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The Ocean City Council is looking to revisit minimum stay requirements, potentially reimposing a policy that voters already rejected.
Ocean City Council to revisit short-term rental limits despite voter rejection
It's been over four months since Ocean City residents voted against short-term rental limits in certain residential developments.
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December 1, 2025 at 2:00 AM
The Ocean City Council is looking to revisit minimum stay requirements, potentially reimposing a policy that voters already rejected.
Maryland is one of several states filing a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development over a policy change that could impact thousands in the state.
Maryland joins lawsuit filed against HUD over changes to policy
According to a press release from the Attorney General's office, the Department is making drastic changes to the program, including reducing grant funds and creating conditions to access the funding.
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December 1, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Maryland is one of several states filing a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development over a policy change that could impact thousands in the state.
Tragic accident turns deadly in Pikesville
Person dies after accidentally being struck, trapped underneath their own vehicle in Pikesville
Around 8pm Baltimore County Police received a call for a person struck by a car at Penny Lane and Smith Avenue.
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November 30, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Tragic accident turns deadly in Pikesville
Water main break causes problems for crews fighting Eldersburg fire
Cars destroyed after Eldersburg home garage goes up in flames
An Eldersburg home garage went up in flames Saturday afternoon, destroying two cars. It happened around 1pm on Woodridge Lane.
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November 30, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Water main break causes problems for crews fighting Eldersburg fire
Just In: Police are investigating a deadly Sunday afternoon collision in Westminster.
Dump truck vs. pickup leaves one dead in Westminster
Maryland State Police say it happened in the 3000 Block of Littlestown Pike, between Old Hanover and Saw Mill Roads.
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November 30, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Just In: Police are investigating a deadly Sunday afternoon collision in Westminster.
Orioles reportedly sign free agent closer Ryan Helsley
Orioles reportedly sign free agent closer to replace injured Orioles off season opinion
The Orioles have reportedly signed free agent right-handed relief pitcher Ryan Helsley. MLB.com says the two-year-deal is worth $28 million.
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November 30, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Orioles reportedly sign free agent closer Ryan Helsley
The holidays bring out the generous spirit in many people, but scammers are exploiting that goodwill by impersonating religious leaders to steal money through fraudulent donation requests.
Scammers impersonate clergy to steal holiday donations through gift card schemes
A church is warning members after a scammer posed as a clergy leader to request gift cards, a growing scheme targeting holiday generosity.
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November 30, 2025 at 7:00 PM
The holidays bring out the generous spirit in many people, but scammers are exploiting that goodwill by impersonating religious leaders to steal money through fraudulent donation requests.
Suggs, Yanda one step closer to Hall of Fame induction
Baltimore Ravens greats Terrell Suggs, Marshal Yanda named Hall of Fame semifinalists for 2026
Baltimore Ravens greats Terrell Suggs and Marshal Yanda are semifinalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2026, with finalists named Dec. 3.
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November 30, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Suggs, Yanda one step closer to Hall of Fame induction
A longtime family owned pizza & sandwich shop in Frederick is closing
Starvin Marvin's Pizzeria & Grille says goodbye to Frederick
A well known family owned pizza and sandwich shop in Frederick is closing its doors. On Friday Starvin Marvin's Pizzeria & Grille announced the sad news on social media.
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November 30, 2025 at 5:00 PM
A longtime family owned pizza & sandwich shop in Frederick is closing
Man dies after car overturns on Rt. 27 in Damascus
Police: Alcohol likely contributed to deadly crash off Rt. 27 in Damascus
Montgomery County Police discovered a Honda Civic overturned in an embankment near the intersection of Route 27 (Ridge Road) and Kings Valley Road.
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November 30, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Man dies after car overturns on Rt. 27 in Damascus
The suspected shooter remains on the loose
4 dead and 10 wounded in shooting at banquet hall in Stockton, California
Authorities in Stockton, California, say four people are dead and 10 wounded following a shooting during a family gathering at a banquet hall.
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November 30, 2025 at 3:30 PM
The suspected shooter remains on the loose
Landlord companies held responsible for hiring ex-convict maintenance worker without proper screening
Baltimore jury awards $21 million to victims of violent apartment attack
Baltimore jury awards $21M to victims attacked by maintenance worker Jason Billingsley in 2023. Landlords failed proper hiring screening.
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November 30, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Landlord companies held responsible for hiring ex-convict maintenance worker without proper screening
It’s another hitch for landowners in the pathway of a proposed power line and this time it’s a direct affront to their very livelihoods.
Hunting ban proposed ahead of short season in struggle over proposed power line project
“So if it’s no hunting at all, if that's what the ruling ends up being, that leaves me with one day to go out and get the venison that I need to feed my family,” Moran said.
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November 30, 2025 at 2:00 PM
It’s another hitch for landowners in the pathway of a proposed power line and this time it’s a direct affront to their very livelihoods.
Frostburg woman dies in house fire.
50-year-old woman dies in Frostburg house fire
A 50-year-old Frostburg woman died in a house fire on Center Street Tuesday afternoon. Fire officials say the blaze began in her bedroom as investigators work to determine the cause.
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November 30, 2025 at 3:00 AM
Frostburg woman dies in house fire.
The Sandtown-Winchester community confronted Baltimore City Public Schools officials about the district's decision to move students before fully closing New Song Academy.
Sandtown-Winchester community confronts Baltimore City Public Schools over New Song Academy closure
The Sandtown-Winchester community in West Baltimore confronted BCPS officials over their decision to move students from New Song Academy before the end of the school year
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November 30, 2025 at 1:00 AM
The Sandtown-Winchester community confronted Baltimore City Public Schools officials about the district's decision to move students before fully closing New Song Academy.
A drug trafficking pipeline between Texas and Maryland has been dismantled.
Feds bust drug pipeline from Texas to Baltimore
A drug trafficking pipeline between Texas and Maryland has been dismantled. Nine people were indicted on numerous drug trafficking charges in connection to the seizure of 43 kilograms of cocaine.
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November 30, 2025 at 12:00 AM
A drug trafficking pipeline between Texas and Maryland has been dismantled.
Major James Capers Jr. has been chosen as one of the nation’s 2026 Purple Heart Patriot Project honorees.
Vietnam vet with Baltimore ties to be honored by Purple Heart Patriot Project
Now Major James Capers Jr. has been chosen as one of the nation’s 2026 Purple Heart Patriot Project honorees.
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November 29, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Major James Capers Jr. has been chosen as one of the nation’s 2026 Purple Heart Patriot Project honorees.
Four people have been arrested in connection to a triple murder that happened on November 18 in Washington County — additional arrests are expected.
See more: https://www.wmar2news.com/news/western-maryland/four-arrested-in-connection-to-triple-murder-in-washington-county
See more: https://www.wmar2news.com/news/western-maryland/four-arrested-in-connection-to-triple-murder-in-washington-county
November 29, 2025 at 10:30 PM
Four people have been arrested in connection to a triple murder that happened on November 18 in Washington County — additional arrests are expected.
See more: https://www.wmar2news.com/news/western-maryland/four-arrested-in-connection-to-triple-murder-in-washington-county
See more: https://www.wmar2news.com/news/western-maryland/four-arrested-in-connection-to-triple-murder-in-washington-county
Mark Pappas, the founder of Pappas Restaurant, has died at the age of 93.
Mark Pappas, the founder of Pappas Restaurant, dies at 93
Mark Pappas purchased one restaurant in 1972, and more than 50 years later, Pappas is synonymous with great crab cakes for many people.
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November 29, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Mark Pappas, the founder of Pappas Restaurant, has died at the age of 93.
A woman who was rescued from a car submerged in Baltimore's Inner Harbor has died.
Woman dies days after being pulled from submerged car at the Inner Harbor
The 52-year-old's vehicle plunged into the water on November 18, between Piers 4 and 5, off Eastern Avenue.
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November 29, 2025 at 9:00 PM
A woman who was rescued from a car submerged in Baltimore's Inner Harbor has died.
Mimi DiPietro Skating Center served community for 39 years
Baltimore City plans to permanently shutter Patterson Park ice rink
The closure affects several hockey programs, including the Baltimore Banners, Patterson Park Stars, Broom Ball and Boys Latin School, the document added.
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November 29, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Mimi DiPietro Skating Center served community for 39 years
The indictment alleges that Attar, along with her brother, and a BPD officer, conspired to extort a political consultant.
State Sen. Dalya Attar pleads not guilty to conspiracy, extortion charges
According to the indictment, a hidden camera was placed inside the apartment the consultant was staying at, and captured an affair the consultant had with a married man.
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November 29, 2025 at 7:00 PM
The indictment alleges that Attar, along with her brother, and a BPD officer, conspired to extort a political consultant.
American Legion Post 22 calls theft from Wayside Cross 'disrespectful' to sacred veterans memorial
Wreaths stolen from century-old war memorial in Towson
Wreaths stolen over weekend from century-old Wayside Cross war memorial in downtown Towson near the circle.
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November 29, 2025 at 6:00 PM
American Legion Post 22 calls theft from Wayside Cross 'disrespectful' to sacred veterans memorial
A man is in custody after setting fire to the home his estranged wife lived in.
Ring camera footage shows estranged husband setting Sykesville home on fire
Ring camera footage allegedly shows him pouring gasoline in the upstairs bedroom of the house.
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November 29, 2025 at 5:00 PM
A man is in custody after setting fire to the home his estranged wife lived in.
State researchers trace Clovis people's ancient hunting paths through stone tool analysis at Piney Grove archaeological site
Archaeologists uncover 13,000-year-old mystery at Maryland dig site
Maryland archaeologists and geologists work together to solve 13,000-year-old mystery of Clovis people's hunting and tool making through stone analysis.
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November 29, 2025 at 4:00 PM
State researchers trace Clovis people's ancient hunting paths through stone tool analysis at Piney Grove archaeological site