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Arsonist Behind Fiery Explosions During Maryland Robberies Faces Life In Prison: Feds
A Maryland man has been convicted of using explosives to set fire to 7-Eleven stores in a scheme to rob cash registers and steal from ATMs, federal prosecutors announced.
After a five-day trial, a federal jury found Stephen Kennedy, 33, of Temple Hills, guilty of multiple charges, including conspiracy to commit arson, commercial robbery, and carrying an explosive device during a felony, authorities said.
Investigators say Kennedy and his co-conspirator, Donnell Kelly, carried out a dangerous plan between January 2021 and January 2022, targeting 7-Eleven locations in Maryland while they were…
Maryland Soccer Dad Killed In Plane Crash Remembered As Doting Father, Dedicated Husband
A Maryland father of two was among the victims of the tragic American Airlines crash on Jan. 29, leaving behind a devastated family and community mourning his loss.
Tommy Clagett was a devoted husband, loving father, and dedicated professional, who spent 16 years with Gaghan Mechanical, where he was considered a valued member of his "work family," his loved ones said.
Clagett, an East Carolina University graduate, found joy in hunting, spending time on the river, and cheering on his daughters, Zoey and Alania, from the sidelines of the soccer field.
"Our La Plata Youth Soccer Association a…
Virginia Fugitive In Stolen Car Arrested In Maryland, Sheriff Says
A Virginia fugitive wanted for burglary was tracked down in Maryland, where officers found him in possession of a stolen car, authorities said.
Michael Anthony Kirk, Jr., 28, of Waldorf, was arrested by Charles County Sheriff’s officers assigned to Judicial Services, with help from the Neighborhood Enforcement Team and K9 Unit.
Kirk was wanted in Virginia on burglary charges and also had an active felony warrant in Maryland for violating probation related to a theft over $25,000 case, investigators said.
Officers pursued leads and successfully located and arrested Kirk, and at the time of …
Gerber Recalls, Discontinues Teething Sticks Sold In MD After Child Sent To ER
Gerber is recalling and discontinuing all batches of its teething stick due to a potential choking hazard for babies and young children, authorities said.
Gerber and the Food and Drug Administration announced the recall for Soothe N Chew Teething Sticks in news releases on Friday, Jan. 31. The recall follows consumer complaints, including one involving a child brought to an emergency room.
The affected products were distributed nationwide and in stores across several states, including Connecticut, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. The …
MD Struggles In Retirement Rankings, New Study Says: Here's Why
Northeast and mid-Atlantic states had mixed results in a new study on the best states for retirement, balancing affordability challenges with strong quality-of-life and healthcare options.
WalletHub released its 2025 list of Best and Worst States to Retire on Monday, Jan. 27. Florida claimed the No. 1 spot, followed by Minnesota, Colorado, Wyoming, and South Dakota in the top five.
The study ranked every state based on 46 retirement-related factors including affordability, quality of life, and healthcare access.
"Retirement is supposed to be relaxing, but it can al…
DUI, Unlicensed Driver Kills Maryland Hockey Coach, Dad David Funk: 'Unimaginable'
Maryland hockey coach and father of five David Funk was killed by an uninsured, unlicensed, and intoxicated driver in Delaware on Tuesday, Jan 21, authorities confirmed.
State police say 28-year-old Fidel Villatoro-Martinez ran a red light and struck Funk, 51, around 10:40 p.m. Funk was hospitalized, as was his 16-year-old passenger, identified in a campaign for his family as his son, David Jr. Funk died the following day, police said.
Villatoro-Martinez has been charged with vehicular manslaughter, driving without a license, failure to stop, DUI, and more, police said.
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Witnesses Sought In Crash Killing MD Dancer, 20, As Suspect Flees Scene: PA State Police
Pennsylvania State Police have identified the driver of a white SUV who witnessed the crash that killed 20-year-old Maryland dancer Amelia McEvoy, troopers announced on Saturday, Jan. 25.
However, investigators are still looking to identify the vehicle that was being passed by the suspect vehicle at the time of the crash, PSP York announced on Tuesday, Jan. 24.
The crash happened on the Susquehanna Trail South in Springfield Township, York County on Friday, Jan. 17, at 9:12 p.m., as Daily Voice previously reported.
McEvoy was the front-seat passenger in a blue Chevrolet Tracker that swer…
Doctors Said MD's Alivia Tetlow Wouldn't Live Past 1 Year, She Triumphantly Made It To 25
Alivia Tetlow defied the odds every single day of her life.
Born with a rare condition called gastroschisis, the Maryland native's journey began with a battle most couldn’t imagine.
Doctors warned her family that she might not survive infancy, let alone celebrate her first birthday, but Alivia, as she proved time and time again, was no ordinary soul.
"She is a daughter, granddaughter, sister, aunt, fiancé, and the best and dear friend of so many," her sister posted on a GoFindMe page that picked up steam following Tetlow's death on Jan. 14.
"She is the most loving, strong, car…
MD Among Five Most-Expensive States For Smokers, New Study Says
Northeast and mid-Atlantic states are among the most expensive in the U.S. for smoking tobacco, according to a new study.
New York topped the 2025 list from WalletHub called "The Real Cost of Smoking by State", with residents losing an estimated $5.4 million over their lifetime. Washington, D.C., Maryland, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island were also ranked in the top five.
The study calculated smoking-related costs by combining out-of-pocket expenses, lost income, increased insurance premiums, and missed financial opportunities, such as investing in the stock market instead of …
