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At 2:40 AM in South Baltimore, a tanker truck crashed into parked cars on Hanover Street, spilling fuel and triggering a full hazmat response. Fire crews scrambled to contain the spill, while police initially detained the driver—later cleared of impairment. The crash’s cause remains under investigation, but the incident caused major traffic disruption and served as a stark reminder of the dangers...

Bay Village Village Suites is back on track in Annapolis after the planning commission re-approved the project — this time for good. Set to rise on the center lot at 960 Bay Village Drive, the independent senior living community is designed for older adults who can manage on their own but want the convenience and camaraderie of a dedicated senior space. With final permits and construction likely n...

A fuel tanker crashed in South Baltimore at 2:40 AM, slamming into parked cars and spilling fuel—triggering a full hazmat response. The 42-year-old driver, who failed a sobriety test, was arrested. No injuries reported, but the crash shut down Hanover Street as crews worked to contain the spill and clean up the mess. A sobering reminder of how fast road incidents can escalate. Listen in comfort: G...

Baltimore is grieving the loss of Ron Singer, beloved owner of Leon’s Backroom, a LGBTQIA+ community cornerstone since the 1930s. Known for his warmth, generosity, and annual free Thanksgiving dinner for the unhoused, Ron turned Leon’s into a sanctuary — a second home for countless souls. His funeral this Friday will be followed by a promise to keep the bar exactly as he loved it, ensuring his leg...

Weather’s shifting fast—rain chances drop this weekend as highs dip into the 80s and humidity eases, but don’t relax: temps climb back into the 90s by Tuesday, with sticky, oppressive heat hitting mid to upper 90s by Wednesday and Thursday. Relief arrives by the end of next week, so soak up the calm while you can. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/d...

A ten-story Glen Burnie office building evacuated due to serious structural concerns, while Baltimore City Public Schools unveils its new CEO’s 100-day plan to overhaul the system. Meanwhile, the Inner Harbor faces an alarming fish kill, hinting at environmental distress. Maryland braced for a deadly holiday heat wave that sent hundreds to ERs, and Reisterstown Road is under fire after a bus crash...

Diesel Tanker Crash in South Baltimore | Baltimore News

Anne Arundel County is set to unveil Marley Creek Regional Park in Glen Burnie — a major new green space designed to give locals more trails, hiking paths, and peaceful woodland escapes. Responding to community demand for more outdoor access, the county is carefully planning how to blend nature with recreation while preserving the environment. This isn’t just another park — it’s a big step toward...

The Justice Department is suing Maryland over its new Community Trust Act, which restricts police cooperation with federal immigration agents—unless there’s a warrant or the person is a serious felon or sex offender. The DOJ claims this unconstitutional law undermines federal immigration enforcement and is part of a broader push against “sanctuary policies” in 20 states. Passed hastily on the last...

Federal kitten research scandal reignites as new records reveal NIH may be quietly continuing toxoplasmosis vaccine studies using 54 cats — despite claims of minimal risk and amid growing calls for ethical reform, transparency, and funding cuts for animal experiments. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This...

Inside Baltimore’s Patapsco Wastewater Plant, workers are enduring extreme heat, broken AC, cracked floors, and no working showers — conditions so dire they’ve sparked outrage after an OIG report. With temperatures soaring past 100°F and a heat index hitting 110, crews are now forced to follow new safety rules: mandatory breaks, hydration stations, and AC checks — but questions remain about whethe...

Maryland election officials are standing firm against a federal DOJ letter warning of criminal penalties for mishandling voter registration — particularly around noncitizen voting — calling it a chilling intimidation tactic with no evidence of wrongdoing. The state’s election administrator insists Maryland complies with all laws and vows to respond to the DOJ’s demands while protecting voters’ rig...

A nasty bug called cyclosporiasis is sickening thousands nationwide, including at least 30 in Maryland — causing cramping, bloating, and watery diarrhea that lingers for days or weeks. Experts suspect contaminated irrigation water, tainted by feces, is spreading it through produce. With a one-week lag between eating and getting sick, tracing the source is tough. Farmers urge everyone to wash produ...

A Baltimore judge orders Kushner-linked apartment firm to pay over $4 million in damages amid safety violations, while a wastewater plant explosion sparks alarm over infrastructure risks. A major video game company cuts 200 jobs in Baltimore County, hitting local workers hard. The Justice Department warns Maryland’s top election official of possible criminal charges, escalating political tension....

Baltimore’s Fire Department ignites futures at Camp Spark, a high-energy two-day camp empowering young women to see themselves as future firefighters and emergency responders—through hands-on drills, teamwork, and real-world simulations that build confidence and break down barriers, proving that leadership in public safety has no gender limits. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: h...

The Department of Justice is suing Maryland over its sanctuary policies, specifically targeting the Community Trust Act that restricts local law enforcement cooperation with federal immigration agents. The DOJ argues this law violates federal supremacy and endangers public safety, echoing similar lawsuits against states like Colorado and New York. Officials claim these policies silence voters and...

Baltimore’s parking reform faces a major test as a developer seeks to bypass new limits by requesting 65 parking spots—nearly double the legal cap—for a grocery store, sparking backlash from residents and even allies of the reform. Councilman Ryan Dorsey, a key supporter of the law, voted to advance the project despite calling the request “unquestionably” illegal, citing the lack of zoning excepti...

Tens of thousands of Marylanders plunged into darkness as power outages surged into the six figures, with over 2,000 still without electricity Thursday. One Howard County restaurant owner, Anthony DiGangi, lost all his perishable food — a stark reminder of the human cost. DiGangi, who’s been sounding the alarm for years, blames overgrown vegetation around power lines for frequent, crippling outage...

Baltimore is gearing up to host the Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity’s 88th Grand Chapter Meeting in July 2027, drawing an expected 20,000 attendees and reviving a historic gathering last seen in 1968. This week-long event will serve as a major economic boost for the city, filling hotels and spotlighting local businesses, while honoring Baltimore’s Civil Rights legacy and the fraternity’s commitment to...

Baltimore City Public Schools has a new CEO, Jermaine Dawson, who’s launching a bold 100-day plan centered on listening—not just to the top brass, but to students, families, teachers, and the whole community. He’s hitting the ground running with a six-stop evening listening tour across the city, kicking off July 28th at Forest Park High and wrapping October 8th at Mergenthaler Voc-Tech. Feedback a...

A harrowing crash in Pikesville, Maryland, left an MTA bus driver critically injured after the vehicle veered into oncoming traffic, plowed into a building, and destroyed a utility pole and lamppost. Security footage captured the bus sideswiping an SUV before the collision. The driver, with a broken neck, was airlifted to the hospital but is expected to survive. The crash wrecked nearby businesses...

A new report exposes horrific working conditions at the Patapsco Wastewater Treatment Plant—overwhelming chemical smells, broken fans, cracked floors, and non-functional showers and eyewash stations. Workers, dealing daily with sludge and hazardous materials, had been raising alarms for months with no action. But after the inspector general’s office intervened and brought it to the mayor’s attenti...

A ten-story office building in Glen Burnie, Maryland, is under evacuation after a floor partially shifted during underground garage construction—no injuries reported, but officials are urgently assessing structural safety and urging everyone to stay away until further notice. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn....

Empire Tower Evacuated Due to Structural Issues | Baltimore News

Loyola University Maryland just landed nearly $1 million in federal funding to supercharge its forensic science program—buying top-tier lab gear and building a new training hub for students and local police. The move aims to turn Maryland into a forensic science powerhouse, offering high schoolers early hands-on experience through a summer academy with the Baltimore Police. This investment not onl...