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Prince George's Police Charge Teen as Adult for College Shooting
Police arrested a 16-year-old boy and charged him as an adult for shooting a student at Prince George's Community College. The victim sustained non-life-threatening injuries while the suspect faces attempted murder charges.
Maryland Attorney General Probes Howard County Crash
The Maryland Attorney General's Independent Investigations Division is investigating a fatal crash in Jessup following a police pursuit.
Maryland Judge Blocks Redistricting Amendment From 2026 Ballot
Judge Robert Thompson ruled a proposed Maryland constitutional amendment on redistricting cannot appear on the November 2026 ballot. The state filed an immediate appeal to the Maryland Supreme Court following the decision.
Maryland Supreme Court Rejects Malvo Appeal on Murder Plea
The Maryland Supreme Court declined Lee Boyd Malvo's appeal to withdraw his guilty plea for six murders.
Hispanic Enrollment in Maryland Schools Falls
Hispanic enrollment in Maryland public schools dropped 0.6% for the 2025-2026 year. This decline follows a rise in immigration arrests after federal policy changes.
White Marlin Open Awards $9.9 Million in Prizes
The 53rd annual White Marlin Open concluded in Ocean City, Maryland, distributing an estimated $9.9 million to anglers. Bill Sharpe won the white marlin division and received a record single payout of over $3.5 million.
One Dead, Seven Juveniles Hurt in Germantown Crash
A crash in Germantown, Maryland killed one adult and injured seven children early today. The juvenile driver of a stolen Kia is in critical condition as police investigate.
Fitzsimmons Charged in Baltimore Harbor Death
James Fitzsimmons faces murder charges after surveillance video shows him pushing James Britt into Baltimore Harbor. Britt died after entering the water despite telling Fitzsimmons he could not swim.
Maryland Department of Health Issues Measles Warning for Carroll Hospital Center
Maryland health officials issued exposure warnings for Carroll Hospital Center visitors on July 13, 2026. The agency stated five new infections in Carroll County are linked to recent travel.
Baltimore Ravens Director Lang Runs Seven Marathons On Seven Continents In January
Dave Lang will run seven marathons on seven continents in seven days this January. He aims to raise $100,000 for the Brigance Brigade Foundation supporting ALS research efforts.
Maryland Department of Health Proposes Wage Cuts for Family Caregivers in 2026
The Maryland Department of Health proposed reducing pay for 3,900 family caregivers in 2026. Pay could fall from $47 to $29.98 per hour, leading advocates to delay implementation until October 2026 despite budget claims.
Prince George's County Adopts Two-Year Moratorium on Data Center Development
Prince George's County Council approved a two-year halt on new data center construction projects. Council members will draft zoning laws during the pause as Montgomery, Frederick, and Baltimore counties also halt projects.