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11 TV Hill: GBC on boosting Baltimore's economy
Outside of Baltimore City Hall, the Greater Baltimore Committee is focused on the city's economic development. GBC's president and CEO, Mark Anthony Thomas, tells 11 TV Hill what his organization is doing to support that effort.
BARCS air conditioning unit restored in animal rooms, following three-day hiatus
The Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter (BARCS) announced Saturday night that air conditioning in their building has been partially restored. “On July Fourth, this area lost electricity and unfortunately that affected our building and our air conditioning units here at the shelter,” said BARCS Executive Director Jen Brause. “So, the animal rooms (did) not have air condition from the building unit itself.”
Teen arrested with loaded handgun during burglary investigation on South High Street
BALTIMORE (WBFF) — A teen was arrested with a loaded handgun during a burglary investigation on South High Street early Sunday morning. According to police, at approximately 3 a.m., Citywide Enforcement Team officers were conducting an investigation in the unit block of South High Street, regarding a recent commercial burglary.
11 TV Hill: Shifting image of Baltimore amid crime reduction
Baltimore is making historic gains when it comes to reducing violent crime. The first six months of 2024 have already ended with 92 fewer shooting victims and 50 fewer homicides compared to last year. A little more than a month ago, the White House praised Baltimore's efforts on this front as new data emerges from the Baltimore Police Department. Baltimore Police Commissioner Richard Worley shares with 11 TV Hill how the city's crimefighting efforts have evolved and how the cases are being solved.
Fatal house fire in Gwynn Oak claims life of 58-year-old man
BALTIMORE (WBFF) — A 58-year-old man died Wednesday night in a one-alarm Gwynn Oak house fire according to Baltimore County Fire Department. According to fire officials, the victim is Michael James Smith of the 1500 block of Langford Road, Gwynn Oak. Fire crews responded to the 1500 block of...
Baltimore Police Seize Large Cache of Controlled Substances During Early Morning Operation in Southwest District
Baltimore Police officers recently conducted an operation targeting illegal drug activities in the city's Southwest District, which resulted in a significant confiscation of controlled dangerous substances (CDS). In the early morning of July 6, a report tipped off the authorities about children allegedly dealing drugs on the 1700 block of Lemmon Street. When officers arrived around 2:35 a.m., they could not find any individuals actively selling drugs, according to the Baltimore Police.
Minnesota Vikings CB Khyree Jackson among three killed in crash in Prince George’s County
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — Maryland State Police said it’s investigating a crash that killed three people, including Minnesota Vikings CB Khyree Jackson early Saturday morning in Upper Marlboro. Police said that at about 3:15 a.m., they responded to a crash on Route 4/Pennsylvania Avenue and Presidential Parkway north of Dower House […]
'My boy is home': French Bulldog returned to owner after extortion attempt; 2 men arrested
WASHINGTON (7News) — It's a sweet reunion for southeast D.C. resident Jaineen Brown and her beloved 2-year-old French Bulldog, Yurman. One week ago, 7News told you about Brown, who had Yurman stolen from her at gunpoint on June 30. Now, Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) officials have confirmed that Yurman...
Mayor Bowser Declares Extended Heat Emergency in Washington, D.C. Amid Scorching Temperatures
With temperatures soaring to potentially dangerous levels, Mayor Muriel Bowser has activated an Extended Heat Emergency in Washington, D.C., which will be in effect from Friday, July 5 through Tuesday, July 9. The Mayor's office is urging the public to remain cautious during this period as the thermometer is expected to register 95 degrees Fahrenheit or beyond. According to the announcement, the combination of high temperatures and humidity can lead to heat-related illnesses, and all residents are encouraged to utilize available resources to remain safe.
Police Discover Man Shot in the Head on Woodbrook Avenue
Thank you for reading Baltimore Witness. Help us continue our mission into 2024. On July 5, at approximately 8:05 p.m., Baltimore Police Department officers responded to the 2400 block of Woodbrook Avenue to investigate a reported shooting. Upon arrival, officers located a 31-year-old male victim suffering from an apparent gunshot...
Baltimore gas prices nudge up slightly, averaging $3.57 per gallon this week
BALTIMORE, MD (WBFF) — Average gasoline prices in Baltimore have risen 0.8 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.57/g today, according to GasBuddy's survey of 663 stations in Baltimore. Prices in Baltimore are 6.7 cents per gallon higher than a month ago and stand 0.6 cents per...
SNL Cast Members Coming to Montgomery College for Stand-up Comedy Event
Current SNL cast members Mikey Day and Ego Nwodim will be performing stand-up comedy at Montgomery College’s Robert E Parilla Performing Arts Center in Rockville on Tuesday, September 10. Tickets are $41-43 and can be purchased here. Per Montgomery College: “Actor, comedian, and writer Mikey Day is a cast...
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