisons, and immigration detainers. Prohibits local jails from asking about or investigating citizenship status, detaining a person or extending their...

Bill to limit local jail and ICE cooperation could threaten federal funding

WMAR 2 News 4/16 9:55A Jeff Morgan

Maryland's Community Trust Act limits ICE cooperation but faces backlash from local law enforcement leaders. Legislation sitting on Maryland Gov. Wes Moore's desk that limits local cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement is...