Baltimore, MD news on Tuesday, October 27, 2026

In Baltimore, MD on Tuesday, October 27, 2026: Hilton hotel struggles; permit portal launches. Also: City Council president urges Public Service Commission to reject BGE's proposed $156 million rate increase; Baltimore's city-owned Hilton hotel reports its worst financial performance in recent years. Weather: Sunny and mild today with highs near 65°F and light winds.

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Headlines

City Council president urges Public Service Commission to reject BGE's proposed $156 million rate increase.WBFF · Oct 27, 12:22 PM

News & local government

Pikesville residents successfully lobby for improvements to Bedford Avenue infrastructure.WMAR 2 News Baltimore · Oct 27, 3:40 PM
Two foreign companies and a supervisor indicted in Francis Scott Key Bridge crash; state reaches $2.5 billion settlement.ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos · Oct 27, 7:14 AM
Baltimore City Council readies creation of new agency to handle lower-risk 911 emergency calls.The Baltimore Banner · Oct 26, 7:38 PM

Business & new openings

Baltimore's city-owned Hilton hotel reports its worst financial performance in recent years.WBFF · Oct 27, 2:48 PM
Baltimore County launches online permit portal to speed up electrical, plumbing and gas projects.NottinghamMD.com · Oct 27, 6:30 AM
New owner takes over The Cottages of Perry Hall residential community in Baltimore County.Patch · Oct 27, 12:17 PM
Microscreen continues U.S. expansion with new manufacturing facility opening in Baltimore.Defense and Munitions · Oct 27, 2:30 AM

Schools & kids

Baltimore County schools face a challenging budget cycle with more cuts expected ahead.Capital Gazette · Oct 27, 3:31 PM
University of Maryland, Baltimore closes its crime victim services center.Maryland Daily Record · Oct 27, 5:04 AM

Health & care

Baltimore City Health Department offers free lead testing to neighborhoods concerned about contamination.WBFF · Oct 27, 6:37 AM

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