Five Things You Need to Know About Ellicott City This Week

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Starting today, after rush hour, the westbound side of the US 40 bridge that carries traffic over the Patapsco River will be reduced to one lane while crews build the first of two temporary two-lane bridges. Traffic is going to be intense, so plan wisely. 

What's goin on with the development? Find out the latest about a proposed condo development at a Board of Appeals hearing Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the . 

Howard County Police will conclude a 350-mile Police Unity Tour on Thursday at the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in D.C. 

For the first time in a while, there is no rain in this week's forecast. Just sunny skies and, in my opinion, perfect, perfect temperatures: from 70 to 75 degrees, according to the National Weather Service.