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Maryland May See 'Historic Number' Of Early Voters, Election Official Says Maryland May See 'Historic Number' Of Early Voters, Election Official Says
Maryland May See 'Historic Number' Of Early Voters, Election Official Says Maryland's 97 polling stations have been busy in the opening days of early voting as the election rapidly approaches.  A record number of voters have come out in the opening days of early voting, easily outpacing the numbers from previous years, according to officials. On the first day, there were a total of more than 154,000 voters, with approximately another 140,000 casting their vote on day two,  Jared DeMarinis, the State Administrator of Elections said that on the first day alone, there were more voters than the entire early voting period for the 2024 primary. The day one n…
Early Voting Begins Across Maryland Before Election Day: Here's What You Need To Know Early Voting Begins Across Maryland Before Election Day: Here's What You Need To Know
Early Voting Begins Across Maryland Before Election Day: Here's What You Need To Know Voters flocked to the ballot box on Thursday in Maryland as early voting began in advance of one of the more politically polarizing presidential elections in recent memory. With Election Day (Tuesday, Nov. 5) fast approaching, polling stations opened up statewide, with thousands setting out to cast their vote, joining states around the country. Maryland, in-person early voting starts TODAY and runs through October 31st.By voting, you have the power to make your voice heard and decide the future of our state and country. I hope you'll join me in voting for Kamala Harris for President, Ang…
Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued In Parts Of DMV Region Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued In Parts Of DMV Region
Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued In Parts Of DMV Region With temperatures approaching and topping 100 degrees in some parts of the DMV, forecasters are cautioning that excessive heat could be making way for severe storms. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued by the National Weather Service as storms bringing possible hail and 70 mph wind gusts could make their way through the region on Tuesday night. Another dangerously hot and humid day ahead. Additionally, scattered thunderstorms will be possible this afternoon through this evening. Some storms could be severe with damaging winds and large hail as the two main threats. pic.twitter.co…
Watch Issued For Possibly Severe Storms That Could Bring 70MPH Wind Gusts, Hail To DMV Region Watch Issued For Possibly Severe Storms That Could Bring 70MPH Wind Gusts, Hail To DMV Region
Watch Issued For Possibly Severe Storms That Could Bring 70MPH Wind Gusts, Hail To DMV Region Some severe storms could be heading toward the DMV region overnight, as the National Weather service issuing alerts or the area. Forecasters are cautioning that there "is a risk for strong to severe thunderstorms," that might bring large hail, and damaging winds with gusts approaching 70mph, officials say. ⚠️A slow moving cold front will drift southward through the area today. There is a risk for strong to severe thunderstorms, especially from I-66/U.S. 50 and points southward⛈️Large hail & damaging winds are possible in such storms. Today's highs will be in the upper 70s/low 80s. pi…
One Killed In Officer-Involved Shooting At Maryland Apartment Complex, Police Say One Killed In Officer-Involved Shooting At Maryland Apartment Complex, Police Say
One Killed In Officer-Involved Shooting At Maryland Apartment Complex, Police Say One person was killed in an officer-involved shooting at a Maryland apartment complex, police in Prince George's say. Officers on patrol were called at around 5:30 p.m. on Thursday to the 5100 block of Suitland Road for a reported breaking and entering incident, leading to the fatal incident in Suitland. When the officer arrived, they found a man inside the apartment, and during the encounter, one officer fired his weapon, striking him. First responders attempted life-saving efforts but he was pronounced dead at the scene. Police have not provided any details about the suspect, saying only…
Tens Of Thousands In DMV Without Power With New Round Of Rain Approaching Tens Of Thousands In DMV Without Power With New Round Of Rain Approaching
Tens Of Thousands In DMV Without Power With New Round Of Rain Approaching Tens of thousands of residents throughout the DMV region are in the dark as whipping winds and heavy rains have knocked out power to some neighborhoods and businesses. With the worst of the storm yet to come, as of 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 9 Baltimore Gas and Electric crews were still working to repair 720 active outages impacting 34,513 of the company's 1,348,380. A breakdown, by county, at 7:30 p.m.:  Baltimore: 12,513 customers affected; Anne Arundel: 7,390; Howard: 6,532; Prince George's: 2,762 Baltimore City: 2,537; Harford: 1,511; Carroll: 1,101; Calvert: 111; Montgomery: 27.…
Hundreds Without Power On Saturday Afternoon After Storms Rocked Maryland Hundreds Without Power On Saturday Afternoon After Storms Rocked Maryland
Hundreds Without Power On Saturday Afternoon After Storms Rocked Maryland More than 1,500 are still reporting outages in Maryland after storms swept through the region and wreaked havoc overnight. As of 3 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 23, Baltimore Gas and Electric were still working to repair 150 active outages that were impacting 1,561 of the company's 1,341,812 customers. The Baltimore Gas and Electric Outage Map on Saturday afternoon.Baltimore Gas and Electric Outages still being reported, by county, according to BGE:  Anne Arundel: 624 customers affected; Baltimore: 399; Harford: 372; Baltimore City: 98; Carroll: 31; Howard: 31; Prince George's: Fewer than f…
Girl Orphaned: MD Man Shot PA Mom Before Turning Gun On Himself Girl Orphaned: MD Man Shot PA Mom Before Turning Gun On Himself
Girl Orphaned: MD Man Shot PA Mom Before Turning Gun On Himself A police standoff in York County has ended with a murder-suicide, York County Coroner Pam Gay told Daily Voice.  A 31-year-old Prince George's, Maryland resident Devon Elias shot 29-year-old Megan Caitlyn Saunders in the chest before shooting himself in the head, around 2:40 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 13, according to the York County Coroner's office. Chief Deputy Coroner Tania Zech was called to the scene to investigate and certify the deaths at 2:47 p.m. This incident is from an "apparent domestic incident" and the time of death was recorded as 3:35 p.m., as stated in the coroner's release…
Thousands In Maryland Still Without Power Three Days After Storms Thousands In Maryland Still Without Power Three Days After Storms
Thousands In Maryland Still Without Power Three Days After Storms “Complex and intricate damage” that requires extensive repairs have left thousands without power three days after Monday’s severe thunderstorms. Baltimore Gas and Electric - along with assistance crews - have been working around the clock making repairs, though there are still 665 active outages impacting 6,467 customers as of 9:45 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 10. The BGE Outage Map at 9:45 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 10.BGE A breakdown of customers still without power, by county, according to BGE: Carroll: 2,805 Baltimore: 1,373 Baltimore City: 729 Harford: 701 Howard: 76 Anne Arundel: 70 Calve…
More Than 15,000 Still Without Power Following Damaging Storms In Maryland More Than 15,000 Still Without Power Following Damaging Storms In Maryland
More Than 15,000 Still Without Power Following Damaging Storms In Maryland Thousands in Maryland remain in the dark days after severe storms left extensive damage and flooding in parts of the state. As of 12:15 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug 9, Baltimore Gas and Electric was still working to repair 1,034 active outages that were impacting 15,067 of the company's 1,340,384 Maryland customers. The summer storm on August 7 left significant damage to our service area, with the largest damage occurring in Westminster, including downed poles, trees and heavily impacted infrastructure. pic.twitter.com/Gy19FZc99h — BGE (@MyBGE) August 9, 2023 Crews have worked around the clo…
Thousands Without Power After Thunderstorms Rolled Through DMV Region Thousands Without Power After Thunderstorms Rolled Through DMV Region
Thousands Without Power After Thunderstorms Rolled Through DMV Region Crews throughout the region have been working around the clock to make repairs after thunderstorms rocked the region overnight. Tree limbs were sent flying, and power lines felled in DC, Maryland, and Virginia on Saturday night, as storms brought wind gusts approaching 70 mph that left some local residents in the dark. As of 1:30 p.m. on Sunday afternoon, PEPCO was reporting 664 active outages that were impacting 16,284 of their 893,387 customers in the county. (1/2) Crews are continuing to assess the significant damage caused by this evening’s storms and are making repairs safely and …
Fiery Residential Shooting Under Investigation in Prince George's County, Police Say Fiery Residential Shooting Under Investigation in Prince George's County, Police Say
Fiery Residential Shooting Under Investigation in Prince George's County, Police Say Police in Prince George's have released explosive photos as they seek the public’s assistance in tracking down a suspect wanted for arson and for firing shots into a Greenbelt residence. An investigation was launched by the Greenbelt Police Department on Saturday, Feb. 4 following an incident that was caught on camera in the 6200 block of Breezewood Court, authorities announced. According to police, a suspect wearing an appropriate face covering set fire to the door of a residence before shots were reportedly fired into the apartment. The suspect was described as being a dark-skinned man …
21-Year-Old Construction Worker Builds Fortune With Winning Maryland Lottery From Liquor Store 21-Year-Old Construction Worker Builds Fortune With Winning Maryland Lottery From Liquor Store
21-Year-Old Construction Worker Builds Fortune With Winning Maryland Lottery From Liquor Store A 21-year-old construction worker had help building his fortune from the Maryland Lottery. The Prince George's resident doesn't buy instant ticket very often. He only buys $30 tickets. But early in October, the Beltsville man found himself at Tina’s Liquor & Deli in Bladensburg to pick up lunch. — and a $100,000 winning scratch-off, too. “I saw that they sold $100,000 Lucky there. That’s my favorite $30 game, and it had been a while since I had bought one,” he said. Scratching his instant ticket off in the car, he immediately saw a match that made him a winner. “When I looked at …
Baby, Woman From Maryland ID'd As Victims Of US Route 222 Crash: Report Baby, Woman From Maryland ID'd As Victims Of US Route 222 Crash: Report
Baby, Woman From Maryland ID'd As Victims Of US Route 222 Crash: Report An 8-month-old baby and 76-year-old woman from Maryland have been identified as the victims killed in the US Route 222 crash earlier this week, according to Lancaster Online. The cause of death for both baby Kimberly Babila and Bridgette Arrah, 76, of Prince George's, was accidental, the outlet said citing Lancaster County Coroner Stephen Diamantoni. Records show Arrah also has ties to Manassas, VA. The crash happened between Exit: I-76 turnpike/PA 272 – PA Turnpike/Denver and Exit: US 322 – Blue Ball, on Tuesday, Sept. 27, according to PennDOT. The East Cocalico Township police were call…
This Will Be Maryland's Newest Area Code When 240 And 301 Phone Numbers Run Out This Will Be Maryland's Newest Area Code When 240 And 301 Phone Numbers Run Out
This Will Be Maryland's Newest Area Code When 240 And 301 Phone Numbers Run Out Maryland residents may soon have a new area code to dial up if they want to make local calls. Officials in Maryland announced that the “227" area code could soon join the traditional “240” and “301" numbers, which are expected to run out sometime in the coming year. Once those numbers run out, all new businesses and residents will begin getting assigned the “227" area code. Anyone with a current "240" or “301” area code will not be impacted by the change. Counties impacted include: Allegany; Anne Arundel; Charles; Frederick; Garrett; Howard; Montgomery; Prince George’s; St. Mary’s; Was…
Shootout Suspect, Friend Apprehended After Crash, Shooting In Maryland, Sheriff Says Shootout Suspect, Friend Apprehended After Crash, Shooting In Maryland, Sheriff Says
Shootout Suspect, Friend Apprehended After Crash, Shooting In Maryland, Sheriff Says The investigation into a fight between two friends that rapidly escalated into violence led to charges for a pair of suspects - one of whom was caught in the wrong place at the wrong time, according to officials. Prince George’s resident Novio Vaughn Smallwood, 21, of Oxon Hill, was apprehended following the investigation into a midday shooting earlier this month at the intersection of St. Andrews Way and St. Charles Parkway in Waldorf, authorities announced. Shortly after 2:30 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 17, officers were dispatched to the intersection, where there was a report of a crash betwee…
Uber Driver Killed While Working In Prince George's County Remembered As 'Devoted Family Man' Uber Driver Killed While Working In Prince George's County Remembered As 'Devoted Family Man'
Uber Driver Killed While Working In Prince George's County Remembered As 'Devoted Family Man' A fundraiser has been set up for the family of an Uber driver who was killed in an attempted robbery in Prince George's, according to a GoFundMe. Nesredin Esleiman, 55, of Silver Spring was killed in the early morning hours of Wednesday, Aug. 10 in the 5400 block of Chesterfield Drive, as previously reported by Daily Voice. Kiayon Strowbridge, 21, was subsequently arrested for the horrific crime and charged with first-degree murder, second-degree murder, and related charges.  Esleiman was a "devoted family man" who was "loved by his community," according to friends and family. He…
Thousands In Maryland Without Power Days After Severe Storms Thousands In Maryland Without Power Days After Severe Storms
Thousands In Maryland Without Power Days After Severe Storms Nearly 7,000 Maryland customers are still in the dark days after storms rolled through the region, sending power lines flying and downing trees across the state. Baltimore Gas and Electric crews have been working for nearly two days to make repairs and restore power to more than 50,000 customers, though as of 12:15 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 6, the utility company was still reporting 700 outages that were impacting 6,922 of its 1,323,704 Maryland customers. This storm was another reminder of how smaller storms can turn into severe and damaging weather events. We continue to stand ready to a…
Woman Found Shot Dead In Prince George's Apartment Woman Found Shot Dead In Prince George's Apartment
Woman Found Shot Dead In Prince George's Apartment A woman was shot and killed inside of a Prince George's apartment Thursday, July 7, authorities said. Police performing a welfare check at the 2000 block of Oglethorpe Street in Chillum found the victim unresponsive around 4:50 p.m., the PGPD said. The woman was pronounced dead on scene. No further details were released.
Biggest Loser: Every Maryland County Reported Weight Gain In Past Decade: New Study Biggest Loser: Every Maryland County Reported Weight Gain In Past Decade: New Study
Biggest Loser: Every Maryland County Reported Weight Gain In Past Decade: New Study Maryland residents have been packing on the pounds in the past decade, but some counties have gained more weight than others, according to a newly released study. In the past 10 years, each of Maryland’s counties has seen levels of obesity rise, though the numbers vary, depending on the locations in the state. From Dorchester and Howard counties (1 percent more obese) to Charles County (11 percent more obese), here’s how Maryland has fared, according to a new study from Infographic, by county: Dorchester 2012 obesity level: 36 percent; 2022 obesity level: 37 percent; Change: 1 percen…
Former Maryland Police Officer Pleads Guilty To Swindling $367K Through Tax Evasion Former Maryland Police Officer Pleads Guilty To Swindling $367K Through Tax Evasion
Former Maryland Police Officer Pleads Guilty To Swindling $367K Through Tax Evasion A former lieutenant with the Prince George's Police Department pleaded guilty to a federal tax evasion charge after he failed to report over $1.3 million of income from his security business, authorities say. Edward Scott Finn, 48, was a member of the Prince George's Police Department from Dec. 1995 to April 2021. Finn also owned and operated a part time business that employed off-duty officers for security services, which he underreported income from 2014 to 2021, according to the District of Maryland's Department of Justice. Finn's business, Edward Finn Inc.(EFI), used the officers to pro…
Man Who Sparked Maryland Police Shootout After Killing Girlfriend Identified By Authorities Man Who Sparked Maryland Police Shootout After Killing Girlfriend Identified By Authorities
Man Who Sparked Maryland Police Shootout After Killing Girlfriend Identified By Authorities The man who was arrested after sparking an officer-involved shooting while hiding in his Capitol Hills basement has been identified, authorities say. Officers were attempting to execute a homicide arrest warrant for Reginald Hawkins, 47, when they were threatened with a shotgun by Hawkins in the basement of his home on the 1600 block of Eastern Avenue around 5 a.m., Monday June 13, Prince George's Police say. The officers discharged their duty weapons after the threat, but no injuries were reported. Hawkins allegedly caused multiple injuries to girlfriend, Nakisha McMillian, 45, resulting …
Trader Joe's To Open First Prince George's Location Trader Joe's To Open First Prince George's Location
Trader Joe's To Open First Prince George's Location Trader Joe's is coming to Prince George's. The neighborhood grocery chain announced earlier this month they have selected a ground-level location in College Park at 4429 Calvert Road. Trader Joe's is a national grocery store chain focused on bringing a diverse range of items at the best prices possible to neighborhood shoppers.  The College Park location will be the 10th location opened in Maryland.  An opening date has not yet been announced.
Student Arrested After Bringing Handgun To High School In Brandywine: Police Student Arrested After Bringing Handgun To High School In Brandywine: Police
Student Arrested After Bringing Handgun To High School In Brandywine: Police A teenager who was arrested after bringing a gun to a Brandywine high school is being charged as an adult, authorities say. The loaded gun was discovered after the 17-year-old boy left it in the nurse's office bathroom at Gywnn Park High School around 10 a.m., Monday, June 6, according to the Prince George's Police Department.  The student was also carrying marijuana in his bookbag at the time of the incident. He is charged with possession of a handgun on school property, possession of a handgun by a minor, handgun on person and a drug-related charge.
Pain At The Pump: Gas Prices Spike To New Record High In Maryland Pain At The Pump: Gas Prices Spike To New Record High In Maryland
Pain At The Pump: Gas Prices Spike To New Record High In Maryland Memorial Day travel and rising oil costs have caused the price of gas in Maryland to rise to record levels with no relief in sight for motorists. On Tuesday, June 7, the cost of gas per gallon rose to an average of $4.94 statewide, the highest recorded price since AAA began tracking such figures, according to the organization. The price is up nine cents overnight, 35 cents from a week ago, and 56 cents from a month ago as the demand for fuel has risen while tensions overseas have limited the available supply.  On June 7, 2021, motorists were paying an average of $3.02 per gallon. “People…
Assault Arrest Of Prince George's Man Leads To Ghost Gun Recovery: Sheriff's Office Assault Arrest Of Prince George's Man Leads To Ghost Gun Recovery: Sheriff's Office
Assault Arrest Of Prince George's Man Leads To Ghost Gun Recovery: Sheriff's Office The arrest of a Prince George's man for an assault led to him getting more charges for carrying illegal drugs and weapons, authorities said.  John William McManus Jr. was behind a domestic violence assault that happened in the 7200 block of Jaywick Avenue in Fort Washington on Jan. 23, the Prince George's County Sheriff's Office said.  Detectives learned McManus got physical with a female victim after arriving at her home unannounced to get his personal property. When he refused to leave, McManus physically assaulted and injured the victim before fleeing in her car, the offic…
DC Man Found Guilty Of Stabbing Man To Death Outside Maryland Popeyes DC Man Found Guilty Of Stabbing Man To Death Outside Maryland Popeyes
DC Man Found Guilty Of Stabbing Man To Death Outside Maryland Popeyes A man from Washington DC is awaiting his sentence after being convicted for murdering a Prince George's man outside of a fast food restaurant in 2019, authorities said. Ricoh McClain, 32, was found guilty of the second-degree murder of 27-year-old Kevin Davis outside the Oxon Hill Popeyes on Friday, April 15, the Prince George's State Attorney's Office said.  Today, 32-year-old Ricoh McClain was found guilty of 2nd degree murder for killing 27-year-old Kevin Davis. McClain... Posted by Prince Georges County State's Attorney's Office on Friday, April 15, 2022 McClain reportedly stabbed …
Victim ID'd In Prince George's Mall Shooting; Police Offering $25,000 Reward For Info Victim ID'd In Prince George's Mall Shooting; Police Offering $25,000 Reward For Info
Victim ID'd In Prince George's Mall Shooting; Police Offering $25,000 Reward For Info A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information regarding a recent homicide that happened at a mall, authorities said.  Daquan Dockery, 22, of Washington DC, has been identified as the victim of a fatal shooting that took place at the Prince George's Mall last week, Prince George's Police said.  Officers responded to the shooting inside the mall at about 6:30 p.m. on Friday, March 25, police said.  Dockery was found dead inside of a store suffering from a gunshot wound, police said. Authorities believe the shooting was intentional and no other injuries w…
Prince George's Police Looking For Missing Man In Hospital Gown Prince George's Police Looking For Missing Man In Hospital Gown
Prince George's Police Looking For Missing Man In Hospital Gown Prince George's Police are looking for help in finding a missing person, the department shared on Twitter on Thursday, March 3.  Victor Ruiz, 68, was last seen in the 900 block of Harry S. Truman Drive at 12:50 a.m. Thursday.  Police said Ruiz is 5'7, weighs 175 pounds and was last seen wearing a hospital gown.  If found, people can call police at 301-390-2160.
Man Airlifted After Being Struck By Vehicle In Prince George's Man Airlifted After Being Struck By Vehicle In Prince George's
Man Airlifted After Being Struck By Vehicle In Prince George's A man was airlifted to a nearby hospital after being struck by a vehicle in Prince George’s Wednesday morning, reports say. The man was talking with another driver after a separate crash when he was struck on Branch Avenue in Clinton around 5:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 9, WTOP reports citing Maryland State Police. The man was taken by medical helicopter to a local hospital with severe injuries, the report says.
Trio Nabbed In Deadly Drug-Related Robbery, Prince George's Police Say Trio Nabbed In Deadly Drug-Related Robbery, Prince George's Police Say
Trio Nabbed In Deadly Drug-Related Robbery, Prince George's Police Say Two men and one juvenile have been arrested in connection with a deadly 2021 shooting in Prince George's, county police announced Feb. 4, 2022. Kyle Moorehead of Oxon Hill, 19, and Zion Wormley of Capitol Heights, 20, along with a 17-year-old male — who is being charged as an adult — were in custody for the slaying of 29-year-old Jether Bonds of Fort Washington, authorities announced. Officers responded to the 6800 block of Cherryfield Road for a reported shooting on July 24, around 11:50 p.m., where they found Bonds outside suffering from gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead on…