PRINCE FREDERICK, Md. – In light of severe cold temperatures forecasted in Calvert County, the Department of Public Safety has issued an animal safety alert for Friday, Jan. 3, through Friday, Jan. 10. During this period, animal owners or custodians are required to provide the following actions to protect their pets and livestock: ·         Dogs and cats should … Read more

BALTIMORE – The Independent Investigations Division (IID) of the Maryland Office of the Attorney General today released body-worn camera footage from the fatal collision that occurred Tuesday, December 3, 2024, in La Plata, Charles County, Maryland. The decedent has not been identified in accordance with juvenile privacy laws.  The Independent Investigations Division continues to investigate the circumstances of … Read more

Credit – National Weather Service CALIFORNIA, Md. — Snow and rain showers are forecasted for southern Maryland this afternoon, with the National Weather Service predicting heavier bursts between 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. These conditions may reduce visibility and create slippery roadways during the evening commute. Precipitation is expected to taper off by early evening, … Read more

Over the last several days, we have been tracking the potential for a winter storm to impact the region. As the forecast has come into better focus, a winter storm does, indeed, seem to be very likely for much of the Mid-Atlantic on Monday. Many will see snow, with far southern areas potentially seeing a … Read more

HARRISBURG, Pa. — The Pennsylvania National Guard has announced that it will send several hundred service members to Washington, D.C., for the 60th Presidential Inauguration. Three weeks remain until Donald J. Trump, the president-elect, takes the oath of office for the second time since defeating Democrat Hillary Clinton on January 20, 2017, marking his inauguration. … Read more

Sheriff Troy Berry and members of the CCSO Command Staff with the Six Charles County Graduates of theSMCJA Session 54 Police Entrance Level Training Program WALDORF, Md. – Charles County Sheriff Troy D. Berry is proud to announce six new officers will join the Charles County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) after their graduation from the Southern … Read more

At a casino in Northern California, a fortunate gambler won a life-altering jackpot to start the new year. According to a news release from the Thunder Valley Casino and Resort in Lincoln, the player was seated at a Buffalo Link slot machine on January 1. The visitor won a jackpot of $250,650. New year. New … Read more

On New Year’s Day, when an ISIS-inspired terrorist carried out a deadly car attack in New Orleans’ French Quarter, Jewish leaders blasted a large group of anti-Israel demonstrators who had gathered in Times Square to demand a “intifada revolution.” “There is only one solution: intifada revolution” was the rallying cry of the demonstration, which was … Read more

PATUXENT RIVER NAVAL AIR STATION, Md. – NAS Patuxent River has suspended Trusted Traveler and has implemented 100% ID checks at all gates effective immediately per direction from U.S. Naval Forces Northern Command. Passengers who do not possess a valid DoD Common Access Card or DBIDs Pass/Credential, must display a valid REAL ID-compliant identification ( www.dhs.gov/real-id ) and comply with escorting requirements … Read more

File photo LEXINGTON PARK, Md. – On January 3, 2025, at approximately 11:11 a.m., police and emergency personnel responded to shots fired and a motor vehicle crash on Liberty Street near Pegg Road.  Police arrived first on the scene to find the single-vehicle crash with one occupant suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. The scene was secured … Read more