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Get the scoop on National Ice Cream Day in the DMV
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — Sunday, July 21 is National Ice Cream Day and, with scorching temperatures forecasted to stick around for the time being, here’s where to grab a scoop in D.C., Maryland and Virginia. Kilwins | D.C.’s Wharf | 663 Water Street SW, Washington, D.C. 20024 In honor of National Ice Cream Day, […]
MD: Sparrows Point Container Terminal To Generate 8,000+ Jobs, Add $1.5 Billion To Maryland’s GDP
Tradepoint Atlantic (TPA) and Terminal Investment Limited (TiL) announced the release of an economic impact study conducted by Infrata that finds that Sparrows Point Container Terminal (SPCT) will have a significant, generational impact on the State of Maryland. By 2035, SPCT is projected to add an additional $1.54 billion annually...
Report Shows How Lawmakers in GOP-Dominated South Harm Workers
"For at least the last 40 years, pay and job quality for workers across the South has been inferior compared to other regions—thanks to the racist and anti-worker Southern economic development model." That's according to a Thursday report by Chandra Childers, a senior policy and economic analyst at the Economic Policy Institute (EPI). The new publication is part of her "Rooted in Racism and Economic Exploitation" series.Previous documents in the series have discussed how "Southern politicians claim that 'business-friendly' policies lead to an abundance of jobs and economic prosperity" but in reality, their failed model is designed "to extract the...
Hisseine Gombo-Tchouli Arrested On Multiple Charges In MD
US Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) says that Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) officers took Hisseine Gombo-Tchouli into custody near his Silver Spring home after being convicted of accessory after the fact of first-degree murder and was later released. According to investigators, Gombo-Tchouli legally entered the country in September 2005...
Maryland construction workers celebrate $1 million lottery prize
FREDERICK, MD—A pair of construction workers drove all the way from Frederick to a Virginia job site before some Maryland Lottery scratch-off fun completely changed their day. The men revealed a $1 million prize on a 100X The Cash scratch-off, consulted one of their bosses, and quickly returned home to celebrate with 18 holes of golf.
Springs Police Arrest Alleged Porch Pirate and Charge Accomplice
Miami Springs Police announced the arrest of Yelena Blanca for allegedly stealing Amazon packages from the front porches of Miami Springs residents. Miami Springs Police allege that the following photo shows Ms. Blanca stealing a package from a Miami Springs residence on July 8th. It’s great to see Miami Springs...
Maryland congressman demands resignation of Secret Service director
BALTIMORE -- U.S. Congressman Andy Harris, from Maryland, is one of many Republican lawmakers demanding the resignation of U.S. Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle following the response to the assassination attempt of former president Donald Trump at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania.Harris told WJZ that the responsibility of the Secret Service is to make sure every venue is safe and that the agency failed to secure the perimeter last weekend.Trump was standing at the podium when shots were fired from about 400 feet away. The former president was injured during the gunfire and an attendee was killed and another was...
Medicaid, childcare get support in Maryland with $148M in state spending reductions
A Maryland board approved $148.3 million in state spending reductions on Wednesday to balance the budget while directing more money to pay for child care and Medicaid — two priorities that Democratic Gov. Wes Moore's administration hopes will help improve a stagnant state economy.The Board of Public Works, which Moore chairs, made cuts across a variety of state agencies to address larger-than-expected demand for Medicaid and a state child care program. The board, which also includes Treasurer Dereck Davis and Comptroller Brooke Lierman, can cut up to 25% of the state's operating budget when the Legislature isn't in session."While it's...
Gov. Moore announces $12.1M to expand electrical vehicle charging stations
MARYLAND (DC News Now) — Maryland Governor Wes Moore announced Wednesday that $12.1 million in federal funding will be used to expand electrical vehicle (EV) charging stations across the state. This comes after the first round of conditional awards was announced to add the sites as part of the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Program. Officials […]
Washington County Ag Expo a much-anticipated annual event
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — It’s that time of year again as the annual Ag Expo is an exciting gathering for the extended farm community. Lauren is a student who views the Expo as a way to prepare for her future. “I want to teach special education and help the kids,” she said. […]
Hagerstown PD Advises Residents To Avoid City Center Amid Shooting Investigation (DEVELOPING)
A midday shooting in Hagerstown is under investigation, police say.Shortly before 1 p.m. on Thursday, July 18, officers were called to investigate a shooting in the 200 block of East Washington Street. According to the Hagerstown Police Department, no suspect has been identified, and the motiv…
I became a proud trad wife at 22 – trolls say I’m ‘pathetic’ & ‘don’t have a brain’ but this is my dream life
A 'TRAD wife' whose typical day revolves around cooking, cleaning, and taking care of the kids, shared how she's constantly told by online trolls she doesn't have a brain. Victoria Yost is a self-proclaimed trad wife, having quit her job to take on all stereotypical gender roles, she is entirely responsible for the household chores including all cleaning and cooking as well as the family's childcare needs 24/7.
Frederick Aldermen Considering Changes To Local Gun Laws
This one would cover bb guns and other similar weapons. Frederick, Md (KM) Possessing, carrying, wearing or brandishing bb guns, air guns, replica firearms and other similar weapons would be prohibited under an amendment to Frederick City’s municipal code being considered by the Board of Aldermen. During a presentation...
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