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Historic Pimlico Race Course to Undergo Major Renovations, Maryland Takes Ownership Ahead of Upgrades
The Pimlico Race Course, steeped in the history of American horse racing, is slated to shut down operations on September 1, to undergo substantial renovations. This anticipated closure was confirmed in a Facebook post by the race course itself and is a part of the wider-reaching Pimlico Plus plan which received legislative approval earlier this year, according to WMAR2.
Debate Over AP African American Studies Course Heats Up, Maryland School Board Rejects Program
A Maryland School Board has officially rejected an amended AP African American Studies course that was scheduled to launch in classrooms during the fall school year. The attack on Black history continues after a Maryland school board voted against an African American Studies course, citing it as too “divisive.”
Maryland's Wes Moore stands by Biden as governors visit White House
BALTIMORE -- Maryland Gov. Wes Moore joined several Democratic governors at the White House on Wednesday to meet with President Joe Biden over concerns in the aftermath of last week's shaky debate.Moore told reporters that he will continue to stand by the president, who is challenging Donald Trump on the November ballot.Biden made it clear on Wednesday that he will remain in the presidential race despite receiving backlash and concern over the June 27 debate."We were also honest about the fact that as the president continued to tell us and show us that he was all in, we said that...
Dozens of teams from across the country to compete in Maryland kickball tournament this weekend
UPPER MARLBORO, Md. — The variety of viewing possibilities on streaming platforms for sports fans seems never-ending, even for a game some may not have thought of in years. With the Orioles on the road this weekend, sports fans can head to Liberty Sports Park, in Upper Marlboro, for a blast from the past: kickball.
58-year-old man dies in Baltimore County house fire
GWYNN OAK, MD—A 58-year-old man died on Wednesday night in a one-alarm house fire in Baltimore County. The victim has been identified as Michael James Smith of the 1500-block of Langford Road, Gwynn Oak. At just after 11:30 p.m. on July 3, crews responded to the 1500-block of Langford...
Unlike Maryland, Delaware has made upgraded bridge pier protection a reality
After the 116,851-ton container ship Dali slammed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge, collapsing it into the Patapsco River, an alarming fact became widely known: The structures designed to protect it from ship strikes installed half a century ago were no match for the huge vessels plying the waters today.
Shrewsbury woman, 96, killed in Adams County crash
ADAMS COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — A 96-year-old woman is dead after a two-vehicle crash in Thursday Tyrone Township. Fuji Smith of Shrewsbury died at the Gettysburg Hospital from injures she got in the crash, according to Pennsylvania State Police. The wreck happened when a 2023 Nissan Rogue tried to...
Assault at Montgomery Mall in Bethesda
Montgomery County police responded to a report of a 2nd-degree assault at Westfield Montgomery Mall in Bethesda Monday night, July 1, 2024. The assault was reported at the mall at 8:40 PM Monday. This is the eighth assault reported at the popular retail center this year, as violent crime at...
Asking about household guns should be a 'social norm', says pediatric nurse practitioner
WASHINGTON (7News) — A Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) survey found about half of American households that have a gun, there is at least one that is loaded and unlocked. The US Surgeon General declared gun violence a public health crisis and wants safe and secure firearm...
Fireworks Confiscated From Fiery I-270 Crash Scene In Montgomery County, Officials Say
First responders were called to a stretch of the southbound lanes of the interstate at around 4 a.m. near Montrose Road in Rockville, where there was a reported crash involving two vehicles, one of which was fully engulfed in flames. According to a Montgomery County Fire and EMS spokesperson, three...
3 injured, illegal fireworks spread across roadway after Montgomery Co. car crash
A fiery early morning crash Wednesday on Interstate 270 in Montgomery County, Maryland, left at least three people injured and scattered illegal fireworks across the roadway, according to Montgomery County Fire and Rescue. Montgomery County officials said the crash happened around 4 a.m. on I-270 near Montrose Road in Rockville...
Man hospitalized after early morning shooting in West Baltimore
(WBFF) — A shooting on North Rosedale Street left one man hospitalized this morning. Just after 6:30 this morning, Baltimore police officers responded to a reported shooting at the 900 block of North Rosedale Street. Once there, officers located an unresponsive adult male suffering from apparent life-threatening gunshot wounds.
Man Killed in Southwest District
Thank you for reading Baltimore Witness. Help us continue our mission into 2024. On July 4, at approximately 1:49 a.m., Southwest District patrol officers responded to the 2700 block of West Franklin Street for a report of a shooting. Once there, Baltimore Police Department officers located 26-year-old Kenshawn Goode suffering...
Urban Air Adventure Park Set to Launch in Glen Burnie's Harundale Plaza with Exciting Family Activities
Glen Burnie's Harundale Plaza is gearing up for the opening of a new family attraction, Urban Air Adventure Park, an indoor park that offers a myriad of activities aimed at providing a fun escape for all ages. Slated to open doors on July 13 at 10 a.m., the park is situated at 7702 Ritchie Highway, Suite 11-A, ready to provide an adrenaline-packed venue with attractions that include climbing walls, a warrior course, laser tag, and a Sky Rider—which is essentially a zipline-like experience, as reported by WMAR2.
19-year-old arrested for possession of handgun
BALTIMORE (WBFF) — A 19-year-old was arrested for possession of a handgun, according to Baltimore Police. Around 4:15 p.m., detectives observed a man displaying characteristics of an armed person in the 2400 block of Cold Spring Lane, police said. Detectives attempted to stop the man who fled on foot...
More trucks roll through NY, NJ ports after Baltimore bridge collapse
New York Harbor's seaports saw an uptick in truck traffic after the collapse of Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore. New York Harbor's seaports have seen more action since the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge closed the Port of Baltimore, but that's brought additional truck traffic and environmental concerns to areas of Newark and Elizabeth. [ more › ]
FOX45 cranks up the heat: Grill masters from Fogo De Chao serve steak this July 4th.
FOX45 stepped up their grill game this Independence Day, we called in the experts at Fogo De Chao to serve up the steak. Restaurant manager at their DC location, Gilson De Oliveria, explained all the best cuts you can taste. Their best advice: season only with salt, and keep the...
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