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Knight's Final Call: Virginia Honors Fallen K9 Killed In Shootout That Wounded Officers Knight's Final Call: Virginia Honors Fallen K9 Killed In Shootout That Wounded Officers
Knight's Final Call: Virginia Honors Fallen K9 Killed In Shootout That Wounded Officers Days after a domestic disturbance turned into a gun battle that left two officers critically wounded, Virginians are mourning the member of the department who never made it home. His name was Knight. The 5-year-old German Shepherd/Malinois mix was killed in the line of duty during the May 31 shooting on Gumfork Place, where two officers were also wounded while responding to a call for help. Now, flowers are being left outside police headquarters, tributes are pouring in from across Virginia, and residents are learning the story of the K9 officer who spent four years serving alongside Cpl. …
'She Lost Her Father, Best Friend': Community Mourns Ricky Hickman After Fatal Maryland Crash 'She Lost Her Father, Best Friend': Community Mourns Ricky Hickman After Fatal Maryland Crash
'She Lost Her Father, Best Friend': Community Mourns Ricky Hickman After Fatal Maryland Crash The photos tell the story before the words ever do. At the beach. At school events. Dressed up for special occasions. Nearly every image shared since Richard "Ricky" Hickman III's death shows him alongside his daughter, Kimber. Now, after the 38-year-old Port Deposit father was killed in a motorcycle crash late Thursday night, family and friends are mourning a man they describe as a doting dad, loyal friend, and larger-than-life presence whose world revolved around his little girl. The crash was reported around 11 p.m. on May 29 on Camp Meeting Ground Road near Port Deposit, according to a…
McDaniel’s Winningest Coach Kevin Curley Dies At 54 After Cancer Battle That United Community McDaniel’s Winningest Coach Kevin Curley Dies At 54 After Cancer Battle That United Community
McDaniel’s Winningest Coach Kevin Curley Dies At 54 After Cancer Battle That United Community For months, Coach Kevin Curley’s community followed every update. The Johns Hopkins stays. The feeding tube. The chemotherapy. The hopeful return home. The prayers, donations, letters, and messages from the people he spent more than 30 years coaching, mentoring, and shaping. On Wednesday, May 27, that fight came to an end. Curley, the winningest men’s basketball coach in McDaniel College history, died at 54 after a battle with metastatic esophageal cancer, according to his obituary and a GoFundMe campaign created for his family. He was surrounded in his final hours by his wife, Alliso…
Salvadoran Soccer Player Faces Long Recovery After Crash Leaves Him Without Arm In Maryland Salvadoran Soccer Player Faces Long Recovery After Crash Leaves Him Without Arm In Maryland
Salvadoran Soccer Player Faces Long Recovery After Crash Leaves Him Without Arm In Maryland What should have been another normal spring weekend turned into a nightmare for a Maryland family after a devastating crash left a 23-year-old soccer-loving son with catastrophic injuries and an uncertain future. Now, Hector Zamora's family is asking the community for help. Zamora, who turns 24 later this month, suffered life-altering injuries in a crash in May, according to a GoFundMe launched by organizer Griselda Benitez in Seabrook. His 14-year-old sister was also inside the vehicle, though relatives said she escaped with only minor injuries. Hector wasn’t as lucky. The El Salvador n…
Georgetown Cupcake Keg-Tossing Fool Arrested After Viral Window-Smashing Rampage: Owners Georgetown Cupcake Keg-Tossing Fool Arrested After Viral Window-Smashing Rampage: Owners
Georgetown Cupcake Keg-Tossing Fool Arrested After Viral Window-Smashing Rampage: Owners The keg-tossing fool who shattered Georgetown Cupcake’s front window and terrified employees inside the iconic DC bakery has officially been caught. Sister-owners Katherine Berman and Sophie LaMontagne confirmed on Thursday that an arrest has been made following the now-viral beer keg attack that left glass scattered across the Georgetown storefront and stunned customers across the region. “This week, our community showed up for us in the most extraordinary way,” the sisters wrote in a public update posted days after the incident. “Thank you to Detective Leiva and the DC Metropolitan Po…
'She Always Put Others First': Maryland Mom Allegedly Stabbed By Son Remembered By Loved Ones 'She Always Put Others First': Maryland Mom Allegedly Stabbed By Son Remembered By Loved Ones
'She Always Put Others First': Maryland Mom Allegedly Stabbed By Son Remembered By Loved Ones Support is swelling for a Maryland mother and grandmother who was allegedly stabbed to death by her 28-year-old son, who fled the state. Glenda Reyes, 50, is being remembered as a doting family member "whose kindness touched so many people" after she was found dead in her Burtonsville home over the weekend. Officers from the Montgomery County Department of Police were called shortly before 6 p.m. on Saturday, May 16, to a home in the 3900 block of Blackburn Lane in Burtonsville to investigate a reported stabbing. Investigators say Ricardo Adelso Colato Salamanca assaulted his mother, then …
‘His Final Act Of Kindness’: Maryland Teen Killed In Crash Saves Lives Through Organ Donation ‘His Final Act Of Kindness’: Maryland Teen Killed In Crash Saves Lives Through Organ Donation
‘His Final Act Of Kindness’: Maryland Teen Killed In Crash Saves Lives Through Organ Donation A Maryland community already shattered by a devastating crash is now mourning the loss of 16-year-old Andrew Sober — a Dulaney High School sophomore remembered as the kind of kid who showed up for everyone around him, even in death. Sober died Thursday, May 7, nearly a week after suffering critical injuries in a violent crash in Cockeysville that also claimed the life of 18-year-old Ryan Duvall and left two other teens seriously hurt. But as classmates, teammates, coworkers, friends, and family continue trying to process the unimaginable loss, one detail about Sober has continued to echo th…
Student-Athlete Loses Arm In Maryland Crash, Will Have To Learn To Walk Again, Loved Ones Say Student-Athlete Loses Arm In Maryland Crash, Will Have To Learn To Walk Again, Loved Ones Say
Student-Athlete Loses Arm In Maryland Crash, Will Have To Learn To Walk Again, Loved Ones Say It was supposed to be a normal Friday night for four Maryland teens. They went out to hit some golf balls, grabbed a bite to eat, and were heading home along a narrow, winding road on Friday, May 1, when the driver lost control. Minutes later, everything changed forever for those teens. The driver struck a tree, claiming the life of 18-year-old Ryan Duvall. Three others were critically injured and rushed to area hospitals. Now, Liam O'Donoghue, 16, a Calvert Hall student-athlete known for his skills on the rugby and football field, is facing the fight of his life. The crash left the teen…
Black Belt Ryan Duvall, 18, Mourned After Deadly Maryland Crash: 'A Light In All Of Our Lives' Black Belt Ryan Duvall, 18, Mourned After Deadly Maryland Crash: 'A Light In All Of Our Lives'
Black Belt Ryan Duvall, 18, Mourned After Deadly Maryland Crash: 'A Light In All Of Our Lives' Ryan Duvall was just 18, a first-year college student, a dedicated martial artist, and someone those closest to him say brought light into every room he entered. Now, his family and community are mourning his sudden loss after a crash in Maryland late Friday night. Shortly before 9:45 p.m. on May 1, officers were called to the intersection of Poplar Hill Road and Merrymans Mill Road in Cockeysville, where a single vehicle left the roadway and struck a tree. Duvall, who was a passenger, was pronounced dead at the scene. A teen driver and another passenger were taken to the hospital with lif…
‘No Parent Expects That Call’: Jared Brundage, 20, Killed In Virginia Motorcycle Crash ‘No Parent Expects That Call’: Jared Brundage, 20, Killed In Virginia Motorcycle Crash
‘No Parent Expects That Call’: Jared Brundage, 20, Killed In Virginia Motorcycle Crash A family in Virginia received a phone call on Thursday that no parent wants or expects to hear. Their 20-year-old son was killed in a motorcycle accident. Jared Brundage was killed on April 23 after striking a curb, being thrown from his motorcycle, and slamming into a light pole. The crash was reported around 11 p.m. that night as he was heading westbound on Colonel Jameson Boulevard in Culpeper. He was rushed to UVA Culpeper Hospital, where he later died from his injuries. A 2023 Culpeper High School graduate, Brundage is now being remembered for being "a true daredevil in every se…
Maryland Dad, Business Owner Scott Chait Dies Suddenly, Leaves Wife, Four Kids Maryland Dad, Business Owner Scott Chait Dies Suddenly, Leaves Wife, Four Kids
Maryland Dad, Business Owner Scott Chait Dies Suddenly, Leaves Wife, Four Kids Scott Chait left behind more than just a business when he died unexpectedly — he left behind a wife, four kids, and a Maryland community helping to pick up the pieces. The owner of Sparks Electric, Chait was the breadwinner for his family before his death on Friday, April 17, according to organizers of a fundraiser set up for his wife and children in the days after his passing. “With the sudden passing of Scott Chait, we have created this GoFundMe page to help his family with expenses during this difficult time,” organizer Mary Beth Brubaker wrote. "Scott leaves behind a wife and four child…
Maryland Father Dies Suddenly From Ruptured Aorta, Leaves Two Kids Behind: ‘Immeasurable Void’ Maryland Father Dies Suddenly From Ruptured Aorta, Leaves Two Kids Behind: ‘Immeasurable Void’
Maryland Father Dies Suddenly From Ruptured Aorta, Leaves Two Kids Behind: ‘Immeasurable Void’ Fernando Martinez wasn’t sick. He wasn’t in the hospital. And then, suddenly, he was gone. The Maryland father died unexpectedly on Friday, April 17, after suffering a ruptured aorta, a catastrophic medical emergency that left his family with no time to prepare for life without him. He leaves behind two young children, Alejandro and Sophia, who were at the center of everything he did. Fernando Martinez GoFundMe “Fernando was more than a neighbor - he was a kind, hardworking, and caring presence whose warmth touched so many,” family friend Kyra Vocci wrote. In Greenbrier, where…
AmandaStrong: Community Steps Up For Family Of Beloved Maryland Lax Coach, Mom Killed In Crash AmandaStrong: Community Steps Up For Family Of Beloved Maryland Lax Coach, Mom Killed In Crash
AmandaStrong: Community Steps Up For Family Of Beloved Maryland Lax Coach, Mom Killed In Crash A Maryland community is wrapping its arms around the family of Amanda Rae Regan, the beloved coach, mom, and former national champion who was killed in a crash last week. Regan, 37, died on Tuesday, April 14, after a single-vehicle crash on East Mount Harmony Road in Owings, leaving behind her husband, Brandon, and their two children, Griffin and Jillian. In Calvert County, Maryland State Police said Regan lost control of her vehicle for unknown reasons and crashed into a tree. She was pronounced dead at the scene. But in the days since her death, the story has become about much more than …
Father Of Two, Longtime EMT In Virginia Recovering After Suffering Stroke On The Job Father Of Two, Longtime EMT In Virginia Recovering After Suffering Stroke On The Job
Father Of Two, Longtime EMT In Virginia Recovering After Suffering Stroke On The Job A Virginia EMT has returned to work but is still fighting to recover after suffering a sudden stroke while on the job, leaving the single father of two facing mounting challenges. Adam Gregory, a longtime first responder in Fairfax County, experienced the medical emergency while working a shift in March, according to loved ones rallying support from the community. Gregory has served the community for more than 15 years and was initially admitted to the ICU before being transferred to Fairfax Hospital for continued care. Doctors later determined he needed a pacemaker as part of his treatmen…
Virginia Teen Whose Family Fled Violence In Guatemala Killed At Spring Break Gathering Virginia Teen Whose Family Fled Violence In Guatemala Killed At Spring Break Gathering
Virginia Teen Whose Family Fled Violence In Guatemala Killed At Spring Break Gathering A teen whose family fled from Guatemala to Virginia to escape violence has been identified as the person killed during a Spring Break gathering. Friends and family are mourning the loss of 17-year-old Keny Martinez-Rodriguez, a student at Deep Creek High School, "with his whole life ahead of him," who was shot and killed late on Wednesday night. Shortly after 11 p.m. on April 8, officers from the Chesapeake Police Department were called to a home in the 900 block of Landing Creek Drive, where they found Martinez-Rodriguez suffering from a gunshot wound to the head. He was rushed …
Maryland Father Killed In Work Accident As Family Works To Bring Him Home To Guatemala Maryland Father Killed In Work Accident As Family Works To Bring Him Home To Guatemala
Maryland Father Killed In Work Accident As Family Works To Bring Him Home To Guatemala A Maryland father killed in a workplace accident is being remembered by his family as a devoted provider and proud member of his hometown, as loved ones now work to bring his body home to Guatemala. Leonicio Velasquez-Morales died on the morning of Monday, April 6, after a job-related accident, according to a fundraiser organized by his son, Jerry Velasquez. He had spent the past decade in the United States supporting his family while staying closely tied to his village of Boxoncan, a place relatives say he never stopped representing. “Leonicio Velasquez-Morales was a father, grandfather, …
Maryland Dad Alex Nazimok Dies Unexpectedly After Routine Appointment For Pickleball Injury Maryland Dad Alex Nazimok Dies Unexpectedly After Routine Appointment For Pickleball Injury
Maryland Dad Alex Nazimok Dies Unexpectedly After Routine Appointment For Pickleball Injury A Maryland father is dead after what was supposed to be a routine follow-up appointment for an ankle injury he suffered playing pickleball. Now his Reisterstown family has more questions than answers. Alex Nazimok died unexpectedly on Tuesday, April 7, following a post-surgery doctor's visit to change his cast to a walking boot, according to his family. What was expected to be a simple appointment turned into an unimaginable loss. "Our family is currently waiting on results from the autopsy to determine the exact cause of death," his daughter explained. "Alex was an active and lively man …
‘I Love You MORE’: Maryland Wife Shares Details Of Final Call Before Husband’s Sudden Death ‘I Love You MORE’: Maryland Wife Shares Details Of Final Call Before Husband’s Sudden Death
‘I Love You More’: Maryland Wife Shares Details Of Final Call Before Husband’s Sudden Death A Maryland woman says her real-life fairytale came to a sudden and heartbreaking end after losing her husband of 30 years, minutes after their final conversation. “Fairytales are supposed to be ‘happily ever after’ and always have happy endings, but sadly two weeks ago mine came to a very unexpected and shocking end,” Sue Anders wrote in a touching tribute. Her husband, Kerry Anders, of Eldersburg, died unexpectedly on Sunday, March 22, after a medical emergency at Carroll Hospital.  He was two months shy of his 76th birthday. In the moments before his death, the couple shared what w…
Three HS Seniors ID'd After VA Crash: Dad Says They Were ‘Ready To Start Their Lives’ Three HS Seniors ID'd After VA Crash: Dad Says They Were ‘Ready To Start Their Lives’
Three HS Seniors ID'd After VA Crash: Dad Says They Were ‘Ready To Start Their Lives’ A Virginia community is rallying around a single father who lost his youngest son in a crash that killed three high school seniors just weeks before graduation. Kyle Derby was just 17 and gearing up for his future. He was supposed to graduate in June with his friends. Instead, his name is now being shared in tributes, fundraisers, and messages from people trying to make sense of what happened shortly before midnight on Friday, March 27, in Spotsylvania. According to the sheriff's office, Derby, Antonio Rubsam, and Dylan Stanley, seniors at Spotsylvania High School, were involved in the sin…
‘He Meant A Lot To Me’: Best Friend Honors Maryland Football Player Matt Kellam ‘He Meant A Lot To Me’: Best Friend Honors Maryland Football Player Matt Kellam
‘He Meant A Lot To Me’: Best Friend Honors Maryland Football Player Matt Kellam Matt Kellam was known for his toughness on the football field and kindness off it. Now, friends and family across Maryland are left grappling with the hole his death has left behind. "Matt Kellam was one of the most caring, funny, and genuine people I have ever known," best friend Jacob Scheps wrote. "No matter what he was going through, he always found a way to bring light to the people around him and make others smile." "The loss of Matt has left an immeasurable impact on everyone who knew him, especially his family, who are now facing an incredibly difficult time." Matt Kellam …
Virginia Family Says Goodbye To Teen As Sister Battles For Life After Crash Virginia Family Says Goodbye To Teen As Sister Battles For Life After Crash
Virginia Family Says Goodbye To Teen As Sister Battles For Life After Crash A Fairfax County family is now dealing with both loss and a medical crisis after a crash in Reston killed Ashley Romero and left her sister, Stephanie Romero, fighting for her life. Ashley, 16, died in the crash. Stephanie survived, but with severe burn injuries that cover a large portion of her body. Family members say she is expected to undergo at least six surgeries as part of her recovery. She remains hospitalized. Stephanie is also the mother of a 1-year-old girl, adding another layer of urgency for the family as they navigate what comes next. “My sister Stephanie is fighting for he…
‘The Mayor’ Helped Everyone On The Block — Now Neighbors Work To Help Elderly Couple After Fire ‘The Mayor’ Helped Everyone On The Block — Now Neighbors Work To Help Elderly Couple After Fire
‘The Mayor’ Helped Everyone On The Block — Now Neighbors Work To Help Elderly Couple After Fire For nearly four decades, Naina and Arthur have called Kentucky Avenue their home. The couple, both in their 80s, have lived on the block long enough to know nearly everyone who walks down it — and according to neighbors, Arthur once jokingly introduced himself as the “Mayor of Kentucky Avenue.” It wasn’t much of a joke. Arthur spent years working around the neighborhood, fixing up properties and helping neighbors whenever something needed attention. “He really was,” neighbor Sara Schaumburg said. Now the couple who helped take care of the block suddenly need help themselves. Earlier thi…
Maryland Special Education Teacher Critically Injured After Stopping To Help Crash Victims Maryland Special Education Teacher Critically Injured After Stopping To Help Crash Victims
Maryland Special Education Teacher Critically Injured After Stopping To Help Crash Victims A special education teacher who suffered critical injuries after being struck by a car attempting to assist drivers at an accident scene in Maryland is back home recovering, though he faces an uphill battle. Nicholas Brown, a father of four who works with students in Prince George's County who have special needs, is facing a lengthy recovery after being involved in a crash in Olney last week that left him hospitalized. Shortly before 9 p.m. on Thursday, March 12, Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service crews were called to the 16100 block of Georgia Avenue to investigate a reported crash …
VCU Mourns ‘Miss Peaches,’ Remembered As The 'Warm Light At The Top Of The Shafer Stairs' VCU Mourns ‘Miss Peaches,’ Remembered As The 'Warm Light At The Top Of The Shafer Stairs'
VCU Mourns ‘Miss Peaches,’ Remembered As The 'Warm Light At The Top Of The Shafer Stairs' The loss of a familiar face is hitting hard across the Virginia Commonwealth University community as students and staff mourn the loss of someone they interacted with nearly every day. Jackie “Miss Peaches” Cherry — the beloved Shafer Court Dining Center employee whose warm greetings became a daily ritual for countless students — died at the age of 61 on Sunday, March 8. On campus, she was never just another employee. For years, Miss Peaches stood at the top of the stairs inside Shafer Court, greeting students as they arrived to eat, study, or simply take a break from the grind of college …
Missing 9-Year-Old Found Safe In Maryland After Months-Long Search, Officials Say Missing 9-Year-Old Found Safe In Maryland After Months-Long Search, Officials Say
Missing 9-Year-Old Found Safe In Maryland After Months-Long Search, Officials Say Relief swept across Maryland on Friday after a missing 9-year-old child whose disappearance haunted Baltimore for months was finally found safe. Tristan King was located Friday morning, March 13, ending a search that began when the Baltimore boy vanished on Sept. 24, 2025, according to city officials. Baltimore Police located Tristan at a residence in the Curtis Bay area after investigators received a tip that led members of the department’s Missing Persons Unit to the home, officials said. Officers transported the child to a nearby hospital after he was found, where he received medical an…
MD Drops In Rankings For Immigrant Support, New Study Shows: Here's Why MD Drops In Rankings For Immigrant Support, New Study Shows: Here's Why
MD Drops In Rankings For Immigrant Support, New Study Shows: Here's Why One Mid-Atlantic state offers the best conditions for immigrants, while others across the Northeast lag behind, according to a new study. SmileHub released its 2026 list of Best States for Immigrants on Tuesday, March 4. The report evaluated all 50 states using 16 measures tied to social support, economic opportunity, and legal stability for immigrants. The study was released as outrage grows toward President Donald Trump's mass deportation efforts, along with Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids that have stoked fears among immigrants of all legal statuses. "Over 53 mi…
Retired Social Worker Killed In Maryland Crash 'Made Lasting Impact,' Neighbors Say Retired Social Worker Killed In Maryland Crash 'Made Lasting Impact,' Neighbors Say
Retired Social Worker Killed In Maryland Crash 'Made Lasting Impact,' Neighbors Say Support is swelling for the family of a 79-year-old retired social worker who died at the hospital after being struck by a car in Maryland. Greenbelt native Becky Lynn Steele is being remembered as a "lovely person who cared deeply about others," days after her death was confirmed by the Prince George's County Police Department. Shortly before 7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 3, officers were called to investigate a reported crash on Annapolis Road near Ellerbie Street, where they found Steele suffering from critical injuries. She was rushed to an area hospital and pronounced dead on Saturday, Mar…
Birthday Weekend Turns Tragic For DC Woman Who Lost Home In Apartment Fire As Friends Step Up Birthday Weekend Turns Tragic For DC Woman Who Lost Home In Apartment Fire As Friends Step Up
Birthday Weekend Turns Tragic For DC Woman Who Lost Home In Apartment Fire As Friends Step Up Instead of celebrating her birthday this weekend, Erena “Ginger” Sasso is beginning the painful process of rebuilding her life after a fire destroyed her Southwest DC home. The blaze broke out in the 1400 block of 3rd Street SW on Friday, March 6, according to DC Fire and EMS officials. Firefighters responded to a working fire in a three-story middle-row apartment building. The fire in DC left one displaced. DC Fire and Rescue Sasso was able to escape the apartment safely, and no injuries were reported. The fire in DC left one displaced. DC Fire and Rescue She was th…
Beloved Southern Maryland Teacher Fighting For Life After Routine Procedure Sparks Crisis Beloved Southern Maryland Teacher Fighting For Life After Routine Procedure Sparks Crisis
Beloved Southern Maryland Teacher Fighting For Life After Routine Procedure Sparks Crisis A beloved Southern Maryland teacher has been fighting for her life for months after what was supposed to be a routine medical procedure. Amanda Cain, a longtime teacher at Northern Middle School, has remained hospitalized since November 2025 after developing severe pancreatitis following a minor procedure, according to friends and family. Cain has taught at the school for 12 years, touching the lives of countless students and families in the community. Her condition quickly worsened after the procedure just before Thanksgiving, according to organizers of a fundraiser set up for Cain and he…
Justice High Student-Athlete ‘Pinto’ Fighting For Life On Ventilator After Devastating Crash Justice High Student-Athlete ‘Pinto’ Fighting For Life On Ventilator After Devastating Crash
Justice High Student-Athlete ‘Pinto’ Fighting For Life On Ventilator After Devastating Crash A beloved Justice High School student-athlete is fighting for his life after a devastating crash left him critically injured, prompting friends and classmates across Northern Virginia to rally behind him. Steven Perez Pinto — known to friends simply as “Pinto” — remains in critical condition following a serious crash, according to a GoFundMe campaign created to support his family. The fundraiser was launched by friends Ariana Damas and Gissel Romero in Bailey’s Crossroads as classmates and community members organize support for the injured teen and his family. According to the organizers, …
Have A Heart: Maryland First Responder Gets Lifesaving Transplant, Remains In ICU Have A Heart: Maryland First Responder Gets Lifesaving Transplant, Remains In ICU
Have A Heart: Maryland First Responder Gets Lifesaving Transplant, Remains In ICU A Maryland first responder who has spent his career helping others is now the one fighting for his life — and his community is stepping up. Stephon Jones, a Prince George’s County Emergency Dispatcher III, volunteer firefighter, and EMT in Bowie, underwent an emergency heart transplant on Monday, Feb. 16, after a sudden medical crisis. Two years ago, Jones was diagnosed with congestive heart failure and was told he might need a transplant in 10 years.  "Ten years" came very quickly. Jones was admitted to the hospital on Feb. 3 for what was supposed to be a three-day IV treatment — an…