U.S. Department of Justice sues Maryland over its new immigration enforcement policies

Baltimore Fishbowl 7/10 7:30A Sarah Petrowich, WYPR

The U.S. Department of Justice filed a lawsuit against the state of Maryland on Thursday over its new immigration enforcement policy. The Community Trust Act – which Gov. Wes Moore let go into law without his signature in May – limits when local...

Baby’s on Fire in Mount Vernon to close permanently after July 19

Baltimore Fishbowl 7/10 7:04A Ed Gunts

Another Mount Vernon business is shutting down. The owners of Baby’s On Fire, a coffee shop and record store at 1010 Morton St., disclosed on social media that the business will close permanently...

Hot Plate: Nora Blu opens, Bastille Day fetes, blue food at the Aquarium and more

Baltimore Fishbowl 7/10 5:45A Kit Pollard

This week’s Baltimore restaurant news is as hot as the weather, filled with openings, events, and lots of cocktails. Here’s a look at what’s coming up: Openings & announcements Chef Spike Gjerde has a...

More federal assistance available for Maryland farmers after spring freeze, ongoing drought

Baltimore Fishbowl 7/10 5:22A Sarah Petrowich, WYPR

The 2026 crop year is shaping up to be a tough one for Mid-Atlantic farmers, prompting more federal disaster designations across the region. Virginia is the latest regional state to receive a Secretarial Disaster Declaration from the U.S....

The Daily Dispatch Quiz — July 10, 2026

Baltimore Fishbowl 7/10 5:09A Baltimore Fishbowl Staff

Put your local news knowledge to the test with David Conn’s Daily Dispatch Quiz . 6 questions. 90 seconds. Today’s topics include: A highway collision s mysterious cause Kushner s Baltimore empire...

Friday Morning Headlines: 10-story Glen Burnie building evacuated over structural concerns; Fish...

Baltimore Fishbowl 7/10 1:30A Baltimore Fishbowl Staff

10-story Glen Burnie office building evacuated over structural concerns CBS Baltimore New Baltimore City Public Schools CEO releases 100-day entry plan WBAL-TV Fish kill in Baltimore: Dead fish and...

Several counties begin their summer restaurant week promotions in July

WMAR 2 News 7/9 11:00P Megan Knight

The summer season is in full swing, and in July, several counties are kicking off their Summer Restaurant Week promotions. Baltimore County July 10-19 Nearly 50 restaurants are offering special menus and discounts Click here for a complete list...

Another round of storms today

WMAR 2 News 7/9 8:23P Stevie Daniels

Happy Friday! Another round of rain and storms are expected this afternoon/evening, with more heat and humidity. The Storm Prediction Center has placed the area under a Marginal Risk (level 1/5) with strong gusty winds and heavy rainfall being...

Annapolis seeks public input on next police chief after Mayor Littman fired previous chief in...

WMAR 2 News 7/9 7:21P Ja Nai Wright

Annapolis is on the hunt for a new police chief, and the mayor's office has decided to involve the public in the process. Annapolis seeks public input on next police chief after February firing Annapolis seeks public input on next police chief...

DOJ sues Maryland over 'sanctuary policies' they claim obstructs immigration enforcement

WMAR 2 News 7/9 12:00P Ryan Dickstein

Less than two months after sheriffs from 17 out of 23 Maryland Counties took State lawmakers to federal court over their passing of the "Community Trust Act," the U.S. Department of Justice is filing their own lawsuit. The legislation essentially...

Orioles escape series sweep with 3-2 win against Cubs

WMAR 2 News 7/9 11:47A Dominick Philippe-Auguste

The Baltimore Orioles avoided their fourth consecutive series sweep by defeating the Chicago Cubs 3-2 at Camden Yards on Thursday. Following the victory, the Orioles improved to 43-51 on the season. Remarkably, Baltimore managed to win despite...

Maryland man jailed after FBI foiled plot to join ISIS & target Jewish residents

WMAR 2 News 7/9 11:13A Ryan Dickstein

A Maryland man will spend 15 years in federal prison after his plot to join ISIS, and potentially target Jewish Americans, was foiled by the FBI. Michael Sam Teekaye Jr., 22, began revealing his intentions to an undercover agent in 2023. "He...

Homicides, Non-fatal Shootings Remain Virtually Stable in June

Baltimore Fishbowl 7/9 9:21A Baltimore Witness

Homicides and non-fatal shootings in Baltimore City showed little change between May and June. While the total number of homicides increased by one incident, the number of non-fatal shootings stayed...

Pickleball pop-up to launch at Inner Harbor

Baltimore Fishbowl 7/9 8:54A Marcus Dieterle

Starting later this month, community members can pop by the Inner Harbor for a six-week pickleball pop-up. The Waterfront Partnership of Baltimore and PNC Bank are launching a temporary pickleball...

Baltimore County considers cracking down on smoke shops

Baltimore Fishbowl 7/9 8:45A Scott Maucione, WYPR

Baltimore County is considering cracking down on smoke shops, which sell tobacco, vapes and sometimes CBD products. Baltimore County Council Chairman Mike Ertel and Councilman David Marks introduced legislation that will put more regulations on...