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Ravens’ Marlon Humphrey must focus on re-establishing himself as an elite CB in 2024
When Bleacher Report alleged that Baltimore Ravens defensive back Marlon Humphrey was overrated, many were shocked. Bleacher Report’s statement, cited by Jon Alfano for Sports Illustrated on May 23. reads: “Humphrey is the league’s fourth-highest-paid cornerback annually, but his impact on the game is rapidly diminishing. He’s been getting beat in coverage more often, and he’s coming dangerously close to a liability as he enters his eighth NFL season.” While Humphrey’s decline may be largely due to injury, his passion for football has been frequently expressed in his “Punchline Podcast,” which has roughly 45,000 subscribers on YouTube. Within the podcast, Humphrey gives endless...
Orioles Tabbed as Landing Spot for 3-Time Cy Young Winner
Pitching has been a roller coaster for the 2024 Baltimore Orioles. With the trade deadline approaching, could they strike a deal for Max Scherzer?. Tim Britton and Aaron Gleeman of The Athletic tabbed the Orioles as a potential landing spot for the 39-year-old ace. “Recently returned from the back injury...
New 9.54 Acre Park is Not Yet Open, City Officials Say
The City of Gaithersburg is in the process of completing the 9.54-acre Pleasant View Park at 10901 Darnestown Rd. with parking, community gardens, a bicycle skills course (pump track), open space, pavilions, a playground, fitness pods, and a welcome plaza. We spoke with City officials who confirmed that the park is not yet open.
Nurse facing charges after a patient's suspicious death in Franklin County: police
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — A Franklin County nurse is facing criminal charges after her involvement in the suspicious death of a patient at Wellspan Chambersburg Hospital on Jan. 10. Police records show that Sara Miller, who worked as a registered nurse at Wellspan Chambersburg Hospital, is facing three...
'Let's get it rolling' | Commanders coach excited as training camp gets underway
ASHBURN, Va. — Washington Commanders training camp kicks of Wednesday in Ashburn, Virginia. Head Coach Dan Quinn and General Manager Adam Peters addressed the media, and spoke about what fans can expect, and how they plan to begin writing the new chapter for the franchise — one that has been a whole offseason in the making.
Maryland city named best place for families to live in America by Fortune Magazine
SILVER SPRING, Md. - Silver Spring has clinched the top spot as the best place to live for families in America, according to the latest rankings by Fortune Magazine. The suburb of Washington, D.C., surged from its previous third-place position last year and is being praised for its blend of local charm and urban convenience just six miles from the nation’s capital.
Woman warns others to be vigilant after midday attack in DC, 15-year-old arrested
WASHINGTON — Cellphone video captured a woman being attacked on a Sunday afternoon just steps from the FBI building in D.C. The video captures the tail-end of the assault just as the two suspects run to a waiting car in the intersection. Piercing screams sliced through the silence of...
Police searching for suspect after 3 women shot in Southeast DC
WASHINGTON - D.C. police are investigating after three women were shot in Southeast Tuesday afternoon. Officers were called to the scene in the 2900 block of Nelson Place, Southeast, just after 2:30 p.m. where they found the three victims. Police say the women are all conscious and breathing. The suspect...
National guardsman who set off an FBI manhunt sentenced for Jan. 6 assault
A former sergeant in the New Jersey Army National Guard military police was sentenced to 2½ years in prison Tuesday for pepper-spraying officers as they were under assault by the pro-Donald Trump mob at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021. Gregory Yetman set off an FBI manhunt when...
Parkway Shut Down Following Stafford County Sheriff's Pursuit Of Wanted Men (DEVELOPING)
Three wanted suspects are in custody and a deputy suffered minor injuries during a police pursuit on I-95 in Stafford County, according to a spokesperson from the sheriff's office.At approximately 5:25 p.m. on Tuesday afternoon, deputies spotted a wanted person in a vehicle heading north on I-95, l…
Suspect believed to have run over 80-year-old man with ATV found dead by police
HANCOCK, MI -- A man who allegedly ran over an 80-year-old man with an ATV Sunday has been found dead after he allegedly contacted police to confess to the crime. The Houghton County Sheriff’s Office says it was contacted by a man Monday who wanted to confess to a crime with an ATV and asked for police to “send someone to pick me up.”
Maryland Attorney General Announces Sentencing after Guilty Pleas in Felony Theft and Identity Fraud in Fraudulent COVID-19 Unemployment Insurance Claims Cases
On Tuesday, Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced the sentencings of Cindy Thompson Boadu and Kwame Boadu of Rockville for filing fraudulent Unemployment Insurance claims during the COVID-19 pandemic. According to the news release, “In February, the defendants each pleaded guilty to one count of Theft by Deception, with...
Maryland NRP, Special Olympics Maryland Host Safety Training Event
Annapolis, MD - The Maryland Natural Resources Police (NRP) teamed up with Special Olympics Maryland to teach survival techniques for an active shooter scenario to Special Olympics athletes at a Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commissions program in Sykesville on July 17. NRP’s training division presented its Civilian Response to...
Maryland among the toughest states in the nation for renters who depend on affordable housing
BALTIMORE - In Maryland, the dream of finding affordable housing is becoming increasingly out of reach for many residents, as rent prices continue to skyrocket. A recent report by "Out of Reach" highlights the severity of the situation, placing Maryland among the toughest states in the nation for renters.According to the report, Maryland now ranks as one of the most challenging places to secure affordable housing. This revelation underscores a growing crisis that is affecting thousands across the state, from urban centers to suburban communities.Diana Lyles, a longtime Howard County resident who is facing imminent displacement due to staggering rent...
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