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Obituaries
'She Was A Special Light:' Longtime Howard County Resident LaToya Chalk Dies, 39
Tributes are pouring in for LaToya Melissa Chalk, who died at her home in Columbia on Friday, March 22 at the age of 39. Born in Hartford, Connecticut, LaToya went to school in Tolland before moving to Maryland with her mother in 1995, her obituary says. She later graduated from Wilde Lake High School in 2002 and had spent time studying business administration at Morgan State University, Howard Community College and the University of Phoenix. LaToya worked at Sears as a Sales Associate and later at Hecht’s. She also interned at Sojourner Douglas College, eventually landing a position with …
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Top Prosecutor 'Baffled' By Sentence For Man Convicted Of Killing Morgan State University Guard
The Maryland man convicted of killing a security guard working around off-campus Morgan State University apartments has been sentenced to decades in prison, the Baltimore City State's Attorney announced on Thursday. Chase Wilson, 22, was sentenced to 40 years in prison with all but 25 years suspended in connection to the the fatal shooting of Julian Fruh in the 4400 block of Marble Hall Road in August 2022 On Aug. 31, 2022, campus police alerted Baltimore City officers about a shooting near campus involving a man - later identified as Fruh - who was shot in the head after reportedly getting…
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Second Morgan State Shooter Also Wanted By Feds For Gang Activity In DC: US Marshals
The US Marshals Service is seeking the public's assistance as they attempt to track down a second shooter from DC who opened fire at Morgan State University in Maryland. During Homecoming events at the school earlier this month, Jovon Williams, 18, a member of the violent DC street gang, "Kennedy Street Crew," or "KDY," was among those who shot and injured four men and a woman - four of whom were students - on Tuesday, Oct. 3. A second juvenile suspect has already been arrested and charged with multiple counts of attempted murder and other offenses. Williams - who also goes by the name "…
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Morgan State Shooter Apprehended In DC, Second 'Armed And Dangerous' Suspect At Large (
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One teen has been apprehended and a second is wanted for their roles in the mass Morgan State University shooting in Maryland during Homecoming Week. Morgan State President David Wilson announced on Friday, Oct. 13 that a 17-year-old has been arrested by members of the Baltimore Police Department in Washington, DC, and a warrant for attempted murder has been issued for 18-year-old Jovan Williams in connection to the shooting nearly two weeks ago. "While we take comfort in knowing that a suspect has been captured, we must understand that this investigation is still ongoing and won’t be conc…
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Morgan State University Wants To Build Wall Around Campus After Homecoming Shooting In Maryland
It didn't work out well for former President Donald Trump, but Morgan State University officials announced plans to build a wall around campus after a recent shooting. Four men and a woman were shot during Homecoming Week celebrations near campus at around 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 3 in the 1700 block of Argonne Drive, leaving the school community shell-shocked. Northeast Shooting Investigation Update In reference to the shooting that occurred on October 3, 2023, on the campus... Posted by Baltimore Police Department on Tuesday, October 10, 2023 "What happened on our campus was such…
Police & Fire
New Photos Clearly Show Morgan State University Mass Shooting Suspects (
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Look familiar? Fresh photos have been released by the Baltimore Police Department as they continue to attempt to track down suspects implicated in a mass shooting at Morgan State University last weekend. A reward approaching $10,000 has been offered by Metro Crime Stoppers after four men and a woman were shot shortly before 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 3 in the 1700 block of Argonne Drive, not far from campus, according to a Baltimore Police Department spokesperson. Northeast Shooting Investigation Update In reference to the shooting that occurred on October 3, 2023, on the campus..…
Schools
Classes Canceled At Bowie State To Address 'Mental Well-Being' Of Students Following Shooting
Classes have been canceled for the rest of the week at Bowie State University as the community continues to reel from a Homecoming Weekend shooting. As of noon on Tuesday, Oct. 10, school officials say that all classes have been canceled for the remainder of the week "to allow additional time for our students, faculty, and staff to address mental distress." Officials said that on Tuesday afternoon, they were to meet with student leaders to discuss what steps should be taken next following the shooting that left at least two people with gunshot wounds during a busy event. Starting at 1…
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Two Hurt In Homecoming Weekend Shooting At Bowie State University: Police
Local and state police are investigating a shooting at Bowie State University that left two people with gunshot wounds on Homecoming Weekend, authorities announced. At around 11:30 p.m. on Saturday night, troopers from the Maryland State Police College Park Barrack were called to assist Bowie State University with security during celebratory events, when gunshots rang out near the school's Center for Business and Graduate Studies building. MCPD is investigating a domestic-related homicide in the 4500 block of Mount Olney Lane. The suspect is in custody. #MCPD #MCPNews pic.twitter.com/nH…
Police & Fire
New Video Shows Morgan State University Mass Shooting Suspects
New video was released of the suspects wanted for the mass shooting at Morgan State University that left five with injuries. Four men and a woman were shot shortly before 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 3 in the 1700 block of Argonne Drive, not far from campus, according to a Baltimore Police Department spokesperson. Four of the victims were students at Morgan State. In the video released by the department overnight, the four suspects can be seen walking across an area lawn around the time of the shooting before it cuts to three from the group rushing back in the opposite direction. It is be…
Police & Fire
Morgan State University Active Shooter (
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At least four people were shot near or on the Morgan State University campus Tuesday evening, Oct. 3, police in Baltimore said. Baltimore police said only that multiple people suffered non-life-threatening injuries, and advised residents to shelter in place and avoid the area. Federal officials were assisting in the investigation. BPD is on scene of an active shooter situation in the 1700 block of Argonne Drive. We’re asking everyone to shelter in place and avoid the area. pic.twitter.com/LLhUyf3h8h — Baltimore Police (@BaltimorePolice) October 4, 2023 ATF Special Agents are respon…
Police & Fire
Morgan State Basketball Star Blake Bozeman ID'd As Victim Killed In DC Hookah Lounge Shooting
Hearts shattered as word got out that the victim killed in last weekend's hookah lounge shooting in Washington DC was a former Morgan State University basketball player. Blake Bozeman, 31, along with two other men and one woman were shot at the Cru Hookah Lounge in the 1300 block of H Street NE, just before midnight on Saturday, Sept. 23, police said. All were rushed to local hospitals, where Bozeman died. Bozeman, whose father is longtime Bears coach Todd Bozeman, made history while playing for MSU from 2011 to 2015. He scored 183 3-point shots, the third-most in school history, in the …
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Man Convicted For Fatal Shooting Of Morgan State University Security Guard
A Maryland man has been convicted of killing a security guard working around Morgan State University apartments last summer, the Baltimore City State’s Attorney announced on Thursday. Chase Wilson, 22, was found guilty of murder and other charges for the fatal shooting of Julian Fruh in the 4400 block of Marble Hall Road in August last year in Baltimore. On Aug. 31, 2022, campus police alerted Baltimore City officers about a shooting near campus involving a man - later identified as Fruh - who was shot in the head after reportedly getting into a dispute. At the time of the shooting, Fruh w…
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Morgan State Teacher, Annapolis Principal Arrested On Armed Robbery Charge
The principal of Annapolis's Phoenix Academy has been arrested on an armed robbery charge, police confirm. Mark Steward Brown, who also serves as a faculty member at Morgan State University, was taken into custody on Tuesday, April 12, according to Baltimore police. Baltimore police say that Brown was charged with Armed Robbery, but did not disclose additional information. Morgan State University released the following statement regarding the incident: "The University is aware of the reports surrounding Mark Steward Brown and can confirm that he joined the University in January of 2023, t…
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Shootings At Baltimore Gas Station Have Residents Pleading For Its Closure
Baltimore area residents are pleading for a gas station with a history of violence near Morgan State University to be shut down though the "Padlock Law" after a man was killed earlier this month, reports WJZ. Albert Stevenson, 56, was murdered at the BP gas station on Havenwood Road earlier this month, and his loved ones and community residents are asking Baltimore Police Department Commissioner Harrison to order the closing of the gas station. The "Padlock Law" can be enforced when a business has been considered a nuisance. Officers have responded to the BP station over 80 times in the last…
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Minor Responsible For Majority Of Bomb Threats Targeting HBCUs, FBI Says
The FBI announced that one minor is “believed to be responsible for the “majority of the threats" that have been targeting Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) across the country and throughout the region. According to a press release issued by the FBI, since January, more than 50 HBCUs, houses of worship, and other faith-based and academic institutions across the country have received racially motivated threats of violence. Of those threats, there have been some reported in the Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia region. The investigation into the threats led to the id…
Police & Fire
Shooting Reported At Unsanctioned After-Party At Morgan State University: Police
A 20-year-old man was shot at Morgan State University during an unsanctioned after-party following their homecoming events, police say. Shortly after 10 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 8, members of the Baltimore Police Department responded to the 4300 block of Hillen Road, where there were reports of shots fired. Upon arrival, officers located the 20-year-old man - whose name has not been released - suffering from a gunshot wound. He was transported to an area hospital by paramedics and is listed in stable condition on Sunday, Oct. 9. The initial investigation determined that the victim was shot …
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'Ghost Bike' Ceremony, Memorial Group Ride Scheduled For Oxon Hill Grad Killed While Bicycling
A 'Ghost Bike' ceremony has been announced to be held in memory of a devoted bicyclist who tragically lost his life while riding his bike on Indian Head Highway in September. Kaleab Yehenew was struck by a car on Thursday, Sept. 1, and fought for his life for several days before tragically succumbing to his injuries on Sunday, Sept. 4, as previously reported by Daily Voice. The devoted family man "dedicated his life to his family and friends", and "always spread the word of God at every opportunity he had", according to loved ones. A Ghost Bike Ceremony will be held in memory of Kaleab…
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These Maryland Colleges Ranked Among Best In America
Maryland is frequently called "America in Miniature" with city, mountain, and coastal living; the universities are just as diverse with its famed military academies and liberal arts schools—27 of which have ranked among the top 1,500 on the US News & World Report's 2022-2023 Best Colleges. John Hopkins University in Baltimore was the highest ranking overall, placing seventh, tieing with the University of Pennsylvania. Here are the top nine best colleges in Maryland among the top 250 in the country: Johns Hopkins University University of Maryland College Park Universit…
Obituaries
Young Baltimore Security Guard Gunned Down On Break: Report
More details have been released in the killing of a 19-year-old security guard earlier this week in Baltimore. Julian Fruh was on break at his new job for Allied Universal when he was shot near the Marble Hall Apartments on Marble Hall Road around 9 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 31, according to police and a source speaking to CBS Baltimore. Fruh was rushed to the hospital where he was pronounced dead. The gig was Fruh's first job, a relative told the news outlet, noting that he planned on enrolling in college. Allied Universal, which contracts with Morgan State University, issued a statement say…
Police & Fire
Police Release Name Of Teen Fatally Shot In Head Near Morgan State University
A teenager fatally shot in the head at Morgan State University has been identified, authorities say. Julian Fruh, 19, was shot shortly after 9 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 31 in the 4400 block of Marble Hall Road, according to Baltimore police. Fruh was taken to a hospital where he later died. The teen was reportedly a security guard contracted through the school, and it is not immediately clear whether or not he was on duty at the time of his murder, reports Fox 45. Fox45 News has learned 19yo man shot/killed last night at Marble Hall apt. complex near Morgan State University was a contrac…
Police & Fire
Teen Murdered At Morgan State University Reportedly Worked As Security Guard
A teenager shot in the head at Morgan State University has died, authorities say. The 19-year-old boy was shot shortly after 9 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 31 in the 4400 block of Marble Hall Road, according to Baltimore police. The victim was taken to a hospital where he later died. The teen was reportedly a security guard contracted through the school, and it is not immediately clear whether or not he was on duty at the time of his murder, reports Fox 45. Fox45 News has learned 19yo man shot/killed last night at Marble Hall apt. complex near Morgan State University was a contracted univer…
Sports
Ravens QB Lamar Jackson Surprises Morgan State Students
"Our QBs are not the same." That's the impact Baltimore Raven Lamar Jackson had on Morgan State University students, after unexpectedly showing up on campus this week. The quarterback zipped around on a motorized scooter and took pictures with students. He even jumped behind the on-campus Chick-fil-A counter and started serving food. This man Lamar Jackson is serving at a Chick-Fil-A our QBs are not the same 🙌 pic.twitter.com/HrZzlqpvsf — RAMEY (@HoodieRamey) April 2, 2022 View this post on Instagram A post shared by Morgan State Women’…
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Bomb Threats Reported At Multiple Universities Across Maryland, DC
At least three universities in Maryland and DC were on high alert Tuesday, Feb. 1 due to bomb threats, according to officials. Bomb threats have been reported at Morgan State University, Howard University and the University of the District of Columbia. Morgan State University in Maryland issued a shelter-in-place and said all classes would be virtual. CAMPUS ALERT: Due to a bomb threat, access to campus will be closed as the University works with emergency personnel to assess the situation. Everyone on campus should shelter in place until further notice. All instruction will be remote …
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