Frederick County

Loudoun County Supervisor Michael Turner addressed local officials at a conference on data center regulation, noting that public sentiment has shifted from acceptance to opposition. Though numerous Maryland counties have enacted moratoriums or bans, Turner argued against outright bans, suggesting guardrails instead, such as limiting noise and requiring detailed submissions on energy and water use. He highlighted best practices for managing development while preserving community benefits.

Stormy Kay, born in 1961 to working-class parents, met Barry Morse, who was married and later convicted of drug offenses and carrying a concealed weapon. They married in prison in 1985, had a son, and faced domestic abuse and legal challenges.

Frustrations over proposed data center developments in Maryland counties led to the defeat of local politicians in recent primary elections. Environmental advocates highlight growing bipartisan opposition to data centers due to concerns about electricity and water use, pollution, and environmental degradation.

A tropical air mass is causing severe thunderstorms and flooding in the D.C. region, with warnings for heavy rainfall, high winds, and lightning. The National Weather Service has issued severe thunderstorm and flash flood warnings for multiple counties in Maryland and Virginia, with rain rates up to 2-3 inches per hour and potential power outages.

Maryland's 2026 primary election includes contested races for county executive, council seats, and board of education positions in Anne Arundel, Frederick, and Howard counties. Voters will select party nominees for local leadership roles ahead of the general election.

The National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm watch for parts of Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia until 8 p.m. Saturday, covering specific counties in each state. The watch warns of potential damaging wind gusts, hail, and heavy rain from developing thunderstorms this afternoon and evening.