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MDOT MVA Temporarily Suspends In-Person Services Statewide at Branch Offices and VEIP Stations

MDOT MVA Temporarily Suspends In-Person Services Statewide at Branch Offices and VEIP Stations

In accordance with Governor Larry Hogan’s directive and to help slow the spread of COVID-19, the Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration (MDOT MVA) will implement a temporary, two-week suspension of in-person services at all branch offices and Vehicle Emissions Inspection Program (VEIP) stations statewide beginning the morning of Monday, December 21. Branch offices and...
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UPDATE: Video Added, Police Seeking Identity of Two Suspects After Home Invasion with Shooting in Dunkirk

UPDATE: Video Added, Police Seeking Identity of Two Suspects After Home Invasion with Shooting in Dunkirk

12/18/2020n Update with video added: The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying suspects in the Dunkirk home invasion / shooting from Monday, December 14, 2020. Suspect # 1 was described as a slender black male, approximately 5′ 11″ to 6′ tall, wearing glasses, 20-25 years old. Suspect #2 was...
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Amal Awad Sworn in as Anne Arundel County’s Chief of Police

Amal Awad Sworn in as Anne Arundel County’s Chief of Police

Amal Awad took the oath of office to become Chief of Police for Anne Arundel County on Thursday, December 17, 2020. Chief Awad began her career in policing thirty years ago as a patrol officer in Prince George’s County. She returns home to the Anne Arundel County Police Department, where she served as Chief...
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Home For The Holidays: Governor Hogan Announces New Travel Orders, $180 Million More in Economic Relief

Home For The Holidays: Governor Hogan Announces New Travel Orders, $180 Million More in Economic Relief

Governor Larry Hogan and state health officials today took a series of actions to slow the spread of COVID-19 during the holiday season, including new testing and quarantine requirements for travel, and a new public health advisory to limit gatherings. In addition, the governor announced an additional $180 million in emergency economic relief, including...
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Anne Arundel County Executive Pittman Revises Executive Order and Creates Assistance Program for Restaurant Workers

Anne Arundel County Executive Pittman Revises Executive Order and Creates Assistance Program for Restaurant Workers

On December 16, 2020, County Executive Steuart Pittman announced changes to Executive Order #39, which is effective at 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 16. The executive order enacts the new COVID-19 restrictions announced on December 10. The revisions announced today permit outdoor dining, provided that no more than 50% of tent sides are down and...
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National Weather Service Advises of Possible Hazardous Weather Conditions for Southern Maryland

National Weather Service Advises of Possible Hazardous Weather Conditions for Southern Maryland

Scattered snow showers and flurries have overspread the region, and will linger into the early morning. No significant accumulations are expected, but a light dusting is possible. In addition, wet roads may re-freeze as temperatures fall through the early morning hours. Anyone venturing out early this morning should use caution and assume any surfaces...
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Governor Hogan and Maryland Health Connection Announce Record Enrollment for Health Coverage

Governor Hogan and Maryland Health Connection Announce Record Enrollment for Health Coverage

Governor Larry Hogan today announced that more than 166,000 Marylanders enrolled in private health coverage for 2021 through Maryland Health Connection—the largest enrollment ever on the state’s health insurance marketplace—which represents a 4.5% increase of about 7,100 enrollees since the previous year. “I am pleased to see so many Marylanders taking advantage of our...
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As State of Maryland Begins Vaccination Phase 1A, Governor Hogan Reactivates National Guard

As State of Maryland Begins Vaccination Phase 1A, Governor Hogan Reactivates National Guard

Governor Larry Hogan today announced the reactivation of the Maryland National Guard to support state and local health officials in the efficient distribution of COVID-19 vaccines statewide. “With vaccine distribution now beginning in our state, we have finally reached a turning point. We are able to see the sun rising on the horizon—even if...
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Maryland State Police Investigating Death of Prince George’s County Man In State Prison

Maryland State Police Investigating Death of Prince George’s County Man In State Prison

Maryland State Police investigators are continuing an investigation into the death of a state prison inmate yesterday in Anne Arundel County. The deceased is identified as Terry Proctor, 32, of  Clinton, in Prince George’s County. Proctor was a state prison inmate serving time at the Dorsey Run Correctional Institution in Jessup Maryland.  The cause...
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Anne Arundel County Detectives Arrest Glen Burnie Man After Stealing 20 Firearms During October Burglary

Anne Arundel County Detectives Arrest Glen Burnie Man After Stealing 20 Firearms During October Burglary

On Tuesday, October 13, 2020, officers responded for a burglary of a detached garage in the 7900 block of Belhaven Avenue in Pasadena. The investigation revealed an unknown suspect entered the garage and was able to open the locked gun safe and removed/stole twenty firearms.  The safe wasn’t pried, only the electronic keypad was...
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Maryland Announces Statewide Efforts to Prepare for Heavy Snowfall, Adverse Conditions; Marylanders Urged to Exercise Caution

Maryland Announces Statewide Efforts to Prepare for Heavy Snowfall, Adverse Conditions; Marylanders Urged to Exercise Caution

Governor Larry Hogan today announced that the State of Maryland has activated a government-wide response to prepare for heavy snowfall and other severe conditions anticipated on Wednesday and Thursday. A winter storm warning is in effect in Allegany, Baltimore, Carroll, Frederick, Garrett, Harford, and Washington counties. A winter storm watch is in effect in Baltimore, Cecil, Harford, Howard,...
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Tuesday, December 15, 2020: Maryland Reports 2,401 New Cases of COVID-19 in 24 Hours

Tuesday, December 15, 2020: Maryland Reports 2,401 New Cases of COVID-19 in 24 Hours

As of Tuesday, December 15, 2020, Maryland reports 239,362 COVID-19 cases and 5,039 deaths, an increase of 2,401 cases and 61 deaths over 24 hours. 1,799 Marylanders are hospitalized with COVID-19 and 411 ICU beds are in use. COVID-19 Statistics in Maryland Number of confirmed cases : 239,362 Number of persons tested negative : 2,354,515 Total...
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VIDEO: Governor Hogan Thanks First University of Maryland Medical System Workers to Receive COVID-19 Vaccine

VIDEO: Governor Hogan Thanks First University of Maryland Medical System Workers to Receive COVID-19 Vaccine

Governor Larry Hogan thanked the first five University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) frontline healthcare workers to receive the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine. The first recipients include a shock trauma physician, an emergency medicine physician, a nurse, a respiratory therapist, and an environmental services worker. “The historic undertaking to vaccinate Marylanders against COVID-19 is now...
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Governor Hogan Statement on Electoral College Confirming President-elect Biden’s Election Victory

Governor Hogan Statement on Electoral College Confirming President-elect Biden’s Election Victory

Governor Larry Hogan has issued the following statement: “The peaceful transition of power has been a hallmark of our democracy for more than 220 years. It has been tested and even questioned before, but Americans have always honored and kept faith in the will of the people. “President Trump and his legal team have...
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Monday, December 14, 2020: Maryland Reports 2,314 New Cases of COVID-19 in 24 Hours

Monday, December 14, 2020: Maryland Reports 2,314 New Cases of COVID-19 in 24 Hours

As of Monday, December 14, 2020, Maryland reports 236,961 COVID-19 cases and 4,978 deaths, an increase of 2,314 cases and 24 deaths over 24 hours. 1,679 Marylanders are hospitalized with COVID-19 and 404 ICU beds are in use. COVID-19 Statistics in Maryland Number of confirmed cases : 236,961 Number of persons tested negative : 2,344,023 Total...
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Maryland State Police Warning Parents, Children About Increase in Online Child Sex Exploitation Cases

Maryland State Police Warning Parents, Children About Increase in Online Child Sex Exploitation Cases

With both children and adults spending more time online due to virtual learning and social distancing measures associated with the COVID-19 pandemic, the Maryland State Police is reminding those of all ages to be vigilant as it relates to internet safety. According to the Maryland State Police Computer Crimes Unit, cyber tips concerning the...
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Attorney General Frosh Announces Multistate Lawsuit Seeking to End Facebook’s Illegal Monopoly

Attorney General Frosh Announces Multistate Lawsuit Seeking to End Facebook’s Illegal Monopoly

Maryland Attorney General Brian E. Frosh announced a bipartisan coalition of 48 attorneys general has filed a lawsuit against Facebook Inc., alleging the company illegally stifles competition to protect its monopoly power. The lawsuit alleges that over the last decade, the social networking giant illegally acquired potential competitors in a predatory manner and cut...
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Sunday, December 13, 2020: Maryland Reports 6,176 New Cases of COVID-19 in 48 Hours

Sunday, December 13, 2020: Maryland Reports 6,176 New Cases of COVID-19 in 48 Hours

As of Sunday, December 13, 2020, Maryland reports 234,647 COVID-19 cases and 4,954 deaths, an increase of 6,176 cases and 53 deaths over 48 hours. 1,679 Marylanders are hospitalized with COVID-19 and 424 ICU beds are in use. COVID-19 Statistics in Maryland Number of confirmed cases : 234,647 Number of persons tested negative :...
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Anne Arundel County Police Investigating 14-Year-Old Male Shot in Glen Burnie

Anne Arundel County Police Investigating 14-Year-Old Male Shot in Glen Burnie

On December 9, 2020 at approximately 7:20 p.m., Eastern District officers responded to a call of shots heard in the 7900 block of Nolpark Court in Glen Burnie. Officers saturated the area and simultaneously, updated information revealed a 14 year-old male victim, with a non life threatening gunshot wound to the torso, was dropped...
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Pet Owners Reminded to Be Extra Cautious During Holiday Season

Pet Owners Reminded to Be Extra Cautious During Holiday Season

With the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, the Calvert County Department of Public Safety reminds pet owners to be extra cautious. New sights, sounds and people can cause pets to become over-stressed and may prompt them to act out. To reduce stress on pets and ensure the safety of others, it is...
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Anne Arundel County Enacts Four Weeks of New Restrictions to Address COVID-19 Surge

Anne Arundel County Enacts Four Weeks of New Restrictions to Address COVID-19 Surge

Beginning December 16, 2020, restaurants will be restricted to curbside, and takeout only; County Executive Pittman announces additional financial aid to restaurant employees and owners In response to record numbers of COVID-19 cases reported within the last week, County Executive Steuart Pittman announced new actions today aimed at protecting public health and reducing community...
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Governor Hogan Signs Executive Order to Provide Emergency Tax Relief to Small Businesses & Forgives $75 Million in Small Business Loans

Governor Hogan Signs Executive Order to Provide Emergency Tax Relief to Small Businesses & Forgives $75 Million in Small Business Loans

Governor Larry Hogan today announced a series of additional COVID-19 health and economic relief initiatives to help struggling Maryland families and small businesses. He was joined by Commerce Secretary Kelly Schulz and Housing Secretary Kenneth Holt. “We continue to take constant actions on a daily basis to fight this virus from all directions, while...
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Thursday, December 10, 2020: Maryland Reports 3,202 New Cases of COVID-19 in 24 Hours

Thursday, December 10, 2020: Maryland Reports 3,202 New Cases of COVID-19 in 24 Hours

As of Thursday, December 10, 2020, Maryland reports 225,855 COVID-19 cases and 4,850 deaths, an increase of 3,202 cases and 49 deaths over 24 hours. 1,720 Marylanders are hospitalized with COVID-19 and 416 ICU beds are in use. Governor Larry Hogan said “Sadly, as we anticipated, COVID-19 hospitalizations in Maryland are now at an...
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“It Is Time To Act”: Governor Hogan and Republican Governors Call on Congress to Pass COVID-19 Relief Bill

“It Is Time To Act”: Governor Hogan and Republican Governors Call on Congress to Pass COVID-19 Relief Bill

Governor Larry Hogan (MD) was joined by Governors Charlie Baker (MA), Asa Hutchinson (AR), Brian Kemp (GA), Phil Scott (VT), and Chris Sununu (NH) to call on Congress to pass an urgently-needed COVID-19 relief bill: “As Republican governors on the front lines of the COVID-19 crisis, we strongly urge Congress to pass a bipartisan agreement on a COVID-19 relief package this month. “More than eight...
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State of Maryland to Focus on Health Care Workers, Long-Term Care Facilities, First Responders In Initial COVID-19 Vaccine Allocation

State of Maryland to Focus on Health Care Workers, Long-Term Care Facilities, First Responders In Initial COVID-19 Vaccine Allocation

State Launching Aggressive Public Health Campaign to Encourage Marylanders to Get Vaccinated. As COVID-19 vaccination preparation moves forward across the country, Governor Larry Hogan today provided an update on Maryland’s plans to safely deliver and distribute effective vaccines. “Our team at the Maryland Department of Health has worked hard over the past eight months...
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