Morning Roundup

An end-of-summer heat wave will be affecting much of the region for the next several days. From early to midweek, temperatures can soar to the 100-degree mark across spots in the mid-Atlantic region. AccuWeather forecasters say that some locations may observe conditions hotter than the entire summer. (AccuWeather)

Sunday afternoon’s high of 99 degrees at BWI Marshall Airport was the hottest temperature recorded in Baltimore on Sept. 3 of any year, beating the record of 97 in 1898, according to the weather service. (Baltimore Sun)

Nearly 150 people were rescued by beach patrol members and fire department rescue swimmers in Ocean City on Sunday, according to the Ocean City Fire Department. (WRDE)

Just before 9:30 p.m. Sunday, a dazzling meteor darted across the sky in the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast, stunning eyewitnesses. (Washington Post)

The 2023 Maryland Cycling Classic was a success yesterday as spectators lined roads along the 121-mile route that stretched from close to the Maryland-Pennsylvania state line into the city and the Inner Harbor. Danish cyclist Mattias Skjelmose won the race. (WJZ)

One person was killed and three were injured in four separate shootings Sunday. (Baltimore Sun)

MEDIA ADVISORIES – BALTIMORE POLICE DEPT.

Officials are speaking out after a violent fight broke out during a high school football game in Montgomery County on Friday.

A group of people were fighting near a Metro station during the game between Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School and Walter Johnson. A few injuries were reported. (Anne Arundel Daily Voice)

Nonprofit organizations came together to keep youths engaged as Sunday marked the last night of the summer youth curfew in Baltimore City…

In an email to families Sunday afternoon, Howard County public schools leader Michael Martirano said, “I am pleased to share that 11 of the 20 bus routes that were temporarily suspended last week will be restored for Tuesday morning…”. The school system is planning to update bus numbers and details on the ongoing bus issue with Zum Transportation contractors before tomorrow’s resumption of classes. (WTOP)

A reminder for parents of Baltimore City students: schedules will be altered Tuesday and Wednesday due to expected excessive heat. (WJZ)

Former Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan said Sunday he hasn’t completely ruled out running for president. (Baltimore Sun)

Maryland may ease emission testing rules for newer vehicles. (Baltimore Banner)

Four Maryland Metro stations that have been closed since late July for track upgrades and installation of fiber optic cables reopened over the weekend ahead of schedule. (Washington Post)

Baltimore County Police need the public’s help locating a missing Essex teen…

Concerns are being raised over a Monkton trail crosswalk where a woman was recently struck and killed. (Baltimore Banner)

The Marlboro Volunteer Fire Department itself caught fire yesterday.

Officials say that the Pratt Street station in Upper Marlboro suffered damage from the fire, though there were no reported injuries. An ambulance reportedly caught fire. (Anne Arundel Daily Voice)

Delaware authorities aided Maryland police in the apprehension of a Denton man wanted on numerous warrants. (WBOC)

Delaware State Police arrested 27-year-old Joel Reynoso of Henderson, Maryland, for murder after a road rage-related shooting that happened Saturday evening in Hartly, leaving one man dead. (WMDT)

At the Port of Baltimore last week, 13 vehicles, including one farming combine, were seized by federal and local authorities in an operation stemming from the flow of stolen vehicles leaving the country. (WTOP)

THIS DAY IN HISTORY – SEPTEMBER 4

An ex-corrections nurse at the Jessup Correctional Institution was sentenced along with ten others after being convicted of smuggling contraband into the facility. Heroin, suboxone, an Apple Watch, and SIM cards were discovered inside the cells of inmates. (WMAR)

Elkton town employees will begin receiving three percent annual performance based wage increases. (Cecil Whig)

A researcher at the Maryland Center of Excellence on Problem Gambling says mobile sports betting is putting more people at risk of an addiction. (WMAR)

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Four runs in the sixth inning pave the way for an 8-5 Orioles win over the Arizona Diamondbacks yesterday. Starter Jack Flaherty pitched 4-2/3 innings allowing six hits, four runs, a walk and seven strikeouts. The O’s took two of three in the series and remain on the West Coast for a series beginning tonight against the Los Angeles Angels. (Camden Chat)

PENNANT WATCH: The Rays won in Cleveland yesterday to stay 2-1/2 games behind Baltimore in the AL East. (MLB)

The Orioles’ trade of Jorge Lopez last year was controversial. It ended up being a steal. (Baltimore Sun)

With the playoffs looming, the O’s believe they’ve learned from last season’s near miss. (Baltimore Sun)

The Orioles are reportedly sending the 2022 #1 overall pick, Jackson Holliday, to Triple-A starting this week. (Camden Chat)

The Baltimore Ravens are hosting events this week leading up to their home opener. (WJZ)

The Washington Commanders are set to undergo lucrative renovations on FedExField to improve “the overall fan experience”. The team said they are spending $40 million on adding three new themed suites, new ticket scanning pedestals, point of sale upgrades, and updated Commanders branded imagery around the stadium, as well as maintenance repairs to the bowl and paint around the stadium. (Total Pro Sports)

Pedaling Through Time: A glimpse into the history of cycling in Baltimore. (Baltimore Times)

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THE WMAR VAULT: A look back to life in Maryland long before “big tech” was even a known term and how technology has changed over the years.