Benstorming- Killing a bill that requires BCPS Accountability?

It was disappointing to see that SB 15, a bill to improve accountability and transparency within Baltimore County Public Schools, was defeated by the Baltimore County Senate Delegation. The bill had bipartisan support. Democratic Sen. Carl Jackson and Republican Ryan Nawrocki both cross-filed the bill; Democratic County Councilman Mike Ertel and Republican Councilman David Marks … Read more

Police & District 5 Officials Address White Marsh Mall Incident

The following article was submitted by the Office of Councilman David Marks about the Police and Community Relations Council (PCRC) meeting addressing this past weekend’s incident at White Marsh Mall. On Tuesday, March 10th, 2026 a monthly meeting of the Police and Community Relations Council (PCRC) was attended by over 100 community members in response to … Read more

Essex Community Development Corporation Open House

The Essex Community Development Corporation is hosting an Open House on Wednesday. March 18 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the Essex CDC Office, 25 Eastern Boulevard, Suite 98 in Essex. The opening house will gather community input on the Eastern Boulevard Traffic and Pedestrian Safety Study. This study, conducted in partnership with a Baltimore … Read more

Schellenberger to speak at PHIA meeting on Thursday

The next Perry Hall Improvement Association Meeting is scheduled for Thursday, March 12 at 7 p.m. at Brightview Senior Living, 9657 Belair Road in the Dorsey Room. Baltimore County States Attorney Scott Schellenberger is the guest speaker. Other issues and concerns within the Perry Hall area will be discussed. For more information, visit the PHIA … Read more

Police: Pepper spray unintentionally discharged on school bus

Baltimore County Police responded to Vincent Farm Elementary School in the 6000 block of Ebenezer Road following reports that pepper spray had been discharged on a school bus on Wednesday, March 11 after 9:30 a.m. The investigation determined the student located the pepper spray at their bus stop just prior to boarding the bus. A … Read more

Officials support SHA analysis for Harford Rd pedestrian death

The elected officials who represent the Harford Road corridor are supporting an analysis by the Maryland State Highway Administration after the tragic death of a pedestrian on Feb. 5. Claudine Myers, Metropolitan District Engineer for the Maryland State Highway Administration, wrote that “the loss of life on the 9500 block of Harford Road is tragic, … Read more

Bethesda man convicted in 2022 murder of Dundalk man

The Office of Baltimore County State’s Attorney Scott Shellenberger announced that a Baltimore County jury found a  Bethesda man guilty of first-degree premeditated murder and other charges from a Dundalk homicide case from 2022. Here is their release: On Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026, a Baltimore County jury found Keith Brian Russell, 40, of Bethesda, guilty … Read more

Herman’s Bakery announces it’s “retiring” after 103 years

Herman’s Bakery in Dundalk announced the business is “retiring” after a century of service on March 31. The Holabird bakery made the official announcement on its Facebook page on Tuesday “After more than a century of baking, Herman’s Bakery is officially retiring. Our family wishes to thank our loyal customers for their support over the … Read more

White Marsh house fire reported on Holter Road

–photo courtesy of Baltimore County Professional Firefighters Association- Baltimore County Fire Department reported a basement fire in White Marsh on Tuesday. Crews arrived to find a basement fire to a single home in the 11000 block of Holter Road. The fire was reported on March 10 around 3:30 p.m. One person was reported with a … Read more

Jennings: “No Superintendent contracts until audit is updated”

The following article has been submitted by District 7 state Senator J.B. Jennings about his emergency legislation to ensure Maryland county school boards cannot approve multi-year superintendent contracts without current financial audit information. Senator J.B. Jennings has introduced emergency legislation to ensure Maryland county school boards cannot approve multi-year superintendent contracts without current financial audit … Read more

BCPS Inspector General oversight bill dies in MD Senate

The legislation that would give the Baltimore County Office of the Inspector General’s jurisdiction to include oversight of Baltimore County Public Schools was defeated tonight in the Baltimore County Senate Delegation. Democratic Sen. Carl Jackson and Republican Del. Ryan Nawrocki cross-filed the bipartisan bill. The bill, SB 15, was created to improve accountability and transparency … Read more

Councilman Marks: “Demanding a Safe Experience at White Marsh”

The following article has been submitted by 5th District County Councilman David Marks about his vision for White Marsh Town Center  The White Marsh Town Center has been a hub of economic activity in eastern Baltimore County since 1980s.  It is now a blend of commercial and residential uses, a home for hundreds of residents and … Read more

Overlea Boys fall in State 8; PH & ET Girls lose in regional

The basketball season is over for all local high schools. Overlea Boys Basketball beat Milford Mill 69-68 with a game winning shot with 12 seconds left to win the 3A North Region Final. The Falcons made the deepest run of any local team advancing to the 3A State Quarterfinals but lost at Magruder 76-42. Perry … Read more

Democratic County Executive candidate forum in Essex

New North Point Association

The new North Point Association is hosting a County Executive Democratic candidate community forum on Wednesday, March 11 at 6:30 p.m. at the Baltimore County Public Library Essex branch. They announced three of the candidates have accepted the invitation and two more candidates may also attend. All candidates will receive the same questions about topics … Read more

Multiple juveniles arrested after White Marsh Mall incident

Baltimore County Police reported multiple juveniles were arrested after an disturbance at White Marsh Mall on Saturday, March 7, around 5 p.m. The incident followed a planned “link-up” at the location, which resulted in large groups of juveniles gathering at the mall. Charges include second-degree assault, trespassing, and disorderly conduct. A reported robbery, which involved … Read more