In some ways, the Maryland Biological Stream Survey Summer Training resembles other education programs. Participants sit through presentations and take tests. But some of those presentations involve walking through the woods to a nearby stream to watch the process of netting, identifying, and counting fish found there. And studying for the exams involves darting...
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Tyrone Daniel Thomas, 48, of Waldorf, has been charged with first-degree assault and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony or violent crime following a domestic incident that reportedly occurred earlier this year. The charges were filed after a detailed investigation by the Charles County Sheriff’s Office. According to charging documents,...
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On Thursday, August 14, 2025, at approximately 5:50 p.m., firefighters from Calvert, Anne Arundel and Prince George’s County responded to the 5600 block of Collington Court in Huntingtown, for the reported working house fire with injuries. Dispatchers advised they received multiple 911 calls reporting the house was on fire with one homeowner suffering smoke inhalation...
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The College of Southern Maryland is proud to announce Megan Allen as the Executive Director of Compliance and Risk Management, effective July 29th, 2025. Allen fills a vital leadership role at the college, focused on strengthening institutional compliance, advancing risk management strategies, and supporting effective policy governance. Allen has more than 20 years of...
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Maryland is home to a diversity of native wildlife and plant species, and the balance between the two can sometimes be difficult to manage. Like rabbits overrunning a garden, an overpopulation of deer will have detrimental effects on the undergrowth and vegetation in a forest. For the Maryland Forest Service, successful stewardship requires finding...
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On Sunday, August 3, 2025, at 1:34 p.m., patrol officers responded to a business in the 3300 block of Western Parkway in Waldorf for the report of a shoplifting in progress. Loss prevention employees observed two females and a male enter the store, grab two carts and reusable shopping bags, and walk around the...
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John Kelly, the founder and administrator of the popular Mid-Atlantic Severe Weather Alert Facebook page, suddenly passed away on August 5, 2025, at the age of 50. His partner, Jennifer Kelly, announced his death in a heartfelt social media post, noting the loss was unexpected and that he had no life insurance. For years,...
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Lawrence Nathanial Harris, 33, of Temple Hills Maryland, pled guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud and aggravated identity theft, in connection with submitting fraudulent CARES Act unemployment insurance (UI) claims. Additionally, in a separate case, he pled guilty to possession of a machine gun, possession with intent to distribute a controlled substance, and...
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The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal crash that occurred in Clinton on Wednesday night. The deceased passenger is 19-year-old Adrianna Alicka of Hughesville. On August 6, 2025, at approximately 10:45 pm, officers responded to a single-vehicle collision in the 11100 block of Tippett Road. Alicka...
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Maryland’s six casinos combined to generate $165,661,894 in revenue from slot machines and table games during July 2025. The statewide total was down $4,159,416 (-2.5%) compared to July 2024. Casino gaming contributions to the state during July 2025 totaled $71,857,827, a decrease of $305,727 (-0.4%) compared to July 2024. The July 2025 contributions included...
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On Saturday, August 9, 2025, at approximately 5:20 p.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the area of Berry Road and Democracy Drive in Waldorf, for the motor vehicle collision reported serious with rollover and ejection. Multiple 911 callers reported a multi-vehicle collision with one overturned and one victim ejected and laying...
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The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) has formed a cross-functional Artificial Intelligence (AI) Task Force to lead the strategic integration of AI in teaching, learning, and operations. This initiative reflects the college’s commitment to staying at the forefront of innovation while advancing the goals outlined in its Built for Success strategic plan. Launched in spring...
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The Board of Public Works today approved more than $2.7 million in grants to local governments and land trusts from the Maryland Department of Natural Resources for new ball fields, playground equipment, and the conservation of land in Allegany, Caroline, Carroll, Charles, Dorchester, Montgomery, Prince George’s, Wicomico, and Worcester counties. More than $900,000 in Program...
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A Riverdale couple, who both have August birthdays, are celebrating a $50,000 win playing the $50,000 Cash scratch-off game – just in time for their special days. A few weeks ago, the husband went to his favorite spot to purchase Lottery games, Tony’s Liquors in Laurel. “Tony’s is the spot,” the Prince George’s County...
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Underwater grass abundance in Maryland’s portion of the Chesapeake Bay – a key indicator of water quality – fell from 38,188 acres in 2023 to 36,794 acres in 2024, according to data reviewed by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources. This acreage remains short of the state’s 2025 restoration goal of 79,800 acres. The...
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Maryland’s six casinos combined to generate $165,661,894 in revenue from slot machines and table games during July 2025. The statewide total was down $4,159,416 (-2.5%) compared to July 2024. Casino gaming contributions to the state during July 2025 totaled $71,857,827, a decrease of $305,727 (-0.4%) compared to July 2024. The July 2025 contributions included...
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U.S. District Judge Lydia Kay Griggsby sentenced Sean Franklin Mills, Jr., 21, of Capital Heights, Maryland, to 10 years in federal prison, followed by five years of supervised release, for carjacking and use, carrying, and brandishing a firearm in relation to a crime of violence. Kelly O. Hayes, U.S. Attorney for the District of...
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Maryland State Police are seeking the public’s assistance in helping to locate a person suspected of a hit-and-run pedestrian crash in Prince George’s County. The deceased pedestrian is identified as Leroy Wedge, 43, of Upper Marlboro, Maryland. He was pronounced deceased on the scene by Prince George’s emergency medical services personnel. Around 6:20 a.m.,...
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The Maryland Department of the Environment is invalidating more than 1,400 lead inspection certificates across the state, requiring any tenant-occupied rental properties to be reinspected for lead paint hazards due to an inspector’s failure to comply with work practice standards. Property owners and tenants have been notified by mail that any occupied rental units...
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U.S. District Judge Paula Xinis sentenced Roddrick Navara Shelby, 48, of Laurel, Maryland, to 70 months in federal prison for distributing 40 grams or more of fentanyl. Kelly O. Hayes, U.S. Attorney for the District of Maryland, announced the sentence with Special Agent in Charge Ibrar A. Mian, Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) – Washington...
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The Maryland State Police is excited to join communities across the state for National Night Out 2025. Since 1984, National Night Out has brought neighbors and law enforcement together on the first Tuesday of August. This year’s event takes place on Tuesday, August 5. Troopers from all 23 Maryland State Police barracks will partner...
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On Friday, August 1, 2025, at approximately 10:22 a.m., firefighters from Charles and Prince George’s County responded to the 2800 block of Chippewa Street in Bryans Road, for the reported house fire. Crews arrived on the scene to find smoke showing from a two-story residence. Firefighters quickly made entry into the residence and found...
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The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit charged a suspect in connection to a fatal shooting in August of 2023 in Clinton. The suspect is 18-year-old Stephon Johnson of District Heights. He is charged with the murder of 16-year-old Robert Isiah Walker of Clinton. On August 12, 2023, at approximately 2:40 am, officers...
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The Chesapeake Channa, or snakehead, has developed a dedicated following in the sportfishing community–even though they’ve been an unwelcome addition to Maryland waterways. These invasive predators known primarily as snakeheads were coined Chesapeake Channa by the Maryland General Assembly in 2024. Whatever you call this fish, Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) fisheries biologists...
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Registration remains open for some local rinks as the third annual DMV Girls Try Hockey For Free Day, is taking place at 16 rinks across Maryland and Virginia on Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025. The DMV Girls Try Hockey for Free Day is a joint effort between the Washington Capitals, Monumental Sports & Entertainment Foundation,...
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