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A parking garage floor beneath a Glen Burnie building shifted unexpectedly, forcing an emergency evacuation Thursday afternoon. Officials deemed the situation too risky for occupants, triggering a full structural assessment to determine the cause and ensure safety before anyone returns. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advert...

A Maryland Transit bus plowed into a building Wednesday night, sparking a chain reaction that smashed 12 cars and sent 35 people to the hospital. Driver Tavon Giles is in critical condition as rescue crews battled chaos on Reisterstown Road, where surveillance revealed the bus speeding, hitting an SUV, and running a red light. Witnesses described a horrific scene of bleeding victims and shattered...

Baltimore County’s summer Restaurant Week kicks off July 10th and runs for ten days, spotlighting over 45 local spots with prix-fixe menus that let you enjoy delicious meals for under $30—perfect for exploring the county’s diverse food scene without breaking the bank. It’s a community-driven push to support local businesses after a tough stretch, blending great eats with neighborhood discovery. Me...

Baltimore Beltway drivers, pay attention: overnight lane work kicks off Sunday night on I-695 southbound between Windsor Mill Road and US-40, with northbound lanes next on July 19th—expect lane closures every Sunday through Thursday from 8 PM to 5 AM. This temporary disruption is part of a major project to eventually open shoulders during rush hour, aiming to smooth traffic long-term. Stay alert,...

Meet Tilly, Baltimore’s newest aquatic superstar—a giant Pacific octopus with a brain that’s as sharp as her camouflage. She recognizes faces, picks her favorites (shrimp heads and crabs, not clams), and can change color and texture to disappear into her surroundings. Smart, quirky, and surprisingly picky, Tilly’s got a new home—and visitors should keep flashlights off and noise low to keep her ca...

A fatal motorcycle crash on Route 32 in Columbia left one rider dead and the transit bus driver unharmed; investigators suspect speeding played a key role, and the road was shut down for over four hours, causing major traffic delays. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news su...

Sixty-seven-year-old Olympic canoeist David Hearn, a three-time Games veteran, is facing felony charges for allegedly damaging the Reflecting Pool in D.C. in June—ripping out sealant from its bottom. If convicted, he could face up to ten years in prison. Hearn claims he was simply curious while on a 64-mile bike ride and touched the material before being arrested. His lawyers argue he’s an upstand...

Bats flew into crowds at a Carroll County fireworks show—health officials are urging anyone who may have come into contact with them to get a rabies risk assessment. Meanwhile, a rabid fox was found in Harford County; residents in the area are also being asked to report any potential exposure. Keep pets vaccinated, watch them outdoors, and don’t leave food out—better safe than sorry. Listen in com...

Maryland braces for dangerous weather today with severe thunderstorms possible as early as 1 PM, potentially triggering a Severe Thunderstorm Watch near I-95, plus a Flood Watch starting at 2 PM as heavy rain could cause flash flooding. Temperatures will hit the upper 80s, but the storm action isn’t over—Friday could bring another round of severe storms under a “First Alert” warning, with highs ne...

Southbound lanes of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Bridge shut down Thursday night to 5 AM Friday for critical repairs—expect major detours and delays. Drivers rerouted via West Cromwell, I-95, MD-295, Annapolis Road, Waterview Ave, and Potee. Northbound lanes remain open but reduced to one lane. City DOT urges advance planning, extra time, and alternative routes to avoid headaches during this esse...

A chaotic MTA bus crash in Pikesville injured 33 people, while the Trump Justice Department ramps up threats against a Maryland election official. A Baltimore Safe Streets worker’s case shifts from attempted murder to a federal gun charge, and a Columbia restaurateur’s blame game over mall closures now faces millions in claims. Meanwhile, Maryland officials solve the bizarre fish kill mystery — lo...

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The Cubs crushed the Orioles 9-7 in a fireworks-filled slugfest, powered by Pete Crow-Armstrong’s two homers and a historic 20-20 season (first in MLB since Sandberg and Sosa). Michael Conforto, Carson Kelly, and Seiya Suzuki added blasts, including a game-sealing three-run shot in the 7th. Tyler ONeill and Coby Mayo hit homers for Baltimore, but the bullpen couldn’t hold off the Cubs’ late surge....

Antoine Burton, 51, is off state charges for a June 7 shooting—but federal prosecutors are stepping in. After allegedly firing twice at a man outside a gas station, Burton faced attempted murder and assault, but those are being dropped as the case moves to federal court. Why? His 2020 federal gun conviction and probation history make him a high-priority repeat offender. The state’s attorney says f...

A Maryland Transit Administration bus careened into cars and buildings in Pikesville, leaving 28 injured—including one in critical condition—and sparking chaos in a bustling shopping district. Witnesses described a deafening crash and building tremors, with one nail salon patron stunned to find a bus had smashed into their shop. Power lines fell, emergency crews scrambled, and help poured in as of...

A bus veered off Reisterstown Road in Pikesville last night, slamming into multiple cars before crashing into a building—sending up to 28 people to hospitals and trapping the driver. Emergency crews declared a mass casualty, setting up triage on site while specialized teams worked to free the driver. Power lines were down, and crews from three counties converged to handle the chaos. The road remai...

Bus Crash in Pikesville Leaves Dozens Hurt | Baltimore News

A judge just nixed a controversial zoning change that would’ve let apartment conversions and new construction bloom along Harford Road — a move that sparked a legal battle over missed notifications to over 1,700 homeowners. The court sided with residents, killing the Harford Road Overlay District which had reclassified single-family zones across Lauraville, Arcadia, Moravia-Walthers, Hamilton, and...

BGE is restarting service shutoffs next week after major customer service overhauls — wait times slashed from hours to minutes — but nearly 300,000 customers owe over $700 each, facing tough choices as summer heat hits. The company prioritizes non-low-income customers first, with low-income and medical cases getting special outreach starting July 15th — no immediate shutoffs for them. Advocates re...

Baltimore’s Inner Harbor is facing a shocking fish kill—roughly 1,000 dead fish, crabs, and sea creatures floating in a foul-smelling, greenish tide blamed on a sulfur bacteria bloom. Experts call it a “Pistachio Tide,” where oxygen-depleting bacteria create a deadly, smelly film on the water. While natural, the scale is alarming and underscores just how fragile coastal ecosystems are. Authorities...

Airbag thefts are back in the spotlight after a recent surge in Columbia and Ellicott City, with nearly 20 stolen in one go—though overall numbers are actually down. Thieves target cars overnight, snatching airbags worth up to $1,000 retail for as little as $200 on the black market. While dealerships offer the safest replacement, beware of cheap fixes that could be stolen or defective. Safety isn’...

A Georgia woman, Alicia Denise Brown, 37, was pulled over in Hart County with two children—unharmed—after a warrant from Maryland linked to the 2019 disappearance of a 10-year-old girl. The child was last seen with her mother, and Brown, a Georgia resident, is now facing extradition to Maryland to answer for charges tied to the case. With the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children invo...

A judge just acquitted 53-year-old Johnnie Wade Junior of peeping Tom charges in Towson, sparking outrage among victims who feel unsafe and are demanding legal reform. The ruling hinged on a technical loophole: the law requires the victim to be in a private space at the exact moment of the act — which wasn’t the case here. Victims argue intent should matter, and even the State’s Attorney agrees th...

A Maryland cyclosporiasis outbreak hits close to home with a confirmed case in Baltimore, urging caution about food sources. Meanwhile, Emmy buzz for 2026 is heating up locally, sparking both excitement and frustration. BGE’s $1.1 billion transmission line proposal could reshape power infrastructure across three counties. Tragic new details emerge from the NTSB’s final radio call before the Bowie...

Another Baltimore city pool shuts down amid shocking vandalism—Towanda Recreation Center’s waters now littered with trash, glass, rocks, and even socks. This isn’t an isolated incident; Patterson Park and Walter P. Carter pools have faced similar issues. Residents are frustrated, especially on scorching days when safe, clean pools are vital for families. Police have responded to over a dozen calls...