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Immigration policy in Maryland on FOX45 News In Depth
BALTIMORE (WBFF) — Immigration policy is not just a southern border issue, it impacts Maryland, too. FOX45’s Mikenzie Frost goes In Depth to find out just how much. Prepare to explore important questions like how illegal migrants found guilty of crimes are tried differently based on where they live in Maryland? Should there be a statewide policy? Is that even legal?
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.
Man arrested for fatal Dundalk shooting
DUNDALK, MD—A man has been arrested and charged with first-degree murder in connection with a fatal shooting that took place in Dundalk last month, Baltimore County police say. Detectives say 27-year-old Deandre Stokes was also charged with other firearms-related charges for the July 1 shooting in the 7700 block...
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.
Officials in the Kalamazoo area call on Whitmer to challenge FEMA’s refusal of aid for the storms on May 7
Financial aid for businesses and families attempting to rebuild in Kalamazoo, Cass, Branch, and St. Joseph counties would have been made available through the declaration. In a written statement, State Senator Sean McCann of Kalamazoo expressed his dissatisfaction with the ruling. McCann expressed disappointment over the decision that affects real...
Montgomery County Launches MoCoConnect Community Camera Sharing Program
Montgomery County Police have introduced MoCoConnect, a new initiative allowing residents to register their home security cameras voluntarily and indicate their willingness to be contacted if a crime occurs. According to Police Chief Marc Yamada, the program is organized in collaboration with Fusus by Axon and allows for camera integration,...
Two Injured After Crashing Through Guardrail, Hanging Off Wall In Germantown
Shortly before 8 a.m., first responders in Montgomery County were called to the 19800 block of Century Boulevard near Commons Drive in Germantown, when a vehicle hopped a curb, went through a guardrail and was "suspended off (an) elevated area wall," according to officials. The car wound up dangling over...
Groups demonstrate in downtown Baltimore against investing in gas infrastructure
A coalition of groups demonstrated Thursday in downtown Baltimore over gas. The coalition, including members of CASA, the Climate Action Network and the Maryland PIRG Foundation, called on Maryland's utilities to stop investing in gas infrastructure. A report from the Office of the People's Counsel found gas utility spending increased...
SUN: How Baltimore’s old Memorial Stadium lives on
For history detectives who search around the Memorial Stadium site there are visible chunks of concrete, a brick or two and rebar west of third base. It’s a reminder of the Baltimore sports arena that served the Orioles, Colts and Ravens in a stretch of history that goes back to 1922.
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.
Detective Says DNA on Knife Links Suspect to Murder
Thank you for reading Baltimore Witness. Help us continue our mission into 2024. A Baltimore Police Department (BPD) detective testified against a homicide defendant in Baltimore City Circuit Court on July 25. Alphonso Ward, 47, is charged with first-degree murder and possession of a deadly weapon with intent to injure...
Counsel Give Closing Arguments in Shooting That Left Victim Partially Blind
Thank you for reading Baltimore Witness. Help us continue our mission into 2024. The prosecution and defense wrapped up their cases by giving conflicting accounts as to what happened in the moments leading up to a man’s being shot in the face in closing arguments on July 19. Terrell...
Man convicted in killing of Efraim Gordon in 2021, prosecutors say
A man charged in the fatal shooting of an Israeli man who was visiting Baltimore in 2021 was convicted Thursday of murder, according to the Baltimore City State's Attorney's Office. William Holloman, now 19 years old, was found guilty Thursday in the fatal shooting of Efraim Gordon, prosecutors told 11...
Ryan Mountcastle's 10th-inning single lifts Orioles over Marlins 7-6 for 4th win in 12 games
MIAMI (AP) — Ryan Mountcastle hit a go-ahead single in the 10th inning and the Baltimore Orioles rebounded after wasting a six-run lead to beat the Miami Marlins 7-6 on Thursday for their fourth win in 12 games. AL East-leading Baltimore (61-41) avoided getting swept in the three-game series against the NL-worst Marlins (37-66). “Great team win there, to end it in extra innings and squeak out a victory,” Mountcastle said. “We needed that one.” Anthony Santander hit his 28th homer, and Colton Cowser and Connor Norby also went deep against Roddery Muñoz as the Orioles built a 6-0 lead by the fourth inning.
Orioles should be out of Garret Crochet sweepstakes thanks to outrageous stipulation
On Thursday morning, Jon Heyman of the NY Post reported that White Sox lefty Garrett Crochet plans to remain in a starting role throughout the rest of the season. There had been talk about him potentially moving to the bullpen thanks to concerns about blowing past his previous innings total, but Crochet put those rumors to bed.
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