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Baltimore teacher lived in same apartment complex as 12-year-old he's accused of raping, documents show
BALTIMORE -- A Mervo High School teacher accused of sexually assaulting a 12-year-old girl was denied bail.Lewis Laury, 24, was charged with second-degree rape and sexual offense in the third degree.Laury works for Baltimore City Public Schools, but police say the crimes happened in his apartment in Baltimore County. The two lived in the same apartment complex, according to court documents obtained by WJZ.Despite Laury having no criminal history before these charges, the judge said she is concerned by the details of the case.Laury, who is also a law school student, according to his public defender, is an accused rapist...
Woman with active armed robbery warrant arrested in northeast Baltimore
Baltimore (WBFF) — A 30-year-old woman was arrested with an active armed robbery warrant on Tuesday afternoon in northeast Baltimore. Police say on July 2 around 1 p.m., detectives were conducting an investigation in the 6900 block of Harford Road. During their investigation, detectives arrested a 30-year-old woman who...
Calls for statewide policy for complying with ICE detainers
BALTIMORE (WBFF) — The arrest of Rachel Morin's alleged killer Victor Martinez Hernandez, an undocumented immigrant from El Salvador, has struck a chord across the country. Several jurisdictions do not honor ICE detainers, meaning federal immigration officials don’t know if a suspect they have on a list to be detained is released from custody.
Stadium Authority approves Populous and Gilbane to lead Oriole Park improvements
Populous, a globally-recognized sports architecture firm, has been chosen to lead the design team that will make hundreds of millions of dollars’ worth of capital improvements to Oriole Park at Camden Yards. The Maryland Stadium Authority voted on Tuesday to approve the selection of the Kansas City-based sports design...
Unveiling The Most Violent Town in Maryland: A Closer Look
Maryland, known for its picturesque landscapes, historical landmarks, and bustling cities, is a state rich in culture and diversity. However, like any state, Maryland has its share of crime, and some areas are more affected than others. This article delves into the most violent town in Maryland, providing an in-depth look at the factors contributing to its high crime rates, the impact on its residents, and the measures being taken to address the issue.
Rye Street Tavern to reopen July 15 with Southern-inspired menu
Rye Street Tavern will reopen July 15 with a Southern-inspired menu after undergoing a redevelopment under new owners Washington, D.C.-based Clyde’s Restaurant Group. CRG has collaborated with Grizform Design Architects to revamp the two-story, 12-000-square-foot property at Baltimore Peninsula. The restaurant and event venue features five dining areas, three...
Police: Man fatally shot near Baltimore County elementary school
A person was shot and killed near a school late Monday, according to Baltimore County police. Officers were called around 10 p.m. to a location near Colgate Elementary School for shots fired. Police said officers found a man suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. He died at the scene. Police on...
Urgent Search for Missing 13-Year-Old Girl in Baltimore
Baltimore, MD – The Baltimore Police Department is urgently requesting public assistance to locate 13-year-old Cadence Hammond, reported missing from the Eastern District. Cadence was last seen in the 4000…
Bmore Social: Maryland Science Center’s 47th Annual Solstice Gala
A visual recap of the summer soiree that supports the museum's free field trips for students. Maryland Science Center’s 47th Annual Solstice Gala. The Maryland Science Center welcomed some 500 guests to celebrate the start of the season with what could—quite literally—be described as a hot summer shindig. Temperatures outside hovered in the 90s, while the atmosphere inside offered air-conditioned spaces but with a hot, jazzy vibe. There were buffets and bars to browse, science experiments to observe or participate in, and live performances to groove to. The gala garnered some $220,000 to underwrite the Science Center’s free admission policy for student field trips.
911 Caller Dies Before Questioning About 2022 Murder
Thank you for reading Baltimore Witness. Help us continue our mission into 2024. A Baltimore Police Department (BPD) detective said during a murder trial in Baltimore City Circuit Court that a 911 caller died before he could be interviewed by detectives. Samuel Cole, 36, is charged with first-degree murder, firearm...
Baltimore nurses at largest Catholic health network in US fight on for first contract
On the morning of Thursday, June 20, unionized nurses at Ascension St. Agnes Hospital in Baltimore held a rally outside the hospital to raise awareness of their efforts to secure a first contract and to show management that they’re not backing down from their core demands for safe staffing and an operational model that puts patients and patient care first. “St. Agnes nurses are calling on Ascension to accept their proposals to improve safe staffing and, subsequently, nurse retention,” a press release from National Nurses Organizing Committee/National Nurses United (NNOC/NNU) stated. “Nearly 20 percent of nurses at St. Agnes began employment at the hospital after January 1 of this year. Meanwhile, just over a third of nurses have more than four years of experience at the hospital… The Catholic hospital system is one of the largest in the country with 140 hospitals in 19 states and also one of the wealthiest, with cash reserves, an investment company, and a private equity operation worth billions of dollars—and, because of its nonprofit status, is exempt from paying federal taxes.” In this on-the-ground episode, we take you to the NNOC/NNU picket line and speak with Nicki Horvat, an RN in the Neonatal Intensive Care unit at Ascension St. Agnes and member of the bargaining team, about what she and her coworkers are fighting for.
Orioles catching prospect Samuel Basallo to play in MLB All-Star Futures Game
For the second straight year, the Orioles will have a teenager in the Futures Game. Samuel Basallo, the No. 2 catching prospect in baseball, was named to the American League’s roster in the MLB All-Star Futures Game later this month — a showcase of the sport’s top minor league talent. Basallo, 19, follows Jackson Holliday, baseball’s top prospect, after the middle infielder participated in ...
Baltimore Police Commissioner Worley speaks on city’s drop in homicides
Baltimore Police Commissioner Richard Worley is shedding light on a city-wide drop in homicides over the first six months of 2024. So far through 2024, the city has reported 89 homicides. That is 50 homicides less than this time last year. When speaking with WBAL-TV 11 on Monday, Worley said...
Baltimore Tech Hub skipped for millions in federal funding, will reapply in second round
BALTIMORE -- The Baltimore Tech Hub, one of 31 federal "Tech Hubs" designated last year, was skipped for a cut of $504 million in the first round of funding for the program. The Biden Administration on Tuesday announced the first 12 hubs to receive funding, with allotments ranging from $19 million to $51 million. The Greater Baltimore Committee, a consortium that heads the Baltimore Tech Hub, will get a $500,000 grant to support its reapplication in the next round of funding in the five-year, $10 billion project. "[The U.S. Department of] Commerce announced in April that the hubs collectively submitted 182...
Midday on Politics: Concerns over Biden has Democrats considering a change
A shaky debate performance last week caused members of the Democratic party to question if the 81-year-old incumbent is the right choice as their candidate. A New York Times/Siena College poll showed that 69 percent of voters, including 55 percent of Biden voters, said Biden is too old to be an effective president.
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