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Two injured after head-on boat collision in Ocean City

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 19:17:55 Z

(WMAR 2 News) Two people were injured Friday afternoon following a boat collision in Ocean City, according to the Ocean City Fire Department. Crews responded to the Isle of Wight Bay off Teal Drive at 2:10 p.m. for the crash. According to investigators, the boats...

Seven drug companies to pay Maryland $13M in opioid settlement

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 05:10:02 Z

(WMAR 2 News) Another domino falls in the opioid epidemic. Attorney General Anthony Brown announced a $13 million settlement with seven opioid drug manufacturers. These are funds are set to be used for the state's efforts to continue fighting the opioid crisis....

Top news headlines for Friday, July 24

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 04:14:50 Z

(WMAR 2 News) Happy Friday! The weekend remains rain-free for much of central Maryland with highs in the low to mid-80s. A few showers could develop off to the west on Sunday. Here are your top news headlines: Howard County student witnesses fellow student with...

Underground fire, gas odor force partial evacuation of apartment building

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 03:35:05 Z

(WMAR 2 News) An apartment building on the 1200 block of Greenmount Avenue was partially evacuated after firefighters discovered an underground fire and smelled gas. The Baltimore City Fire Department was called to the scene just after 7 a.m. for a grass fire...

Ravens cut Heisman Trophy runner-up Diego Pavia on eve of rookie camp

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 02:59:14 Z

(WTOP News) FILE - Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia (2) celebrates a touchdown during the second half of an NCAA college football game against LSU, Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/George Walker IV, File)(AP/George Walker IV) FILE -...

Friday Morning Headlines: Serial flasher is roaming streets of Baltimore; Bail denied for 16-year-old suspect in Gwynn Oak shooting deaths; Human remains found in Middle River are identified;

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 01:30:00 Z

(Baltimore Fishbowl) Completely naked serial flasher roaming streets of Baltimore CBS Baltimore Judge denies bail for 16-year-old suspect in Gwynn Oak shooting deaths WBAL News Radio Human remains found in Middle River identified as missing New Jersey woman Baltimore...

Maryland seeks contractors for next phase of Key Bridge replacement project

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 04:27:42 Z

(WTOP News) The Maryland Transportation Authority this week began the formal process of finding a contractor for the next phase of the Francis Scott Key Bridge replacement, after parting ways with the phase one contractor over costs this spring. The authority...

Latest headlines for Thursday, July 23, 2026

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 03:39:29 Z

(WMAR 2 News) Happy Thursday, July 23, 2026. We've got lower humidity and plenty of sunshine. Here's your latest headlines. Teen arrested in shooting death of Baltimore County siblings Parkville school bus crash update East Baltimore sinkhole repairs Forecast...

Thursday Morning Headlines: Community college basketball player accused of stalking; Animal control siezes 367 birds from exotic shop; Gov. Moore calls Netanyahu a war criminal; and more.

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 01:30:00 Z

(Baltimore Fishbowl) Baltimore City Community College basketball player accused of stalking and exposure CBS Baltimore Baltimore City Animal Control siezes 367 birds from exotic bird shop WBAL News Radio Moore calls Netanyahu a war criminal, sparking backlash among...

Thursday Thoughts: Who produces each weather segment?

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 23:20:14 Z

(WMAR 2 News) Todays Question of the Day comes from a student at Benjamin Franklin High School Who produces each weather segment?". Broadcast meteorologists create their own weather forecasts and produce their weather segments every day during newscasts. We...

Maryland rolls out chip-enabled EBT cards after years of benefit theft

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 23:00:00 Z

(WMAR 2 News) Maryland is rolling out chip-enabled EBT cards this month, a security upgrade years in the making that state officials believe could dramatically reduce the benefit theft that has cost recipients and taxpayers more than $51.7 million over the last...

Lavender, roses and tea: Blue Dreams USA is Frederick County's sought-after escape

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:04:00 Z

(WMAR 2 News) "Our farm is the landscape of happiness," said Imelda Roberts, co-owner of Blue Dreams USA. The property is filled with lavender, roses and tea. But the dream stretches back long before the farm existed, to a little girl growing up in the...

Trending drier mid-week!

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 20:34:48 Z

(WMAR 2 News) Happy Wednesday! Drier today with an isolated pop-up possible, most likely around the southern portion of the state. High temperatures rise into the mid-80s this afternoon with a mixture of sun and clouds. Low humidity and plenty of sun is expected...

Sheriff: Maryland mother admits to locking 4-year-old child inside closet for hours upon hours on daily basis

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 04:40:37 Z

(WMAR 2 News) A Maryland mother is in custody after admitting to locking her young child inside a closet for hours upon hours on a daily basis. On July 20 St. Marys County Sheriffs deputies were tipped off by a 911 caller reporting alleged child abuse inside a...

Men arrested after allegedly using exotic animals in paid photo shoots

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 04:25:27 Z

(WTOP News) Jayden Evans, 25, and 32-year-old Vernon Crowfey III were arrested and are now facing charges for the incident at the Towson Town Center parking garage on June 30. Jayden Evans, 25, and 32-year-old Vernon Crowfey III were arrested and are now facing...

Latest Headlines for Tuesday, July 21, 2026

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 03:41:25 Z

(WMAR 2 News) Happy Tuesday, July 21, 2026. We've got potentially heavy storms on the way. Here's your latest headlines. Maryland leaders tour Key Bridge rebuilding site BWI runway construction project Baltimore County Public Safety Town Halls Forecast Latest...

Tuesday Morning Headlines: Rotting vacant properties affect West Baltimore homeowner; Boat fire in Bowleys Quarters; Viral police response to stadium concert urination; and more.

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 01:30:00 Z

(Baltimore Fishbowl) West Baltimore woman says vacant properties are rotting next to her home CBS Baltimore Thick smoke billows from boat fire in Bowleys Quarters WBAL News Radio A first majority-minority council in Howard County WMAR-TV Baltimore rugby club defies ban...

Maryland driver questioned her registration fee and ended up getting a refund

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 23:00:00 Z

(WMAR 2 News) A Maryland driver who thought her vehicle registration fee seemed unusually high turned out to be right. The Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration later corrected her vehicle's weight classification and refunded $82. Now she's urging other drivers to...

Latest Headlines for Monday, July 20, 2026

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 03:45:05 Z

(WMAR 2 News) Happy Monday, July 20, 2026. A nice sunny start to the week. Here's your latest headlines. Sunday mass shooting leaves six people injured in South Baltimore Maryland Congressional leaders to tour Key Bridge rebuilding site BWI runway construction...

Black bear spotted roaming the streets of downtown Frederick over the weekend

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 02:39:31 Z

(WMAR 2 News) A black bear caused quite the stir in downtown Frederick over the weekend. Overnight Sunday, video began circulating on social media showing the furry fella wandering up and down N. Market Street. One local business called Mollys Meanderings took to...

Monday Morning Headlines: Kidnapping suspects arrested in Baltimore County; Massive sinkhole repairs to take days; South Baltimore shooting injures 6; and more.

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 01:30:00 Z

(Baltimore Fishbowl) Repairs to massive Baltimore sinkhole that trapped car expected to take multiple days CBS Baltimore Severe storms leave damage behind across Baltimore area WBAL News Radio The hot Hampden preschool run by Mennonites Baltimore Banner Two kidnapping...

Veteran Spotlight: Marie-Gelaine and Scott Stevens

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 23:00:00 Z

(WMAR 2 News) WMAR2 News and Valor Roofing proudly highlight MarieGelaine and Scott Stevens, a Cecil County couple whose shared service became the foundation for a lifetime of giving back. MarieGelaine, a firstgeneration Haitian American, was born in Brooklyn, NY,...

Lainey Wilson, Chris Stapleton & Miranda Lambert are OC bound for Country Calling

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 08:01:48 Z

(WMAR 2 News) While we're still in the midst of summer, Ocean City is prepping for two major music festivals in September and October. As we previously reported Oceans Calling is back for a three-day concert series between September 25-27. To see the headliners...

Ex-Maryland based Census worker got her relative a federal contract in exchange for kickbacks

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 06:35:35 Z

(WMAR 2 News) A Maryland based ex-supervisor with the U.S. Census Bureau has been sent to federal prison for bribery and fraud. While working for the Bureau, Camille Jones, of Upper Marlboro, admitted to getting her relative's company a government contract worth...

Man discovered shot to death on sidewalk of residential neighborhood in Odenton

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 04:50:47 Z

(WMAR 2 News) Police are investigating a Saturday night homicide that occurred within a residential neighborhood of Odenton. It happened around 8:50pm, in the 500 block of Williamsburg Lane. That's where Anne Arundel County officers discovered a man shot to death...

Kyle Bradish signs 5-year, $90M extension with Orioles

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 10:40:57 Z

(WMAR 2 News) The Orioles announced they have agreed to terms with right-handed pitcher Kyle Bradish on a five-year contract covering the 2027-2031 seasons. According to ESPN's Jeff Passan, it is a $90 million contract extension. Keeping players of Kyles caliber...

Limited number of pools to open in Baltimore due to poor air quality

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 06:51:16 Z

(WMAR 2 News) UPDATE: Baltimore Rec and Parks has now announced that all Baltimore pools are now closed due to impending storms. ORIGINAL STORY: Baltimore Rec and Parks announced that a limited number of pools will operate Saturday, July 18, due to poor air...

DPW crews working to repair massive sinkhole in East Baltimore

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 06:36:19 Z

(WMAR 2 News) A massive sinkhole opened in East Baltimore and crews are working to repair it. Department of Transportation and DPW crews are repairing a 12-inch water main break at N. Chester Street and Ashland Avenue. The public is asked to avoid the area and...

Hot, humid, and stormy today!

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 23:25:43 Z

(WMAR 2 News) Happy Saturday! Hot and very humid today with highs in the mid-90s and heat index values up to 105! Heat Advisories are issued for the area from 11 AM - 7 PM. Stay hydrated today! The first round of thunderstorms moves through this morning will...

Friday afternoon headlines: Code Purple air quality; Human remains found; Ravens assistant coach tied to Trump-promoted gas stations, and more.

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:46:12 Z

(Baltimore Fishbowl) Code Purple air quality alert for very unhealthy conditions across Maryland today WJZ CBS News Baltimore Human remains found near Route 702, I-695 in Baltimore County WBFF Fox 45 Ravens assistant coach linked to Trump-promoted gas station network...

Six months after leaving Charles Street, art gallery owner Constantine Grimaldis looks back – and ahead

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:45:00 Z

(Baltimore Fishbowl) Constantine Grimaldis, founder of C. Grimaldis Gallery, now at the Mill Centre in Hampden. Credit: Ed Gunts When art gallery owner Constantine “Costas” Grimaldis closed his business on Charles Street and moved to Hampden last December, it was a...

Start spreading the news: Vegas is coming to Magooby’s

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:01:00 Z

(Baltimore Fishbowl) Put on your blue suede shoes and get all shook up at “Vintage Vegas,” a new music and comedy tribute to Las Vegas’ greatest headliners, making its debut at Magooby’s Joke House on Sunday, Aug. 2 at 7 p.m. This show has a live 13-piece “little” big...

Hot Plate: Alma + Marta al Mare dinner, Shakespeare at The Milton Inn, restaurant weeks, and more

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:00:00 Z

(Baltimore Fishbowl) The Baltimore restaurant scene is celebrating the best of summer this week, from ice cream to tomatoes. Here’s a look at what’s on tap: Burnt Hill Farm on top Wine Enthusiast has named Burnt Hill Farm one of the “best winery restaurants in the world”...

Tex-Mex Restaurant ‘Urbano’ Now Open in Baltimore Peninsula

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:00:00 Z

(Baltimore Fishbowl) Urbano, a new Tex-Mex concept from Common Plate Hospitality Group, opened Tuesday at the Rye Street Market building in Baltimore Peninsula. Urbano occupies a 4,500 sq. ft. corner space at Rye St. and E. Cromwell St., becoming the first tenant to open...

Fête Champêtre elevates the vibe from everyday picnic to lavish affair

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 08:00:00 Z

(Baltimore Fishbowl) On Saturday, July 25, Baltimore City Recreation and Parks (BCRP) is hosting Fête Champêtre: A Luxe Garden Party 2026 at Middle Branch Park. Photo via Baltimore Recnparks Facebook page This is the third year for the luxurious garden party held at one...

Easy Peach Dump Cake Recipe (Cake Mix Peach Cobbler)

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 07:07:35 Z

(Savory Experiments) This peach dump cake is warm, buttery and easy to make with peaches, cake mix, butter, and yogurt. An easy dessert that's like a cross between cobbler and cake.

Southwest Chicken Salad

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 06:28:26 Z

(Savory Experiments) This southwest chicken salad is loaded with chicken, beans, corn, avocado and a creamy cilantro lime dressing for a fresh, hearty salad.

Can I Kick It? Passenger 57 w/ DJ 2-Tone Jones August 1 at Creative Alliance

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 05:00:00 Z

(Baltimore Fishbowl) Saturday, August 1 at 7:30 p.m. in The Theater Can I Kick It? with Live hip hop soundtrack Wesley Snipes is always bet on Black in this high-flying action thriller. As airline security expert John Cutter, Snipes battles terrorists at 30,000 feet with...

Representing Himself, Defendant Says Bus Shooting Was Meant to Scare, Not Kill

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 03:30:00 Z

(Baltimore Fishbowl) by Lindsey Lombardi, Baltimore Witness A Baltimore City jury heard closing arguments on July 16 for Antonio Nance , 43, who chose to represent himself after dismissing former defense attorney, Augustine Okeke . Nance is charged with attempted...

Weekly Matter for Mallory: Spotting jury duty scams, homeowner fights for safer streets

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 03:00:00 Z

(WMAR 2 News) This week, Mallory is looking at two stories that show why speaking up matters: how one Anne Arundel County woman avoided becoming the victim of a convincing jury duty scam, and why a Catonsville homeowner is working to make her street safer after...