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What causes fireworks colors? Check out the science behind Fourth of July displays
Millions of people have already watched or plan to watch fireworks in the skies this week. Meteorologist Caitlin Harvey of sister station KETV breaks down the science behind the displays you see. The differences in fireworks' color are caused by elements. So you might have to brush off your periodic...
Orioles to move struggling LHP to bullpen
The Orioles are kicking left-hander Cole Irvin to the bullpen, manager Brandon Hyde told reporters (X link via Roch Kubatko of MASNsports.com). Baltimore will stick with a starting five of Corbin Burnes, Grayson Rodriguez, Dean Kremer, Albert Suárez and rookie Cade Povich. Irvin has spent the majority of his...
The Civil Rights Act turns 60
On July 2, 1964, President Lyndon Johnson signed into law the Civil Right Act and upon executing his signature, issued a challenge to all Americans to “…go to work in our communities and our states, in our homes and in our hearts, to eliminate the last vestiges of injustice in our beloved country.”
Orioles could swipe ideal Yankees target at trade deadline
The Baltimore Orioles and New York Yankees are locked in a tight race atop the AL East. It could go either way at this point, with both clubs led by MVP-level talent. Aaron Judge and Juan Soto are on track to possibly finish 1-2 in MVP voting. Their primary competition is Gunnar Henderson, whose sophomore breakout has been wondrous to behold.
Baltimore City gains three new school board commissioners
Baltimore City schools are officially gaining three new board commissioners with the power to guide the education system. Mayor Brandon Scott hosted a swearing-in ceremony for his new appointees Wednesday. They’re part of the nine total appointed members by Scott on the 12-person board of school commissioners. Student Commissioner Dylan Rooks, a senior at City College High School, also took the oath and signed the ceremonial book.
AL East picture becoming more clear as Orioles' division rival begins sell off
After going 17-12 through the gauntlet that was the month of June, the Orioles find themselves atop the AL East once again. The Yankees have been struggling as of late and the O's have been able to take advantage, keeping the pressure on and looking like the stronger team heading into the All-Star break.
Baltimore's Mercy Medical Center Leads Mid-Atlantic Region with Introduction of Stryker's Mixed Reality Tech for Shoulder Surgery
Mercy Medical Center has marked a milestone in the mid-Atlantic region by introducing a mixed reality technology platform for shoulder replacement surgery, the first of its kind in the area. The Baltimore-based hospital is employing a system known as Blueprint Mixed Reality (MR) Guidance, designed by medical technology giant Stryker, to enhance precision in orthopedic procedures. Dr. Gregory Gasbarro, a well-established orthopedic surgeon at the institution, is among the first wave of U.S. surgeons, precisely the sixth, to perform surgery using this innovative platform, according to PR Newswire.
Firey Accident Near Route 55, Driver Not Seriously Injured
The Leesburg Volunteer Fire Department responded to a tractor trailer accident on July 4th that involved no significant injuries. The truck was involved in an accident near Route 55 and burst into flames. Local fire companies extinguished the fire, and the driver was able to walk away. Photo and information...
Seven Acre Property That’s Currently Home to Germantown Regal is Now Up For Sale
Realty Income Corporation is looking to sell its 7-acre property at 20000 Century Blvd in Germantown, which is currently home to the Regal Germantown movie theater. There is no current plan for the theater to close, but CBRE is brokering the potential sale and it is being presented as “a residential development opportunity in the heart of Germantown.”
Maryland Photography Alliance Juried Exhibition on Display in Gaithersburg
The Maryland Photography Alliance Juried Exhibition is on display now through September 8 at the Activity Center at Bohrer Park (506 South Frederick Ave) in Gaithersburg. The gallery’s viewing hours are Monday through Saturday, 8am-9pm and Sunday, 8am-5pm. Per the news release: “This exhibit features 47 images from the...
Archbishop Spalding QB Malik Washington On Why He Committed To Maryland Football
Archbishop Spalding senior quarterback Malik Washington had it instilled in him from a young age to not take anything for granted. His goal in life is to “leave a legacy” that lasts. On June 28, Washington took a major step toward achieving that goal. The consensus four-star recruit...
Fire Engulfs Large Barn In Huntingtown, Causing $225,000 In Damages
HUNTINGTOWN, Md. – On July 4, 2024, at approximately 10:18 p.m., the Huntingtown Volunteer Fire Department and surrounding stations were alerted to the area of Walton Road for a possible house fire. A passer-by discovered the fire, prompting the emergency response. Crews arrived at the 500 block of Walton...
T-Bolts Outfielder Matthew Walters Showcases Passion for Performance With National Anthem Renditions
Matthew Walters stood alongside the first baseline for the National Anthem at a Thunderbolts game last July as he typically would. He placed his right hand on his white T-Bolts jersey over his heart and swayed throughout the song. This time, however, Walters gripped a microphone and echoed the song...
MoCo inspector general deals with eight-fold increase in MCPS-related complaints
The number of complaints about Montgomery County Public Schools received by the county’s Office of the Inspector General showed an eight-fold increase in the past year, with 185 complaints filed from July 1, 2023, to June 30. That’s compared with 22 from the year before, according to office data. [The Washington Post]
Multiple shootings on July 4th in DC: one dead in SE and 2 men shot in NE
WASHINGTON — Police are investigating various shootings that occurred in the 4th of July celebrations in the nation's capital. On the one hand, a double shooting in Northeast D.C. According to the Metropolitan Police Department, the shooting happened around 5:30 p.m. near the intersection of 11th Street and Galloway Street, Northeast.
Yes, a photo of Trump’s plane next to a Russian plane at Washington Dulles airport is real
After the presidential debate against Joe Biden on June 27, a photo connected to Donald Trump went viral online. But the photo wasn’t of the former president. It was a photo of his plane. The photo shows “Trump Force One” – named while Trump was in office and a...
Shooting Investigation Results In Three Arrests, Fireworks Bust In Charles County, Sheriff Says
In June, the sheriff's office launched an investigation into the shooting on Argyle Avenue in Waldorf when the suspects purposely shot several rounds at a house, grazing a woman who was inside. According to investigators, the shooting was the result of a disagreement regarding a stolen cell phone. On Thursday,...
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.
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