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Car Crashed Through Storefront, But This Maryland Restaurant Is Back And Ready To Celebrate
A popular Greek restaurant in Maryland is ready to welcome back customers just weeks after a car plowed through its storefront, forcing it to close for repairs. Big Greek Cafe in Urbana has officially reopened, restaurant officials announced, and the comeback will culminate with a Grand Reopening and Greek Independence Day Celebration on Monday, March 25. The restaurant temporarily shut down after a car crashed through the front of the business in the 3200 block of Bennett Creek Avenue in January officials said. Two people, including the driver and a guest inside the restaurant, were evalu…
Lifestyle
‘American Idol’ Contestant From DMV Brings Judges To Their Feet With Showstopping Audition
A Virginia gymnastics instructor is trading tumbling for the spotlight after delivering a show-stopping performance that left Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan, and Carrie Underwood in awe. Grayson Torrence, 21, of Providence Forge took the stage with a jaw-dropping rendition of "Fall in Line" by Christina Aguilera and Demi Lovato during her audition, which aired on Sunday, March 16. Her performance had the judges smiling and grooving along, while her mom, anxiously listening from outside, excitedly whispered, "Beautiful ... She's hitting it!" The judges were blown away—and when it came time to vo…
Police & Fire
Son Beats Father To Death, Stabs Himself In Failed Maryland Murder-Suicide Attempt: Police
A Maryland man is behind bars after allegedly beating his father to death before turning the knife on himself in an unsuccessful suicide attempt, officials said. Christopher Wiley Cooper, 22, is facing murder charges in connection with the killing of his father, 59-year-old Patrick Cooper, inside their Fort Washington home, according to the Prince George’s County Police Department. Officers responded to a reported attempted suicide at the 8000 block of Den Meade Avenue around 5 a.m. on Friday, March 14, where they found Patrick Cooper suffering from traumatic injuries. He was pronoun…
Lifestyle
‘Winning Grandpop’ Strikes Again With Second Big Powerball Win In Maryland
A Baltimore County man who has been playing the Maryland Lottery since day one has proved that lightning really can strike twice—scoring his second major Powerball win in just two years. The lucky Woodlawn resident, who fittingly goes by the nickname “Winning Grandpop,” claimed a $150,000 third-tier Powerball prize on Thursday, March 14, officials announced. And this isn’t his first rodeo. “Winning Grandpop” said he’s been "winning for years"—including a $50,000 Powerball payout in 2023. “I’ve always said I would win again—and I’m back!” he declared after snagging his latest six-figure pr…
Police & Fire
Drone Tracks Down Missing Child, Aids In Arrest Of Six Suspects In Montgomery County: Police
Montgomery County police put technology to work in a big way, using a high-tech drone to safely locate a missing 5-year-old and help officers arrest six suspects in a series of unrelated incidents, officials announced. The Montgomery County Police Department’s Drone as First Responder (RAVEN) was deployed on Thursday, March 13, assisting in several separate missions throughout the day, including two theft cases and the search for the missing child. Officers were first called around 1:10 p.m. for a theft in progress in the 900 block of Thayer Avenue. While officers rushed to the scene…
Traffic
Pedestrian Struck By Metro Train At Maryland Station (
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Emergency crews rushed to a chaotic scene at West Hyattsville Metro Station after a pedestrian was struck by a train, causing major delays on the system, according to Prince George’s County Fire/EMS. The incident happened around 3:51 p.m. on Tuesday, March 12, at the station near Hamilton Street, officials said. Metro traffic was halted in both directions as firefighters worked to rescue the victim from under the train. The pedestrian was successfully removed and treated by EMS at the scene, though their condition has not been released. Train traffic reopened shortly after 5 p.m. on Wednes…
News
Doctors Said It Was The Flu, Days Later, Maryland Girl Was Gone
A Maryland mother is grappling with unimaginable loss after her once-healthy 10-year-old daughter died from complications doctors initially brushed off as the flu. Minka Aisha Greene, of Capitol Heights, had never been seriously ill before, her mom, Kymesha Greene White told Daily Voice in a phone call Tuesday, March 11. So when Minka stopped eating and playing outside in late January, Greene White knew something was seriously wrong. “She was never one of those kids who had a cold or anything,” Greene White said. “So when I noticed she wasn’t eating or asking to go outside, I was like,…
Obituaries
Fatal Maryland Crash Leaves Family Struggling To Bring Loved One Home To California
The family of a Maryland man killed in a tragic head-on crash is asking for help to bring him home to California, where his mother longs to lay him to rest. Sehirbie Rouse, 36, of Brentwood, was behind the wheel on Friday, Feb. 28, when his car veered into oncoming traffic on Tuxedo Road in Hyattsville, leading to a fatal collision, Prince George’s County Police said. Rouse was rushed to the hospital, but he did not survive. The other driver suffered minor injuries. Now, in the aftermath of the tragedy, his grieving family is struggling to bring his body home to Long Beach, California, whe…
Lifestyle
$248K Jackpot! Maryland Caregiver Wins Big, Retires Lottery Game With Final Ticket
A Baltimore caregiver just pulled off the ultimate "out with the old, in with the new" move—ditching her go-to lottery game and hitting a massive $248,208 jackpot on a whim. The longtime FAST PLAY fan had been loyal to the Mega Multiplier game, racking up plenty of wins over time. But lately? Not so much. “Mega Multiplier has been very lucky for me,” she told Maryland Lottery officials. “Lots of wins, even big ones.” But after a recent dry spell, she decided to give it one last shot. No luck. That’s when fate—or maybe just a gut feeling—kicked in. As she was leaving Hunt Valley Exxon in C…
Police & Fire
Maryland Man Exposed Himself To Woman Walking In Virginia: Police
A Maryland man was arrested after allegedly exposing himself to a woman walking in Centreville, police said. Detectives from the Fairfax County Police Department’s Major Crimes Bureau took Zackary Webb, 20, into custody following an investigation into an indecent exposure incident that happened late last month near Route 28 and Machen Drive. According to police, the victim was walking in the area when a man in a car approached her and exposed himself. Detectives, with help from the Real Time Crime Center, identified Webb as the suspect. Webb was arrested and taken to the Fairfax County Adu…
Business
$392K Winning 'Fast Play' Ticket Sold At Maryland Gas Station
A tank of gas and a bucket load of cash, is what one lucky customer went home with after a recent trip to a Southern Maryland gas station, according to Lottery officials. Officials confirmed that a jackpot-winning Lottery ticket worth nearly $400,000 was sold at a Maryland gas station. A FAST PLAY ticket sold at Lusby Market Exxon in the 11800 block of HG Trueman Road in Calvert County is burning a hole in a local residents pocket after winning a $392,970 progressive jackpot playing Fat Wallet ticket on Friday, March 7. The $10 ticket has a progressive jackpot that starts at $70,000 a…
News
Father, 7-Month-Old Son Located After Being Reported Missing In Maryland (
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UPDATED: Shortly after 11 p.m. on Friday, March 7, authorities announced that both the infant and his father have been found safely. ORIGINAL STORY Authorities in St. Mary’s County are asking for the public’s assistance in finding a missing father and his 7-month-old son who vanished after leaving home Friday afternoon. Nicholas Lee Kilduff, 30, was last seen around 1 p.m. on March 7 when he left a Mechanicsville residence with his infant son, Ryker Ryan-Lee Kilduff, officials said. According to the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office, Kilduff told the child’s mother he was heading to a ne…
Police & Fire
Trucker Torches Tractor-Trailer Along I-68 In Maryland: Fire Marshal
A Baltimore County man is facing serious charges after investigators say he intentionally set his disabled semi-truck on fire along I-68 in Western Maryland. Robert Steven Silver, 42, of Cockeysville, was arrested Tuesday, March 4, with the help of Baltimore County Police after a months-long investigation by the Office of the State Fire Marshal. The incident happened on the night of Oct. 12, 2024, when firefighters from the Baltimore Pike Volunteer Fire Company responded to a burning tractor-trailer at the 50-mile marker of the interstate. Crews arrived to find flames inside a 2012 V…
Police & Fire
Woman Dies After Parking Lot Crash In Maryland: Police
An 85-year-old woman from Washington, DC, has died after a crash in a Prince George’s County shopping center parking lot, authorities said. Constance Banner was behind the wheel when she was involved in a two-vehicle collision in the 3700 block of Branch Avenue on Saturday, March 1 in Temple Hills, at approximately 4:10 p.m., Prince George’s County Police said. Banner was rushed to the hospital for treatment but died from her injuries the following day, officials said. The second driver was not hurt. Investigators are still working to determine what led to the crash. Check Daily Voice for …
Police & Fire
Man Used Explosive Device To Destroy Mom's Car: Maryland Fire Marshal
A Maryland man is facing arson and explosives charges after investigators say he intentionally set his mother’s car on fire, causing damage to both the vehicle and a nearby home. Terry Lynn Ford Jr., 24, of Cumberland, was arrested on Friday, Feb. 28, following a months-long investigation by the Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office, authorities said. Fire crews responded to a 2005 Toyota Camry Solara engulfed in flames outside 883 Patterson Avenue around 8 a.m. on Nov. 1, 2024, officials said Investigators later determined the fire was deliberately set using an explosive device, causing an…
Business
$296K Winning 'Fast Play' Ticket Sold At Maryland Liquor Store
Booze and a bucket load of cash, is what one lucky liquor store customer went home with, according to Maryland Lottery. A jackpot-winning ticket worth nearly $300,000 was sold at a Maryland liquor store. A FAST PLAY ticket sold at All Saints Liquors in Laurel is burning a hole in a local residents pocket after winning a $296,552 progressive jackpot playing Grand Progressive on Thursday, Feb. 27. The $10 ticket has a progressive jackpot that starts at $100,000 and grows with the sale of each ticket until someone buys a progressive jackpot-winning ticket. This is the first of 28 p…
Business
Winning $3.3M 'Multi-Match' Ticket Sold At Maryland Convenience Store
The first jackpot-winning Multi-Match ticket of 2025 has been sold at a Maryland convenience store, and it was a big one. A winning ticket worth $3.3 million for Monday's drawing was sold in Baltimore County at J Convenience located at 8765 Satyr Hill Road in Parkville, according to officials. The winning numbers for the drawing on Feb. 24 were 03-06-16-22-26-33. It comes with an the option of an annual annuity paid in 25 installments or an estimated $1.92 million cash option. There were eight Multi-Match jackpots won in 2024. Lottery officials say that winners should sign the …
Police & Fire
Same Armed Suspect Hits Two Montgomery County Banks In Six Days, Police Say
Detectives are searching for an armed suspect behind a string of bank robberies in Montgomery County and are asking for the public’s help after releasing new surveillance photos. The first heist happened at M&T Bank on Montgomery Avenue around 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 1, according to Montgomery County Police. Investigators say the suspect walked in, placed a handgun on the counter, and demanded cash, and the teller handed over the money, and the man fled with an undisclosed amount. Just six days later, around 10 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 7, the same suspect reportedly struck again…
Schools
School Bus Carrying Dozens Of High School Students Crashes In Maryland: Police
A school bus loaded with Northwestern High School students crashed with a sedan in Prince George's County on Friday morning, police say. The crash was reported shortly before 9:30 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 21, according to the Hyattsville Police Department. The crash happened at the intersection of 42nd and Oliver Streets while the bus was still on Route #345, picking up students on the way to school. Approximately 25 to 30 students were on board at the time, officials said. None were injured, police confirmed. The driver of the sedan was transported to a local hospital for treatment of …
Lifestyle
Dream Derailed: Baltimore Nursing Student Seriously Injured In Maryland Hit-Run Crash
Samikshya Nepali Thapa came to the US in 2024 chasing her dream of becoming a nurse. Now, she’s fighting for her future after a devastating hit-and-run crash left her with critical injuries. Originally from a small village in Nepal, Thapa was living her American dream as an international student at CCBC Catonsville—until it turned into a nightmare on Jan. 24. While heading home, Thapa was struck by a car in a hit-and-run accident that left her with multiple fractures, a brain injury, and a broken urinary bladder that required emergency surgery, according to the Baltimore Association of Nepa…
Police & Fire
Teen Gunman In Deadly SUV Murder Surrenders In Maryland, Police Say
An 18-year-old Maryland man is facing multiple murder charges after allegedly shooting and killing another man inside an SUV before turning himself in to police, authorities said. Prince George’s County Police arrested Raymond Terry III following the Sunday, Feb. 16 shooting that claimed the life of 26-year-old Landover resident Vincent Fisher III. Officers responded around 6:50 p.m. to the 2000 block of East Marlboro Avenue after receiving a call about a shooting, a spokesperson for the department said. When they arrived, they found Fisher inside the SUV with a gunshot wound, where …
Obituaries
Sudden Death Of Maryland Dad Leaves Family Heartbroken: Remembering Charles 'Billy' Kaul III
Charles "Billy" Kaul III is being remembered by loved ones for his infectious laughter and storybook romance following his unexpected death. The father of two from Elkton left behind two young children and his wife of five years after passing away on Saturday, Feb. 8, a week before his 35th birthday. Kaul was an assistant manager at Dollar Tree for several years and had a passion for video gaming, and fishing, a hobby that "allowed him to connect with nature," while providing peace and relaxation, according to his obituary. "Above all, Charles cherished spending time with his be…
Obituaries
Sudden Death Of Maryland Teen Leaves Community Reeling: Remembering Kentrelle Smith
A Maryland family is mourning the heartbreaking loss of 18-year-old Kentrelle Smith, whose life was cut tragically short, leaving loved ones grieving and rallying to give him a proper farewell. Smith, of Greenbelt, passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 5, leaving behind family and friends struggling to come to terms with the loss of a young man known for his warmth, kindness, and love for others. "He brought so much joy and love into our lives, and his warmth touched everyone he met," his mother shared. "The love we have for him is immeasurable, and the love he showed to his family and friends will …
News
Teen Shot In Head Playing Soccer In Maryland Fighting For His Life, Campaign Says
A high school student is fighting for his life after being shot in the head while a soccer game was ongoing, according to officials. A GoFundMe launched Jose Flores had raised more than $5,400 as of Tuesday, Feb. 11. The campaign identified him as the victim shot on Tuesday, Feb. 4. Police said Flores was playing soccer on the 100 block of South Villa Avenue, in a field behind the Wiley Bates Complex senior center in Annapolis, when he was shot. He was alert before being airlifted to a regional trauma center, where he remains in stable condition, according to investigators. Police do …
Real Estate
Live Like A Baller At NBA Star Bradley Beal's Former Montgomery County Estate For $11M
A Maryland mega-mansion once owned by former Washington Wizards star Bradley Beal has hit the market for a cool $11 million—and it’s got everything a baller could want, including a full-size indoor basketball court he built himself. Located in the exclusive Avenel community, the 14,900-square-foot estate at 8913 Holly Leaf Lane in Bethesda sits on two acres and is packed with luxury amenities, from a resort-style pool and spa to a private tennis court and fire pit area. The home is listed with Washington Fine Properties. Beal, now with the Phoenix Suns, transformed the home during his DC da…
Police & Fire
Killer Had Help From GF Following Fatal Shooting Of Maryland Father: Police
A Maryland couple has been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting in Suitland, where authorities say a man was gunned down inside an apartment building over a dispute. Francis Holmes Jr., 30, of Temple Hills, is facing murder charges, while his 28-year-old girlfriend, Marquis Anbaz, has been charged as an accessory after the fact in connection to the fatal shooting of Brian Speaks last year, according to Prince George’s County Police. Officers responded to the 3500 block of Parkway Terrace Drive around 5:45 p.m. on Nov. 15, 2024, after receiving reports of a shooting. Inside an apartm…
Business
Robber Returns To Scene Of Crime Targeting Family-Owned Business In Montgomery County
A robber who previously targeted a popular neighborhood shop in Maryland returned weeks later to strike again, according to friends of the owners. In late January, Ertters on Dale Drive in Silver Spring was hit by an armed robber, leaving the family in dire straits. The situation worsened when the same suspect returned on Thursday, Feb. 6. "We wanted to reassure you that appropriate action is being taken to ensure the safety not only of Kevin and his mom but of everyone in the neighborhood," organizers of a fundraiser for the owners wrote. The owners are now working with the lan…
Weather
Dangerous Ice Storm Looms, Drivers Urged To Stay Off Maryland Roads
A fresh Winter Weather Advisory has been put in place in Maryland and Virginia as another batch of ice and snow approaches the region. Forecasters are cautioning that some snow and sleet may accumulate in parts of the area, with precipitation moving west of I-81 before dawn on Saturday, Feb. 8. Precipitation will likely start as snow before transitioning to sleet and eventually to freezing rain through the afternoon. "A wintry mix will overspread the area Saturday morning. It may initially start as a mix of snow and sleet before giving way to freezing rain that persists through t…
Police & Fire
Child Porn Found By Employees Repairing Cell Phone Lands Maryland Man Federal Charges
A broken phone in Washington County led to federal charges for a 75-year-old Hagerstown man accused of child exploitation, authorities announced. In November 2024, the Hagerstown Police Department were tipped off by employees at Boost Mobile on Maryland Avenue after William Foster Alger came to the store to repair his cellphone. During the repair, police say that employees discovered nude photos of underage girls, and detectives found that Alger had foreign connections, and believed the photos were taken in Ecuador. Detectives contacted the Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) from…
Lifestyle
$1M Lottery Win Turns Car Trouble Into Retirement Plans for Maryland Couple
What started as a bad day with car trouble turned into a million-dollar miracle for a Maryland couple, who are now mapping out their early retirement plans thanks to a lucky scratch-off ticket. The Harford County winner, who chose the alias “Corbin Martin”, was just running errands when fate intervened. Borrowing his mom’s car to check on his own vehicle in the shop, he stopped at Royal Farms on Churchville Road to put air in the tires, and decided to grab a MONOPOLY X100 scratch-off ticket with the $20 in his pocket. A casual Lottery player, "Corbin Martin" usually sticks to Po…
Police & Fire
Fire Destroys State Highway Administration Facility In Maryland, Investigators Say
A massive fire tore through a Maryland State Highway Administration facility in Centreville, causing an estimated $800,000 in damages, officials said. The Office of the State Fire Marshal reported that the blaze broke out around 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 6 at the SHA facility on 111 Safety Drive, according to investigators. Fire crews from Goodwill Volunteer Fire Company and surrounding agencies arrived to find heavy flames consuming multiple vehicles and the storage garage where they were parked. The fire quickly escalated to two alarms, requiring dozens of firefighters to battle …
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