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Brooklyn man sentenced to 45 years in prison in killing of man in Royal Farms store
TOWSON, Md. — A Baltimore County judge sentenced the man convicted of killing a Royal Farms customer in 2021, bringing justice, the victim's family said, over a "cowardice act." Ervin Meeks Jr., 28, of Brooklyn, apologized Thursday in Baltimore County Circuit Court before receiving a life prison term, with...
Annapolis Library Celebrates Diversity with 'Artists Without Limits Art Exhibit'
Artistic expression knows no boundaries, and the Artists Without Limits Art Exhibit is a shimmering testament to this fact. Showcasing talent from Anne Arundel County's disabled community, the exhibit is on track to once again highlight the remarkable and diverse capabilities of these individuals. The Michael E. Busch Annapolis Library is set to host this spectacular display of creativity starting today, as reported by Anne Arundel County.
Fool me twice: Orioles open to making the same mistake that led to 2023 trade deadline disappointment
The Baltimore Orioles remain one of the American League's top teams. But they have plenty of needs to address at the trade deadline. Their biggest needs are with their starting rotation. Despite being led by Corbin Burnes, they are down three men, with John Means, Kyle Bradish, and Tyler Wells all out for the season recovering from Tommy John surgery.
Councilman Marks to recommend downzoning 18 acres along Bird River
WHITE MARSH, MD—Baltimore County Councilman David Marks on Thursday announced rezoning recommendations designed to reduce the impact of development on the Bird River. First, Councilman Marks will recommend classifying nearly 18 acres of land on the southern side of the Bird River near White Marsh Run to RC 20, removing an existing industrial zoning. The new classification is designed to better protect this critical area of the Bird River region from development.
Meet The First Black Woman To Own An Entire Block On Baltimore’s Waterfront
This Black woman media mogul is buying back the block. Read more about Dr. Vonnya Pettigrew's powerful story inside. The post Meet The First Black Woman To Own An Entire Block On Baltimore’s Waterfront appeared first on NewsOne.
Teen Suspected of Attempted Exxon Break-In Arrested in Glen Burnie, Accomplice Sought by Police
In an early morning incident at Glen Burnie, police responding to a 911 call arrested a 16-year-old male suspected of attempting to break into an Exxon gas station. The Anne Arundel County Police Department reported that the call came in at approximately 12:40 a.m. for an attempted burglary at 720 Aquahart Road. An officer, already monitoring the Computer Aided Dispatch system, arrived on the scene to find one of the suspects at the shattered entrance before any formal dispatch was issued.
Governors Tout Federal Funding to Meet 2035 Gas Powered Car Ban Deadline
TRENTON, NJ — On Monday, July 22, the Biden-Harris Administration announced the allocation of over $4.3 billion in Climate Pollution Reduction Grants to support community-driven climate initiatives. Among the recipients,…
18-year-old injured in late-night Columbia shooting, police say
HOWARD COUNTY, MD (WBFF) — Howard County police are investigating a shooting in Columbia in with one person injured. At approximately 10:25 p.m. on July 25, police responded to the 9600 block of Whiteacre Road for a report of gunshots and located an 18-year-old male with a single gunshot wound.
Co-Defendant Pleads Guilty in Murder of 18-Year-Old Woman Found in Shallow Grave
A 23-year-old man pleaded guilty to first-degree murder on Thursday for the death of Rosa Sanchez Merino, whose remains were found in a shallow grave last September in Olney. According to the Montgomery County State’s Attorney’s Office, “In the Circuit Court for Montgomery County, MD, before the Honorable Theresa Chernosky, defendant, Roberto Rivera-Delgado, 23, of unknown address, pleaded guilty to first-degree murder, conspiracy to commit first-degree murder, and participating in a criminal organization resulting in death. The plea hearing was held yesterday, July 25, 2024. Rivera-Delgado faces the potential of life in prison. A sentencing hearing is scheduled for June 13, 2025.
Brett Teach Leads Columbus United FC to Conference, Regional Titles; Eyes NPSL Championship
EMMITSBURG, Md. (July 25, 2024) – First-year Mount St. Mary's head coach Brett Teach spent the summer coaching Columbus United FC and has ignited the team in their inaugural season to a semifinals appearance in the National Premier Soccer League. The team takes on FC Motown at 7 p.m....
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