The Friends of Maryland State Parks recently awarded 24 grants totaling $41,798 to Maryland State Parks statewide through the advocacy organization’s program, “Small Grants, Big Impact!” These funds will enable staff to collaborate with community partners to provide information on Maryland’s cultural history, replace unsafe bridges and puncheons, provide water safety resources, and promote...
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Prince George’s County Police Homicide Unit detectives arrested a man for killing his mother inside of their home. The suspect is 45-year-old Mark Terry of District Heights. He is charged in connection with the murder of his mother, 81-year-old Madia Terry. On January 14, 2024, at approximately 8:00 am, officers responded to their home...
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UPDATE 1/19/2024: Charles County is operating with a two-hour delay on Friday, January 19, 2024. We will continue to monitor weather conditions. Code 2 for staff who follow code system. Calvert County –is operating with a two-hour delay on Friday, January 19, 2024 We will continue to monitor weather conditions. There will be no...
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A Gang Unit investigation led to the arrest of three suspects and the recovery of multiple weapons and thousands of fentanyl pills. The suspects are 26-year-old Dream Edwards of Columbia, Maryland, 22-year-old Romel Johnson of Laurel and 34-year-old Michael Jordan Thompson of Washington, DC. During the course of their investigation, detectives executed a search...
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On Saturday, January 6, 2024, at 9:39 p.m., a stationary tag reader located on Route 4 and Route 260, in Dunkirk, alerted deputies from the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office of a stolen vehicle in the county. The vehicle was described as a 2021 Toyota Corolla, bearing a Virginia registration that was reported stolen from...
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The Maryland Judiciary is redesigning its Case Search website as a part of its commitment to stay current with technology trends. The new design, launching on February 5, 2024, will allow for users to navigate the site and search more easily for public case information in a simpler and more efficient manner. The new...
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UPDATE 1/17/2024: Charles County is operating with a two-hour delay on Wednesday, January 17, 2024. Calvert County – Two hour delay. There is no a.m. Pre-Kindergarten. 12-month administrators, emergency personnel, report on time. 12-month educational support staff may report up to one hour late. Childcare will open at 7:30 a.m. St. Mary’s County –...
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Due to severe cold temperatures forecast for Calvert County, the Department of Public Safety has issued an animal safety alert beginning Sunday, Jan. 14 through Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2024. Animal owners or custodians are required to provide the following protections for the duration of the alert: Dogs and cats should be brought inside to...
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Maryland State Police are investigating a fatal crash that occurred Wednesday night in Prince George’s County. The deceased is identified as Nickita Sammy, 34, of Accokeek, Maryland. She was the passenger of a Hyundai involved in the crash. The driver of the Hyundai was transported by ambulance to the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma...
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Maryland hunters who did not harvest a turkey during the fall will have another chance to do so during winter season, which runs statewide from Jan. 18-20. Hunting hours are from one half-hour before sunrise to one half-hour after sunset. The bag limit is one turkey of either sex. “The winter season provides a...
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Detectives with the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred late Tuesday night. The victim is 18-year-old Olamide Olakanye of Upper Marlboro. Preliminarily, detectives do not believe this was a random crime. On January 9, 2024, at approximately 11:20 pm, officers responded to the 5300 block of...
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The Prince George’s County Police Department arrested a suspect wanted in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred in late December. The suspect is 18-year-old Harvey Barnes III of Upper Marlboro. He’s accused of fatally shooting 37-year-old Timothy Emmanuel Jones of Washington, DC. On December 28, 2023, at approximately 3:05 pm, officers responded to...
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Governor Wes Moore this morning signed the State’s first State of Preparedness declaration ahead of a potentially hazardous winter weather system that is expected to bring damaging winds, heavy rain, and potential flooding to areas of Maryland. According to the National Weather Service, the significant weather system is expected to impact the region this afternoon, bringing multiple...
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The La Plata Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating Paulina Romero. Paulina is 14 years old, 4-11 and 125 pounds. She was last seen on Laurelwood Court at approximately.7:00 a.m. Paulina was last seen wearing a black puff jacket with a gray hoodie, jeans with rips in the front legs and...
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On January 5, 2024, at approximately 12:30 pm, officers responded to a collision involving a minivan and a pickup truck in the area of Piscataway Road and King Gallahan Court. The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal two-vehicle collision in Clinton. The deceased driver is identified...
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The Maryland Department of State Police is accepting applications for qualified individuals to serve as the new State Fire Marshal. The State Fire Marshal, a management level position, is the agency head of the Office of the State Fire Marshal. The selected candidate will be charged with the overall responsibility for leading all operations...
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In December of 2023, U.S. Department of Commerce notified Maryland Gov. Wes Moore that it has declined Maryland’s request for a federal commercial fisheries disaster declaration that was sought to help address the economic and ecological damage caused by the spread of invasive catfish and snakeheads in the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Maryland made the...
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Do you know how to be Winter Ready? In preparation for this weekend’s inclement weather, FEMA Region 3 urges individuals and communities to prioritize safety and preparedness. #WinterReady This time of year can bring unique challenges especially in colder climates. From navigating icy sidewalks to preparing for winter storms, here are some essential and...
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UPDATE 1/4/2024: On December 31, 2023, at approximately 4:15 p.m., firefighters responded to 18 Castletown Court in Waldorf, for the reported house on fire. Crews arrived on the scene to find fire showing from the 2-story single family home. The occupant/owner is identified as Carlton Knight with the estimated loss being $150,000.00 59 firefighters...
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The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit charged a Fort Washington man for shooting and killing his friend who had been reported missing by family last April. The suspect is 23-year-old Parrish Goode. He is charged with the murder of 20-year-old Damion Myers of Fort Washington. On April 15, 2023, officers responded to...
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The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and partners have been awarded a grant from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation’s Chesapeake Watershed Investment for Landscape Defense (Chesapeake WILD) program to restore freshwater mussels in the West Branch of the Susquehanna River. The grant funds will support a comprehensive conservation strategy that includes restoration of mussel communities, scientific...
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Retired tech worker purchased a ticket after he heard it was ‘Powerball night’ A Prince George’s County man who is a loyal Pick 3 player overheard a conversation that inspired him to try a different game. He purchased a Powerball ticket for the Dec. 30 drawing at a Glenn Dale retailer and added the...
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The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) has released its dean’s list for the 2023 fall sessions. Students who have earned 12 or more credits at CSM are eligible to be considered for the dean’s list. At the end of the fall, spring, and summer sessions, full- and part-time students who have completed at least...
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By Jason Aul, Strategic Communications Director – The Moore Administration released Maryland’s Climate Pollution Reduction Plan, as required by the 2022 Climate Solutions Now Act, to reduce greenhouse gas emissions 60% by 2031. The Maryland League of Conservation Voters (Maryland LCV) applauds the Maryland Department of Environment (MDE) for their timely and comprehensive report,...
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The Washington Capitals and Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) will host a press event at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 4, at Capitol Heights Elementary School in Capitol Heights, Md., announcing a partnership through which the Capitals will introduce hockey to more than 93,460 students across the county’s 167 elementary, middle and charter...
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