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Former Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan Announces Unexpected US Senate Run Former Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan Announces Unexpected US Senate Run
Former Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan Announces Unexpected US Senate Run Former Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan is vowing to put partisanship aside and "to fix our broken politics" as he throws his hat into the ring with a run for a US Senate seat. The Republican announced a bid to replace retiring Democratic Sen. Ben Cardin on Friday in a video released on social media, where he said that he is "exhausted like the majority of Marylanders (and) fed up with politics as usual."  "For eight years we proved the toxic politics that divide our nation need not divide our state," he said. "We've overcome unprecedented challenges ... And we did it by finding common ground…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
One Firefighter Killed, Four Others Injured Battling Intense Northwest Baltimore Rowhome Fire One Firefighter Killed, Four Others Injured Battling Intense Northwest Baltimore Rowhome Fire
One Firefighter Killed, Four Others Injured Battling Intense Northwest Baltimore Rowhome Fire Maryland is in mourning after one firefighter died and sever others were injured battling a massive rowhouse blaze. Several homes went up in flames on Thursday afternoon in Baltimore, and the furious fire claimed the life of one and left at least four other with various burns and other injuries, according to city officials. The firefighter's name has not been released, pending the notification of his family. "Tonight, it is with a heavy heart that I must announce one member has tragically perished as a result of his injuries," Baltimore Fire Chief James Wallace said during a briefing. Sh…

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Police & Fire
Roy McGrath Killed During Encounter With FBI: Reports Roy McGrath Killed During Encounter With FBI: Reports
Roy McGrath Killed During Encounter With FBI: Reports A three-week manhunt for former Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan's chief of staff came ended on Monday, April 3 with his shooting death in an encounter with federal agents in Tennessee, his attorney tells various news outlets including CBS and CNN. Roy McGrath had been wanted since March 13 when he failed to show up to trial for federal fraud in Baltimore. Roy McGrathUS Marshals McGrath was apparently found near Knoxville, and shot around 6:30 p.m. He died at a nearby hospital. This is a developing story. Check back for more.

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Manhunt For Former Top Hogan Aide In MD Hits Week Three; $20K Reward Offered By Feds Manhunt For Former Top Hogan Aide In MD Hits Week Three; $20K Reward Offered By Feds
Manhunt For Former Top Hogan Aide In MD Hits Week Three; $20K Reward Offered By Feds Weeks after he skipped out on a scheduled fraud trial, federal officials are offering a $20,000 reward for information that leads to the arrest of Gov. Larry Hogan's former Chief of Staff Roy McGrath.  A manhunt is underway by the US Marshals Services and other law enforcement agencies as they attempt to locate McGrath, 53, the former governor’s top aide, after he failed to make a scheduled court appearance on Monday, March 13. @USMSBaltimore has initiated an interstate fugitive investigation. It is now seeking to apprehend the former Maryland governor’s top aide after he failed to appe…

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Manhunt Launched For Former Top Hogan Aide Who Skipped Federal Fraud Trial In Maryland Manhunt Launched For Former Top Hogan Aide Who Skipped Federal Fraud Trial In Maryland
Manhunt Launched For Former Top Hogan Aide Who Skipped Federal Fraud Trial In Maryland The search is on for one of former Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan’s top lieutenants who is on the lam after he failed to make a scheduled court appearance for fraud and theft charges this week. A manhunt is underway by the US Marshals Services and other law enforcement agencies as they attempt to locate Roy McGrath, 53, the former governor’s top aide, after he failed to make a scheduled court appearance on Monday, March 13. @USMSBaltimore has initiated an interstate fugitive investigation. It is now seeking to apprehend the former Maryland governor’s top aide after he failed to appear in cou…

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by Zak Failla
Politics
Trump-Appointed Former US Attorney For Maryland Named Special Counsel Investigating Biden Docs Trump-Appointed Former US Attorney For Maryland Named Special Counsel Investigating Biden Docs
Trump-Appointed Former US Attorney For Maryland Named Special Counsel Investigating Biden Docs Attorney General Merrick Garland has appointed a familiar face for Marylanders as a special counsel to investigate the handling of classified documents that were found at President Joe Biden’s Delaware home and a Washington office. Robert Hur, the former US Attorney for Maryland who left office in 2021, will be tasked with conducting the inquiry into the handling of the materials after the White House confirmed that his private attorneys found a "small number" of classified documents. “I will conduct the assigned investigation with fair, impartial, and dispassionate judgment. I intend to f…

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by Zak Failla
Lifestyle
Happy Holidays: Hogan Announces New State Day Off For Employees Happy Holidays: Hogan Announces New State Day Off For Employees
Happy Holidays: Hogan Announces New State Day Off For Employees Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan gave an early holiday present to workers across the state. Hogan announced that all Maryland state government agencies and offices will be closed an additional day on Friday, Dec. 23, allowing for employees to spend more time with friends and family over the long holiday weekend. The governor said that the day will be treated like any other state-employee holiday. I am declaring December 23 a state holiday so that our hard-working employees can spend more time enjoying the holidays with their loved ones and as another way we can show our appreciation to our …

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by Zak Failla
Schools
UPDATED: Maryland High School Placed On Lockdown After Reported Shooting UPDATED: Maryland High School Placed On Lockdown After Reported Shooting
Updated: Maryland High School Placed On Lockdown After Reported Shooting Suitland High School in Maryland is on lockdown after a shooting was reported on school grounds, police said. The shooting happened at approximately 10 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 8, though no information about a possible gunman or victims was immediately released by school officials or police investigators. Police confirmed on Thursday afternoon that the incident was a non-fatal shooting. We are on the scene of of non fatal shooting in the 5200 block of Silver Hill Road. Suitland High school has been placed on lockdown out of an abundance of caution. Media staging area will be at the entra…

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by Zak Failla
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Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan Orders TikTok Ban For Government Employees Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan Orders TikTok Ban For Government Employees
Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan Orders TikTok Ban For Government Employees Outgoing Gov. Larry Hogan is taking steps to ensure that there will be no TikToking coming out of the Maryland State House anytime soon. Hogan announced on Tuesday, Dec. 6 that the state is issuing an emergency cybersecurity directive that will prohibit the use of certain Chinese and Russian-influenced products and platforms - including TikTok - in the state's executive branch. “These entities present an unacceptable level of cybersecurity risk to the state, and may be involved in activities such as cyber-espionage, surveillance of government entities, and inappropriate collection of sensi…

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by Zak Failla
Sports
Game On: Hogan Announces When Legal Mobile Sports Gambling To Go Live In Maryland Game On: Hogan Announces When Legal Mobile Sports Gambling To Go Live In Maryland
Game On: Hogan Announces When Legal Mobile Sports Gambling To Go Live In Maryland It's official - legalized mobile sports betting in Maryland is set to go live, Gov. Larry Hogan announced. As of 9 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 23, the formal launch of online sports betting in Maryland will begin, with seven of 10 approved sportsbooks scheduled to go live across the state. Maryland Lottery officials previously announced that mobile sports wagering will launch statewide beginning on Nov. 23 after it was made approved by the state's Sports Wagering Application Review Commission (SWARC), though no official time had been provided until Hogan made the announcement on Tuesday, Nov. 2…

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Let The Games Begin: Here's When Mobile Sports Betting Is Coming To Maryland Let The Games Begin: Here's When Mobile Sports Betting Is Coming To Maryland
Let The Games Begin: Here's When Mobile Sports Betting Is Coming To Maryland Opening Day is coming for sports betters in Maryland just in time for the NFL’s slate of Thanksgiving games. Maryland Lottery officials announced that mobile sports wagering will launch statewide beginning on Wednesday, Nov. 23 after it was made approved by the state's Sports Wagering Application Review Commission (SWARC) Seven of the 10 mobile sports betting applications awarded licensees by SWARC will now have to successfully complete operational requirements, including a controlled demonstration before launching. 
Those sportsbooks include: Arundel Amusements (Bingo World); BetMGM …

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Maryland Expected To Launch Online Mobile Sports Betting In Time For Thanksgiving Maryland Expected To Launch Online Mobile Sports Betting In Time For Thanksgiving
Maryland Expected To Launch Online Mobile Sports Betting In Time For Thanksgiving Mobile sports betting is expected to officially be coming to Maryland, possibly just in time for the traditional slate of NFL football games on Thanksgiving, according to officials. Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan announced on Monday, Nov. 14, that legal online sports betting is on track to launch statewide before the end of the month following lengthy discussions with multiple agencies. The Maryland Sports Wagering Application Review Commission (SWARC) is expected to convene this week to make things official, moving up its planned meeting that was scheduled for next week. “We had originally p…

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by Zak Failla
Politics
Seeing Red: Election Results Have Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan Mulling 2024 Options: Report Seeing Red: Election Results Have Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan Mulling 2024 Options: Report
Seeing Red: Election Results Have Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan Mulling 2024 Options: Report The “Red Wave” turned “Red Whimper” during the midterm elections on Tuesday has outgoing Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan reconsidering his options when it comes to the 2024 presidential election, according to a CBS report. In an exclusive interview with CBS on Wednesday, Nov. 9, the moderate Republican governor said that the results of Tuesday's elections may have spurred him to reconsider a run for the Oval Office now that more candidates in his own party are becoming less radical. A vociferous critic of former President Donald Trump - much to the consternation of his party-mates - Hogan told CB…

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Maryland Republican Hopeful Dan Cox Points Finger At Hogan, Praises Trump In Concession Speech Maryland Republican Hopeful Dan Cox Points Finger At Hogan, Praises Trump In Concession Speech
Maryland Republican Hopeful Dan Cox Points Finger At Hogan, Praises Trump In Concession Speech Republican gubernatorial hopeful Dan Cox pointed the finger at anyone but himself after his defeat to Democratic Gov.-Elect Wes Moore on Tuesday at the polls in a lengthy concession statement. It took more than 12 hours, but Cox finally called Moore on Wednesday, Nov. 9, after receiving less than 40 percent of the vote in the governor's race, though he took outgoing Gov. Larry Hogan, a fellow Republican, to task while touting embattled former President Donald Trump. “President Trump is an American hero who stands for our America First values, and someone I want to personally thank for his …

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Politics
Democrat Wes Moore Becomes First Black Governor In Maryland History, AP Reports Democrat Wes Moore Becomes First Black Governor In Maryland History, AP Reports
Democrat Wes Moore Becomes First Black Governor In Maryland History, AP Reports Democrat Wes Moore has reportedly made history, becoming Maryland's first Black governor after taking down Republican Dan Cox to replace outgoing Gov. Larry Hogan. The Associated Press reportedly shortly after polls closed in Maryland on Tuesday, Nov. 8 that Moore, 44, was on pace to win, despite only 1 percent of municipalities reporting. It is not lost on me that I’ve made some history here tonight, too.But I also know I'm not the first one to try.This is just more proof that progress is possible in Maryland. And I am humbled to be a part of this legacy. — Wes Moore for Maryland Gove…

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Election Day 2022: Governor's Seat, Marijuana Among Top Items On Ballot In Maryland Election Day 2022: Governor's Seat, Marijuana Among Top Items On Ballot In Maryland
Election Day 2022: Governor's Seat, Marijuana Among Top Items On Ballot In Maryland The polls are open for the 2022 midterm elections, and Maryland voters will have several key decisions to make on Tuesday, Nov. 8. The gubernatorial race between Republican Dan Cox and Democrat Wes Moore to replace outgoing Gov. Larry Hogan highlights the 2023 ballot, though voters will also determine whether or not the state becomes the latest to legalize marijuana for adults. Hogan, a Republican, is being forced out of office due to term limit laws, refused to endorse a candidate, but Moore has the backing of former President Barack Obama and was the final Democrat current President Joe…

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by Zak Failla
Lifestyle
Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan Tests Positive For COVID-19 Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan Tests Positive For COVID-19
Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan Tests Positive For Covid-19 Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan is reportedly in good spirits and feeling well after testing positive for COVID-19, his office announced. The Republican governor got a trick not a treat on Halloween, as he issued an alert on Monday, Oct. 31 advising the public that he contracted the virus and will be temporarily working from home. Just wanted to let Marylanders know that after testing positive for COVID-19, I am working from home. Fortunately, I’m up to date on my boosters and my symptoms are minimal. To find a vaccine clinic near you, visit https://t.co/MjHeoZ5E5J. — Governor Larry Hogan (@G…

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Vice President Kamala Harris To Campaign For Wes Moore In Baltimore As Election Approaches Vice President Kamala Harris To Campaign For Wes Moore In Baltimore As Election Approaches
Vice President Kamala Harris To Campaign For Wes Moore In Baltimore As Election Approaches Some of the nation's top Democrats keep coming forward in support of Maryland gubernatorial hopeful Wes Moore. Fresh on the heels of former President Barack Obama’s endorsement of Moore’s run, current Vice President Kamala Harris will be back in Baltimore this weekend at a grassroots event to support his candidacy. The event is scheduled to run from 9:15 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 29, at the Cahill Recreation Center on Clifton Avenue. I’m excited to invite you to join our democratic ticket, @KamalaHarris, and me in Baltimore on Saturday to get out the vote!This is our time. If …

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by Zak Failla
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'Wes Moore Is The Leader Maryland Needs' Obama Says In New Endorsement For Potential Governor 'Wes Moore Is The Leader Maryland Needs' Obama Says In New Endorsement For Potential Governor
'Wes Moore Is The Leader Maryland Needs' Obama Says In New Endorsement For Potential Governor Democratic Maryland gubernatorial hopeful Wes Moore got a ringing endorsement from one of the country’s most popular political figures. Former President Barack Obama endorsed Moore in a 30-second video that was released on Tuesday, Oct. 25 in advance of the November elections where he is heavily favored to topple Republican Dan Cox to replace current Gov. Larry Hogan. President @BarackObama embodies leadership and service. I am truly humbled to have his endorsement.Early voting starts Thursday and election day is just 14 days away. Maryland, let’s vote like our future depends on it – be…

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Police & Fire
Police ID Suspected Gunman Who Killed MTA Bus Driver On Her Way To Work In Baltimore Police ID Suspected Gunman Who Killed MTA Bus Driver On Her Way To Work In Baltimore
Police ID Suspected Gunman Who Killed MTA Bus Driver On Her Way To Work In Baltimore Police investigators in Baltimore have released new information and a photo of a shooting suspect who gunned down an MTA bus driver near a popular park this week. Leon Hill, 53, is on the run in Maryland following the fatal shooting of 40-year-old Elaine Jackson in the area of Carroll Park in Southwest Baltimore on Tuesday, Oct. 18. The Baltimore Police Department released a photo of Hill on Friday, Oct. 21, following the fatal shooting of Jackson at approximately 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 18 in the 1500 block of Washington Boulevard while she was heading in to work. Upon arrival at the s…

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Schools
Baltimore Pre-K Teacher Awarded Maryland Teacher Of The Year Baltimore Pre-K Teacher Awarded Maryland Teacher Of The Year
Baltimore Pre-K Teacher Awarded Maryland Teacher Of The Year A Baltimore City Pre-K teacher has been named the Maryland Teacher of the Year for 2022-2023, announced Governor Larry Hogan. Berol Dewdney, a teacher at The Commodore John Rodgers School, was awarded the honor on Friday, Oct. 7 in an announcement made by Governor Hogan congratulating her on her achievements and dedication toward teaching the next generations. "I want to congratulate Ms. Dewdney on this tremendous achievement, along with the leadership, educators, and students at The Commodore John Rodgers School. Maryland teachers are among the best in the nation. They play a vital role i…

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by Annie DeVoe
Weather
Remnants Of Hurricane Ian To Soak Maryland This Weekend Remnants Of Hurricane Ian To Soak Maryland This Weekend
Remnants Of Hurricane Ian To Soak Maryland This Weekend All eyes in Maryland are staring at Hurricane Ian as it moves its way up the East Coast and is expected to make for a long, wet weekend. The storm laid waste to parts of Florida, though it has weakened as it makes its way north, but is still packing a punch as remnants of the near-Category 5 hurricane turned tropical storm impacts Maryland and neighboring states. According to the National Weather Service, a combination of tropical cyclone Ian to the south and strong high pressure to the northeast may bring impacts to the region beginning Friday night and persisting through the weekend.…

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News
Governor Hogan Releases Statement Following Death of Queen Elizabeth II Governor Hogan Releases Statement Following Death of Queen Elizabeth II
Governor Hogan Releases Statement Following Death of Queen Elizabeth II Maryland Governor Larry Hogan has issued a statement following the death of the longest reigning monarch, Queen Elizabeth II, who died at her Balmoral residence in Scotland Thursday, Sept. 8 at the age of 96. "The Queen took great care over the last seven decades to deepen the meaning of the Special Relationship between the United States and Great Britain. Maryland was proud to welcome her majesty during her first state visit to our country in 1957, and again during her last state visit here in 2007", states Governor Hogan. Marylanders join the nation and the world in mourning the passi…

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by Annie DeVoe
Sports
Here's How The World Is Reacting To Maryland Tennis Star's Shocking US Open Upset Of Nadal Here's How The World Is Reacting To Maryland Tennis Star's Shocking US Open Upset Of Nadal
Here's How The World Is Reacting To Maryland Tennis Star's Shocking US Open Upset Of Nadal Maryland’s Frances Tiafoe had a night to remember at the US Open, taking down a tennis legend and sending himself sprinting into the quarterfinals of the tournament. Tiafoe, a 24-year-old Hyattsville native out of Prince George's County, took down future Hall of Famer Rafael Nadal, the number two seed, in the fourth round at Arthur Ashe Stadium in Queens, much to the shock and delight of many. The underdog (22nd seed) topped the legend 6-4, 4-6, 6-4, 6-3 to snap Nadal's 22-match Grand Slam winning streak and puts him one step closer to a potential first major championship. Tiafoe’s unexp…

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by Zak Failla
Schools
VIDEO: School Rolls Our Red Carpet For Daughter Of Firefighter Killed In Rowhouse Fire VIDEO: School Rolls Our Red Carpet For Daughter Of Firefighter Killed In Rowhouse Fire
Video: School Rolls Our Red Carpet For Daughter Of Firefighter Killed In Rowhouse Fire A fallen Baltimore City Firefighter's stepdaughter was given a red carpet entrance into her first day of school, as pictured on video by officials. Mila, the stepdaughter of Kelsey Sadler, was given the welcome start to the school year by her extended fire department family that has come together to support the loved ones of Sadler after her passing, according to Baltimore City Fire officials. This morning was the first day of school for Kelsey Sadler’s stepdaughter, Mila. Kelsey was killed in the line of duty in January. Members stepped up to ensure that Mila received a welcomed start …

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by Annie DeVoe
News
Maryland Republicans Respond To Mar-A-Lago Raid At Trump Resort Maryland Republicans Respond To Mar-A-Lago Raid At Trump Resort
Maryland Republicans Respond To Mar-a-lago Raid At Trump Resort Republican Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan, who is no friend or supporter of former President Donald Trump, has joined other members of the GOP in calling out the prosecutors involved in a raid at his Florida resort, claiming that the actions at Mar-a-Lago risk separating an “America (that) was already dangerously divided.” Trump’s Florida estate was raided by the FBI during the execution of a search warrant at the Palm Beach resort as federal officials investigate his handling of classified presidential documents. The move has drawn both the ire of some politicians and praise from others as ma…

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Thousands In Maryland Without Power Days After Severe Storms Thousands In Maryland Without Power Days After Severe Storms
Thousands In Maryland Without Power Days After Severe Storms Nearly 7,000 Maryland customers are still in the dark days after storms rolled through the region, sending power lines flying and downing trees across the state. Baltimore Gas and Electric crews have been working for nearly two days to make repairs and restore power to more than 50,000 customers, though as of 12:15 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 6, the utility company was still reporting 700 outages that were impacting 6,922 of its 1,323,704 Maryland customers. This storm was another reminder of how smaller storms can turn into severe and damaging weather events. We continue to stand ready to a…

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Waterspout Devastates Smith Island In Maryland During Storm Waterspout Devastates Smith Island In Maryland During Storm
Waterspout Devastates Smith Island In Maryland During Storm A small island in Maryland got rocked by severe weather during the storm that rolled through the region as a waterspout damaged homes and reportedly left at least one with injuries. Video that has circulated online shows a tornado swirling over the water heading toward Smith Island of Chesapeake Bay, sending debris flying as the waterspout approached land. The extreme weather incident caused damage to multiple structures on the small island, including multiple houses that were completely destroyed by the storm, some of which were lifted off the ground. The waterspout left devastating…

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Thousands In Maryland Without Power Following Overnight Storm Thousands In Maryland Without Power Following Overnight Storm
Thousands In Maryland Without Power Following Overnight Storm More than 20,000 Maryland customers are still in the dark after storms rolled through the region, bringing whipping winds, toppling trees, and downing power lines and wires overnight. Baltimore Gas and Electric crews worked through the night to make repairs and restore power to thousands, though as of 11:15 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 5, the utility company was still reporting 901 outages that were impacting 20,548 of its 1,323,723 Maryland customers. This storm was another reminder of how smaller storms can turn into severe and damaging weather events. We continue to stand ready to assist th…

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Police & Fire
Reward Offered In Connection To Baltimore Teen's Murder Reward Offered In Connection To Baltimore Teen's Murder
Reward Offered In Connection To Baltimore Teen's Murder An additional reward has been added for information in connection to a fatal double shooting that took the life of a Baltimore teen, authorities say. The State of Maryland has added an $8,000 reward in the investigation of the shooting that killed Deontay Edwards, 19, and injured a 21-year-old man just after midnight Saturday, July 30, in the 1700 block of East Oliver Street, announced Gov. Larry Hogan. The addition of the funds from the State of Maryland brings the total reward amount to $16,000 for information leading to an arrest and conviction of the suspect or suspects involved. We ar…

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by Annie DeVoe
News
Hogan Calls For Independent Investigation Into Grade Changing In Baltimore City Public Schools Hogan Calls For Independent Investigation Into Grade Changing In Baltimore City Public Schools
Hogan Calls For Independent Investigation Into Grade Changing In Baltimore City Public Schools An independent investigation into the grade-changing scandal within Baltimore City Public Schools has been announced, says Maryland officials. Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan announced an investigative report into the scandal that was launched on June 7 after a pattern of grade-changing practices was brought to light. "Since the earliest days of our administration, I have led the fight for more accountability in our local school systems and pushed to raise academic standards while rooting out corruption and mismanagement", Hogan said. The statement continued on to condemn the "unconscionable beh…

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