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"Whooping cough" cases rise in Fairfax, Va. amid national increase, health officials warn
FAIRFAX, Va. (7News) — Pertussis illness, also known as "whooping cough," has been increasing across Fairfax, Virginia and nationwide, the Fairfax County Health Department reported. Pertussis is a bacteria-caused illness that can spread from one person to another through the air. Health officials said that it easily spreads when...
Crews rescue dog, 2 parakeets from Gaithersburg apartment fire
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — Montgomery County Fire and Rescue (MCFRS) said firefighters rescued one dog and two parakeets from an apartment fire in Gaithersburg on Saturday after a webcam alerted a resident that a fire was in his apartment. MCFRS said crews responded to 15 Prism Place shortly before 7 p.m. for […]
Baltimore named deadliest large city in the U.S., surpasses Memphis and Detroit
(WBFF) — If you're planning to visit Baltimore or live in Baltimore, you may want to consider the topic of crime. According to an April survey by Safehome.org, Baltimore ranks as the deadliest large city in the nation. The survey is based on the latest FBI Crime reports, which...
Squad Handles Hyattsville Commercial Fire
Aug 22nd: Rescue Squad 14 was alerted to respond to the 4600 blk of Ingraham St in Hyattsville as the search company on a reported building fire. Units arrived on the scene to find smoke showing starting the working fire dispatch. The Rescue Squad completed searches throughout and returned to service.
School's Out! Fun's In! Teen Exploration Program and Camp Staycation!
Take advantage of free year-round day trips for Hyattsville students in grades 6-12! Explore local attractions, build memories, and enjoy hassle-free scheduled school days off. How it Works:. Drop of at Driskell Park Recreation Center. Limited spots available, first-come, first-served. Pre-register your kid(s) by clicking the link on a date...
Maryland Basketball Recruiting Scoop: Favorites Emerging? | Moving Pieces at Guard | Freshman to Watch
Fall is arriving and for college sports fans, the change of season doesn't just bring football's kickoff. It's also that time of the year when college basketball recruits get serious about picking favorites, taking visits and making commitments before their senior season begins. At Maryland, several top recruits are expected...
Husband of missing Manassas Park mom to face judge again Monday
MANASSAS, Va. (7News) — The husband of a missing, presumed-to-be-dead Manassas Park mother is due back in court Monday for a bond hearing in connection to his wife's disappearance. Prospectors have accused Naresh Bhatt of murdering Mamta Kafle Bhatt and concealing her body, but so far he is only...
Central Mountain Boys Soccer Wins 2024 Matt Kramer Memorial Tournament
BROOKEVILLE-The Central Mountain boys soccer team continued their dominant start to the season by defeating Clearfield 3-0 on Saturday to capture the championship of the 2024 Matt Kramer Memorial Tournament in Brookville. The Wildcats showcased both offensive precision and defensive resilience, earning their second shutout victory in as many days.
Squad Extricates One in Riverdale
Aug 22nd: At 0520AM, Rescue Squad 14 was alerted to respond to the rear of an apartment complex in the 6800 block of Riverdale Rd for one trapped with County Police. The Rescue Squad found one person’s leg pinned between the driver’s door and the rocker panel. The Squad crew lifted the car approximately 10 inches and was able to remove the patient.
Court order gives Frederick business two months to restore city property it altered
A Frederick business has two months to restore city property it destroyed, according to a preliminary and permanent injunction issued by the Frederick County District Court. According to the city’s original complaint, the company allegedly closed, damaged, and removed sections of the sidewalk in front of the property at 103 E. 7th St. The injunction, issued on Aug. 21, directs Design ...
Maryland State Fair returns to Timonium with thrills for all ages
BALTIMORE -- There's a ride for everyone at the Maryland State Fair in Timonium. "It goes up and down and then up and down," 6-year-old Trevor Hornsby from Glen Burnie said. "It was a little bit fun and then it goes up and that was the scary part!" This year, you'll find five new exciting rides in Kiddie Land. "It was like I was flying on an airplane," said Hunter White, a 7-year-old from Parkville. At the state fair there's a chance for everyone to take home a prize. "I went to the water gun game where you have to shoot the water in a...
Police investigating commercial robbery at MGM National Harbor
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — The Prince George’s County Police Department (PGPD) said a commercial robbery occurred at the MGM National Harbor Hotel & Casino on Saturday afternoon. PGPD said the robbery took place at around 3:15 p.m. and that no one was injured. As of Saturday afternoon, detectives were investigating.
Oh deer! Firefighters rescue fawn trapped in fence in Oxon Hill
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — One fawn in Prince George’s County is safe and sound after firefighters rescued it from a fence on Friday morning. In a post on X around 11 a.m., Prince George’s County Fire Department (PGFD) firefighters were called to help free a baby deer that was trapped between […]
Giant Food enforces new entry policy for minors at 5 Maryland stores to curb theft
BALTIMORE (WBFF) — Two Giant Food locations in Baltimore and three in Prince George's County will no longer allow shoppers under the age of 18 to enter without an adult after 6 p.m. starting Thursday. The store locations:. 5150 Sinclair Ln, Baltimore. 601 East 33rd St. Baltimore. Prince George’s...
Prince George’s County doctor offers back-to-school advice
MARYLAND (DC News Now) — After a summer vacation of late nights and sleeping in, it’s back to reality Monday for many children and teachers across the DMV. As the new school year begins. Dr. Yolandra Hancock, a pediatrician at Generational Health Center in Upper Marlboro, has advice for parents and caregivers as students return to class. […]
Fairfax Co. police: Woman charged with assault for restraining daycare children with tape
An Alexandria, Virginia, woman who runs a county-licensed at-home daycare in Fairfax County turned herself in on Tuesday on charges of assaulting children who were under her care. Police received an initial report of an assault in the 3600 block of Paul Street in Bailey’s Crossroads on Aug. 1, according...
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