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Man found guilty 29 years after murder of Springfield mother
FAIRFAX, Va. (DC News Now) — A man linked to a brutal 1994 Springfield, Va. stabbing pleaded guilty to first-degree murder on Friday. Police said Stephen Smerk, 52, pled guilty to first-degree murder for stabbing and killing Robin Lawrence in November of 1994. Lawrence was found stabbed inside her home on Nov. 20, 1994. Prosecutors […]
Price to purchase a Mega Millions ticket is going up
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — The cost of buying a Mega Millions jackpot dream will soon more than double, but lottery officials said they're confident players won't mind paying more after changes that will lead to larger prizes and more frequent winners. Lottery officials announced Monday that it will...
Hundreds of undocumented immigrants without health insurance despite Maryland’s Access to Care Act
MARYLAND (DC News Now) — In Maryland, although the Access to Care Act went into effect this month, it seems like it’s taking a lot longer for undocumented immigrants to get health insurance, which lies in the federal government’s hands. The Maryland legislation was passed in April but went into effect Oct. 1, 2024. The […]
Police: Man dies after carjacked crash in DC; Virginia man arrested for alleged DUI
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) said an 18-year-old man is dead and another man has been arrested after a crash in Northwest on Sept. 29. According to MPD, at around 3:45 a.m., a recently carjacked 2016 Mazda 6 was traveling southbound on 13th Street when it ran a red light […]
Understanding Child Custody Laws in Maryland: A Guide for Parents
Navigating the complexities of child custody can be one of the most challenging experiences for families. In Maryland, understanding the laws and processes surrounding child custody is essential for parents facing divorce, separation, or other family changes. Thomas Stahl, a prominent family law attroney based in Columbia, Maryland, offers insights into the nuances of child custody laws in the state. Whether you’re seeking guidance from a child custody lawyer in Maryland or simply looking for information, this article will help clarify the legal landscape.
Southern Minnesota Man Sentenced for Actions During Jan. 6 Capitol Riot
Washington D.C. (KROC-AM News)- A Minnesota man has become the latest person to be sentenced for his actions during the Jan. 6, 2021 riot at the U.S. Capitol. 34-year-old Paul Orta Jr. pleaded guilty this past May to to a felony civil disorder charge in federal court in Washington D.C. The Blue Earth man was arrested by federal authorities in Minnesota last November.
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