SHOOTINGS in Maryland and Kansas marred the July 4 weekend (Flickr/Don Waddington).

Two people were killed and 28 others wounded at a block party in Baltimore on Sunday.

According to the Associated Press, the incident started around 12:30 a.m. when two people began firing guns. As of this writing, no suspects have been arrested. Three of those wounded were hospitalized in critical condition.

In Kansas, seven people were wounded and two others taken to a hospital as a shooting sent patrons stampeding out of a nightclub.

Sports: Angels/D-backs; KC over LAD

Sunday Major League Baseball action saw the Kansas City Royals defeat the Los Angeles Dodgers 9-1 at Kauffman Stadium. The Los Angeles Angels are hosting the Arizona Diamondbacks.

Tony Gonsolin (4-3) had a rough fourth inning that led to the Dodger loss. He lasted 3.2 innings, giving up six hits and four earned runs, striking out three batters and walking three.

The Dodgers, having lost two the Royals after winning twice, are 46-37, tied with the San Francisco Giants for second place in the National League West.

In Anaheim, the Angels are leading 4-2 after five innings. Mickey Moniak’s three-run home run, along with Mike Trout’s solo shot in the first inning provided the margin. Check back later for the final result.

Weather: Fog and then sun

And now for something completely different. The forecast for our West Orange County area for Monday is for morning fog, followed by afternoon sun. The daytime high should be 80, followed by an overnight low of 61.  Tuesday is expected to be 80 (59) and partly cloudy. Wednesday looks similar at 81 (59) and also part cloudy.