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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...
Baseball Earns Second-Straight ABCA Academic Honor
GREENSBORO, N.C. – On Wednesday, the McDaniel College baseball team was honored by the American Baseball Coaches Association (ABCA) as a recipient of the Team Academic Excellence Award for the second-straight year. The award highlights programs coached by ABCA members that posted a grade-point average (GPA) of 3.0 or above for the 2023-24 academic year. As a team, the Green Terror posted a 3.335 cumulative GPA. This is the ninth year that the ABCA has honored teams with the Academic Excellence Award.
Innovative affordable housing for underserved communities coming to Columbia
Construction will begin this month on Patuxent Commons, a new 76-unit affordable apartment for adults with disabilities, older adults and families. The new community, located on Freetown Road, is the result of a partnership between Mission First Housing Group, the Howard County Housing Commission and the Autism Society of Maryland.
Montgomery County renters relieved after rent stabilization bill passes
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) – The rent stabilization bill has been in the works for a year. On Tuesday, it passed the Montgomery County Council unanimously, and renters said the legislation gives them peace of mind, knowing they’ll be able to afford to stay in the county they call home. Montgomery County leaders […]
Gunpowder Falls State Park to receive nearly $2.5 million to improve boating infrastructure
BALTIMORE, MD—A total of $21.5 million will be allocated to improve public boating access, dredging of navigable waterways, and safety for the next fiscal year, according to the Maryland Department of Natural Resources. In Baltimore County, Gunpowder Falls State Park is set to receive nearly $2.5 million.
Body found at Dolfield Avenue alley in Northwest Baltimore, police say
BALTIMORE, MD (WBFF) — Police say a body was found in an alleyway off of Dolfield Ave early Thursday morning. At approximately 1:23 a.m., Northwest Baltimore patrol officers responded to the 3400 block of Dolfield Avenue, in the rear, for a report of a person lying in the street.
Anne Arundel County Executive Pittman Signs Region Rezoning Bill But Vetoes Parts
ANNAPOLIS, Md. – Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman signed legislation today enacting comprehensive zoning reflecting the County’s Region 4 Plan, created through the Plan2040 process. The region includes all or parts of Arnold, Cape St. Claire, Broadneck, Gibson Island, Pasadena, and Severna Park. County Executive Pittman also...
City bill would position Baltimore for Key Bridge financial restitution
BALTIMORE — On Monday night, the Baltimore City Council put forth a bill to prime Baltimore for potential economic recompense following the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in March. “[The bill] provides the city the opportunity to pursue actions moving forward, for the best interests of Baltimore,” Nick Mosby,...
2024 Paris Olympics athlete profile: Jessica Stevens | Trampoline
Ellicott City-native Jessica Stevens is a synchronized trampoline gymnast who has medaled in international competitions and now has her sights on gold in her Olympic debut. “I’m really proud of where I am right now,” Stevens told Maryland Today. “I really want to get to the Olympics, but you also have to enjoy the journey.”
Desmond Gardner Convicted Of Murdering Maryland Father
Parris Harris, 19, has been found guilty of the first-degree murder of Desmond Gardner in January 2023 following a three-day trial earlier this month. According to prosecutors, on Jan. 26, 2023, Gardner was ambushed by three people - including Harris - who fired more than 20 shots at him in the 3400 block of Spelman Road in the Cherry Hill neighborhood.
CollegeBound, FOX45 celebrate over 800 soon-to-be college students at luncheon
BALTIMORE, MD (WBFF) — CollegeBound and FOX45 News celebrated over 800 soon-to-be-college students during its 36th annual CollegeBound Scholars Luncheon on Thursday. The program helps Baltimore City Public Schools students with financial aid, scholarships, mentoring, advising, and other resources. FOX45 Morning News Anchor Patrice Sanders emceed the celebration. Mayor...
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