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Trump ballroom renovation dumps massive dirt mound on historic golf course, prompting lawsuit over potentially toxic substances
A dirt mound measuring 30,000 cubic yards, all from President Trump’s White House ballroom renovation, has been dumped on East Potomac Golf Links. A federal lawsuit has been filed, alleging the dirt could contain harmful substances from the demolition.
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Friday Morning Headlines: Explosives found in Annapolis home during illegal deer hunting investigation; Three arrested in Catonsville for jewelry thefts; Weekend lane closures on I-83; and more.
Explosive devices found in home of Annapolis man during investigation into illegal deer hunting – CBS Baltimore Three arrested in Catonsville for stealing $14k in jewelry – WBAL News Radio Baltimore Ravens unveil new uniforms at Merriweather Post Pavilion event – ESPN Residents of Fells Point, Pigtown and Federal Hill rally against noise, violence at…
Thursday Afternoon Headlines: Crackdown on ‘super speeders,’ vehicles registered in Virginia; Zūm gets 5 more years to bus Howard County students; Larger canopies allowed at Ocean City, but no tents; and more.
Maryland lawmakers crack down on “super speeders” and vehicles registered in Virginia — WJZ Despite a troubled start, Zūm gets 5 more years to bus Howard County students — The Baltimore Banner Ocean City to allow larger canopies on the beach this summer, but still no tents — WMAR Seawall acquires building from century-old Remington…
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Friday Morning Headlines: Explosives found in Annapolis home during illegal deer hunting investigation; Three arrested in Catonsville for jewelry thefts; Weekend lane closures on I-83; and more.
Explosive devices found in home of Annapolis man during investigation into illegal deer hunting – CBS Baltimore Three arrested in Catonsville for stealing $14k in jewelry – WBAL News Radio Baltimore Ravens unveil new uniforms at Merriweather Post Pavilion event – ESPN Residents of Fells Point, Pigtown and Federal Hill rally against noise, violence at…
Thursday Afternoon Headlines: Crackdown on ‘super speeders,’ vehicles registered in Virginia; Zūm gets 5 more years to bus Howard County students; Larger canopies allowed at Ocean City, but no tents; and more.
Maryland lawmakers crack down on “super speeders” and vehicles registered in Virginia — WJZ Despite a troubled start, Zūm gets 5 more years to bus Howard County students — The Baltimore Banner Ocean City to allow larger canopies on the beach this summer, but still no tents — WMAR Seawall acquires building from century-old Remington…
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Petition calls for safety improvements around Baltimore waterfront after body found of missing man – CBS Baltimore Former Dunbar football coach sentenced to year in prison after theft of $216k in overtime – Baltimore Banner Waymo’s future in Maryland uncertain after bill to regulate driverless vehicles fails – WBAL News Radio Recreation center reopens in…
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ICE warehouse construction for detainees blocked ‘until further notice’ in Western Maryland Baltimore breaks record high temperature Wednesday, set in 1941 — WJZ Maryland parents of stillborn babies could soon get $1,000 tax credit — The Baltimore Banner Illegal deer hunting leads to discovery of explosives in Annapolis — WMAR A billboard is rising on…
Gibson Island Open House This Saturday – 668 Broadwater Way
668 BROADWATER WAY | GIBSON ISLAND, MDOPEN SATURDAY, APRIL 18, 1-4pm*Also available to be shown by private appointment Listing Price: $2,850,000 Nestled on nearly half an acre of beautifully landscaped grounds, this elegant contemporary home offers comfort, style, and privacy. Built in 1988 and completely remodeled by Think Make Build in 2021, the 3,809-square-foot residence…
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Report points to staffing shortages and outdated training in 2023 Baltimore firefighter deaths – CBS Baltimore Efforts fail to change system that lets anyone file for criminal charges in Maryland – Baltimore Banner Record-breaking heat on Wednesday – WMAR-TV Chalk lines on sidewalk to protest Hagerstown ICE facility – WBAL News Radio Former Eastern Shore…
