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Orioles Cancel Fan Events in Wake of Tragic Key Bridge Collapse

Orioles Cancel Fan Events in Wake of Tragic Key Bridge Collapse

Mar 26, 2024 | 1:08pm
In the aftermath of the catastrophic collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, the Baltimore Orioles have announced the cancellation of their open workout and fan rally that had been scheduled for Tuesday evening. The team took to social media to notify fans of the decision, expressing that the events would no longer take place […]
Maryland Leaders React to Devastating Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse

Maryland Leaders React to Devastating Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse

Mar 26, 2024 | 9:29am
A pall of shock and sadness has settled over the state of Maryland as leaders at every level react to the unthinkable scenes of the Francis Scott Key Bridge’s catastrophic collapse into the Patapsco River early Tuesday morning. As frantic rescue efforts continue to locate potential victims in the rubble and waters below, officials are […]
Officials: 7 Unaccounted For in Francis Scott Key Bridge Tragedy

Officials: 7 Unaccounted For in Francis Scott Key Bridge Tragedy

Mar 26, 2024 | 7:55am
Officials provided an update this morning regarding the catastrophic collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore. Baltimore City Fire Chief James Wallace stated that around 1:30 AM, emergency crews received a call and arrived at 1:50 AM to find the bridge had completely collapsed. Rescue operations are currently underway, with teams searching both […]
Francis Scott Key Bridge collapses

Francis Scott Key Bridge collapses

Mar 26, 2024 | 4:35am
In a shocking incident, the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed overnight due to a ship strike, according to the Maryland Transportation Authority. Dramatic footage circulating online captures the horrifying moment when the entire structure breaks apart and plunges into the waters below. The catastrophic collapse occurred around 1:30 a.m. on Tuesday morning. The […]
Shopper Stabs Worker in White Marsh Mall Theft Incident

Shopper Stabs Worker in White Marsh Mall Theft Incident

Mar 25, 2024 | 11:13am
A stabbing incident occurred at White Marsh Mall on Saturday afternoon, with the stabbing taking place inside one of the major retail stores. According to police radio transmissions, a female shoplifter stabbed a worker before fleeing the store. The Baltimore County Police have reported that the male victim is expected to recover from his injuries. […]
Op-Ed “Maryland Exile: Loving the Free State from Across the Border”

Op-Ed “Maryland Exile: Loving the Free State from Across the Border”

Mar 22, 2024 | 10:26am
After decades of living in Baltimore County, my family and I made the difficult decision to leave Maryland behind. While it pains me to be separated from the state I once loved, Democratic policies have rendered Maryland unrecognizable and inhospitable for those seeking a decent quality of life. The red flags became impossible to ignore. […]
Murder Suspect’s Extensive Criminal History Spans Decades, Juvenile Years

Murder Suspect’s Extensive Criminal History Spans Decades, Juvenile Years

Mar 22, 2024 | 9:34am
A deeper dive into the background of murder suspect Tyrell Williams, 43, reveals a criminal history spanning more than two decades, tracing back to his juvenile years. This week, Baltimore Police announced Williams’s arrest and charges for the April 2023 murder of a man in east Baltimore. Court records show that in 1998, when Williams […]
Maryland House Passes 63B Budget With Divisive 1.3B Tax Hike Plan

Maryland House Passes 63B Budget With Divisive 1.3B Tax Hike Plan

Mar 22, 2024 | 9:23am
With the 2024 legislative session nearing its end, the Maryland House of Delegates approved its $63 billion budget proposal and a controversial funding mechanism on Thursday after extended debate. This move sets the stage for negotiations with the Senate, as lawmakers grapple with addressing future budget deficits. While the House budget closely resembles the version […]