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These Party City Stores To Shut Down In Maryland, Virginia Amid Massive Closure These Party City Stores To Shut Down In Maryland, Virginia Amid Massive Closure
These Party City Stores To Shut Down In Maryland, Virginia Amid Massive Closure Dozens of Party City locations in the DMV region are among the hundreds set to be closed as the company announced it is going out of business. Both Maryland and Virginia were hit hard by the reported closure, which will impact approximately 800 stores across the country. Party City was founded in 1986 and is the largest retailer of party goods in North America. In Maryland, there are 19 stores among those set to be shut down in these locations, according to the company's website:  Annapolis; Baltimore; Bel Air; Catonsville; Cockeysville; Columbia; Forestville; Frederick; Gaithersb…
Human Remains Found At Maryland Recycling Center May Be Discarded Medical Waste (UPDATED) Human Remains Found At Maryland Recycling Center May Be Discarded Medical Waste (UPDATED)
Human Remains Found At Maryland Recycling Center May Be Discarded Medical Waste (Updated) The Human remains were discovered in Baltimore County earlier this week may have been improperly discarded medical waste, officials say. At approximately 9 a.m. on Monday, May 20, homicide detectives from the Baltimore County Police Department responded to the Refuse/Recycling Center on Beaver Dam Road to investigate reports of human remains that were found at the facility. On Friday, May 24, the department said it is still awaiting results of an autopsy, but investigators believe that this is an incident of improperly discarded medical waste. According to the agency, the center recei…
Decomposing Body Found Off Oregon Ridge Trail In Maryland, Police Say Decomposing Body Found Off Oregon Ridge Trail In Maryland, Police Say
Decomposing Body Found Off Oregon Ridge Trail In Maryland, Police Say Police have launched an investigation after a decomposing body was found in a wooded area in Baltimore County. On Sunday, March 17, officers were called to the Oregon Ridge Trail in Cockeysville when a passerby found a decomposing male body in the woods around 4 p.m., the Baltimore County Police Department said. The body was taken to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner where an autopsy will be performed to determine the cause of death. Police have not identified the body and believe the incident to be isolated. The Baltimore County Crisis Response System (BCCRS) can be reached at&nb…
Targeted Shooting Of Woman In Maryland Led To Rollover Crash, Charges For Man, Police Say Targeted Shooting Of Woman In Maryland Led To Rollover Crash, Charges For Man, Police Say
Targeted Shooting Of Woman In Maryland Led To Rollover Crash, Charges For Man, Police Say The 27-year-old man who shot a woman in Baltimore during a targeted attack that caused a rollover crash was quickly apprehended with an assist from tipsters, police say. Cockeysville resident Michael Armstrong was taken into custody by investigators hours after a 42-year-old woman was shot and involved in a crash that caused her vehicle to overturn on Monday morning.  Officers were called shortly after 7:45 a.m. on Feb. 19 to the 4500 block of Parkmont Avenue, where there was a reported shooting that led to a crash in the area.  Upon arrival, they found the woman suffering from a…
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…
Five Maryland Billionaires Make Forbes 400 List Of 'Richest In America' Five Maryland Billionaires Make Forbes 400 List Of 'Richest In America'
Five Maryland Billionaires Make Forbes 400 List Of 'Richest In America' Maryland is home to five of the richest people in America, according to Forbes. In the last year, two have made money, two have lost money, and one is brand-new to the list. The residents on the Forbes 400, the definitive list of the richest people in the nation, are worth $4.5 trillion in total, tying the 2021 record, according to the business outlet. The Maryland billionaires on the list are: 161. Annette Lerner & family, of Chevy Chase, are new to the list, and are worth $6.5 billion. According to Forbes, in 1952, Lerner, now 93 years old, lent $250 to her 26-year-old husband, Ted…
Police ID Woman Killed After Being Struck By Pick-Up Truck Crossing Baltimore County Road Police ID Woman Killed After Being Struck By Pick-Up Truck Crossing Baltimore County Road
Police ID Woman Killed After Being Struck By Pick-Up Truck Crossing Baltimore County Road Two people were struck - one fatally - by a pick-up truck in Baltimore County on Sunday morning, authorities announced. Mary Beth Green, 57, has been identified as the woman who died at an area hospital after being struck at the intersection of East Seminary Road and Dulaney Valley Road in Cockeysville. Police say that Green and a second pedestrian were hit by a Dodge Ram 2500 that was traveling east through the intersection when it struck the two. Green was rushed to the hospital, where she died less than an hour after the crash. The second pedestrian suffered non-life-threatening injurie…
Suspicious Suspect Arrested After Several Incidents With Women In Maryland: Police Suspicious Suspect Arrested After Several Incidents With Women In Maryland: Police
Suspicious Suspect Arrested After Several Incidents With Women In Maryland: Police Police in Baltimore County have apprehended a suspicious suspect who has been targeting women over the past week, according to authorities. Charles Wattles, 39, is being held without bond at the Baltimore County Detention Center after a series of incidents that were reported in Cockeysville and Towson. On Tuesday, Aug. 1, detectives said that a suspicious person approached a woman on the track at Towson High School. Then, on Saturday, Aug. 5, a second resident reported that a man attempted to enter her Towson home but was unsuccessful. Hours later, in Cockeysville, officers responded to a…
'Carey Boyz' Face 887 Years In Prison For Roles In Drug Trafficking Organization In MD 'Carey Boyz' Face 887 Years In Prison For Roles In Drug Trafficking Organization In MD
'Carey Boyz' Face 887 Years In Prison For Roles In Drug Trafficking Organization In MD Eight members of the “Carey Boyz” drug trafficking organization in Maryland are facing hundreds of years in prison following a massive drug bust, the Baltimore City State’s Attorney announced. Prosecutors say that the members of the organization have been arrested and indicted for their roles in selling cocaine and fentanyl in the Sandtown-Winchester neighborhood, specifically around the 1700 block of North Carey Street. Those arrested following a five-month investigation: Raheem Gaither (supplier); Jonathan Chambers (mid-level leadership); Gregory Carmichael (mid-level leadership); Tysh…
Police Investigating Anti-Semitic Propaganda Reported In Baltimore County Police Investigating Anti-Semitic Propaganda Reported In Baltimore County
Police Investigating Anti-Semitic Propaganda Reported In Baltimore County Some residents in Baltimore County have been met by some unwanted propaganda in recent weeks, according to police. The Baltimore County Police Department is investigating reports of literature that has been left in at least two neighborhoods, some of which had an anti-Semitic tone behind it, officials say. Specifically, reports have been filed in Cockeysville and Parkville, though it is unclear if other areas have also been targeted. Details about the problematic literature has not been released by police investigators. "As detectives investigate this national trend, they ask anyone …
Shooter In Custody After Gunning Down Man Near MD Shopping Plaza Shooter In Custody After Gunning Down Man Near MD Shopping Plaza
Shooter In Custody After Gunning Down Man Near MD Shopping Plaza One month later, a suspect has been apprehended in connection to the fatal shooting of a 28-year-old Cockeysville man. On Thursday, June 1, the Baltimore County Police Department announced that Larry Edwards, 42, has been arrested for his alleged role in shooting Earl Bodkin, Jr. last month  Bodkin, a Baltimore native, was identified by police as the victim who was found shot to death shortly before 5 a.m. on Sunday, April 30 at the intersection of Cranbrook Road and Halesworth Road in Cockeysville, according to police. The body was found near the intersection of Cranbrook and Haleswor…
Police ID Man Gunned Down Near MD Shopping Plaza Police ID Man Gunned Down Near MD Shopping Plaza
Police ID Man Gunned Down Near MD Shopping Plaza New information has been released after a 28-year-old man was gunned down and killed early on Sunday morning. Baltimore native Earl Bodkin, Jr. has been identified by police as the victim who was found shot to death shortly before 5 a.m. on Sunday, April 30 at the intersection of Cranbrook Road and Halesworth Road in Cockeysville, according to police. The body was found near the intersection of Cranbrook and Halesworth roads.Google Maps street view Officers say that upon arrival they found Bodkin with a gunshot wound to his upper body. He was pronounced dead at the scene by paramedics. …
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…
Here's What We Know About Massive Water Main Break In Northern Baltimore Here's What We Know About Massive Water Main Break In Northern Baltimore
Here's What We Know About Massive Water Main Break In Northern Baltimore Residents and businesses in Northern Baltimore County have been asked to reduce their water consumption over the next several hours following a water main break, authorities announce. The 20-inch water main break impacts residents and businesses north of Shawan Road and York Road in the Cokceysville, Hunt Valley, and Sparks communities, according to a Baltimore Department of Public Works spokesperson. Following a 20-inch water main break, residents and businesses in the Cockeysville, Hunt Valley and Sparks area in Northern Baltimore County are encouraged to reduce their water consumptio…
Search Launched For Suspect In Hours-Long Baltimore County Barricade Situation Search Launched For Suspect In Hours-Long Baltimore County Barricade Situation
Search Launched For Suspect In Hours-Long Baltimore County Barricade Situation The search is on for a 24-year-old man in Baltimore County who is considered armed and dangerous after an officer suffered non-life-threatening injuries amid a lengthy standoff in Cockeysville. An alert was issued by the Baltimore County Police Department on Wednesday, Feb. 8, which released a photo of David Emory Linthicum, who is considered armed and dangerous. Original story - Baltimore County Police Ask Some Cockeysville Residents To Shelter In Place (DEVELOPING) According to police, Linthicum has long, auburn-colored hair, brown eyes, and a beard. He was last seen wearing a black ho…
Baltimore County Police Ask Some Cockeysville Residents To Shelter In Place (DEVELOPING) Baltimore County Police Ask Some Cockeysville Residents To Shelter In Place (DEVELOPING)
Baltimore County Police Ask Some Cockeysville Residents To Shelter In Place (Developing) Some Baltimore County residents are being advised to shelter in place by police as they conduct an investigation on Wednesday afternoon. At approximately 3:25 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 8, an alert was issued by the Baltimore County Police Department warning residents in the area of Powers Avenue in Cockeysville to temporarily shelter in place. Police said shortly before 3:40 p.m. on Wednesday that the police presence in the area was due to a reported barricade situation.  A media briefing was scheduled for later on Wednesday afternoon. (3:34 p.m.) #BCoPD Media Staging Site - Parking lot…
Aldi To Replace Baltimore County JOANN Store: Report Aldi To Replace Baltimore County JOANN Store: Report
Aldi To Replace Baltimore County Joann Store: Report Cockeysville residents will soon be getting a new grocery store and saying goodbye to a fabric favorite later this month, reports WMAR 2 News.  Aldi supermarket will replace the JOANN fabric store located at the Church Lane Center near Cranbrook Road after the fabric store closes its doors Jan. 15. Aldi previously went before the county last summer to propose a Cockeysville location. No official opening date for the new supermarket has been revealed, the outlet continues.  After word of the JOANN closure got out, customers began to worry about a rumored "list" of stores set for cl…
Four Baltimore MS-13 Gang Members Indicted For Violent Racketeering Conspiracy: DOJ Four Baltimore MS-13 Gang Members Indicted For Violent Racketeering Conspiracy: DOJ
Four Baltimore MS-13 Gang Members Indicted For Violent Racketeering Conspiracy: DOJ Four more members of the MS-13 street gang in Baltimore have been indicted by a federal grand jury in Maryland for their roles in a violent racketeering conspiracy that included multiple murders and attempted murders, according to the Department of Juste. Federal prosecutors announced that four members of MS-13 from Baltimore with curious nicknames are facing life in prison for the racketeering conspiracy that involved murders and drug trafficking to further their enterprise in Maryland. Those indicted: Wilson Arturo Constanza-Galdomez, also known as “Humilde,” and “Marco Saravia,” 23; E…
Swift Arrest Made After Body Found In Maryland Apartment Swift Arrest Made After Body Found In Maryland Apartment
Swift Arrest Made After Body Found In Maryland Apartment A suspect was arrested in connection to a fatal shooting in Cockeysville, authorities say. Officers initially responded to the unit block of Queensbridge Court around 6 a.m., Wednesday, Dec. 7 after reports of a shooting, according to Baltimore County Police. When officers arrived to the scene, they located Azayn Antrobus, 23, dead at the scene from apparent gunshot wounds. A suspect was arrested about an hour after Antrobus was found dead in the apartment on Queensbridge Court. 
Possible I-83 Road-Rage Shooting In Maryland Under Investigation, State Police Say Possible I-83 Road-Rage Shooting In Maryland Under Investigation, State Police Say
Possible I-83 Road-Rage Shooting In Maryland Under Investigation, State Police Say State Police in Maryland are investigating a potential road-rage shooting on I-83 in Baltimore County, authorities announced. Troopers from the Maryland State Police Golden Ring Barrack responded to a report of a shooting that occurred on northbound Interstate 83 between Shawan Road and Belfast Road in Cockeysville at approximately 10:40 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 23, according to investigators. The preliminary investigation determined someone driving an SUV allegedly shot the victim’s vehicle multiple times on its passenger side, police said. The suspect vehicle then continued northbound on I-8…
Dream Big: Sister Prophecizes Winning $25,000 Maryland Lottery Numbers Dream Big: Sister Prophecizes Winning $25,000 Maryland Lottery Numbers
Dream Big: Sister Prophecizes Winning $25,000 Maryland Lottery Numbers A 50-cent bet based on a dream paid off big for one lucky Maryland lady. The 68-year-old Cockeysville resident used numbers from a dream her sister had to win the $25,000 Pick 5 prize that she purchased on Tuesday, Aug. 2, according to Maryland Lottery officials. The lucky lotto player's sister reportedly told her she had a dream that she was on a bus that had the number "23815" on it. She went on to play those numbers on a 50-cent straight bet in the July 29 midday drawing, scanning her ticket to reveal her five-figure winnings. Choosing not to disclose a name to Lottery officials, the wo…
Four Face Federal Indictment In Maryland For $3M COVID-19 Fraud Scheme Four Face Federal Indictment In Maryland For $3M COVID-19 Fraud Scheme
Four Face Federal Indictment In Maryland For $3M Covid-19 Fraud Scheme Four Maryland residents are facing federal indictment for a CARES Act COVID-19 unemployment fraud scheme that saw over $3 million in losses, officials say. Three of the suspects had an initial court appearance in Baltimore on Thursday, July 21, while the fourth was scheduled to appear on Friday, July 22 in Florida. Those facing charges:  Tyshawna Davis, 38, of Gwynn Oak; Donna Jones, 55, of Cockeysville; Devante Smith, 27, of Hanover; Tila Woods, 44, of Baltimore. From June 2020 through May 2021, the four used the identification information of their victims to fraudulently obtain une…
Family Of Slain UVA Lacrosse Player Yeardley Love To Get $15M From Her Killer: Report Family Of Slain UVA Lacrosse Player Yeardley Love To Get $15M From Her Killer: Report
Family Of Slain UVA Lacrosse Player Yeardley Love To Get $15M From Her Killer: Report A former University of Virginia lacrosse player was ordered to pay his ex-girlfriend's family $15 million in damages in a wrongful death lawsuit after he beat her to death, WBFF reports.  George Huguely V is serving a 23-year prison sentence after being convicted of murder for the death of Yeardley Love, of Cockeysville, in 2012. Matthew Green, Huguely's attorney, said during the trial in Charlottesville Circuit Court that Love's family was entitled to compensatory damages as his actions caused her death, WBFF reports. Love and Huguely had an on-again, off-again relationship…
Missing & Armed Baltimore County Man Found: Police Missing & Armed Baltimore County Man Found: Police
Missing & Armed Baltimore County Man Found: Police UPDATE: Baltimore County Police said they found Jingyi Deng around 5:12 p.m. on Monday, May 2.  Baltimore County Police are seeking the public's assistance in locating a missing man who they say could be carrying a gun. Jingyi Deng was last seen in the Cockeysville area around 12 p.m. on Sunday, May 1, police said on Twitter.   Please share #HelpLocate: Jingyi Deng (31) 5’10, 185lbs. Ls today at 12:00pm may be in the Cockeysville area. BCoPD is concerned for his well being. Mr. Deng may be armed with a handgun. If seen DO NOT APPROACH, please call 911 or 410-887-1820.^ Gb pic.twitter.c…
Teen Killed By Tractor Trailer On I-83 Was 'Gentle Soul' (TRIBUTE) Teen Killed By Tractor Trailer On I-83 Was 'Gentle Soul' (TRIBUTE)
Teen Killed By Tractor Trailer On I-83 Was 'Gentle Soul' (Tribute) Support is surging for the family of a 17-year-old boy struck and killed by a tractor trailer last week in Baltimore County. KingDavid Okolo, of Cockeysville, ran into the roadway on the southbound side of I-83 when he was struck by the vehicle just south of Shawan Road in Cockeysville around 4:50 a.m. on Wednesday, April 20, Maryland State Police said.  Okolo was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the tractor-trailer stayed at the scene, police said.  More than $32,000 had been raised on a GoFundMe for his family as of Sunday, April 24. A Dulaney High School …