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Baltimore City plans to blend Susquehanna River water with Loch Raven Reservoir water because of drought conditions. The Department of Public Works expects to start using the river as a supplemental source in early October. Montebello Treatment Plants customers may notice slight taste or odor changes, though officials say treatment stays consistent.
WMAR-2 News (ABC2, Scripps) · Sep 28, 2026The Baltimore City Council approved a bill letting authorities padlock smoke shops that repeatedly break the law. The measure targets public health and safety concerns about unlicensed cannabis sales in the city. The bill now awaits Mayor Brandon Scott's signature, so it is not yet law.
WMAR-2 News (ABC2, Scripps) · Sep 29, 2026Baltimore's inspector general asked a judge to hold the city in civil contempt over a court order on records access. The filing alleges the city did not restore certain computer systems as the court ordered. Mayor Brandon Scott said on social media that the city will always follow the law.
CBS News Los Angeles (KCBS/KCAL) · Sep 29, 2026Mayor Brandon Scott and community leaders celebrated the Belvedere neighborhood reaching more than a year without a homicide. The Safe Streets Belvedere site has gone 379 days in a row without a homicide. This is the second time this location has reached that milestone during the current administration.
CBS News Los Angeles (KCBS/KCAL) · Sep 29, 2026Nib used AI to summarize the linked public news sources. No Juncture editor reviewed this brief. AI summaries can miss context or make mistakes, so check the original sources before acting on this information.
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Maryland Gov. Wes Moore has faced questions regarding press access and transparency from his administration. While not imposing a physical ban like the White House, reporting shows narrower barriers, including unanswered questions and inquiries routed through legal review.
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A proposal for a nearly 70% pay raise for Baltimore County Council members faced sharp criticism from taxpayers and county employees. The increase would raise the current salary to over $119,000. One council member stated they would vote no on the legislation.
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A newly introduced bill could raise Baltimore County Council members' salaries by $50,000. The proposal would increase pay from $69,000 to $119,750, with other salary increases also suggested. Some residents and council members have voiced opposition to the raises.
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Temperatures are expected to warm through Friday, though rain is anticipated to return this weekend. Areas of fog might be possible early on Wednesday, but skies should clear for more sunshine. Wednesday will see warmer conditions with highs reaching the mid to upper 70s.
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Baltimore City's State's Attorney's Office has launched a new data dashboard to increase transparency regarding criminal cases and their outcomes. This tool, developed with Prosecutorial Performance Indicators, allows the public to filter data by various factors. The office stated this effort is part of investments funded by a federal appropriation secured through Maryland's U.S. Senate delegation.
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The fourth annual New/Next Film Festival, presented by Baltimore Public Media, returns to The Charles Theatre from October 1–4. The festival will showcase over 160 films, including world premieres and emerging features. Opening on Thursday, the lineup includes a documentary about a Chesapeake Bay island community.
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The Perkins-Somerset-Oldtown project is reshaping a Baltimore neighborhood by replacing aging public housing. This $1 billion initiative creates mixed-income communities, incorporating new schools and parks while ensuring legacy residents can return.
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Morgan State University’s Center for Continuing and Professional Studies received an $800,000 grant from the Crankstart Foundation. This four-year award will continue providing reentry scholarships to nontraditional adult learners pursuing bachelor's degrees. The funding supports expanding access to higher education in Baltimore.
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The Ratcliffe Center for Creative Entrepreneurship at MICA will host its second annual CESI Conference on October 2 and 3, 2026. The event gathers students, alumni, and professionals to discuss how creative ideas are built and brought to life. It connects working artists with regional partners who fund and advise them.
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Community College of Baltimore County began construction on its Transportation Technology Center expansion. The $28 million project will add a new facility for training in electric and alternative fuel vehicles. Existing buildings also received $1.9 million in renovations.
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Town Square Perry Hall concluded its "Purple Promise Project" at the Health & Wellness Fair. The community initiative raised $450 and created a 142-foot paper chain to support the Alzheimer’s Association Maryland Chapter. This effort aimed to raise awareness for those impacted by Alzheimer's and dementia.
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The Humane Society of Harford County is holding a pet vaccination and microchipping clinic on Saturday, October 24, 2026. The event will take place from 10am-2pm at the Aberdeen Fire Department – Station 1 in Aberdeen, MD. Jones Bel Air Subaru is sponsoring this healthy pet initiative for dogs, cats, and ferrets.
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