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Washington Aqueduct gets OK to add antialgae chemical to protect drinking water supply
Three weeks after the lifting of a boil water advisory for all of D.C. and most of Arlington, Virginia, the Washington Aqueduct can now add a new chemical to its water treatment process to prevent future problems when algae in the Potomac River threatens the main water source for much of the region.
Gas leaks in Baltimore are costing taxpayers millions
An increasing number of natural gas leaks have been reported in Baltimore and cities across the country over roughly two decades, and responding to them is costly for fire departments and taxpayers, according to a new report. A 15-year study released this week by PSE Health Energy, a California-based research institute focused on energy policy, […]
New data shows Baltimore juvenile crime rates soar over 200% in three years
BALTIMORE (WBFF) — Disturbing new data from the Baltimore City State’s Attorney’s office shows juvenile crime is still skyrocketing across the city. Compared to this time in 2022, 191 juveniles faced criminal charges. In 2023, that grew to 304, and in 2024 to 590 -- a 208% rise in overall juvenile crime in the last three years.
16-Year-Old Defendant Accepts Plea Deal for Kentucky Avenue Murder
Thank you for reading Baltimore Witness. Help us continue our mission into 2024. A homicide defendant accepted a plea agreement before Baltimore City Circuit Court Judge Yolanda A. Tanner for a 2022 murder on July 26,. Costello Simms, 16, was charged with two counts of first-degree murder and one count...
Edlynne Road Murder Defendant Guilty of Weapons Offenses, Jury Decides
Thank you for reading Baltimore Witness. Help us continue our mission into 2024. A jury reached a verdict on July 18 for a 32-year-old murder defendant in Baltimore City Circuit Court. Kyle Cooper was charged with first-degree murder, firearm use in a felony violent crime, attempted first-degree murder, first-degree assault,...
Woman Accused Of Abducting 1-Year-Old Toddler Who Was Found Unharmed In Baltimore (Updated)
Derrick Caraballero, 1, was reported missing at around 6:30 p.m. on July 25 in the 300 block of South Norris Street, investigators say, though he was safely found unharmed and returned to his parents. Witnesses were able to identify the woman's vehicle as a gray Volkswagen Passat, which was later...
Homicide Defendant Rejects Plea Offer
Thank you for reading Baltimore Witness. Help us continue our mission into 2024. On July 26, a 21-year-old homicide defendant rejected a plea offer in reception court before Baltimore City Circuit Court Judge Melissa K. Copeland. Darius Daye, was initially charged with two counts of first-degree murder and two counts...
Final suspect convicted of murdering Efraim Gordon in 2021
BALTIMORE -- A long, painful saga is coming to a close for the family of Efraim Gordon, an Israeli man murdered in a robbery in 2021."It was a praise to God, thanking him for bringing us to this moment," Gordon's cousin Sara Marshall said.The last of four suspects charged in Gordon's murder was convicted of first-degree murder on Thursday, William Holloman, 19."I truly believe that Efraim is happy that there is justice," Sara said after the verdict.Gordon was shot in a carjacking in front of his family's home in Northwest Baltimore just after midnight on May 3, 2021. The Israel native...
Federal Hill residents frustrated by dirt bike activity despite crime reductions
Recent statistics shared by the Baltimore County Government reveal a promising yet contrasting trend in crime reduction across Charm City. The data shows a 36% decline in the number of homicides and a 30% reduction in non-fatal shootings compared to the same time last year. According to the report, the...
EPA and local leaders celebrate job training graduates in Baltimore
BALTIMORE, MD (WBFF) — On Friday afternoon, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Mid-Atlantic Regional Administrator Adam Ortiz, Civic Works, Center for Sustainable Careers leaders and community leaders, gathered to celebrate the graduation of Brownfields' Job Training participants. Civic Works was also recognized and acknowledged for its commitment to recruiting...
What’s Next: 2024 Presidential Election
Washington (DC News Now) — With the announcement of Biden stepping down and Kamala Harris stepping up, how does this change the dynamic of the 2024 presidential race? Larry Sabato, Director of the Unversity of Virginia’s Center for Politics shares his reaction to the change and what this could mean for Virginia.
Commanders will honor creator of team's former logo as family members consider withdrawing opposition to RFK Bill
WASHINGTON — Many Washington Commanders fans call it the spiritual home of the franchise: RFK Stadium. And now, WUSA9 has learned the Commanders are making progress in removing a major roadblock from the path of the team potentially moving back to D.C. “It's really an exciting step forward,” said...
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