What You Need to Know About Wes Moore, the Maryland Governor Campaigning in New Jersey for Mikie Sherrill

Maryland Governor Wes Moore has taken his political influence beyond state lines, joining New Jersey Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill on the campaign trail as Democrats seek to defend vulnerable seats ahead of the…

Virginia Wawa sells Mega Millions ticket worth $2 million

$2 million Mega Millions ticket sold at Chesapeake Wawa CHESAPEAKE, VA – A Mega Millions ticket sold at a Wawa in Chesapeake is now worth $2 million after matching the first five…

Virginia man hits $7 million jackpot with one scratch

Virginia Beach man wins $7 million top prize on 500X the Money ticket CHESAPEAKE, VA — A Virginia Beach man is now a multimillionaire after uncovering the $7 million top prize on…

Family birthdays bring Virginia man $100K Powerball win at local 7-Eleven

Chesapeake man stuns himself with $100K Powerball win using family dates CHESAPEAKE, VA — A routine trip to a local 7-Eleven turned into a six-figure windfall for Junius Nixon, who matched four…

Virginia teen busted with loaded gun and weed in Delaware traffic stop

FRANKFORD, DE — A midnight traffic stop on a quiet Delaware highway ended with a 19-year-old Virginia man behind bars after state troopers discovered a loaded handgun, ammunition, and drugs in his…

Virginia man sentenced to 20 years for selling fentanyl-laced pills that killed teen

RICHMOND, Va. — A Chesapeake man has been sentenced to 20 years in federal prison for distributing counterfeit Oxycodone pills laced with fentanyl that caused the fatal overdose of a minor, federal…

From crab cakes to traffic rage, Marylanders weigh in on enduring state stereotypes

ANNAPOLIS — Maryland’s unique geography and culture put it at the crossroads of North and South, city and suburb — a mix that has helped fuel a long list of public stereotypes…

Two arrested, one charged in July 4 shooting investigation at North Beach pub

NORTH BEACH, Md. — Detectives from the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office have arrested two men and charged a third in connection with a shooting that occurred outside Neptune’s Seafood Pub early on…

Virginia mother sues funeral home for $5 million after son’s body allegedly found covered in maggots

CHESAPEAKE, Va. — A Virginia woman has filed a $5 million lawsuit against two funeral homes, alleging her son’s body was shown in an open casket infested with maggots during a viewing…

Gunfire Erupts Between Two Vehicles on Virginia Highway, One Person Critical

CHESAPEAKE, Va. — Police are investigating a shooting that occurred Saturday afternoon involving two vehicles on S. Military Highway, leaving one person seriously injured. Chesapeake Police responded to the 1700 block of…

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Seven fatal crashes reported in Virginia over Memorial Day weekend

RICHMOND, Va. — Seven people died in seven separate crashes on Virginia roads over the Memorial Day holiday weekend, according to preliminary data released by Virginia State Police on Tuesday. The fatalities…

Maryland’s money rush: $34M in prizes handed out in seven days

HANOVER, MD — A Maryland Lottery player who purchased a scratch-off ticket in Hanover became $2 million richer last week, while another player in Dundalk scored a $685,656 jackpot on a FAST…

Baltimore Minor League Team Unveils New Logo That Has People Taking a Second Look

The Chesapeake Baysox, the Double-A affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles, introduced their new alternate identity for the 2025 season: the Chesapeake Oyster Catchers. Intended as a tribute to the Chesapeake Bay’s rich…

Democrats Cheer for Ukraine—A Country Where Gay Marriage is Banned by the Constitution

Picture this: a joint session of Congress, Donald Trump at the podium, and Democrats—yes, Democrats—leaping to their feet, clapping like giddy schoolkids, all because he mentioned support for Ukraine. The party of…

Police Rescue Three-Year-Old Girl from Water, She’s Doing Alright Now

3-Year-Old Girl Found in Water at Chesapeake Park **CHESAPEAKE, VA** – On Thursday at approximately 10:22 a.m., Chesapeake Police responded to Oak Grove Lake Park following a report of a missing 3-year-old…

16-Year-Old Arrested for Assault and Weapon Offense at High School Basketball Game

16-Year-Old Arrested for Assault and Weapon Offense in Millersville **Millersville, MD** - On February 7, a School Resource Officer was informed of an assault during an Old Mill High School basketball game,…

Suspects Rolls Off with $10,000 Rolex At Virginia Jewelry Store

CHESAPEAKE, Va. — Chesapeake Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect who stole a Rolex watch valued at $9,500 from a jewelry store in Greenbrier Mall earlier this…

Largest Methamphetamine Seizure Recorded in Virginia Beach

Largest Methamphetamine Seizure Recorded in Virginia Beach **Virginia Beach, VA** - A joint investigation on Thursday involving the Virginia Beach Police Department (VBPD), Chesapeake Police Department (CPD), and Homeland Security Investigations (HSI)…

Police find body of man with gunshot wounds in Virginia’s Dismal Swamp Trail

CHESAPEAKE, VA — A homicide investigation is underway after a man’s body was found in the water at the Dismal Swamp Canal Trail on Sunday afternoon. Chesapeake Police responded to a call…

Three Marylanders win $50K Powerball prizes as Mega Millions jackpot surges past $600M

BALTIMORE, Md. — Maryland Lottery players had a week of excitement as three $50,000 Powerball prizes were won in the state, while the Mega Millions jackpot climbed to an estimated $619 million…

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