Pikesville BubbleLife

Cowser's walk-off 3-run homer in the 9th lifts Orioles over Tigers 5-3 in game one of Sunday doubleheader

Sun, 24 May 2026 10:55:27 Z

(WMAR 2 News) The Orioles beat the Tigers 5-3 in game one of Sunday's doubleheader. Colton Cowser launched a walk-off three-run homer in the 9th to close the door on Detroit. How did we get there? Bats: Gunnar Henderson hit a solo homer in the bottom of the 6th....

Man accused of shooting near the White House attended Maryland high school

Sun, 24 May 2026 10:35:06 Z

(WMAR 2 News) We're learning more about the suspect who allegedly opened fire near a White House security checkpoint Saturday night. The suspect has been identified as 21-year-old Nasire Best, according to the Associated Press. Best attended Dundalk High School...

Orioles matchup with Detroit Tigers postponed due to inclement weather

Sat, 23 May 2026 07:00:16 Z

(WMAR 2 News) Saturday's Orioles game with the Detroit Tigers has been postponed due to inclement weather the team announced. The game will be made up as part of a split-admission doubleheader on Sunday, May 24. Separate tickets will be required to attend each...

Police investigating armed robbery that injured store employee

Sat, 23 May 2026 06:50:25 Z

(WMAR 2 News) Baltimore County police are investigating an armed robbery that happened early Saturday morning. Officers responded to a report of an armed robbery in the 8500 block of Loch Raven Boulevard. When police arrived, they found a man suffering from an...

Naval Academy graduates 1,059 new officers despite rainy weather

Fri, 22 May 2026 11:43:34 Z

(WMAR 2 News) The rain didn't stop the Blue Angels from honoring the Naval Academy's Class of 2026. A total of 1,059 new graduates earned their degrees and commissions Friday morning at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium in Annapolis. While almost all graduates...

Sunday may be last service for Lansdowne church which honors Union Civil War vets

Fri, 22 May 2026 10:05:43 Z

(WMAR 2 News) Family history and American history shake hands at Lansdowne Christian Church. "This church meant a lot to my parents," noted Brent Neilson. His mom and dad met there, raising Brent and his siblings within the congregation and its traditions. Sunday...

Judge dismisses human smuggling charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia

Fri, 22 May 2026 09:32:57 Z

(WMAR 2 News) A human smuggling case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia, whose mistaken deportation helped galvanize opposition to President Donald Trump's immigration policies, was thrown out on Friday. Abrego Garcia's deportation to El Salvador last year became an...

Baltimore City and County dwellers expect to move, but stay within the lines

Fri, 22 May 2026 05:12:06 Z

(Baltimore Fishbowl) In 2024, more than half of Baltimore City and County residents (61%) planned to move out of their current neighborhoods within the next three years. A majority of those who expected to move, however, planned to stay within their jurisdiction....

The Daily Dispatch Quiz — May 22, 2026

Fri, 22 May 2026 02:52:46 Z

(Baltimore Fishbowl) Put your local news knowledge to the test with David Conn’s Daily Dispatch Quiz . 6 questions. 90 seconds. Today’s topics include: Broadway turns to a Baltimore launching pad State moves to ease online service Outdoor dining s stubborn restriction...

Friday Morning Headlines: High gas prices means less travel this holiday weekend; Groups push back against proposed Woodlawn data center; 5 arrested in child exploitation sting in Howard Count

Fri, 22 May 2026 01:30:00 Z

(Baltimore Fishbowl) High gas prices have more Marylanders staying close to home this holiday weekend CBS Baltimore Environmental and faith groups push back on proposed 150 megawatt data center in Woodlawn WBAL News Radio Baltimore County state s attorney candidates spar...

Science with Stevie: Rip Currents

Fri, 22 May 2026 00:00:00 Z

(WMAR 2 News) Meteorologist Stevie Daniels explains what rip currents are and how to avoid being caught in one in this Science with Stevie segment. #StevieDanielsWX #SciencewithStevie Email: stevie.daniels@wmar.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/StevieDanielsWX X:...

"The Quiet Care Initiative" aims to pamper caregivers of critically ill children

Thu, 21 May 2026 23:00:00 Z

(WMAR 2 News) What better way to relax than a soothing facial? It's one of the services offered at The Spa at The Hotel at the University of Maryland. Starting this month, which is Self Care Month, The Spa is launching The Quiet Care Initiative, in partnership...

Artscape, Brew at the Zoo and more in the holiday-weekend edition of the Weekend Planner

Thu, 21 May 2026 23:00:00 Z

(WMAR 2 News) Well, it would have been nice for Mother Nature to put the 90+ degree, sunny days on the weekend and the rain during the week. But she didn't. So we're looking at a wet, Memorial Day weekend . That said, there may be periods of dry time, so if you're...

Baltimore Weekend Events: Artscape, GameCon, Deathfest, and more.

Thu, 21 May 2026 09:27:35 Z

(Baltimore Fishbowl) From the return of Artscape to a tabletop gaming convention, this weekend is about to be full of fun. Check it all out in our weekend events roundup: Heyward Conducts Enigma Variations , Thursday, May 18 through Saturday, May 20, Music Center at...

A year after layoffs, former federal workers are still piecing their lives back together

Thu, 21 May 2026 08:30:00 Z

(Baltimore Fishbowl) By MEHEDI MAROF Capital News Service When David Harbourt signed onto a recent video call, he was alone in a motel room in central Kansas. But in any given week, he could be somewhere else. A year after losing his federal job, Harbourt now spends...

Homemade Blackened Seasoning

Thu, 21 May 2026 07:46:34 Z

(Savory Experiments) This homemade blackened seasoning is smoky, savory, a little spicy and ready in minutes. Use it on chicken, fish, shrimp, pasta, roasted vegetables and more for bold Louisiana-inspired flavor without buying another mystery jar from the spice aisle.

BUGS Youth Farmer’s Market shows fruits (and veggies) of these students’ labor

Thu, 21 May 2026 07:42:57 Z

(Baltimore Fishbowl) Students at The Crossroads School have grown a lot this year, and that statement should be taken in multiple ways. Middle school students in the Baltimore Urban Gardening with Students (BUGS) program are ready to show off just how much they have...

Tony-nominated “Schmigadoon!” to launch national touring production from Baltimore’s Hippodrome Theatre

Thu, 21 May 2026 06:14:52 Z

(Baltimore Fishbowl) “Schmigadoon!,” a hit musical nominated for 12 Tony awards, will launch a national touring production from Baltimore in September of 2027. Producers announced this week that the tour will start at Baltimore’s Hippodrome Theatre before traveling...

Maryland to require reservations at 6 State Parks starting Memorial Day weekend

Thu, 21 May 2026 04:14:45 Z

(WMAR 2 News) If weather the past two days is any indication, summer is right around the corner. Memorial Day usually marks the lead-in to warmer weather. With that, many Marylanders flock to state parks to enjoy the outdoors. While all are welcome, the Maryland...

A Throwback Worth Celebrating – The Associated’s Summer Soiree

Thu, 21 May 2026 04:00:00 Z

(Baltimore Fishbowl) On Thursday, May 7, The Associated’s Young Adult Division hosted their biggest fundraising event of the year – The (Almost) Summer Soiree at Baltimore’s vibrant Accelerator Space. More than 200 young adults gathered for an evening of mingling,...

Parents accused of murdering newborn baby inside Pennsylvania hospital's maternity ward

Thu, 21 May 2026 03:51:21 Z

(WMAR 2 News) A mother and father allegedly murdered their newborn baby inside a Pennsylvania hospital's maternity ward. It happened May 2 at Tower Health Reading Hospital. That's where Kevin Canaan, 28 of Reading, Pennsylvania and Yeniffer Tavarez-Cepeda, 25 of...

The Daily Dispatch Quiz — May 21, 2026

Thu, 21 May 2026 03:00:00 Z

(Baltimore Fishbowl) Put your local news knowledge to the test with David Conn’s Daily Dispatch Quiz . 6 questions. 90 seconds. Today’s topics include: Maryland s green landmark Governor s campaign war chest Baltimore s forgotten political moment See how you stack up...

Latest Headlines for Thursday May 21, 2026

Thu, 21 May 2026 02:48:11 Z

(WMAR 2 News) Happy Thursday May 21, 2026. Finally temps cool off a bit. We're almost into a long holiday weekend. Here's your latest headlines. AACPS brings back class rankings Financial Boost for new moms ArtScape returns this weekend Forecast Here's what you...

Caprese Pasta Salad

Thu, 21 May 2026 02:02:24 Z

(Savory Experiments) This caprese pasta salad is loaded with pasta, mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, Parmesan and a balsamic dressing for an easy summer side dish.

Thursday Morning Headlines: Damage from storms hits neighborhoods; Baltimore audit reveals unpaid bills; Class rankings to return in Anne Arundel; and more.

Thu, 21 May 2026 01:30:00 Z

(Baltimore Fishbowl) Severe storms cause damage; uproot trees CBS Baltimore Baltimore audit reveals millions in unpaid bills, frustrating city leaders WBAL-TV Insurance fraud trial of Real Housewives of Potomac star set for next year Baltimore Banner Class rankings will...

Key Bridge work to be awarded in separate contracts, in effort to keep costs down

Thu, 21 May 2026 00:30:53 Z

(WTOP News) State officials announced this week that they plan to split the work on the Francis Scott Key Bridge into four separate contracts going forward, in hopes of increasing competition and lowering costs. Tuesday’s announcement came three weeks after the...

Wednesday Afternoon Headlines: Confederate monuments returning to Baltimore; Remaining Key Bridge rebuild split into 4 contracts; Baltimore County schools’ chronic absenteeism below 15%; and m

Wed, 20 May 2026 11:39:07 Z

(Baltimore Fishbowl) Baltimore’s Confederate monuments are returning to the city. What now? The Baltimore Banner Maryland splits remaining Key Bridge rebuild into 4 contracts Baltimore Business Journal Baltimore County cuts chronic absenteeism below 15% as schools...

Harford County Council scraps data center moratorium to move Cassilly’s ban forward

Wed, 20 May 2026 10:40:18 Z

(Baltimore Fishbowl) The Harford County Council on Tuesday night voted unanimously to approve an amendment to consider County Executive Bob Cassilly’s bill banning data centers ( Bill No. 26-011 ) emergency legislation. This means an earlier bill ( Bill No. 26-005 ) that...

SOWEBO Arts & Music Festival returns to Hollins Market

Wed, 20 May 2026 10:27:40 Z

(Baltimore Fishbowl) As the weather warms, the SOWEBO Arts & Music Festival is celebrating its 43rd year of festivities on Sunday, May 24, returning to Southwest Baltimore with live music, local vendors, and the family-friendly Kids Alley. The free-to-attend community...

Elevator pitch: Stewart and Jones make their cases to be Baltimore County’s next executive

Wed, 20 May 2026 09:45:17 Z

(Baltimore Fishbowl) The five candidates vying for the Democratic nomination for Baltimore County Executive have been homing in on their message to voters. With the June 23 primary now about a month away, WYPR’s John Lee got the “elevator pitches” the candidates are...

Mixed news about blue crabs in the Chesapeake

Wed, 20 May 2026 08:05:04 Z

(Baltimore Fishbowl) There is good news and bad news for people who care about blue crabs in the Chesapeake Bay, judging by the latest winter dredge survey, conducted jointly by Maryland and Virginia . The results of the annual blue crab winter dredge survey were...

Expanded federal healthcare tax credits expired — and Marylanders feel the pinch

Wed, 20 May 2026 07:09:55 Z

(Baltimore Fishbowl) By AMELIA TWYMAN Capital News Service Self-employed piano and voice teacher Alice Goldberg of Cheverly, Maryland, was paying only $28 a month for health insurance last year thanks to a combination of state and federal subsidies that covered a...

'We put on a good front': Baltimore County man with lupus dedicates his life to raising awareness and funding

Wed, 20 May 2026 07:06:54 Z

(WMAR 2 News) It's an invisible illness, Baltimore County resident Jamie Shepard said. It's all inside, and so we put on a good front. Every six months, Shepard undergoes an eye exam at GBMC's eye center. Its just one of many appointments that have become part of...

Feds: Ex-Baltimore USPS worker stole $700k in mailed checks

Wed, 20 May 2026 06:55:10 Z

(WMAR 2 News) For more than a year a Baltimore man working for the United States Postal Service was stealing checks in the mail. Derrick Stewart, 34, on Wednesday pleaded guilty to federal mail theft, wire fraud, and aggravated identity theft. Prosecutors say...

The Daily Dispatch Quiz — May 20, 2026

Wed, 20 May 2026 04:55:26 Z

(Baltimore Fishbowl) Put your local news knowledge to the test with David Conn’s Daily Dispatch Quiz . 6 questions. 90 seconds. Today’s topics include: Controversial art makes its comeback Ravens stadium gets a fan upgrade Maryland challenges Dept of Ed See how you stack...

Missing Reisterstown woman died of accidental drug intoxication

Wed, 20 May 2026 04:53:10 Z

(WMAR 2 News) A missing Reisterstown woman's cause of death has been revealed. The Maryland Medical Examiner determined 60-year-old Marcia Ellwood died accidentally by way of drug intoxication, which included a mix of cocaine and fentanyl. Ellwood was reported...

Wednesday Morning Headlines: IG report outlines huge leave payments to departing employees; Surfer terrified by shark bite at Assateague; Teen mom arrested for neglect after leaving baby for f

Wed, 20 May 2026 01:30:00 Z

(Baltimore Fishbowl) Maryland mosques reviewing security measures after deadly shooting at California Islamic Center CBS Baltimore Baltimore inspector general report outlines $147k in severance leave granted to 5 employees WBAL News Radio Shark bite at Assateague is a...

A sizzling day with storms

Tue, 19 May 2026 20:31:43 Z

(WMAR 2 News) Happy Wednesday! Nearing record warmth today with highs in the mid-90s. A strong cold front moves through during the afternoon and evening hours, bringing the chance for widespread rain and thunderstorms. A few storms could become strong, with...

Baltimore City Schools Administrator arrested in Harford County on child sex solicitation charges

Tue, 19 May 2026 08:57:19 Z

(WMAR 2 News) A Baltimore City Schools Administrator has been charged in Harford County for alleged sexual solicitation of a minor. Dennis Domonic Jutras, a former US history teacher at Baltimore Polytechnic Institute, and current Coordinator for K-12 Gifted &...

Trading in the heat for much-needed rain

Tue, 19 May 2026 08:34:06 Z

(WMAR 2 News) Record heat for the 3rd week of May, exacerbating our ongoing drought. Maryland finally catches a break by Wednesday, with widespread rain helping ease both the drought and the heat. We see over a 35-degree drop in temperatures between Wednesday...