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School-Aged Children, College Students In Maryland Among Recipients Of Racist Text Messages: AG
Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown is imploring possible victims to come forward after the state was the latest to be targeted by a series of racist text messages that have been circulating. Brown issued an alert this week advising that his office has received multiple complaints about racist messages that were sent to Black residents, including some school-aged children and college-aged students, "causing significant distress." "Without knowing or making any assumptions about the senders’ true intent," Anne Arundel County Schools Superintendent Mark Bedell said in a statement. …
Police & Fire
Baltimore County Man Arrested In Connection To Car Rally In Philadelphia: State Police
A Baltimore County man was taken into custody on Thursday by the Maryland Car Rally Task Force and local law enforcement in connection with a September car rally in Philadelphia that escalated into violence. Juawarn Williams, 21, of Rosedale, faces charges including recklessly endangering others, disorderly conduct, and riot, according to Maryland State Police. "His arrest is part of a broader effort by Maryland authorities to tackle the surge in illegal car rallies and street takeovers," investigators said. The Sept. 24 rally, which drew a large number of vehicles, led to reck…
Business
Feds Recalling 512K Smart Space Heaters Sold Nationwide That Pose Burn, Overheating Risk
Hundreds of thousands of space heaters sold nationwide are being recalled due to fire and burn risks, the US Consumer Product Safety Commission announced this week. GoveeLife and Govee have issued a recall for approximately 512,500 smart electric space heaters in the US and 48,600 in Canada due to overheating, posing fire and burn hazards. The recall involves models: H7130 Recalled Model H7130 CPSC H7131 Recalled Model H7131 CPSC H7132 Recalled Model H7132 CPSC H7133 Recalled Model H7133 CPSC H7134 Recalled Model H7134 CPSC…
Business
Truck Driver Becomes Maryland’s Newest Mega Millions Millionaire
A truck driver from Anne Arundel County nearly threw away a winning $1 million Mega Millions ticket in an unusual twist of fate. The loyal player, who buys lottery tickets weekly, had set aside time to check his numbers but got briefly distracted, he said. While he thought he had reviewed all his tickets, he missed one. It was only thanks to a family member, who volunteered to scan the tickets on her Maryland Lottery app, that the winning ticket was discovered. As the car pulled away, she saw the ticket’s result and ran after him, signaling the life-changing news with a huge sm…
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FBI Thwarts Iran-Linked Plan To Assassinate Donald Trump, DOJ Says
An Iranian operative and two associates living in America have been charged in a murder-for-hire plot targeting United States citizens, including President-elect Donald Trump. Federal authorities have charged Farhad Shakeri, an alleged operative of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), along with two New York City associates in a plot to assassinate a US citizen critical of the Iranian government. The case highlights the continued threat posed by Iran’s attempts to silence dissidents and even target top US. officials. According to the Department of Justice criminal complai…
Police & Fire
Hammer-Wielding Man Shot By Motorcyclist During Maryland Road Rage Incident: Police
An erratic driver who targeted a 22-year-old motorcyclist is dead after being shot on the side of the road during a bout of road rage in Anne Arundel County, police say. Glen Burnie resident Scott David Guhse, 51, has been identified by investigators as the driver who was killed overnight after allegedly driving recklessly and nearly running the motorcyclist off the road. According to the Anne Arundel County Police Department, officers were called at around 8:20 p.m. on Nov. 7 to the area of East Furnace Branch Road and Margate Drive in Glen Burnie to investigate a reported shooting w…
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Innocent Teen Bystander Placed On Life Support Dies After Baltimore Double Shooting
The 19-year-old Pasadena teen who was caught in a crossfire of bullets after a night out with friends and family in Baltimore has died, according to a social media post made by her mother. Cameran Holt, who had been on life support in the ICU after being struck in the back by a bullet passed away on Thursday night following a courageous battle. At 7:54 tonight God gained another angel peacefully surrounded by her family. She's no longer suffering or in pain.... Posted by Roxanne Spath on Thursday, November 7, 2024 "At 7:54 tonight God gained another angel peacefully surrounded by h…
Police & Fire
State Police ID Driver Wanted After Two Killed In Early Morning Maryland Incident (
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Nearly a week after a fatal shooting that claimed the life of two and left two others with serious injuries in Cecil County, Maryland State Police have released new details as their search for a suspect continues. Delaware natives Tamir Rasheek Davis and Darius Anthony Blalock, both 26, have been identified by police as the two who were killed in a shooting over the weekend. Two others were hospitalized following the shooting shortly after 6 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2. On Thursday, Nov. 7, state police issued a new update as they attempt to locate the driver, 24-year-old Jose Luis…
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These Over-The-Counter Decongestants Don't Work, FDA Says
A common ingredient found in most oral over-the-counter cold medicines should be removed from the market because it doesn’t work, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says. This follows an extensive review that found the drug ineffective for treating nasal congestion. Oral phenylephrine, widely marketed in cold and allergy medications, has been in use for decades as a go-to nasal decongestant. However, an FDA review, backed by last year’s unanimous recommendation from the Nonprescription Drug Advisory Committee, found that phenylephrine in oral form does not deliver effective conge…
Politics
Trump Names UMD Grad, 'Ice Maiden' Susie Wiles Chief Of Staff
President-elect Donald J. Trump has appointed New Jersey native Susan "Susie" Summerall Wiles, the campaign manager of his successful 2024 presidential campaign, as his White House Chief of Staff, according to an announcement made Thursday, Nov. 7. It marks a historic milestone as she will become the first woman to hold the position in US history. “Susie Wiles just helped me achieve one of the greatest political victories in American history, and was an integral part of both my 2016 and 2020 successful campaigns,” Trump said in the press release. “Susie is tough, smart, innovative, an…
Police & Fire
Frat Boys In Maryland Targeting Man For Sexual Preferences Arrested For Hate Crime: Police
Several suspects linked to a frat in Maryland are facing charges for an off-campus assault and hate crime near Salisbury University, authorities announced. Some parents are less than proud after seven men were arrested and charged for an incident last month when they used a social media account to lure their victim to an area residence and targeted him "due to his sexual preference." According to the Salisbury Police Department, on Thursday, Oct. 31, the agency was contacted by University Police regarding an assault in an off-campus apartment complex in the 1400 block of University Te…
Business
Winning $50K 'Powerball' Ticket Sold At Maryland Liquor Store
No one took home the $76 million Powerball jackpot on Wednesday, but one lucky lotto player in Maryland also cashed in on a five-figure ticket sold at an area liquor store. Officials say that a third-tier winning ticket worth a $50,000 prize was sold at Kaywood Liquors on Varnum Street in Mt. Rainier, the largest win out of thousands statewide starting at $4. The winning numbers for the Powerball drawing on Wednesday, Nov. 6 were 12-17-37-58-62 with a Powerball of 04 and the Power Play multiplier was X2. It marks the 53rd third-tier Powerball winner sold in Maryland so far…
Police & Fire
Driver Fled After Smashing Van Into Home, Sparking Gas-Fed Blaze: Maryland Fire Marshal
A rogue driver tried to escape after crashing a van into a Harford County home, but was ultimately apprehended after causing a gas-fed house fire on Wednesday night. First responders from the Bel Air Volunteer Fire Company and other surrounding agencies were called at around 8:15 p.m. on Nov. 6 to a home on Woodhome Drive when a neighbor called 911 to report a vehicle that struck the home. 11/6/2024 - 2015hrs Dwelling Fire from a 1050 (ensuing natural gas-fed fire) At 2015hrs, Bel Air VFC, along with... Posted by The Bel Air Volunteer Fire Company on Thursday, November 7, 2024 Ac…
Lifestyle
Winning Numbers For Tuesday, Nov. 5 'Mega Millions' Drawing With Estimated $303M Jackpot
The winning numbers have been announced for the Tuesday, Nov. 5 Mega Millions drawing. The estimated jackpot is $303 million with a $141.8 million cash option. The winning numbers for Tuesday's drawing are: 02-24-25-52-58 with a Mega Ball of 09 and a Megaplier of 2X If no winner wins the top prize, the jackpot will continue to roll until the next drawing at 10:59 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 8. Lottery players have a 1 in 302,575,350 chance of winning a Mega Millions jackpot by matching all five balls plus the gold Mega Ball, according to officials. There are …
Lifestyle
Winning Numbers For Wednesday, Nov. 6 Powerball Drawing With Estimated $75M Jackpot
The winning numbers have been announced for the Wednesday, Nov. 6 Powerball drawing. The estimated jackpot is $75 million with a $35.4 million cash option. If no winner wins the top prize, the jackpot will continue to roll until the next drawing at 10:59 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 9. The winning numbers for Wednesday's drawing were 12-17-37-58-62 with a Powerball of 04 and the Power Play was 2X. Lottery players have a 1 in 292,201,338 chance of winning a Powerball jackpot by matching all five balls plus the Powerball, according to officials. Prizes then range from $1 million to $4, w…
Police & Fire
Volunteer Soccer Coach In Baltimore County Accused Of Recording Underage Victim: Police
A Peeping Tom who installed recording devices in his home and filmed his underage victim without her consent has been arrested, according to the Baltimore County Police Department. Nicholas Fioravanti, 42, was arrested this week following an investigation into recording devices that were found placed inside two areas of his home, including a bedroom and bathroom. At the time the devices were uncovered, the victim was underage, investigators noted. Police say that Fioravanti - a volunteer soccer coach in the Perry Hall and White Marsh area - has been charged with privilege prurien…
Police & Fire
Four From Baltimore Busted After Stealing From Ace Hardware, Backing Vehicle Into Officer: PD
An officer was injured on Tuesday before a larceny suspect who targeted a hardware store in Virginia was arrested with four others from Maryland, police say. Officers from the Fairfax County Police Department were called to Ace Hardware in the 10300 block of Main Street on Nov. 5, where there was a reported larceny involving a group of people. Upon arrival, they located the suspects in a vehicle not far from the store, prompting a traffic stop; however, when the officer approached the vehicle, police say that the driver intentionally backed into a motor officer assisting with the stop, leav…
Politics
'Not What We Voted For:' Kamala Harris Delivers Concession Speech After Losing To Trump
Vice President Kamala Harris has addressed the nation for the first time after losing the 2024 Presidential Election to Donald Trump at her alma mater, Howard University. "The outcome of this election is not what we wanted, not what we fought for not what we voted for," the vice president said. "but hear me when I say the light of America’s promise will always burn bright." Harris urged her supporters to keep fighting before saying, "We must accept the results of this election." The veep said that she spoke to Trump and congratulated him on his victory, "and told him we will help him …
Weather
Rafael Becomes Hurricane With 115 MPH Winds: Future Path Has Pair Of Possibilities
Tropical Storm Rafael has now become a hurricane, with its projected path now uncertain. It made landfall in western Cuba as a major Category 3 storm in Cuba late Wednesday afternoon, Nov. 6, with life-threatening storm surge, damaging hurricane-force winds, and destructive waves reported, along with 115 mph winds. Tropical storm conditions are then possible in the Florida Keys late in the day Wednesday and Wednesday night, the National Hurricane Center said. It could then extend to areas of the southeast US toward the end of the week, on Thursday, Nov. 7, and Friday, Nov. 8. Ano…
Police & Fire
Catonsville Man Accused Of Repeatedly Pointing Gun At Driver On I-695 In Anne Arundel: State PD
A road-raging man who repeatedly pointed a gun at another driver during a dispute on I-695 in Anne Arundel County has been apprehended and is facing multiple charges, according to Maryland State Police. Catonsville resident John Lang, 32, smirked at the camera after being arrested over the weekend following a probe into multiple assaults and threats that were made on the interstate. Police say that on Sunday, Nov. 3, Lang pointed the loaded weapon at another motorist multiple times on I-695 in the area of Route 2 in Glen Burnie. At one point, it is alleged that Lang got out of his vehicle …
Police & Fire
Hunter Rescued From Remote Area In Mountain By Maryland State Police Helicopter (
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A hunter who fell out of a tree stand in West Virginia required an assist from a Maryland State Police helicopter after suffering serious injuries. At approximately 7 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 7, the state police Aviation Command was called to a remote area in a Grant County mountain, where there was a reported injured hunter who was in a tricky location. "Due to the remote location, extended extrication time, and the nature of the hunter’s injuries," the Maryland State Police helicopter was called in to perform a hoist rescue. MSPAC rescued an injured hunter who fell from a tree stand on T…
Politics
Here's A County-By-County Breakdown Of Who Maryland Chose In Presidential Race
For the second straight presidential election, Maryland voters leaned toward the Democratic candidate, though this time President-elect Donald Trump came out on top. On Tuesday, Vice President Kama Harris and Gov. Tim Walz received 59.74 percent (1,485,253 total votes) of the vote versus 37.02 percent (920,393 votes) for Trump and Vice President-elect JD Vance in Maryland, according to the Board of Elections. Four years ago, the numbers were similar, with President Joe Biden and Harris garnering 65.4 percent (1,985,023 votes) over Trump and former Vice President Mike Pence's 32.2 perc…
Politics
Voters Overwhelmingly Vote To Enshrine Access To Reproductive Rights In Maryland
Maryland voters approved a measure on Election Day that will enshrine abortion rights in the state's constitution. With a Republican majority set to take over the government, voters chose to protect reproductive rights in the state's constitution, according to multiple reports. Abortion was already legal in Maryland, but this amendment provides further protections to make it more difficult to potentially pass future legislation that could limit care without violating the constitution. It will also protect those who travel to Maryland for care and treatment. According to the Maryland…
News
Pennsylvania Rapist Convicted Of Sexually Abusing Minor In Maryland Learns Fate
A man serving a sentence in Pennsylvania for forcible rape is facing decades behind bars in Maryland once he is released for sexually abusing a minor, the Frederick County State's Attorney's Office announced. This week, Waynesboro resident Rory Littleton Sanders, 44, was sentenced to 20 years in prison, which must be served in the custody of the Maryland Department of Corrections, after admitting to sexually abusing a minor in Frederick County over the course of years. In July 2021, the Frederick County Sheriff's Office launched an investigation into Sanders, following a report that was mad…
Politics
Election 2024: Trump Reclaims Presidency By Securing Wins In Key Battleground States
Crucial triumphs in the key battleground states have lifted former President Donald Trump back to the White House. The 78-year-old Trump was declared winner of the 2024 election against Vice President Kamala Harris just before dawn on Wednesday, Nov. 6. Trump has been projected to win all three "Blue Wall" states of Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin. With big additional wins in North Carolina and Georgia, he has secured the 270 electoral votes needed to reclaim the presidency, becoming the first president who will serve non-consecutive terms since former Democratic New York Gov. Grover…
Politics
Angela Alsobrooks Projected To Win Historic Senate Race Over Former Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan
The hotly-anticipated Maryland Senate race between Prince George's County Executive Angela Alsobrooks and former Gov. Larry Hogan ended with the state staying Blue and making history. Alsobrooks is projected to take the Senate seat following Sen. Ben Cardin's announcement that he would not run for another term and vacated the position. The win was called by the Associated Press, FOX, The Hill, and several other outlets. Maryland Gov. Wes Moore all but confirmed that Alsobrooks had won the race and is the new Senator-Elect. Congratulations to my friend, Senator-Elect Angela …
Politics
Kamala Harris Projected To Win Maryland's 10 Electoral Votes: Reports
Vice President Kamala Harris has been projected to top former President Donald Trump by pollsters in the notoriously Blue state, reports state. According to multiple outlets, Harris is set to take the state and secured the win, garnering 10 electoral votes in what is expected to be a tightly contested race. Democrats winning the Old Line State is nothing new, with former President Joe Biden overwhelmingly claimed in the 2020 election. Trump has failed to garner more than 35 percent of the vote in Maryland in the past two elections, according to NBC News, and the last to turn the stat…
Police & Fire
Sheriff IDs Gunman, Victim Rushed To Hospital Following Shooting Near Maryland Business
One person was hospitalized overnight, and a suspect is in custody following a shooting outside a Harford County business late on Monday afternoon. Aberdeen resident resident Justin Matthew Schlotterbeck, 41, has been identified as the alleged gunman who left Bel Air 27-year-old Bel Air native Eric Chi Fonong Igwacho with serious injuries in Abingdon. According to the Harford County Sheriff's Office, shortly after 4 p.m. on Nov. 4, deputies were called to the 3500 block of Woodsdale Road, where they found Igwacho suffering from a gunshot wound to the lower body. 3500 block of W…
News
Medical Examiner IDs Manner Of Death After Human Remains Found In Baltimore
Police in Baltimore are seeking the public's assistance as they attempt to identify human remains found decomposing more than a year ago. Late in the afternoon of Sept. 5, 2023, officers were called to the back of the 800 block of North Fremont Avenue to probe reports of a dead body that was found in the area. Upon arrival, members of the Baltimore Police Department found the unidentified remains of a person who "appeared to have been (there) for some time." The body was then transported to the Medical Examiner's Office, where it was determined that the manner of death was a homicide…
Police & Fire
Boy Scout Leader Charged With Sexual Abuse Of Minor In Maryland, Police Say
A 56-year-old man who has been a Boy Scout leader for the past five years at a Howard County church is behind bars following an investigation into the alleged sexual abuse of a minor. Ellicott City resident James Alan Soltysiak has been arrested after a minor disclosed the alleged abuse, which began in May, last month to an adult, who contacted the police, leading to the probe and his arrest last week. Investigators from the Howard County Police Department made note that Soltysiak has been a Boy Scout Leader at Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Ellicott City for years; however, the abuse was un…
News
Whooping Cough Cases Are Spiking, CDC Warns
Cases of whooping cough are five times higher than at this time a year ago, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is warning. Officially known as pertussis, those infected have persistent, chronic fits of coughing followed by a “whoop” sound. "Reports of pertussis cases were lower than usual over the past few years, during and following the COVID-19 pandemic.," the CDC said in a new advisory. "However, the United States is beginning to return to pre-pandemic patterns where more than 10,000 cases are typically reported each year. It's likely mitigation measures used during the…
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