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Fire Rips Through Vacant Maryland House Overnight, Cause Under Investigation: Officials Fire Rips Through Vacant Maryland House Overnight, Cause Under Investigation: Officials
Fire Rips Through Vacant Maryland House Overnight, Cause Under Investigation: Officials A fast-moving fire tore through a vacant house in Montgomery County early Thursday morning, drawing more than 50 firefighters to the scene. Just after 3 a.m. on May 22, Montgomery County Fire & Rescue responded to a blaze in a single-family cape cod-style home in the 15100 block of Peach Orchard Drive, between Siebel Drive and Thompson Road, according to a department spokesperson. Fire crews arrived to find heavy fire showing from the basement and first floor. The flames had burned through part of the floor and spread throughout the house. Twitter/@mcfrsPIO Firefighters performed a p…

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by Zak Failla
Business
Airbnb's 'Anti-Party' Tech Blocks Risky Bookings Before Summer Holiday Weekends Airbnb's 'Anti-Party' Tech Blocks Risky Bookings Before Summer Holiday Weekends
Airbnb's 'Anti-Party' Tech Blocks Risky Bookings Before Summer Holiday Weekends Airbnb is expanding its "anti-party" crackdown for the summer, using high-tech booking filters to stop disruptive gatherings before they start. The short-term vacation rental company announced the upgrades to its anti-party technology in a news release on Monday, May 19. Airbnb said its goal is to prevent risky bookings, especially on major holiday weekends around Memorial Day and the Fourth of July. The system will help hosts avoid unauthorized parties and protect their neighborhoods. "This technology is part of a broader set of tools and policies Airbnb deploys to promote responsibl…

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by Chris Spiker
Police & Fire
Overnight Townhouse Fire In Maryland Displaces 13 People, Pets, Officials Say Overnight Townhouse Fire In Maryland Displaces 13 People, Pets, Officials Say
Overnight Townhouse Fire In Maryland Displaces 13 People, Pets, Officials Say A fast-moving fire tore through a row of townhomes in Montgomery County early Friday, May 16, displacing 13 people and several pets in Gaithersburg, according to Montgomery County Fire and Rescue. Firefighters rushed to the 11900 block of Roan Lane just after 5:30 a.m. following multiple reports of a fire burning behind a three-story townhouse, officials said. Crews arrived to find flames spreading to two neighboring homes, Montgomery County Fire and Rescue PIO David Pazos said. Firefighters worked quickly to knock down the fire, and all occupants were able to escape safely. No injuries we…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
Explosion Rocks Maryland Main Street Festival, Injures One, Cancels Parade: Officials Explosion Rocks Maryland Main Street Festival, Injures One, Cancels Parade: Officials
Explosion Rocks Maryland Main Street Festival, Injures One, Cancels Parade: Officials Thousands of families in Laurel missed out on a popular parade Saturday morning after a propane tank explosion rocked the city’s Main Street as vendors were setting up for the annual event, officials confirmed. The explosion happened around 7:15 a.m. on May 10, at the intersection of 4th and Main Streets, the Prince George’s County Fire/EMS Department said. “Initial report is that a food truck propane tank exploded,” PGFD said in a public alert on X. Approx 7:12am PGFD units were dispatched to the 500 block of Main St in Laurel for an outside fire. Initial report is that a food truck pr…

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by Zak Failla
Business
These Are Toughest Jobs In America, New Survey Says These Are Toughest Jobs In America, New Survey Says
These Are Toughest Jobs In America, New Survey Says Construction, courage, and complex challenges are at the heart of what Americans define as the toughest jobs in the country, a new survey suggests. Commissioned by Bosch Power Tools and conducted by Talker Research, the poll asked 2,000 Americans — including 1,000 trade workers — what comes to mind when they think of difficult professions.  The results offer insight not only into which jobs are considered the most demanding, but also into what Americans value in a tough role. Descriptions of tough jobs ranged from “solving other people’s problems all day with little to no help” to “co…

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by Joe Lombardi
Politics
‘Deeply Concerning’: Officials Investigate DMV School Over Locker Room Incident ‘Deeply Concerning’: Officials Investigate DMV School Over Locker Room Incident
‘Deeply Concerning’: Officials Investigate DMV School Over Locker Room Incident A locker room controversy in Loudoun County has sparked a full-blown investigation — and now, the school district is pushing back hard. Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin and Attorney General Jason Miyares announced on Tuesday, May 6, that the state will investigate Loudoun County Public Schools (LCPS) after three students reportedly complained about the presence of a biological female in the boys' locker room.  According to the AG's Office, "reports indicate that the female student, who identifies as male, used her cell phone to record the reaction of male students after she entered th…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
Fire Alarm Forces Evacuation Of Maryland Courthouse, Sheriff Says (DEVELOPING) Fire Alarm Forces Evacuation Of Maryland Courthouse, Sheriff Says (DEVELOPING)
Fire Alarm Forces Evacuation Of Maryland Courthouse, Sheriff Says (Developing) The Mitchell Courthouse in Baltimore had to be evacuated on Tuesday afternoon due to a fire alarm going off, the sheriff's office confirmed.  Shortly after 1:30 p.m. on May 6, first responders were called to the building, where there was a reported fire alarm that went up, prompting the emergency response. "A fire alarm has been reported at the Mitchell Courthouse," a spokesperson for the Baltimore City Sheriff's Office said. "The building has been evacuated and the Fire Department is on the scene."  The small fire was reportedly contained to a single office inside the courthouse…

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by Zak Failla
News
Suspension Failure Triggers Recall Of Nearly 50K Utility Vehicles Suspension Failure Triggers Recall Of Nearly 50K Utility Vehicles
Suspension Failure Triggers Recall Of Nearly 50K Utility Vehicles A dangerous defect that can cause drivers to lose control has triggered a nationwide recall of nearly 50,000 utility vehicles. Kubota Tractor Corporation is recalling about 49,640 RTV-series utility vehicles, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, May 1. A front suspension flaw in the vehicle can pose a serious crash hazard. The ball joint that connects to the RTV's front suspension arm can loosen or separate. The issue could potentially cause drivers to lose wheel support and control of the vehicle. According to the CPSC, there have been four reports …

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by Chris Spiker
Police & Fire
Maryland Man Who Fired At Driver In I-95 Road Rage Case Learns His Fate Maryland Man Who Fired At Driver In I-95 Road Rage Case Learns His Fate
Maryland Man Who Fired At Driver In I-95 Road Rage Case Learns His Fate A Maryland man who opened fire on a driver during a midday road rage dispute on I-95 in Howard County will spend decades in prison. Owings Mills resident Quwan Gordon, 48, was arrested in connection to a midday shooting last summer after firing at another driver during a bout of road rage, and he was later convicted. This week, the Howard County State's Attorney's Office announced that Gordon was sentenced to 50 years in prison in connection to the shooting along the interstate. In January, Gordon was convicted of attempted murder, first-degree assault, and related weapons offenses fo…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
WATCH: Drunk Driver Slams Into Deputy's Cruiser During Maryland Traffic Stop WATCH: Drunk Driver Slams Into Deputy's Cruiser During Maryland Traffic Stop
Watch: Drunk Driver Slams Into Deputy's Cruiser During Maryland Traffic Stop A Maryland deputy narrowly escaped serious injury when an allegedly drunk and speeding driver slammed into his cruiser during a routine traffic stop — and it was all caught on camera, police said. The crash happened just before 11:20 p.m. on Saturday, April 26, on eastbound Route 50 near Romancoke Road in Queen Anne’s County, according to the sheriff's office. Deputy First Class Schulz had pulled over a driver and was still in his patrol car when a separate vehicle — reportedly traveling at a high rate of speed — crashed into the back of his cruiser, authorities said. Video of the crash ca…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
Child Jumps Out Of Moving Lyft Fearing Danger, What Cops Uncovered Shocked Everyone Child Jumps Out Of Moving Lyft Fearing Danger, What Cops Uncovered Shocked Everyone
Child Jumps Out Of Moving Lyft Fearing Danger, What Cops Uncovered Shocked Everyone A juvenile who feared for their safety jumped from a moving Lyft in New Jersey after a missed turn. But police say it was all a misunderstanding. The incident happened on Tuesday, April 22, around 3:32 p.m., after the juvenile requested a ride home from school, Police Capt. Michael deMoncada said.  The juvenile became alarmed when the driver took a different route and missed a turn onto their street, police said. “The juvenile attempted to alert the driver to the missed turn, but indicated that the driver did not respond,” deMoncada said. In fear, the teen exited the moving vehicle, f…

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by Cecilia Levine
News
15 Hurt In Falls, Prompting Large Recall Of Popular Winter Boots 15 Hurt In Falls, Prompting Large Recall Of Popular Winter Boots
15 Hurt In Falls, Prompting Large Recall Of Popular Winter Boots A top-selling winter boot from The North Face is being recalled after a design flaw caused dozens of people to trip and fall, including 15 who were hurt. The North Face is recalling about 15,200 pairs of Shellista V Mid Waterproof Boots, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, April 17. Around 5,900 pairs were also sold in Canada. The issue stems from a faulty design where the top hook on one boot can catch the lace of the other, potentially making those wearing the boots fall. There have been 28 reported incidents involving the boots, including 15 minor injuries,…

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by Chris Spiker