Detectives are working to determine if they may be responsible for other similar incidents in Howard County and surrounding jurisdictions

Ball also unveils the future of the Columbia Flier Building as a new community hub, The Source, where county youth will have the opportunity to be inspired and engaged

A Howard County construction project to replace the pedestrian bridge along the Bright Passage pathway in Columbia, is expected to begin on or about Monday, April 22nd. Weather permitting, the project is expected to be completed by late August. 

Ball also unveiled a multimillion investment to expand RTA’s public transportation, update its fleet and support the launch of FLASH bus rapid transit service

Ball’s proposed FY25 Operating Budget includes historic $1.14 billion in funding for HCPSS, exceeding the State-mandated Maintenance of Effort by $52 million

Budget includes historic support for public education, public safety, the healthcare system, housing opportunities, non-profit service providers and more

Howard County Executive Calvin Ball today announced his proposed Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25) Operating Budget includes over $5 million in funding for a myriad of programs and initiatives geared towards advancing the Howard County (HoCo) Climate Forward: Climate Action and Resiliency Plan and strengthening the County’s environmental stewardship.

Howard County Executive Calvin Ball today highlighted several key investments in his Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25) Capital Budget directed towards carrying his administration’s long-term Elkridge Civic District projects forward.

This nearly 100-acre property will be preserved from development of more than 20 units.

Howard County Executive Calvin Ball today unveiled the exciting new design of the County’s Department of Recreation & Parks’ East Columbia Library Park.