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
The following is a Benstorming commentary about all the local races in the upcoming 2026 Elections for the House of Delegates, state Senate, County Council and School Board As Eastcountytimes.com reported, the filing deadline has passed and we have our races for County Council, House of Delegates, state Senator and School Board. So who are … Read more
The following is a Benstorming commentary from Eastcountytimes.com The County Council races in the new District 8 & 9 are busy as candidates are jumping in and out of these races. With two days left until the filing deadline, we know that we have a Democrat and a Republican primary in District 9. The Dundalk, … Read more
The following is a Benstorming commentary about the reopening of schools and the weather issues surrounding the opening Baltimore County Public Schools reopened on Monday two hours late and many parents thought the region was not able to handle the traffic and provide safe pedestrian routes. Most of those parents were correct. The problem is … Read more
As we inch closer to 2026, next year’s Maryland Gubernatorial primary is almost six months away The biggest change is on the county level as the Baltimore County Council voted to expand from seven to nine districts. On the Eastside, District 6 makes up Towson, Parkville and Overlea. District 7 is now the home of … Read more
Benstorming is an opinion column that comments on news in Eastern Baltimore County. On Sunday night, Sunset Cove in Middle River announced they were closing its doors. It was very unfortunate announcement for that bar and its patrons. Eastcountytimes.com spotted Sunset’s announcement immediately and was able to produce a write up that night. The next … Read more