Maryland lawmakers consider bill to ban lead ammunition for all hunting by 2029
Proposal would require transition to nonlead ammo, citing environmental and health risks from toxic exposure ANNAPOLIS, MD – A bill before the Maryland House of Delegates would phase out the use of…
Frederick responds to Baltimore overdose incident with preparedness efforts and public resources
FREDERICK, Md. — Following a mass overdose event in Baltimore earlier this week, the City of Frederick is coordinating with state and local partners to reinforce preparedness and public safety measures related…
Gun-wielding SUV driver opens fire in Glen Burnie
GLEN BURNIE, Md. — A driver reported being targeted in a roadside shooting late Tuesday night after a gunman in a black SUV pulled alongside his vehicle and fired a shot, according…
Glen Burnie man jumped by four masked robbers at 2 a.m.
GLEN BURNIE, Md. — A man was assaulted and robbed by four masked individuals during a strong-arm robbery early Tuesday in Glen Burnie, police reported. The incident occurred around 2:00 a.m. on…
Police sergeant arrested in disturbing Carroll County case
GAITHERSBURG, Md. — A 20-year veteran of the Montgomery County Department of Police was arrested Thursday by the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office on multiple counts of possession of child pornography. Sergeant Mark…
Teen girl missing after late-night disappearance in Montgomery
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. — Police are searching for 16-year-old Cayden Grace Ellis, who was last seen around midnight on Friday, July 11, in the 19300 block of Montgomery Village Avenue. Cayden is…
Retiree hits $30K on scratch-off after grocery run
SEVERN, Md. — A routine grocery trip turned into a life-changing moment for a Severn retiree who claimed the first $30,000 top prize in the Maryland Lottery’s new Diamond Bingo 6th Edition…
Scratch-off joy Jessup man grabs $50K in Maryland game
JESSUP, Md. — A longtime Maryland Lottery player from Jessup claimed a $50,000 prize after scratching off a winning $30 Cash is King ticket, officials announced Thursday. The winner, who has been…
Severn retiree wins $30,000 on Maryland Lottery scratch-off bought after grocery trip
SEVERN, MD — A Severn retiree turned a routine grocery store visit into a $30,000 payday after purchasing a Maryland Lottery scratch-off ticket on impulse. The man, who chose to remain anonymous,…
Anne Arundel Police respond to Glen Burnie robberies, shooting and Annapolis drug bust
GLEN BURNIE, Md. — Anne Arundel County police are investigating a series of incidents reported Tuesday and Wednesday, including two robberies in Glen Burnie, a shooting on Route 100, and the seizure…
Tragedy in Harford County as baby dies in hot car
HARFORD COUNTY, Md. — A six-month-old infant died Sunday after being left in a vehicle for several hours during hot weather, according to officials from the Harford County Sheriff’s Office. The baby…
Maryland woman indicted for over $1 million in alleged tax refund fraud
BALTIMORE, MD — A Maryland woman has been indicted by a federal grand jury on charges of tax fraud, theft of government funds, and money laundering after allegedly seeking more than $1.1…
Baltimore police ask public to ID man in homicide footage
BALTIMORE, MD — Detectives are requesting assistance in identifying individuals captured on video in connection with a December homicide in the city’s Southwest District. On December 16 at approximately 6:06 p.m., 61-year-old…
Woman killed while walking dog in sidewalk crash in Derwood
DERWOOD, MD — A 69-year-old woman was killed Monday morning after being struck by a vehicle while walking her dog along a sidewalk in Derwood, according to Montgomery County Police. The fatal…
No injuries after bullets hit multiple residences in Frederick
FREDERICK, MD — Frederick Police are investigating a Tuesday night shooting that left multiple homes struck by gunfire in a residential area near W South Street and Burck Street. Officers responded around…
Three women sought in Ocean City restaurant theft
OCEAN CITY, MD — Police are asking for the public’s help identifying three women involved in a theft at a midtown restaurant Tuesday evening. The incident occurred around 7:40 p.m. on July…
Winning ticket bought on vacation nets siblings massive lottery prize
OCEAN CITY, MD — A family of four siblings hit the jackpot with a winning Maryland Multi-Match ticket purchased in Ocean City for the June 30 drawing, claiming a $490,000 cash payout…
Trucks Torched at Maryland Business as Arson Investigation Launched
DENTON, Md. — Authorities are investigating an attempted arson at Murphy’s Transport in Caroline County after multiple vehicles were targeted and damaged, officials said Wednesday. The incident was discovered the morning of…
Lightning strike sparks Chestertown house fire as dog rescued from blaze
CHESTERTOWN, Md. — A lightning strike ignited a house fire Monday night in Kent County, causing an estimated $260,000 in damage to a single-family home on Augustine Herman Highway. The fire was…
Maryland couple sentenced for $20 million life insurance fraud and tax scheme
OWINGS MILLS, Md. — A Maryland husband and wife were sentenced Tuesday to federal prison for their roles in a $20 million life insurance fraud and tax evasion scheme, prosecutors announced. James…
$50,000 lottery winner emerges from Wheaton liquor store
WHEATON, MD — A Bonus Match 5 ticket worth $50,000 was sold Monday night in Wheaton, marking the Maryland Lottery game’s second top-prize win in less than a week. The winning ticket…