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Murder Suspect Who Left Victim For Dead In Maryland Roadway Captured: Police Murder Suspect Who Left Victim For Dead In Maryland Roadway Captured: Police
Murder Suspect Who Left Victim For Dead In Maryland Roadway Captured: Police A suspect has been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of 37-year-old Travis Davis, whose body was found lying in a Harford County roadway last month, authorities announced. Trevor Taylor, 34, was taken into custody following an investigation into the Jan. 23 homicide on Washington Street, according to the Aberdeen Police Department. Shortly after 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 23, officers were called to the corner of Washington and Dorsey streets for a welfare check after a report of a person lying in the road.  When they arrived, they found Davis suffering from gunshot woun…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
$2 Million Fire Destroys Maryland Farm Buildings, Equipment $2 Million Fire Destroys Maryland Farm Buildings, Equipment
$2 Million Fire Destroys Maryland Farm Buildings, Equipment A devastating fire tore through a Maryland farm Wednesday afternoon, reducing buildings, equipment, and vehicles to rubble in a blaze that caused an estimated $2 million in damages, officials said. The two-alarm fire broke out shortly after 12:25 p.m. on Jan. 29 at Calloway Family Farm, located on the 8300 block of Athol Road in Mardela Springs, according to the Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office. The farm owner discovered the fire and alerted authorities, and by the time firefighters arrived, flames had already consumed much of the property.  More than 50 firefighters from the Mard…

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by Zak Failla
News
'Mob Wives' Star Natalie DiDonato Found Safe In Nevada After Reported Missing 'Mob Wives' Star Natalie DiDonato Found Safe In Nevada After Reported Missing
'Mob Wives' Star Natalie DiDonato Found Safe In Nevada After Reported Missing Natalie DiDonato, a cast member from Season 5 of "Mob Wives", has been found safe in Nevada, ending a brief missing-persons search, NBC News reported. DiDonato, 44, contacted her mother, Denise Fuoco, on Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2025, and assured her she was safe and not being held against her will. "My daughter's been found," Fuoco told NBC News. "She's fine right now. We're trying to get her home." The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department confirmed that its search for DiDonato was officially over. In a statement released on Thursday, Jan. 23, the LVMPD said, "This case has been closed. We …

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by Jillian Pikora
Police & Fire
Home Invader Tries Sexually Assaulting Resident At Maryland Apartment, Police Say Home Invader Tries Sexually Assaulting Resident At Maryland Apartment, Police Say
Home Invader Tries Sexually Assaulting Resident At Maryland Apartment, Police Say A scary early morning home invasion in Anne Arundel County has sparked an intense investigation as police search for a suspect accused of assaulting a woman and attempting to commit a sex offense. On Thursday, Jan. 23, at approximately 1:30 a.m., Western District officers responded to a reported home invasion at an apartment complex in the 1600 block of Park Ridge Circle. 1600 block of Park Ridge Circle in Crofton. Google Maps street view Officers spoke with the victim, an adult woman, who stated that an unknown man entered her residence and assaulted her.  Authorities believe…

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by Zak Failla
Lifestyle
Here Are World’s Most Relaxing Places For 2025, New Rankings Say Here Are World’s Most Relaxing Places For 2025, New Rankings Say
Here Are World’s Most Relaxing Places For 2025, New Rankings Say Looking for a peaceful escape in 2025?  New rankings reveal the top 25 most relaxing destinations on the planet. These serene spots are perfect for those hoping to avoid overcrowded tourist traps. BookRetreats.com's Global Relaxation Index analyzed 76 destinations based on crowd density, safety, noise levels, and access to nature and wellness experiences. The results highlight a shift away from traditional hotspots toward quieter, more spacious locales. Key Highlights: Australia ranks first, boasting just 8.8 people per square mile and nearly 30 percent of its land protected as natu…

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by Joe Lombardi
Police & Fire
Maryland Investigators Release Report On Deadly Virginia Home Explosion That Killed Firefighter Maryland Investigators Release Report On Deadly Virginia Home Explosion That Killed Firefighter
Maryland Investigators Release Report On Deadly Virginia Home Explosion That Killed Firefighter The Loudoun County Combined Fire and Rescue System (LC-CFRS) has released its comprehensive report on the February 2024 house explosion in Sterling that tragically claimed the life of Firefighter Trevor Brown and injured 13 others. The blast occurred on Feb. 16, 2024, after first responders were called to a gas leak at 347 Silver Ridge Drive.  Investigators discovered a leaking underground propane tank behind the home and quickly evacuated the residents, but before the Hazardous Materials Team could secure the scene, the home exploded, trapping firefighters in the fiery wreckage. …

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by Zak Failla
Business
No Coffee, No Bathroom: Starbucks Ends Open-Door Policy For Non-Customers No Coffee, No Bathroom: Starbucks Ends Open-Door Policy For Non-Customers
No Coffee, No Bathroom: Starbucks Ends Open-Door Policy For Non-Customers Starbucks is ending its open-door policy, prioritizing access for paying customers and employees. The coffeehouse chain will no longer allow just anyone to hang out in its cafes or use its bathrooms. Starbucks has created a new Coffeehouse Code of Conduct, requiring people to buy something to use the cafe, patio, or restrooms. Starbucks said it hopes the change will improve the overall coffeehouse experience. "We want everyone to feel welcome and comfortable in our stores," company spokesperson Sam Jefferies said in a statement to Daily Voice. "Implementing a Coffeehouse Code of Conduct i…

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by Chris Spiker
Police & Fire
Child Critically Injured, Woman Hurt In Laurel Townhouse Blaze Sparked By Fire Pit Child Critically Injured, Woman Hurt In Laurel Townhouse Blaze Sparked By Fire Pit
Child Critically Injured, Woman Hurt In Laurel Townhouse Blaze Sparked By Fire Pit A 9-year-old child and a woman were injured in a fire caused by an indoor ignitable liquid flame kit designed for making S'mores, Anne Arundel County officials said. Shortly before 4 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 30, firefighters from Anne Arundel County, Fort Meade, and Howard County responded to a townhouse in the 8500 block of Crooked Tree Lane in Laurel for reports of a fire in the living room. Crews quickly contained and extinguished the flames, preventing the fire from spreading beyond the living room, authorities said. Paramedics treated the child and an adult woman at the scene. The 9-year…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
Shots Fired Near Maryland School Bus Spark Urgent Investigation: Sheriff (DEVELOPING) Shots Fired Near Maryland School Bus Spark Urgent Investigation: Sheriff (DEVELOPING)
Shots Fired Near Maryland School Bus Spark Urgent Investigation: Sheriff (Developing) A shooting near a Wicomico County school bus has sparked an intense investigation, with authorities working to piece together what unfolded on Rockawalkin Ridge Road on Tuesday afternoon. Deputies from the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office rushed to the 28000 block of Rockawalkin Ridge Road at around 3:15 p.m. on Dec. 3 after reports of individuals shooting at one another, officials said. The incident took place while a school bus was in the area, prompting concern among parents and residents.  Authorities emphasized that no students were involved in the shooting and there was no immed…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
One Dead After Early Morning House Fire In Prince George's County One Dead After Early Morning House Fire In Prince George's County
One Dead After Early Morning House Fire In Prince George's County An early morning fire claimed the life of a man on Sunday and left a duplex heavily damaged, Prince George’s County Fire/EMS officials said. Crews were called to the 3400 block of Webster St. at 12:39 a.m., where they found a two-story duplex with fire on the first floor.  Firefighters quickly extinguished the blaze but discovered one person dead inside the home, officials confirmed. RX @PGFDNews House Fire 12:39a, 3400 blk Webster St., Brentwood. PGFD units on scene of 2-story duplex w/fire on 1st floor. Fire is out. 1 adult male confirmed deceased. Excessive storage conditions through…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
Knife-Wielding Man Arrested After Disturbance At Sheriff’s Residence In Maryland: Authorities Knife-Wielding Man Arrested After Disturbance At Sheriff’s Residence In Maryland: Authorities
Knife-Wielding Man Arrested After Disturbance At Sheriff’s Residence In Maryland: Authorities A Chesapeake Beach man is facing multiple charges after allegedly trespassing and threatening Calvert County Sheriff Ricky Cox and his family at their home earlier this month, according to officials. On Nov. 7, 2024, at approximately 5:30 p.m., deputies responded to the Sheriff’s home following reports of a trespassing incident involving 42-year-old Calvin Wayne Blackwell, Jr. who is familiar to law enforcement, causing a disturbance. Deputies say Blackwell was banging on the front door, yelling, and alarming Cox and his family.  When officers arrived, Blackwell was seated in a vehicl…

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by Zak Failla
News
Man On Bicycle Detained After Early Morning Assaults In Southern Maryland: Sheriff (UPDATED) Man On Bicycle Detained After Early Morning Assaults In Southern Maryland: Sheriff (UPDATED)
Man On Bicycle Detained After Early Morning Assaults In Southern Maryland: Sheriff (Updated) There will be an increased police presence in Lexington Park following several reported unprovoked assaults, according to the St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office. Detectives are investigating three separate reports of assaults that were called in on Wednesday morning on Great Mills Road near St. Mary’s Square and the South Coral Drive areas. The attacks resulted in minor injuries, with one person being taken to an area hospital for further treatment and evaluation. Deputies were actively canvassing the area as of noon on Nov. 6 as they search for a suspect described as being a Black ma…

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by Zak Failla