United States Department of Homeland Security Archives

DHS ends ‘shoes-off’ policy at airport security checkpoints

Posted on July 9, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

WASHINGTON, DC—The Department of Homeland Security announced this week that air travelers will no longer be required to remove their shoes when passing through security screening at Transportation Security Administration (TSA) checkpoints in domestic airports. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem stated the new policy aims to enhance traveler convenience and reduce wait times at security checkpoints. “Ending the ‘Shoes-Off’ policy […]

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Maryland officials urge safe Fourth of July celebrations, back public fireworks displays

Posted on June 30, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—As the Fourth of July holiday approaches, Maryland fire officials and public safety partners are urging residents to prioritize safety by attending licensed, professional fireworks displays rather than using consumer fireworks. The Office of the State Fire Marshal, joined by the Howard County Department of Fire and Rescue Services, have announced that 139 public fireworks displays are scheduled across […]

ICE arrests MS-13 gang member in Maryland after four prior deportations

Posted on June 2, 2025 by News Desk

BALTIMORE, MD—U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested a 20-year-old Salvadoran national and validated MS-13 gang member in Frederick, Maryland, on May 27, marking his fifth apprehension after four previous deportations, ICE officials said. Moises Alberto Figueroa-Bonilla, who is illegally present in the U.S., was taken into custody at his residence, according to ICE. The agency described Figueroa as a threat […]

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Governor Moore slams Trump’s budget proposal as ‘fiscal sabotage’

Posted on May 2, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore on Friday slammed President Donald Trump’s fiscal year 2026 budget proposal. The White House on Friday unveiled a stripped down version of its budget proposal for FY 2026. In a letter to Senate Appropriations Committee Chair Susan Collins (R-Maine), Office of Management and Budget Director Russell Vought announced that the president’s budget would reduce base nondefense […]

Former Harford County Sheriff’s Office detective facing federal charges for sexual exploitation of two minors

Posted on March 13, 2025 by News Desk

BALTIMORE, MD—A former detective with the Harford County Sheriff’s Office is facing federal charges relating to the sexual exploitation of two children. A federal grand jury has indicted Ryan Christopher Hall, 50, of Woodstock, Maryland, charging him with sexual exploitation of a child and possession of child sexual abuse material. Hall is a former domestic violence detective who served 27 […]

High-ranking MS-13 leader arrested in Maryland

Posted on March 4, 2025 by News Desk

BALTIMORE, MD—A high-ranking leader in the MS-13 transnational terrorist organization was arrested in Hyattsville, Maryland last month, according to authorities. David Alejandro Orellana-Aleman, 27, was arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the FBI on February 27, 2025. He is charged in his home country with possession of firearm, extortion, and terrorist affiliation, ICE said in a press […]

Maryland AG Brown joins coalition against organized retail crime

Posted on February 27, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown has joined a bipartisan coalition of 38 states and territories urging Congress to pass legislation addressing the rise of organized retail crime. The coalition highlighted the significant financial losses and impact on consumers and businesses caused by this growing problem. Organized retail crime, which includes cargo theft and other forms of coordinated criminal activity […]

Maryland MVA launches app for businesses to accept mobile IDs for age verification

Posted on November 19, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Transportation’s Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) has launched a new mobile app, Mobile ID Check by MD, enabling businesses to accept mobile driver’s licenses and identification cards for age verification. The free app, available for download on the Apple App Store and Google Play, aims to provide a secure and convenient way for businesses to verify […]

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