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Nottingham hospital employee sentenced to 18 years in prison for producing exploitative images of unconscious minor patient

Posted on August 5, 2022 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—A Nottingham man has been sentenced to prison for production of child pornography involving an underage female patient who was unconscious at the time. U.S. District Judge Catherine C. Blake sentenced Donald Benson, 42, of Nottingham, to 18 years in federal prison, followed by a lifetime of supervised release, for production of child pornography. Judge Blake also ordered that, […]

Tornado Waterspout Smith Island Maryland 20220804

Tornadic waterspout rips through Smith Island [VIDEO]

Posted on August 5, 2022 by Chris Montcalmo

SMITH ISLAND, MD—A waterspout ran aground during Thursday evening’s severe storms in Maryland, injuring at least one person. Video shared on social media shows the waterspout moving along the water on Smith Island, then continuing onto land, causing significant damage, according to Governor Larry Hogan. “Somerset County is reporting that a waterspout landed onshore, causing significant damage on Smith Island,” […]

BCPS invites students 16 and older to apply for CareerLINK to receive career preparation services

Posted on August 5, 2022 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Public Schools’ officials are encouraging eligible youth to apply for a program designed to assist students from low-income families in preparing for careers and removing academic barriers. Students who enroll in the CareerLINK program will receive individualized support aligned with their interests, needs, and goals, and will participate in workshops related to financial planning, career readiness, and […]

Governor Hogan, federal officials announce $22.9 million grant to expand Maryland’s offshore wind workforce

Posted on August 5, 2022 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan this week joined federal officials at Tradepoint Atlantic to announce the awarding of a $22.9 million American Rescue Plan Good Jobs Challenge grant for the Maryland Department of Labor to implement a new apprenticeship model to support the region’s growing offshore wind industry. Maryland’s project is one of 32 chosen nationwide out of more than 500 […]

NWS Baltimore Storm Probability 20220804

Storms chances to increase in Baltimore area heading into weekend

Posted on August 4, 2022 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service says a series of active weather days loom ahead in the Baltimore area. Thursday brings hot and humid conditions with heat indices in the 100-105 degree range. A few strong to severe storms and isolated flooding are possible by Thursday afternoon. A Heat Advisory remains in effect through 8 p.m. on Thursday evening. On Friday […]

8-year-old girl killed in Towson shooting

Posted on August 4, 2022 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—Authorities are investigating a Wednesday night shooting near Towson that left an 8-year-old girl dead. At just before 9:30 p.m. on August 3, officers responded to the 6300-block of Sherwood Road in Idlewylde (21239) for a reported shooting. When officers arrived, they discovered an 8-year-old shooting victim in the basement of the home who had been critically injured. Medics […]

Governor Hogan announces opening of application window for Child Care Stabilization Grants

Posted on August 4, 2022 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan this week announced that the Maryland State Department of Education has opened the application window for the Child Care Stabilization Grant Program and will be accepting applications through Monday, August 29, 2022. Through this program, MSDE will distribute $50 million in state funding to help address the financial burdens and operational challenges faced by child care […]

Baltimore County Public Schools officials announce BCPSfest 2022

Posted on August 4, 2022 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Public Schools officials have announced the date and details for BCPSfest 2022, a free outdoor festival to kick of the 2022 – 2023 school year. The event will take place 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Saturday, August 20, 2022 at the George Washington Carver Center for Arts and Technology in Towson. From BCPS’ official announcement: Enjoy […]