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Cocaine Kingpin Busted With 75 Kilos At National Harbor Sting In Maryland Facing Life: DOJ Cocaine Kingpin Busted With 75 Kilos At National Harbor Sting In Maryland Facing Life: DOJ
Cocaine Kingpin Busted With 75 Kilos At National Harbor Sting In Maryland Facing Life: DOJ A Baltimore man could spend the rest of his life in prison after an episode of "The Wire" played out in real life and he was busted hauling 75 kilos of cocaine in duffel bags during a sting at National Harbor. Desmond Jones, 45, pleaded guilty this week to conspiracy to distribute and possession with intent to distribute controlled substances after a yearlong federal investigation into a Baltimore drug trafficking organization. According to court documents, Jones wasn’t just dabbling — he was tied directly to a California supplier who helped funnel bulk shipments of cocaine to the East…

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by Zak Failla
Business
NBA Star Al Harrington Expands Cannabis Empire With New Maryland Dispensary Ahead Of 4/20 NBA Star Al Harrington Expands Cannabis Empire With New Maryland Dispensary Ahead Of 4/20
NBA Star Al Harrington Expands Cannabis Empire With New Maryland Dispensary Ahead Of 4/20 He dominated on the court—and now NBA veteran Al Harrington is lighting up the cannabis industry with another major move. Harrington, the former first-round draft pick who spent 16 seasons in the NBA, is bringing his award-winning Viola cannabis brands to Maryland, teaming up with Curio Wellness to launch a new Far & Dotter dispensary—the latest in a growing list of sleek retail outposts popping up across the country under his watch. Since launching Viola in 2011—named after his grandmother, who turned to cannabis for relief from glaucoma—Harrington has built the company into one of the…

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by Zak Failla
Lifestyle
Heavenly Sign From Above Leads Maryland Woman To $50,000 Lottery Jackpot Heavenly Sign From Above Leads Maryland Woman To $50,000 Lottery Jackpot
Heavenly Sign From Above Leads Maryland Woman To $50,000 Lottery Jackpot A Maryland woman with a winning streak—and a little divine inspiration—says her late father may have been the secret to her recent $50,000 Lottery windfall. Known only as “Glo,” the Timonium-area resident, who has been a dedicated Lottery player for nearly 40 years, claimed her life-altering prize at Lottery headquarters after trusting her instincts on numbers tied to her late dad. “Glo” shared that the special moment came when she was stuck in traffic after leaving a family member’s home, when a license plate caught her eye, featuring her father’s birthday.  Taking it as a sign …

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by Zak Failla
Lifestyle
Unintended Powerball Ticket Lands Maryland Woman $1M Prize Unintended Powerball Ticket Lands Maryland Woman $1M Prize
Unintended Powerball Ticket Lands Maryland Woman $1M Prize It was a circuitous road, but a newly-minted Maryland millionaire isn't complaining after winning big on a golden Powerball ticket. A series of strange events led a Baltimore woman to a million dollar prize after picking up an unintended Powerball ticket while running errands in Timonium, Lottery officials say. The journey to a new tax bracket began early in March, when the big winner was heading to Timonium to do some shopping when a song on the radio reminded her of a friend's upcoming birthday, prompting her to stop at Royal Farms on York Road in Towson, where she spotted a Powerbal…

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by Zak Failla
Obituaries
Sudden Death Of Maryland Dad Trevor Jantzen, 27, Prompts Outpouring Of Support Sudden Death Of Maryland Dad Trevor Jantzen, 27, Prompts Outpouring Of Support
Sudden Death Of Maryland Dad Trevor Jantzen, 27, Prompts Outpouring Of Support The sudden death of 27-year-old Trevor Jantzen, of Cockeysville, has prompted an outpouring of support for his young daughter. Trevor died unexpectedly on Tuesday, Dec. 12, leaving behind his young daughter, Alessi, according to his obituary. More than $1,800 had been raised as of Thursday, Dec. 14 on a GoFundMe started for Baby Alessi, by Trevor's friend from middle school, Frank Wu. "The entire world obviously gravitated to his positivity and authenticity," Wu writes in detailing how he became close with Trevor, someone he considered a brother. "Unfortunately, we received the devas…

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by Cecilia Levine
Weather
Hail, Rain Threatening Parts Of Maryland As Storm Rolls Through Region Hail, Rain Threatening Parts Of Maryland As Storm Rolls Through Region
Hail, Rain Threatening Parts Of Maryland As Storm Rolls Through Region Intense weather could be heading to parts of Maryland late on Saturday afternoon as officials advise residents to be cautious. An alert was issued by the National Weather Service at approximately 2:45 p.m. on Saturday, April 15, warning that central and southern Maryland, as well as parts of northern Virginia could see hail, heavy rains, and whipping wind gusts. Hit or miss showers continue this morning with more widespread showers & perhaps a few thunderstorms this afternoon. Highs today range from the mid 60s over the mountains to upper 70s east toward the bay. Shower activity dim…

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by Zak Failla
Business
Raising Cane's Raises Expectations With Debut Maryland Restaurant Raising Cane's Raises Expectations With Debut Maryland Restaurant
Raising Cane's Raises Expectations With Debut Maryland Restaurant Raising Cane’s is ready for its closeup in Maryland. The popular chicken chain, which has locations across the country, opened its first Maryland restaurant on Thursday, Jan. 12 in Towson Row as the company continues expanding its foothold in the DMV region. Where are our Towson Caniacs at?! Our new Restaurant opens tomorrow on 4 W Towsontown Blvd. Ste 100! Can’t wait to see your ONE LOVE! pic.twitter.com/6M37JHCpW0 — Raising Cane's (@raisingcanes) January 11, 2023 Located on East Towsontown Boulevard in Towson, the 3,900-square-foot space will provide diners with both take-out and din…

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by Zak Failla
Obituaries
Veteran WBTV Helicopter Pilot From Maryland Remembered For 'Humility, Love Of Flying' Veteran WBTV Helicopter Pilot From Maryland Remembered For 'Humility, Love Of Flying'
Veteran Wbtv Helicopter Pilot From Maryland Remembered For 'Humility, Love Of Flying' Support has poured in for the family of ENG Pilot Chip Tayag, a Maryland native who was killed in a helicopter crash that could have cost even more lives if not for his heroics. Tayag, a Maryland resident living in Timonium, who worked for the Total Traffic & Weather Network, was killed along with WBTV meteorologist Jason Myers after crashing in the Charlotte area on Tuesday, Nov. 22 in North Carolina. According to officials, Tayag is being hailed as a hero after he “made diversionary moves away from (I-77, the site of the crash) to save lives. "Because of his heroic acts, there were n…

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by Zak Failla
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WBTV Helicopter Pilot From Baltimore Called 'Hero' Following Fatal Crash WBTV Helicopter Pilot From Baltimore Called 'Hero' Following Fatal Crash
Wbtv Helicopter Pilot From Baltimore Called 'Hero' Following Fatal Crash The helicopter pilot who was killed in a crash in North Carolina is being praised for his heroics in the last moments of his life. ENG Pilot Chip Tayag, of Timonium, Maryland, who worked for the Total Traffic & Weather Network, was killed along with meteorologist Jason Myers after crashing in the Charlotte area on Tuesday, Nov. 22, according to officials and his network. According to reports, witnesses said that Tayag went down a hero, helping to navigate the crash away from a busy I-77 that was loaded with motorists at around noon on Tuesday afternoon. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Ch…

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by Zak Failla