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What's it like to be in a powerful hurricane? Maryland wind tunnel gives an intense simulation.
BALTIMORE -- We're not even a third of the way into hurricane season and we've already made history with the earliest Category 5 storm in the Atlantic on record.The projections for the rest of the season are alarming. First Alert Meteorologist Steve Sosna shows there is something extremely powerful at the University of Maryland in College Park.Glenn L. Martin Wind Tunnel The Glenn L. Martin Wind Tunnel helps understand the crushing force of hurricane winds."It was constructed by a gift from Glenn L. Martin, of what the time was Barton Aircraft Company, who built tens of thousands of airplanes in...
DC man to spend 13+ years in prison for spree of pharmacy robberies
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — A man was sentenced to over 13 years in prison on Wednesday for his role in a spree of pharmacy robberies throughout Maryland and Virginia in 2021. Floyd Neal, 31, of Washington, D.C., pleaded guilty in March to three counts of interference with commerce by robbery and aiding and abetting; […]
Get the scoop on National Ice Cream Day in the DMV
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — Sunday, July 21 is National Ice Cream Day and, with scorching temperatures forecasted to stick around for the time being, here’s where to grab a scoop in D.C., Maryland and Virginia. Kilwins | D.C.’s Wharf | 663 Water Street SW, Washington, D.C. 20024 In honor of National Ice Cream Day, […]
Hisseine Gombo-Tchouli Arrested On Multiple Charges In MD
US Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) says that Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) officers took Hisseine Gombo-Tchouli into custody near his Silver Spring home after being convicted of accessory after the fact of first-degree murder and was later released. According to investigators, Gombo-Tchouli legally entered the country in September 2005...
Maryland construction workers celebrate $1 million lottery prize
FREDERICK, MD—A pair of construction workers drove all the way from Frederick to a Virginia job site before some Maryland Lottery scratch-off fun completely changed their day. The men revealed a $1 million prize on a 100X The Cash scratch-off, consulted one of their bosses, and quickly returned home to celebrate with 18 holes of golf.
LevLane Advertising Appoints Chris Moreira as Chief Creative Officer
PHILADELPHIA, PA — LevLane Advertising has announced the appointment of Chris Moreira as its new chief creative officer (CCO). Moreira brings a wealth of experience from top agencies such as Leo Burnett Sydney, JWT Sydney, Crispin Porter + Bogusky Miami, and Saatchi & Saatchi New York. Moreira’s portfolio includes...
Medicaid, childcare get support in Maryland with $148M in state spending reductions
A Maryland board approved $148.3 million in state spending reductions on Wednesday to balance the budget while directing more money to pay for child care and Medicaid — two priorities that Democratic Gov. Wes Moore's administration hopes will help improve a stagnant state economy.The Board of Public Works, which Moore chairs, made cuts across a variety of state agencies to address larger-than-expected demand for Medicaid and a state child care program. The board, which also includes Treasurer Dereck Davis and Comptroller Brooke Lierman, can cut up to 25% of the state's operating budget when the Legislature isn't in session."While it's...
Gov. Moore announces $12.1M to expand electrical vehicle charging stations
MARYLAND (DC News Now) — Maryland Governor Wes Moore announced Wednesday that $12.1 million in federal funding will be used to expand electrical vehicle (EV) charging stations across the state. This comes after the first round of conditional awards was announced to add the sites as part of the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Program. Officials […]
Delaware Accepts Invitation for Rowing to Join the MAC
NEWARK, Del. – The University of Delaware has accepted an invitation for rowing to join the Mid-American Conference (MAC) effective July 1, 2025, the organizations announced jointly Friday. The MAC will begin the 2025-26 academic year with six programs competing in women's rowing as Eastern Michigan, Toledo and UMass will be joined by new affiliate members Delaware, High Point and Temple.
Orioles rumors: MLB insider connects Orioles to flamethrowing reliever
There's a growing confidence among Orioles fans that Mike Elias will leverage some of their prospect depth at the trade deadline to acquire a starting pitcher. The O's have been linked to a number of starters thus far and while the list of available options is thin, they almost certainly won't go into October with Dean Kremer in the expected playoff rotation.
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