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Suspect in Rachel Morin’s Death Indicted by Grand Jury
A grand jury has indicted suspect, Victor Martinez-Hernandez, who's accused of raping and beating Rachel Morin to death while she was out jogging in Maryland in Aug. 2023. (7/3/24) Fore more crime and trial news coverage, visit Court TV
Maryland State Police concerned about drunk driving on Fourth of July
BALTIMORE -- Fourth of July celebrations will kick off tomorrow, and state troopers are on alert for drunk drivers hitting the roads. So far this year, troopers across the state have made more than 2,300 DUI arrests. Megan Moore knows how dangerous drunk driving is -- she lives with the pain of losing her son to drunk driving.Her son, Private Noah Blonder, was killed back in 2021. Blonder was in the passenger seat when the driver at the wheel crashed while driving 50 miles over the speed limit."And yet this 100 percent preventable crime continues," Moore said. "If you are going to...
Maryland Weather: 4th of July heat, muggy, and scattered storms
BALTIMORE -- Expect dry and warm outdoor weather now through Thursday morning. Heat, humidity, & storms return to the forecast for our 4th of July afternoon.Temperatures on this Wednesday afternoon have been seasonably warm with tolerable levels of humidity with sunshine. We will continue with this nice weather straight through the evening & overnight hours. Traveling or any other outdoor activity looks fantastic with warm, dry, and comfortable weather.July 4th will be very hot and muggy. Temperatures will top out in the middle 90s with heat index values running between 100-103 degrees. The day will start with sunshine, but gusty...
Md. DAR honors Joey Piper Mullenax as state Good Citizen winner
The Maryland State Society Daughters of the American Revolution honored Joey Piper Mullenax as the state Good Citizen winner at their State Conference in Ellicott City on May 18. Joey was presented with a monetary award, certificate and challenge coin. Joey is a graduating senior at Boyd J. Michael III...
The road AHEAD: Maryland to be a test-subject state in new federal hospital model
Maryland will be one of two test-subject states for a new federal program that officials hope will improve patient outcomes and bridge inequities while constraining hospital and medical costs. The post The road AHEAD: Maryland to be a test-subject state in new federal hospital model appeared first on Maryland Matters.
'I'm blessed that they gave me the opportunity' | Alexandria Fire Chief sworn in, making history as the first Latino Fire Chief
ALEXANDRIA, Va. — A celebration was held inside Alexandria City Hall Tuesday night, as the new fire chief was officially sworn in. Felipe Hernandez Jr. was sworn in as Alexandria's next Fire Chief, and first permanent Latino Fire Chief. "I think it's important to be a representative, especially for...
Adjusted Hours for Carver Senior Center begin July 8
The Loudoun County Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Services announces that the replacement of the flooring at the Carver Senior Center will begin on Saturday, July 6. During this time the facility will operate during adjusted weekday hours and will be closed each Saturday in July. Beginning July 8,...
Louisa County excited to host VA State Little League Major Baseball Tournament
LOUISA COUNTY, Va. (WVIR) - Louisa County will soon host some of the best little league baseball players in Virginia. District 14 and Louisa Little League will be hosting the 2024 Virginia State Little League Major Baseball Tournament in Louisa County later this month. The tournament will run July 18-23...
In May, Virginia Sportsbooks stunned the public with $60 million in revenue
For May 2024, the Virginia Lottery reported nearly $60 million in gross sports betting revenue. Sportsbook operators had an 11.9% hold on the market. Additionally, revenue was up 24.6% compared to May 2023. That was slightly less than the 25.2% increase in the handle to $505.6 million. Their $60 million in gross sports betting revenue was the fifth-highest total in 41 months of legal wagering in Virginia. Six of the eight highest monthly revenue totals have come in the last nine months. Sportsbooks in Virginia have attained a double-digit hold 21 times, it’s happened 12 times in the last 15 months.
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