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Family of missing Baltimore man holds vigil two years after disappearance
BALTIMORE -- Two years after his disappearance, the family of Darryl Wiggins II continues their search for answers. Wiggins, 33, vanished on Sept. 2, 2022, following a dispute with his landlord in Northeast Baltimore. His family held a vigil Saturday at Belmont Park in Parkville to mark the painful anniversary. Diana Baines, Wiggins' mother, expressed the family's ongoing anguish. "It's been really two long, hard years without him, without any word of what might have happened," Baines said. According to family members, Wiggins had planned to replace the locks on his apartment after winning a court case against his landlord....
Towson Women’s Soccer Hosts Florida on Sunday
Towson University women's soccer is set to host the Florida Gators on September 1, 2024, marking the first meeting in program history. The Tigers are fresh off a dominant 9-0 victory against their last opponent, fueled by a stunning performance from Sophie Thibeault, who scored three consecutive goals. Coming off a historic season that included the program's first CAA Championship, Towson aims to maintain momentum against a solid Florida team currently sitting at 2-0-2.
Baltimore police investigate Cherry Hill Road shooting, 26-year-old wounded
BALTIMORE (WBFF) — A 26-year-old man was hospitalized following a shooting in south Baltimore on Saturday afternoon. Police say on August 31 around 1:35 p.m., officers heard gunshots coming from the 600 block of Cherry Hill Road. A short time later, officers say they received a call for a...
Volleyball Defeated By Duquesne On Day 2 Of Morgan/Towson Invitational
BALTIMORE, Md. (August 31, 2024)--Morgan State began Day 2 of the Morgan/Towson Invitational welcoming Duquesne to Hill Field House on Saturday morning. The visiting Dukes would earn a 3-1 (25-20, 21-25, 25-18, 25-16) non-conference victory. Morgan State (0-2) was paced by Addison Metts and Daniela Ferreira, who each tallied six...
Storyville in Rosedale Closed for Renovations
Storyville at the Rosedale Library is closed through Saturday, September 21, for refurbishments, such as painting, new carpeting and upgraded art. Storyville opened in 2010 and Baltimore County Public Library said needed some upgrades. “Storyville has welcomed nearly 700,000 visitors, and is ready for a little face lift!.” said a...
Volleyball Takes Set from St. John’s to Close Red Storm Invitational
QUEENS, N.Y. – Coppin State's volleyball team took a set from St. John's, but fell to the hosts, 3-1 (25-21, 25-20, 22-25, 25-18) at their Red Storm Invitational on Saturday afternoon at Carnesecca Arena. The Eagles went 2-1 in the season opening tournament, coming in second place to St. John's who went 3-0. TaKenya Stafford notched her second double-double on the weekend, finishing with a team-high 13 kills on .171 swinging to go with 12 digs and two blocks.
Racing, Training Operations Cease at Pimlico
Operations have ceased at Pimlico Race Course as of Saturday, August 31, in order to allow the construction of the new Pimlico under the Maryland Thoroughbred Racetrack Operating Authority. Saturday, Maryland Jockey Club Acting president and General Manager Mike Rogers issued a statement marking the event. “On July 1, 2024,...
Arcadia Manor owner has new plan for historic property
From the balcony atop the Queen Anne tower of the Arcadia Mansion, one can see miles of trees and rolling hills in all directions. “Isn’t it beautiful?” owner Sam Shi asked rhetorically. He could be talking about either the prominent, handsome structure that serves as the high point for the historic mansion in Ballenger Creek or the view it affords. Shi, who on July 29 submitted to the county ...
Public Works employees, community members rally at Western Sanitation Yard for safer conditions
Community leaders and workers across Baltimore City gathered at the Western Sanitation Yard in Brooklyn on Aug. 28 to demand safer labor conditions for employees of the Department of Public Works (DPW). The rally comes after the untimely death of DPW worker Ronald Silver II on Aug. 2. The 36-year-old...
Blue Jays Sweep Top Seven Spots in Season-Opener
SALISBURY, MD – The Johns Hopkins men’s cross country team put on a clinic at its season opener Saturday morning, claiming each of the top seven and nine of the top 10 spots at the Salisbury Fall Classic en route to a first-place team finish. Emmanuel Leblond picked up right where he left off following an All-American season in 2023, running the only sub-25-minute 8K on the day to take first with a time of 24:54.4. Coming in just behind the junior to complete the podium were Rowan Cassidy and freshman Olaf Dietz , who crossed the line in second…
Baltimore man with multiple prior arrests detained after attempt to steal plane
BALTIMORE (WBFF) — A pilot at Martin State Airport in Maryland got to the plane he was scheduled to fly only to find someone was already sitting in the captain's seat Friday afternoon. Pilot T.J. Turbin told WBFF TV the man told him he was there for a contract...
Baltimore City Public Schools CEO speaks on students with cellphones in classrooms
With the new school year underway in Baltimore, the debate on how to handle cell phones in the classroom continues. Baltimore City Public Schools CEO Sonja Santelises spoke with WBAL’s T.J. Smith on Friday. Santelises said cell phones should be strictly for educational use. “Our current cell phone policy...
Suspect Charged in Connection with Baltimore Armed Robbery, Joint Task Force Efforts Lead to Arrest
Authorities have arrested in connection to an armed robbery that occurred earlier this year in Baltimore. The Baltimore Police Department announced the apprehension of a 40-year-old male suspect linked to a robbery that took place on March 31. The incident happened around 5:40 a.m. in the 800 block of North Wolfe Street. According to a post by Baltimore Police, the apprehension was the result of a collaborative effort by members of the Warrant Apprehensive Task Force and Capital Area Regional Fugitive Task Force on Aug. 29.
Women’s pro soccer team signs Perry Hall High School, Towson University grad
PERRY HALL, MD—A professional women’s soccer team has signed a Perry Hall Native. The United Soccer League’s DC Power FC added Towson University standout Phoebe Canoles, 22, to its attacking ranks ahead of the 2024/2025 season. A native of Perry Hall, Canoles is a three-time All-Coastal Athletic Association (CAA) selection who played five seasons at Towson University, amassing 21 goals and 24 assists in 71 appearances.
Ravens GM explains difficult situation
The Baltimore Ravens will have a very young offensive line this season, and it sounds like the salary cap is to blame for that. During a recent press conference, Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta explained that as a result of the salary cap constraints, the team had to build an offensive line out of you and inexperienced players.
“He’s been a blessing to our program,” Morgan football player with partial hearing loss shines in the face of adversity
Imagine stepping onto the football field, the intense roars of the crowd echoing in your ears and the electrifying anticipation of the game’s kickoff in the air. Now, imagine facing it all while having partial hearing loss. For Shane Messenger, a freshman student-athlete at Morgan State University, this is not a scenario to merely ponder—it’s his reality.
34th Annual Kunta Kinte Heritage Festival Moves to New Venue at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium
The Kunta Kinte Heritage Festival is set to celebrate its 34th year with a new location at the Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium (Blue Lot) in Annapolis. Scheduled for Saturday, September 14, the festival will run from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., offering a full day of cultural enrichment, entertainment, and community activities. Admission is free, and paid parking is available on-site with advance payment options.
Former Baltimore Finance Employee Pleads Guilty to Wire Fraud and Bribery, Admits to Pandemic Relief Fraud
Joseph Gillespie, 35, a former employee of the Baltimore City Department of Finance, has pleaded guilty to charges of wire fraud conspiracy and a longstanding bribery scheme with ramifications for both individual property owners in Baltimore and the United States Small Business Administration (SBA). Gillespie, involved in a scheme that impacted financial institutions and pocketed fraudulent loans meant to aid small businesses during the pandemic, was part of an investigation led by a U.S. Department of Justice Strike Force. This group targets multi-state pandemic relief fraud and has been dedicated to uncovering abuses of the CARES Act, intended to provide economic support in the face of COVID-19's economic upheaval, according to a statement obtained by the U.S. Attorney’s Office of the District of Maryland.
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