Hagerstown, Md. (DG) – Maryland State Police have announced two more arrests tied to a triple homicide and house fire in Washington County last November. Investigators say 40-year-old Lanea George of Owings Mills and 43-year-old David Chapple of…
Frederick County Work Force Services Job Hunt January 18, 2026
New jobs listed Machinery Maintenance Mechanic (2nd/3rd shift) (2165810) Key Responsibilities: Walks through all support equipment spaces checking for malfunctioning machinery and taking corrective action as necessary. Identify potential machinery and system malfunctions; start/stop equipment as required; effect minor repairs to a large variety of systems and equipment; maintain legible and concise records; follow established…
Two Baltimore County Men Arrested in Westminster Drug Bust
Traffic stop leads to discovery of suspected cocaine, fentanyl, and drug paraphernalia on Baltimore Boulevard. WESTMINSTER, MD (JK) — Two Baltimore County men are facing multiple charges after a traffic stop in Westminster on Wednesday, January 14th, uncovered a substantial amount of suspected narcotics. Officers with the Pro-Active Community Enforcement (PACE) Team stopped a Kia…
15-Year-Old Dies in Silver Spring Crash; Multiple Injuries Reported
Montgomery County Police continue investigation into two-vehicle collision at Lockwood Drive and Northwest Drive. Gaithersburg, MD (JK) – A 15-year-old girl from Pasadena, Maryland, was killed Wednesday in a two-vehicle crash in Silver Spring. The collision happened around 11:19 a.m. at Lockwood Drive and Northwest Drive. Authorities say a southbound Lexus overtook a Ride On…
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Carroll County Reports Significant Drop in Drug Overdoses
Officials point to collaboration, prevention, and treatment as key factors in the decline. Westminster, MD (JK) – Carroll County, Maryland continues to see a notable reduction in drug overdoses and overdose deaths, according to recent data from 2024 and 2025. Local officials say a coordinated, multi-agency strategy has played a major role in the improvement.…
Former Groundswell MMA Co-Owner Pleads Guilty to Theft and Identity Fraud in Frederick
Prosecutors say Michael Perry misused business funds and committed identity fraud. Towson, MD (JK) – A former co-owner of a Frederick-based martial arts academy has pleaded guilty to felony charges stemming from the misuse of business funds and identity fraud. Maryland State Prosecutor Charlton T. Howard III announced that Michael Perry, a former co-owner of…
Hagerstown Drug Raid Yields Fentanyl, Cocaine; Two Arrested
Multiple law enforcement agencies seize nearly 100 grams of fentanyl and over 60 grams of cocaine during Thursday operation. HAGERSTOWN, MD (JK) – A drug raid in Hagerstown on Thursday led to the seizure of nearly 100 grams of fentanyl, more than 60 grams of cocaine, and $1,802 in cash. The Washington County Narcotics Task…
Berkeley Springs Woman Arrested on Drug Distribution Charges After Traffic Stop
Late-night stop of Crystal Ann Burch on Hedgesville Road turns up suspected methamphetamine, cocaine, and other narcotics. Martinsburg, WV (JK) – A Berkeley Springs woman is facing serious drug charges following a traffic stop in Berkeley County late last week. According to sheriff’s deputies, the incident occurred on January 9, 2026, at around 9:21 p.m.,…
Frederick County Sheriff Chuck Jenkins Entered The Race For Re-Election
He has led the sheriff’s office since first winning the position in 2006. Frederick, Md. (DG) – Frederick County Sheriff Chuck Jenkins is running for another term, officially filing for re-election Wednesday. The Republican sheriff is seeking a sixth term in office after first being elected in 2006. Jenkins says he considered campaigns for Congress…
$500,000 Total in FEED Grants Awarded To 19 Organizations In Frederick County
They will be used to help ease food insecurity. Frederick, Md (KM) 19 organizations in Frederick County, including food banks, pantries and religious organizations, are receiving Food Equity and Emergency Distribution Grants to help residents who experiencing food insecurity. Betsy Day, the President and CEO of the Community Foundation of Frederick County, says the FEED…