BALTIMORE, MD—A former Baltimore-area priest has been charged with child sex abuse that occurred in the 1990s. In October 2023, detectives with the Baltimore County Police Department’s Crimes Against Children Unit were alerted of past sexual abuse by a former priest. During their investigation, the survivor provided information regarding sexual abuse by 62-year-old William “Father Bill” Mannion that occurred from […]
CATONSVILLE, MD—The suspect who shot and injured a police officer in Baltimore County last week has been charged. Homicide detectives with the Baltimore County Police Department have charged 27-year-old Andrew Britt in connection to the shooting that occurred on March 13, 2025, at the Wilkens Precinct, which resulted in a Baltimore County police officer being injured. At approximately 2:30 p.m. […]
UPDATE 2: The suspect has been identified and charged. UPDATE: The injured police officer has been released from Shock Trauma. Original story below… CATONSVILLE, MD—A Baltimore County Police Department officer was shot near a police precinct on Thursday afternoon. At approximately 2:30 p.m. on March 13, 2025, an armed subject approached an officer in the 900-block of Walker Avenue in […]
BALTIMORE, MD—Detectives with the Baltimore County Police Department are investigating the circumstances surrounding a fatal pedestrian crash that occurred on Tuesday night. At approximately 10:15 p.m. on February 25, 2025, officers responded to the 5400-block of Baltimore National Pike (21229) following reports of a pedestrian crash. It was later determined that 37-year-old Jessica Davis was attempting to cross Baltimore National […]
BALTIMORE, MD—A Washington, D.C. man has been sentenced to federal prison for his role in robbing four cell phone stores across Maryland at gunpoint, officials say. Xavier Jones, 26, was involved in robberies at Verizon and AT&T stores in Baltimore County, Howard County, and Prince George’s County, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office. During the robberies, Jones and his accomplices […]
UPDATE: BCPL officials say all spots are now full. Original story below… ——— TOWSON, MD—Are you ready for your close-up? This could be your big chance. The Baltimore County Public Library is looking for enthusiastic stars to be part of its upcoming video shoots. Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just love the idea of your big break, this could […]
BALTIMORE, MD—A Florida man has been found guilty of plotting to blow up substations in Maryland, prosecutors said this week. A federal jury on Monday found Brandon Russell, 29, of Orlando, Florida, guilty of conspiracy to damage an energy facility on Monday after a six-day trial, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Maryland said. U.S. Attorney Erek L. […]
TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County’s popular summer camps and drop-in programs offered by the Department of Recreation and Parks will open for registration on Wednesday, January 15 at 10 a.m. The lineup of unique and enriching experiences for children ages 4 to 17 includes nearly two dozen sites countywide and themes including nature, arts, and sports. Programs cost as little as $100 […]