BALTIMORE, MD—A man with a history of handgun convictions was found guilty of first-degree murder Monday in the fatal shooting of a 34-year-old man last year, the Baltimore City State’s Attorney’s Office announced. A jury convicted Amir Barnes-Henderson of first-degree murder and other related charges in the death of Gary Lee Matthews. Barnes-Henderson, who prosecutors identified as a “repeat violent […]
BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland State Police arrested three men and recovered two loaded handguns during a traffic stop in Baltimore County on Saturday night, officials announced Monday. Brandon Darrell Thomas Jr., 20, and Keshon Terrance Greene, 18, both of Middle River, along with De’Sean Devontay Thornton, 19, of Baltimore, were arrested following the stop on the outer loop of I-695. All three […]
BALTIMORE, MD—Two Maryland delegates are urging the Baltimore County Council to reject the appointment of Khadija Walker as the next Inspector General and to instead reappoint the current officeholder, Kelly Madigan, as the debate over the position intensifies ahead of a scheduled vote. Delegates Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga issued a joint statement voicing their “strong support” for Madigan, who […]
BALTIMORE, MD—A Maryland Lottery player purchased 40 identical Pick 5 tickets and hit the jackpot for a $1 million prize, the largest win in the state over the past week. Each of the winning tickets, purchased for 50 cents apiece in Salisbury, featured the same combination of numbers. The player, who has not been identified, redeemed all 40 winning tickets […]
BALTIMORE, MD—The average price of gasoline in the U.S. has increased for the second consecutive week, rising to $3.11 per gallon, though a recent move by OPEC+ could soon reverse the trend, according to data from GasBuddy. The national average is up 1.2 cents from a week ago and 1.3 cents from a month ago, but remains 32.8 cents lower […]
BALTIMORE, MD—A massive piece of equipment will be transported from the Port of Baltimore to the Pennsylvania line overnight. The Maryland State Highway Administration says the move will begin at 7 p.m. on Monday, August 4 and end at 6 a.m. on Tuesday, August 5th. The operation involves a large transport vehicle carrying a 565,000-pound transformer. The mega move will […]
BALTIMORE, MD—Every state has its own signature dish – think gumbo in South Carolina, key lime pie in Florida, or deep-dish pizza in Illinois. But while most Americans can name their state’s year-round food claim to fame, far fewer realize that many states also have their own seasonal summer specialties. These dishes aren’t just delicious – they capture the mood, […]
UPDATE 2: The leak has been contained and units are clearing the scene. UPDATE: Authorities confirm a chemical leak at Tilley Distribution. No injuries have been reported and there is no threat to the community. Residents and motorists should avoid the area as crews continue to work at the scene. Original story below… ——— MIDDLE RIVER, MD—Hazmat crews are responding […]