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Defense Contractor IAP Worldwide Services Agrees to Pay More Than $800k to Resolve Alleged False Claims Act Violations

IAP Worldwide Services, Incorporated (IAP), a logistics, facilities management, and advanced technical and professional services company headquartered in Delaware, agreed to pay the United States $810,821.65 to resolve allegations that it violated the False Claims Act. Kelly O. Hayes, U.S. Attorney for the District of Maryland, announced the settlement with Special Agent in Charge, Christopher Dillard, Department of Defense Office of Inspector General, Defense Criminal Investigative Service (DCIS) – Mid-Atlantic Field Office, and Special Agent in Charge Greg Gross, Naval...
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UPDATE: Man Arrested After Running Over Stabbing Suspect at Lexington Park Royal Farms

12/29/2025 – St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Press Release: Deputies from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office responded to a 911 call reporting a stabbing early Monday morning at a Royal Farms convenience store in Lexington Park. At approximately 1 a.m., deputies were dispatched to the Royal Farms located at 21779 Tulagi Place. Upon arrival, deputies located a 20-year-old male victim suffering from lacerations to his hand and face. The preliminary investigation determined the victim was involved in an...
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FULL VIDEO: Police Investigating Wild Rollover Crash in Hollywood Caught on Video

On Friday, December 26, 2025, at approximately 8:45 p.m., police, firefighters, and emergency medical services responded to a residence in the 25000 block of Jones Wharf Road in Hollywood for a serious motor vehicle collision involving a rollover, entrapment, and a vehicle into a structure. 911 callers reported a vehicle had overturned into an attached garage, with the operator trapped inside. Crews arrived to find a single GMC pickup truck that had left the roadway at a high rate...
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Two Transported to Trauma Centers After Vehicle Rear-Ends SUV, Causes Them to Flip Multiple Times in California

On Thursday, December 25, 2025, at approximately 10:21 p.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the area of Three Notch Road and Airport Road in California, for the serious motor vehicle collision with rollover and entrapment. Police arrived on the scene within minutes of the motor vehicle collision occurring and found one Mazda SUV off the roadway and on its roof with two occupants tapped inside. The striking vehicle was located over a quarter mile away on Three...
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UPDATE: 22-Year-Old Man Who Stole a Fork Lift an Intentionally Ran Over and Killed a 73-Year-Old Waldorf Woman Convicted of Murder

UPDATE: 12/24/2025: Bryce Caleb Timothy Brown, 22, of Waldorf, was convicted by a Charles County jury on December 16, 2025, of second-degree murder in the death of Gloristine Pinkney, along with multiple theft, burglary, and property destruction charges, following a seven-day jury trial, according to an announcement from State’s Attorney Tony Covington. Covington stated that jurors returned a guilty verdict for second-degree murder but found Brown not guilty of first-degree murder. The jury also convicted Brown of theft of...
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Police Investigating Person Found Deceased in Vehicle at Charlotte Hall Royal Farms

On Wednesday, December 24, 2025, at approximately 3:38 p.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the Royal Farms in Charlotte Hall for the reported unknown aged victim not breathing. 911 callers reporting an unknown aged victim was not breathing and located in a vehicle at the gas pumps. Crews arrived on the scene to find a single adult victim deceased in the vehicle. Police remain on the scene and are actively investigating the death. One witness stated...
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Lusby Woman Arrested as Fugitive in Case Involving Sexual Assault of a Minor

Alice Laura Marshall, 33, of Lusby, is facing a fugitive from justice case in Calvert County after being arrested on Dec. 16, 2025, on a Pennsylvania warrant, according to court records. Marshall is charged in District Court for Calvert County with fugitive from justice – Pennsylvania, a non-criminal fugitive warrant. Court documents state that Marshall was taken into custody in Calvert County by Trooper E. Barrientos of the Maryland State Police Prince Frederick Barrack. The fugitive charge stems from...
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UPDATE: Search Warrant Leads to Drug Bust, Two Arrests, and Guns at Gallery Place Apartment, in Waldorf

UPDATE 12/23/2025 @ 8:30 P.M.: Rekeia Myshay Reid, 25, of Waldorf, and D’Vontay Keron Allen, 24, of Waldorf, were arrested and charged following a narcotics and firearms investigation at an apartment on Gallery Place, according to court documents. According to court records, officers with the Narcotics Enforcement Section and the Neighborhood Enforcement Team, with assistance from the Charles County Sheriff’s Office Emergency Services Team, executed a search and seizure warrant on December 22, 2025, at an apartment in the...
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UPDATE: Wrong-Way Driver Causes Fatal Crash, Sends One Man to Trauma Center and Four Dogs to Animal Hospital

UPDATE 12/23/2025: Police are continuing the investigation into the fatal crash with witnesses and callers providing statements the vehicle that caused the collision was travelling the wrong-way on Indian Head Highway. The family of the surviving victim were able to provide the following update – Our son was struck by a wrong-way driver and had our four dogs with him (2 labs, a Maltese and Dobi). He remains stable in Trauma bay – we are told surgery is planned....
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Man Dead After Falling More Than 40 Feet During Tree Cutting Accident in Lusby

On Monday, December 22, 2025, at approximately 11:35 a.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services were dispatched to the 600 block of Grenada Lane in Lusby, for the reported long fall. 911 callers reported a 21-year-old male fell more than 18 feet from a tree during a tree cutting accident, Maryland State Police Aviation Command was pre-launched due to the nature of the call. A short time later, 911 callers then reported the man was not breathing. Crews arrived...
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Firefighters Quickly Find and Extinguish Overnight Apparatus Fire in Station 9 After Suspected Electrical Malfunction

In the early morning hours today, Monday, December 22nd, 2025, members of Station 9 were alerted to the smell of smoke within the firehouse. Upon investigation, firefighters discovered an active fire on the exterior of Tower 9, which was parked at the station. Personnel acted swiftly, deploying hose lines, removing the other nearby apparatus from the firehouse, and bringing the fire under control before it could spread further. Following suppression efforts, firefighters conducted a thorough check of the apparatus...
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Pedestrian Flown to Trauma Center After Being Struck by Vehicle in Mechanicsville

On Saturday, December 20, 2025, at approximately 8:40 p.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the area of 27450 Thompson Corner Road in Mechanicsville, for the reported pedestrian struck. The 911 caller reported they struck an unknown aged male in the area of the address and reported the victim was conscious and suffering from a head injury. Crews arrived on the scene to confirm a single pedestrian struck by a vehicle and requested a helicopter to land...
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UPDATE: Man Sentenced to 60-Years for Fatal Shooting of 6-Year-Old Girl in Prince George’s County

Prince George’s County State’s Attorney Tara Jackson announced today that 34-year-old Rakeem Gilgeours has been sentenced to 60 years in prison. Gilgeours was sentenced to the maximum sentence for each count: 25 years for first-degree assault, 20 years for use of a firearm in the commission of a felony, and 15 years for illegal possession of a firearm, all to run consecutively for a total sentence of 60 years, for his role in the neighborhood Fourth of July celebration...
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Helicopter Requested After T-bone Collision Involving Motorcycle in Charlotte Hall Leaves One Trapped

On Friday, December 19, 2025, police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the area of Golden Beach Road and Triangle Drive in Charlotte Hall, for the reported motor vehicle collision involving a motorcycle. Crews arrived on the scene to find a motorcycle and SUV involved in a T-bone style collision with one patient trapped in the SUV. Emergency medical services are evaluating one occupant from the SUV, and the operator of the motorcycle. Maryland State Police Aviation Command...
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UPDATE: GoFundMe Started for Man After Losing Everything in Mechanicsville Trailer Fire

UPDATE 12/22/2025: The American RedCross was contacted to assist the displaced 65-year-olod home occupant. A friend has set up this GoFundMe to assist, as the homeowner lost everything in the fire, including his vehicle. The cause of the fire remains under investigation and updates will be provided when they become available. If you’re unable to assist, we ask that you share to support him! If any list of items needed is provided, they will be shared below. 12/19/2025: On...
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Attorney General Brown Opposes Trump Administration’s Proposed Rollbacks to Endangered Species Act Regulations

Attorney General Anthony G. Brown co-led a multistate coalition of 19 attorneys general in sending a comment letter opposing four proposed rules by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) and National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) that would undermine key regulations implementing the federal Endangered Species Act (ESA) of 1973. The proposed rollbacks would significantly...
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MVA Shares Year-End Safety and Service Reminders for 2026

As 2026 approaches, the Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) encourages residents to start the new year with resolutions focused on roadway safety, while also taking advantage of the convenient services and tools the MVA offers. “We want all Marylanders to be safe, follow the rules of the road and take full...
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Maryland Park Service Launches Miles for Maryland Challenge

The Maryland Park Service is challenging visitors to walk one mile for each year since the founding of our country – 250 miles for America’s 250th. The “Miles for Maryland” Trail Challenge encourages everyone to get outdoors, enjoy the fresh air, and be active in 2026. Visit your nearest park, or explore the state...
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Waldorf Man Claims Third $50K Holiday Raffle Early Bird Prize

With one more drawing remaining in the Maryland Lottery Holiday Raffle, the third $50,000 Early Bird prize has been claimed by a Waldorf man. The winner said he usually purchases his Lottery tickets at Foods In, located at 12549 Mattawoman Drive in Waldorf. After the Dec. 22 Early Bird drawing, he was visiting the Charles County convenience store and...
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St. Mary’s County State’s Attorney’s Office’s 2025: Year in Review – Building on Progress

St. Mary’s County State’s Attorney Jaymi Sterling reflects on 2025, a year filled with continual commitment to safety, justice, victim services, community engagement, and progress. Secured $507,539 in Grant Funding: In her third year, Sterling’s team successfully secured $507,539 in grant funding for victim services and concentrated gun violence prosecution, bringing the cumulative total of...
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Young Elves Spread Christmas Cheer at Chesapeake Shores Nursing Home

The halls of Chesapeake Shores nursing home were filled with holiday joy on Christmas Eve, thanks to three young visitors who decided to share the Christmas spirit with residents. Emma and Cole Raley, along with their cousin Jay Clarke (Leonard), donned their elf costumes and arrived at the facility with arms full of carefully...
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Charles County Scholarship Fair Set for January 15th, 2026

The Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) Scholarship Fair will be held next month at St. Charles High School. Students who are headed to college in the fall and want to learn about applying for scholarships can attend the fair with their families from 6 to 8 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 15. CCPS staff will be...
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Woman Arrested After Assaulting Victim With Knife in Lexington Park

UPDATE 12/29/2025: Niamora Delise Lopez, 20, of Lexington Park, has been charged with first-degree assault and second-degree assault following a reported stabbing incident early Monday morning, December 29, 2025, according to court documents. At approximately 1:03 a.m., officers and emergency medical personnel responded to the 45000 block of Indian Way in Lexington Park for...
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Governor Moore Announces More Than 220,000 Maryland Benefits Applications Completed Since July Launch

Governor Wes Moore announced that Marylanders have completed more than 220,000 applications for critical benefits through the Maryland Benefits One Application, a mobile-friendly tool that helps customers apply for vital benefits. Since its July launch, the system has provided a centralized and easy-to-use online location that allows Marylanders to apply for Medicaid, SNAP, Temporary Assistance...
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Holiday Raffle $50,000 Early Bird Winning Ticket Sold in Waldorf

Lottery players in Waldorf who purchased a Maryland Lottery Holiday Raffle should check their tickets. The third Early Bird drawing took place today awarding one lucky winner a $50,000 prize. The Early Bird winner is Ticket Number 166251, which was sold Dec. 17 at Foods In convenience store located at 12549 Mattawoman Drive in Waldorf. The...
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19-Year-Old Transported with Minor Injuries After Rollover Collision in Waldorf

On Saturday, December 27, 2025, at approximately 5:25 p.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the area of Post Office Road and St. Charles Parkway in Waldorf, for the serious motor vehicle collision with rollover and entrapment. Crews quickly arrived on the scene to find a three-vehicle collision with one overturned and...
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UPDATE: Officers Face No Charges After Fleeing Suspect Runs Red Light Causing Fatal Crash

UPDATE 12/28/2025: Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced his decision not to seek charges in the Friday, March 21, 2025 fatal officer-involved vehicle collision that occurred in Landover, Prince George’s County, Maryland. On March 21, 2025, at approximately 7:30 p.m., Seat Pleasant Police Department (SPPD) officers conducted a traffic stop on a Hyundai sedan....
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Waldorf Woman Arrested for Assault, Drug Paraphernalia, and Repeated Trespassing

Joyce Marie Bayliss, 47, of Waldorf, has been charged in five separate criminal cases between March and December 2025, according to court records from the District Court of Maryland for Charles County. The charges involve allegations of assaulting a law enforcement officer, possession of a controlled dangerous substance, disorderly conduct, and repeated trespassing at...
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Washington, D.C. Man Charged in Calvert County for Identity Fraud During Traffic Stop

John Lee Onley, 29, of North East, Washington, D.C., is facing a criminal charge after allegedly attempting to avoid prosecution by providing false identification during a traffic stop in Calvert County. Onley is charged with one misdemeanor count of fraud to avoid prosecution by assuming another person’s identity, according to court records filed in...
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La Plata Man Charged with DUI, Cocaine Possession After Roadside Stop

Willis Matthews Brooks, 44, of La Plata, has been charged with multiple driving and drug-related offenses following a roadside encounter with law enforcement on December 14, 2025, in Charles County. According to court documents, a Charles County Sheriff’s deputy responded to assist another officer who was helping a motorist with a flat tire along...
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Maryland DNR Provides Guidance Concerning Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza

Early indicators suggest the coming months could be active for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in wild birds again this year. Avian influenza, often called “bird flu,” is an airborne respiratory virus that spreads quickly among birds. While once considered rare in Maryland, the virus is now being detected more commonly in the state’s...
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Don’t Trash The Tree! Recycle Live Christmas Trees at Calvert Convenience Centers Starting Today, December 26th

Calvert County residents are encouraged to recycle their live Christmas trees, wreaths and garland at county convenience centers at no charge, starting Friday, Dec. 26, through Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026. Starting Feb. 1, residents looking to recycle their trees must take them directly to the Appeal Landfill, where standard yard waste fees will apply....
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