🌱 McDonough To Fire Police Chief If Elected + Vehicle Crash On I-695

Hello there, Catonsville! I'm here in your inbox today to get you caught up on everything you need to know about what's going on in town. Hope you all have a great day.Keep reading for the latest.

First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny, hot and humid. High: 91 Low: 71.

Here are the top three stories today in Catonsville:

1. On Friday, Aug. 26, Republican challenger for Baltimore County Executive, Pat McDonough, said if he is elected he will fire Police Chief Melissa Hyatt. McDonough and Baltimore County Fraternal Order of Police President Dave Folderauer believe the police are not being transparent about crime data. The County Executive's office and a Baltimore County police spokesperson said there has been a decrease in homicides, arsons, and assaults this year and "any claims of a significant rise in crime is simply not supported by data." (Fox 45 News Baltimore)
2. Yesterday, Aug. 28, a vehicle crash on I-695 Inner-loop near exit 14, near Catonsville, caused delays. One vehicle was overturned with at least one person inside. (Anne Arundel First Alert via Twitter)
3. On Saturday, Aug. 27, the Music City Maryland Festival in Catonsville was a huge success. The free event featured four stages and 28 bands. View the link to see pictures and more from the event. (Baltimore Sun)

Today in and around Catonsville:

• Above the Bar Comedy At St. Mary's Restaurant & Bar, Baltimore (7:00 PM)
• Katie Duke: The Bad Decisions Tour At Ottobar, Baltimore (7:00 PM)
• Margarita Monday with Too Much Talent Band At 518 N Charles Street, Baltimore (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• There are events for the whole family at the Catonsville Branch of the Baltimore County Public Library! View the link to see all the upcoming events. (BCPL)
• There is still time to enjoy the food, rides, and entertaining shows at the Maryland State Fair! The fair will be open from Thursday, Sep. 1 to Monday, Sep. 5 as well as from Thursday, Sep. 8 to Sunday, Sep. 11. View the link for details. (Perry Hall Patch)

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Events:

• Free Community Emergency Preparedness Fair (September 24)
• MD SPCA Festival for the Animals (September 24)
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You're all caught up for today. I'll see you soon!

— Rose Mendez

About me: Rose Mendez is a freelance writer. She is studying English Literature at Hunter College. She loves reading, walking around the city, and coffee!