U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson said Tuesday he will not allow a floor vote this week on a bipartisan amendment supported by moderate Republicans that would extend the Affordable Care Act enhanced tax credits. Johnson was confident that blocking the amendment would not lead centrist GOP lawmakers to oppose the Republican health care bill scheduled […]
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Inmate Pleads Guilty To Murder Of Cellmate At Jessup Prison
A man already serving a life sentence admitted in court that he killed his cellmate inside a Maryland prison earlier this year. What’s Happening: Wallace Dudley Ball, of Randallstown, pleaded guilty to first-degree murder in Anne Arundel County Circuit Court for the February 2025 death of his cellmate at Jessup Correctional Institute. What’s Important: Ball is already […]
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Innocent Woman Dies After Crash During Police Chase in Calvert County
A Lusby woman died early Friday morning when a driver fleeing from a sheriff’s deputy crashed into her car in Prince Frederick. What’s Happening: 58-year-old Servon Gatewood was driving on Route 4 around 12:30 a.m. on December 12 when 32-year-old Savon Samuel of Pikesville crashed into her Honda sedan. Police say Samuel refused to stop […]
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Poll Shows 81% of Marylanders Oppose Redistricting Changes
While Gov. Wes Moore (D) awaits an advisory commission’s decision on whether to engage in midcycle redistricting of congressional districts, a new poll gives insight into how Maryland residents feel about it. In short, they are not fans. The poll by the Institute of Politics at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County said that 81% of […]
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Snow Advisory Issued for Eastern Maryland: When Will it Arrive?
Snow is expected to move into parts of Eastern Maryland late Saturday, creating slick roads and travel trouble through Sunday. What’s Happening: The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for Kent, Queen Anne’s, Talbot, and Caroline counties. Snow is expected to begin overnight and continue into Sunday afternoon, with totals between 2 and […]
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Maryland Crews Treat Roads Ahead Of Possible Weekend Snow
State road crews across Maryland are getting ready for possible snow this weekend as colder weather moves in. What’s Happening: The Maryland State Highway Administration is pre-treating major roads to reduce ice buildup before snow starts falling. Officials say fewer cars on the road make it easier and faster for crews to clear snow and […]
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Snow And Strong Winds Hit Western Maryland Saturday
Snow and dangerous travel conditions are expected in parts of Maryland on Saturday as a winter storm moves through the region, according to the National Weather Service. What’s Happening: Winter Storm Warnings and Advisories are in effect for western Maryland, mainly the Allegheny Mountains, from Saturday afternoon through Sunday afternoon. What’s Important: Strong winds will combine with […]
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Will Maryland Have a White Christmas This Year?
Most Marylanders hoping for snow on Christmas Day will be disappointed. Weather forecasters say only mountain areas have a chance of a white Christmas. What’s Happening: The Old Farmer’s Almanac released its Christmas forecast showing western Maryland mountains may see snow on December 25, but Baltimore and the Eastern Shore are unlikely to get any. The […]
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Winter Mix Brings Rain And Snow to Maryland Today
You will want to keep a coat and umbrella handy as a mix of wet and wintry weather moves in today. What’s Happening: A quick weather system is passing through this afternoon. Most people in the immediate DC metro area will see chilly rain, but communities to the west and north could see snow falling. […]
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Why Are Flags Flying Half-Staff in Charles County This Week?
Charles County residents will see county flags flying at half-staff this week in memory of a longtime public servant. What’s Happening: The Charles County Commissioners ordered all county flags lowered to half-staff until December 12 to honor former Director of Public Facilities Michael Mudd. What’s Important: Mudd served Charles County for more than 30 years before retiring. […]