Police searching for vehicle involved in fatal I-97 hit-and-run that killed 7-year-old

MILLERSVILLE, MD—Maryland State Police are investigating a fatal hit-and-run crash that killed a 7-year-old boy in Anne Arundel County on Sunday night. The boy, who was a rear passenger in a 2011 Mazda 3, died after he was ejected from the vehicle and struck by another car. Police said the crash occurred shortly before 7:30 p.m. on Interstate 97 north […]

Attorney General Brown announces charges against 4 individuals for ‘flash mob’ robberies in Baltimore County, across Maryland

BALTIMORE, MD—Attorney General Anthony G. Brown on Monday announced the indictments of four individuals for their roles in a criminal organization responsible for approximately $800,000 in retail burglaries and thefts across at least six jurisdictions in Maryland. The investigation was led by the Gaithersburg and Montgomery County Police Departments. “Organized retail crimes are not victimless. Stealing hundreds of thousands of […]

Baltimore County landscaper hits $500K lottery jackpot

BALTIMORE, MD—A Baltimore County man has won $500,000 from a Maryland Lottery scratch-off ticket. The landscaper, who chose to remain anonymous, bought two $20 $500,000 Crossword scratch-off tickets from a 7-Eleven located at 1001 Aviation Boulevard in Anne Arundel County. After scratching the tickets at home, he discovered he had won the top prize on one of them. Playing scratch-offs […]

Maryland invests $20 million in historic revitalization

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore has announced the awarding of $20 million in historic revitalization tax credits through the Maryland Historical Trust. The funding will support 10 projects totaling more than $236 million in estimated costs, including affordable housing, makerspaces, and community facilities. Moore emphasized the importance of preserving Maryland’s history. Moore declared, “Our history is our power.” “And in Maryland, […]

Mega Millions produces new Maryland millionaire

BALTIMORE, MD—A Maryland truck driver is $1 million richer after uncovering a second-tier Mega Millions prize on a ticket he almost threw away. An Anne Arundel County man told Maryland Lottery officials this week that he buys tickets weekly. Each time, he selects a different set of games, including Mega Millions. He usually checks his tickets carefully, but was interrupted […]

Maryland 2024 Volunteer Fire Assistance grants help local firefighters enhance wildfire protection

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Natural Resources Forest Service has awarded Volunteer Fire Assistance grants to 55 volunteer fire departments across 18 counties in the state to help enhance wildland fire protection in rural communities, according to a press release. The grants were given to 55 volunteer fire departments out of 64 that applied for funding from the Maryland Forest […]

Maryland casinos generate $160.5 million in gaming revenue during October

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland’s six casinos combined to generate $160,524,322 in revenue from slot machines and table games during October 2024, an increase of $712,557 (0.4%) compared to October 2023. Casino gaming contributions to the state during October 2024 totaled $68,562,306, an increase of $1,307,235 (1.9 %) compared to October 2023. Contributions to the Education Trust Fund during October 2024 were $49,460,899, […]

Fall Foliage peaks on Maryland’s Eastern Shore

BALTIMORE, MD—Harriet Tubman State Park’s Eastern Shore foliage has hit its peak for the season, with vibrant reds, oranges, and yellows. According to the Department of Natural Resources, Western Maryland is nearing the end of its fall foliage season, but there are still some pockets of color to be found. “While we are past peak, the woods remain wonderful,” said […]