A powerful storm that came through the region Wednesday toppled a dozen utility poles along Buckeystown Pike in Frederick County, shutting down part of Route 85 and trapping drivers between downed wires and debris. 

 A Leesburg man is facing a driving under the influence charge following a deadly crash over the weekend that claimed the life of a passenger.

A large and potentially hazardous fire in Carroll County prompted a massive emergency response Monday night after smoke was reported at the Battery Warehouse facility just before 7:30 PM.

A reported shark bite at Assateague State Park is drawing attention just as Memorial Day weekend travel begins along Maryland’s coast.