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Traffic
Fatal Ride On Bus Crash Shuts Down Major Maryland Roads During Morning Commute
A deadly crash involving a Ride On bus brought traffic to a standstill in Maryland early Friday morning. The collision happened around 4:47 a.m., May 1, on Midcounty Highway in Montgomery County, near Goshen Road, where a vehicle slammed into a county bus, according to police. The impact shut down a busy stretch of roadway in Gaithersburg just as the morning commute was beginning, with Midcounty Highway and nearby intersections closed for hours as crews worked the scene. Midcounty Highway and Woodfield Road in Gaithersburg. Google Maps street view Firefighters were called to th…
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Person Hit By Train In Maryland After Falling Onto Tracks At Metro Station (
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A person was struck by a train at a busy Maryland Metro station on Saturday morning, triggering major delays along the Red Line during the morning commute. The incident happened around 6:45 a.m. on April 11, at the Grosvenor-Strathmore Metro Station on Rockville Pike in North Bethesda, according to Montgomery County Fire and Rescue officials. Emergency crews responded after reports that a pedestrian was struck and trapped beneath a train. Officials said the person may have fallen or jumped in front of the train, though the circumstances remain under investigation. The incident caused imme…
Weather
It's So Cold That The Hudson River Is Freezing Over: Coast Guard Steps Up As Ferries Shut Down
Freezing temperatures are locking up the Hudson River, disrupting ferry service and prompting emergency icebreaking as the deep freeze drags on (scroll for photos). NY Waterway commuter ferry service between New Jersey and New York has been delayed, while NYC Ferry service has been fully suspended as ice continues to form across the Hudson River, the East River, and New York Harbor. The disruption comes amid dangerously cold temperatures gripping the region. AccuWeather forecasters said New York City could be experiencing one of the longest stretches of temperatures at or below freezin…
News
Zohran Mamdani Defeats Cuomo, Sliwa In Historic NYC Mayoral Victory
Zohran Mamdani is the projected new mayor of New York City. The democratic socialist toppled former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo and Republican challenger Curtis Sliwa on Tuesday, Nov. 4, in one of the most-watched races in the country. The size of his victory is not clear, but analysts called the race just minutes after the polls closed at 9 p.m. Turnout for the race was more than 2 million. Decision Desk HQ projects Zohran Mamdani to win the New York City Mayor election.#DecisionMade: 9:03 pm ETFollow live results on our website. pic.twitter.com/JLV4vXwznG — Decis…
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‘The Bear’ Writer Alleges Racial Profiling After His Removal From MTA Train; Shares Viral Video
A writer for the hit FX show "The Bear" says he was handcuffed and removed from a Connecticut-bound train after a woman complained about his sitting posture. Alex O’Keefe, 31, who has also worked as a speechwriter for Sens. Elizabeth Warren and Ed Markey, said police targeted him as “the one Black” man on board. According to O’Keefe, the incident began when an “old white lady” told him to “correct” how he was sitting on a Metropolitan Transportation Authority Metro-North train. He said the woman reported him to the conductor after he refused. O'Keefe posted a video to Instagram that does n…
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MD Trails Northeast Neighbors In Best States to Live In Rankings, Here's Why
From the best schools in the nation to some of the highest incomes, several Northeast states are among the best places to live, according to a new study. WalletHub released its 2025 list of "Best States to Live In" on Monday, Aug. 11. The study ranked all 50 states using 51 measures of livability, from housing affordability and income growth to education, health, and safety. Chip Lupo, a WalletHub analyst, said it's important to look beyond just economic factors. "When deciding on a place to move, you should first consider financial factors like the cost of living, housing prices, and…
Police & Fire
Man In Wheelchair Struck Dead By Peter Pan Bus Heading To DC From Station In Philadelphia
A man in a wheelchair was fatally struck by a Peter Pan bus outside 30th Street Station in Philadelphia’s University City, authorities announced on Thursday, Aug. 7. The crash happened just before 9:35 a.m. at the intersection of Market Street and Schuylkill Avenue, steps from one of the city’s busiest transit hubs. The 40-year-old man had been panhandling between two lanes of traffic when he rolled in front of the bus as it was stopped at a red light, according to the Philadelphia Police Department. Once the signal turned green, the bus — which was headed northbound on Schuylkill Avenue —…
Politics
Trump Rages Over Mamdani's Upset Mayoral Primary Win: 'Our Country Is Really Screwed'
President Donald Trump isn’t taking the New York City primary results well. Following Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani’s stunning victory in the Democratic primary for New York City mayor, Trump unleashed a furious response on Truth Social, criticizing everything from Mamdani’s appearance to his voice. “It’s finally happened, the Democrats have crossed the line,” Trump wrote. “Zohran Mamdani, a 100% Communist Lunatic, has just won the Dem Primary, and is on his way to becoming Mayor… He looks TERRIBLE, his voice is grating, he’s not very smart…” Two minutes later, Trump continued his diatribe wi…
Politics
'Democratic Party Lost Its Mind:' NJ Republican Urges NYCers To Move After Mamdani Beats Cuomo
Jack Ciattarelli has a message for New Yorkers: Move to Jersey. The Republican candidate for New Jersey governor took to social media after former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo conceded the Democratic mayoral primary to Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old democratic socialist. “Tonight is proof that the modern Democratic Party has lost its mind,” Ciattarelli said in a post on Tuesday, June 24. “To all the residents and business owners of New York City who don’t want a socialist, defund-the-police, antisemitic mayor representing them, I encourage you to move to New Jersey.” Cuomo had bee…
News
Heat Wave Slows Metro Trains As Rail Temps Hit 135 Degrees In DC, Maryland, Virginia
If you thought it was hot outside, try standing on a rail. The heat wave gripping Maryland is so intense that Metro trains were forced to slow down after rail temperatures hit 135 degrees, officials confirmed Tuesday, June 24. According to WMATA, extreme heat triggered speed restrictions across parts of the system. “Rail temperatures reached 135 degrees today, and we had to slow our train speeds,” Metro said in a post on X. “Hotter temperatures are expected throughout the rest of the week, so we thank you for your patience, as we work to keep you as safe as possible.” Rail temperatures…
Weather
Extreme Heat Forces Amtrak To Slow Northeast Trains: What To Know
Oppressive heat across the Northeast is forcing Amtrak to slow down its trains. Amtrak sent out a warning to travelers about the heat-related restrictions on Tuesday, June 24. Many Northeast cities along the East Coast from Massachusetts to Virginia were forecasted to have high temperatures at or above 100 degrees. The slowdowns come amid the first heat wave of the year in New England and the mid-Atlantic. "Due to temperature-related speed restrictions from 11:00 am to 8:00 pm, customers traveling in the Northeast may experience delays," Amtrak said. "Affected customers will be communicate…
Lifestyle
Free Lyft Rides Offered In Virginia, DC, Maryland On July 4 To Prevent Drunk Driving
Don’t drive buzzed — or at all — this Fourth of July in the DMV. A free ride program is returning to help stop drunk driving before it starts during one of the deadliest holidays on US roads, officials announced. The Washington Regional Alcohol Program (WRAP) will offer free Lyft rides across DC, Maryland, and Virginia from 4 p.m. Friday, July 4, to 4 a.m. Saturday, July 5, to keep impaired drivers off the road. SoberRide The initiative, called SoberRide, provides a $15 Lyft credit to anyone 21 or older who’s celebrating with alcohol and needs a safe ride home. The promo code…
Politics
DC Bracing For US Army Birthday Parade: Road Closures, Metro Changes, Security Rules Released
Thousands are expected to pack the National Mall on Saturday, June 14, for the US Army’s massive 250th Birthday Festival and Parade — and DC police want you to know: don’t bring a chair, a drone, or a sign on a stick. The Metropolitan Police Department, working with federal partners, released a full list of road closures, security protocols, prohibited items, and Metro advisories ahead of Saturday’s celebration honoring the Army’s 250th birthday. If you're heading downtown, leave early and use MetroRail. Riders should avoid Smithsonian Station’s Mall entrance at Jefferson Drive, which will …
News
Crash Report Reveals Heroic Dad, Son Died Trying To Save Suicidal Brother From Bristol Amtrak
A 110 mph Amtrak train struck a father and his two sons during a frantic struggle on the rails in Bristol Borough, Bucks County, on Thursday, April 3 at 6:02 p.m., newly released investigative records obtained by Daily Voice through a Freedom of Information Act request on Wednesday, June 11 show. Christopher Cramp, 56, and his eldest son, David Cramp, 31, were pulling 24-year-old Thomas Cramp off the tracks when all three were hit by southbound Train 85, according to the redacted Amtrak Police report. Thomas had just fallen toward an adjacent line after what officers believe was a suicide at…
Police & Fire
Tour Bus Erupts In Flames At Maryland Park-And-Ride, Sending One To Hospital: Officials
A tour bus erupted into flames at a Maryland park-and-ride lot on Friday, sending thick smoke skyward and one person to the hospital, officials said. The fiery spectacle broke out just before 11:30 a.m. on May 30 at the park-and-ride lot on Georgia Avenue near MD-200 (ICC), according to Montgomery County Fire and Rescue. Photos from the scene show heavy charring across the side of a Coach USA bus, with blown-out windows, scorched seats, and damage near the rear wheels where the blaze appears to have originated. Foam from fire suppression efforts surrounded the wreckage. Twitter/@m…
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Knife-Wielding Maryland Man Stabs Passenger On DC Metrobus: Prosecutors
A knife-wielding Maryland Metrobus passenger cornered two strangers, threatened to kill them, and stabbed one during a terrifying ride through Washington, DC, prosecutors say. Ankintola Olowofoyeku, 43, of Hyattsville, was indicted in DC Superior Court on multiple charges following an incident last summer that left one person with a stab wound, authorities announced. The charges stem from a random attack aboard a Route 70 Metrobus on July 21, 2024, near Georgia Avenue NW and Jefferson Street NW. According to court documents, Olowofoyeku began screaming at two strangers and demanding …
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Baltimore, DC Among World's Top 100 Cities In New Study: Here's Why
Two Northeast cities have been recognized among the 10 best in the world, according to a new study. Oxford Economics has released its 2025 Global Cities Index. New York City ranked No. 1 in the world for the second straight year, while Boston climbed into the global top 10 at No. 8 overall. The index evaluates 1,000 cities across five categories. The annual report scored cities on economics, human capital, quality of life, environment, and governance. Researchers said the index helps guide decisions for investors and policymakers. "Leveraging our best-in-class urban economic for…
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DC Metro Rider Beats 65-Year-Old Man Before Nationals Game, Prosecutors Say
It started with a trip to the Nationals game. It ended with a stranger in handcuffs and a senior citizen in the hospital. A 20-year-old man from the District has been indicted on a felony assault charge after allegedly attacking a 65-year-old man at the Navy Yard Metro Station in DC last summer, officials announced. Te’Vaughn Brown is accused of punching the Peter Munro in the face and head multiple times in an unprovoked assault on Aug. 9, 2024, according to the US Attorney’s Office. The attack happened just before 3:30 p.m. on game day, as the victim exited a train and tried to walk up t…
News
NJ Transit Strike Paralyzes Trains To Shakira Concert, Knicks Playoff Game: Here's What's Next
The NJ Transit rail strike rolled into its second day on Saturday, May 17, with President & CEO Kris Kolluri saying talks with union leaders are on — and will continue through the weekend in an effort to restore service for more than 350,000 daily riders. “We are going to meet the union today, tomorrow, all with the goal of getting to a deal so we can get them back to work and get customers the reliable service they need,” Kolluri said during a press conference at Newark Broad Street Station Saturday morning. “I want to be crystal clear. We want a fair deal that will not break the bank.…
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'Brazen' Metrobus Shooter Who Killed Maryland Teen In Front Of Packed Bus Faces Life In Prison
A man who opened fire on a crowded Metrobus in Maryland—killing one teen and shooting at another—is now facing life in prison, officials announced. Trevon Hatcherson-Ross, 23, who has no known address, was convicted Wednesday, May 14, on first-degree murder and attempted murder charges for a February 2023 bus shooting in Silver Spring, the Montgomery County State’s Attorney’s Office said. Hatcherson-Ross faces two potential life sentences plus another 45 years when he returns to court for sentencing in August, prosecutors said. The deadly shooting happened on Feb. 17, 2023, on a Metro Tran…
Obituaries
Maryland Bus Driver Dies On Duty, Saves Passengers In Final Moments — Leaves Behind 10 Kids
A beloved Maryland bus driver is being remembered as a hero after suffering a fatal heart attack behind the wheel — and still managing to keep his passengers safe. A Montgomery County Ride On bus operator died while on duty after suffering a heart attack while driving along his southbound Route 55 route, officials confirmed. The driver, Ruiz Bell, 63, of Gaithersburg, was able to safely stop the bus despite the medical emergency, likely preventing further tragedy, according to County Executive Marc Elrich. “Even in that moment, he was thinking about the people around him — bringing the bus…
Sports
Washington Commanders Returning To DC: See What $2.7B Stadium Will Look Like
The Washington Commanders will build a new stadium in a major redevelopment on the site of the NFL team's former home for decades. The Commanders officially announced plans for a $2.7 billion domed stadium at the former site of Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium on Monday, April 28. The move means all of DC's major sports teams will have their home venues within the borders of the nation's capital. The new stadium is expected to open in 2030 and will occupy just 11% of the 180-acre site, leaving room for housing, green space, hotels, and retail. "We are thrilled to welcome the Command…
Police & Fire
Maryland Man Crashes Into
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Bus During Virginia Police Chase: VSP
A high-speed pursuit in Northern Virginia ended with a Maryland man crashing into a WMATA bus and getting slapped with multiple felony charges, Virginia State Police announced. It happened late Saturday night, April 19, after troopers tried to stop an Infiniti driving recklessly on I-495 northbound at the Mixing Bowl, according to VSP spokesperson Matthew Demlein. Instead of pulling over, the driver — later identified as Cory Michael-Joseph Zufall, 21, of Reisterstown — kept going. Troopers attempted to stop the car on Gallows Road, but the maneuver failed. Zufall jumped back on the …
Business
Waymo To Begin Self-Driving Taxi Service In This Northeast City By 2026
Washington, DC, will soon join Waymo's growing list of cities offering fully autonomous taxi rides. Waymo announced it'll launch its driverless ride-hailing service in the nation's capital in a news release on Tuesday, Mar. 25. The self-driving taxi rides are expected to begin in 2026. The rollout of Waymo One, the company's paid robotaxi app, follows a return to the capital earlier in 2025, when the company began laying the groundwork for expansion. Human-operated Waymo vehicles are already on DC streets collecting feedback and learning the area's driving patterns. Owned by Goog…
News
Measles Exposure Warning Issued After Infected Person Visits DC Train Station, Urgent Care
A person with measles visited multiple high-traffic spots in Washington, DC while contagious — and now local health officials are racing to track down anyone who may have been exposed. DC Health confirmed the case on Tuesday, March 25. Officials say the infected person traveled on an Amtrak train, went through Union Station, and later showed up at an urgent care center in Adams Morgan while still contagious. The exposure timeline is as follows: Amtrak Northeast Regional 175 (Southbound) on March 19, 7:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.; Amtrak Concourse, Union Station, 50 Massachusetts Ave NE on&n…
Police & Fire
Pregnant Woman Strangled, Assaulted By Bus Driver From Prince George's During Dispute: Police
A Montgomery County Transit Services employee is facing multiple charges after allegedly strangling and assaulting a pregnant woman before throwing her to the ground outside a Ride On bus, police said. Paul Simms, 36, of Laurel, turned himself in on Tuesday, Feb. 4, after police obtained a warrant for his arrest, according to the Montgomery County Department of Police. The violent altercation unfolded the night before, on Monday, Feb. 3, when officers and emergency personnel responded to the 5400 block of Wisconsin Avenue in Chevy Chase for a reported assault. Investigators said Simms and …
Traffic
Trespasser Struck, Killed By Train In North Bethesda (
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Metro service was disrupted Sunday night after a trespasser was struck by a train in North Bethesda, prompting a recovery mission and significant delays, authorities said. The incident, reported by WMATA, is affecting service along the Red Line, with trains single-tracking between Twinbrook and Grosvenor as authorities respond to the scene. No details about the incident have been released by officials. Update - Metro Rail Incident between North Bethesda Metro Station and Twinbrook Metro Station (tunnel) person/pedestrian struck by a train, traumatic injury, @MCFRS_EMIHS evaluated/as…
Traffic
Bus Driver Critical After Crashing Into Prince George's County Building (
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A Metrobus driver is fighting for their life after crashing into a vacant building early Friday morning in Riverdale following an apparent medical emergency, officials said. The incident happened at 6:22 a.m. on the 6200 block of Rhode Island Avenue, where the bus careened off the road and into the structure. The driver was rushed to the hospital in critical condition, according to authorities. Four passengers were aboard the bus at the time of the crash but were unharmed. Emergency crews responded swiftly to the scene, and no other injuries were reported. The cause of the medical e…
Traffic
Baltimore Drivers Face Restrictions Ahead Of Inner Harbor New Year’s Eve Bash
Motorists in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor area will encounter extensive traffic restrictions as the city gears up for its annual New Year’s Eve celebration. Starting at 4 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31, restrictions on commercial vehicles and parking bans will transform downtown Baltimore to prepare for large crowds expected at the event. The Baltimore City Department of Transportation (BCDOT) announced that restrictions will last until 3 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 1. Tanker trailers will be completely barred from the area, including for local deliveries, while all parking and vehicle restrictions will…
Police & Fire
Maryland Man Arrested In Deadly MTA Bus Dispute After Nine-Day Search: Police
A deadly dispute on a Baltimore bus has ended with an arrest, police say. Following a near two-week investigation into the fatal incident, a 61-year-old Baltimore man is in custody after allegedly shooting and killing a passenger during an argument on a bus in the Central District, according to city police. James Richburg was arrested Monday, Dec. 9, while riding an MTA bus in the 1600 block of North Fulton Avenue, a spokesperson for the Baltimore Police Department said. The arrest, made without incident, comes nine days after the Nov. 30 fatal shooting of 30-year-old William Womack.…
News
Automated Trains Will Be Back On DC Metro In Days
A more efficient Metrorail experience is expected after the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) reintroduces Automatic Train Operation (ATO) on the Red Line. This system, which automates train movements, is set to enhance ride smoothness and reduce travel times, according to the WMATA. ATO is expected to be operational on the Red Line by Sunday, Dec. 15. ATO is a system that automates the acceleration, deceleration, and speed regulation of trains, allowing for precise and consistent operations. While train operators remain in the cab to monitor conditions an…
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