WBAL-TV 11 Baltimore
Baltimore deputies seize suspected illegal cannabis
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- Baltimore deputies seize suspected illegal cannabis
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- 2:34
- Date posted
- 2 hours ago
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- The Baltimore City Sheriff's Office on Thursday announced an enforcement initiative targeting illegal cannabis and tobacco product sales inside smoke shops. In partnership with the Maryland Alcohol, Tobacco and Cannabis Commission, the sheriff announced a neighborhood enforcement initiative.
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- Wiping away tears through hugs
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- 1:15
- Date posted
- 5 hours ago
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- Madison Lippy wiped away tears as she greeted and hugged the 18 Maryland State Police troopers and first responders who were there to stand in at the Westminster High School graduation for her father, who was killed in the line of duty. Breana Ross shares the emotional tribute: https://www.wbaltv.com/article/maryland-police-honor-fallen-troopers-daughter-school-graduation/71499203
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- Why the fire victim's brother called WBAL-TV 11 News ...
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- 1:12
- Date posted
- 5 hours ago
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- The family and neighbors of a Barclay woman who died in a three-alarm fire a week ago are searching for answers. Kate Amara finds out what's leaving them frustrated: https://www.wbaltv.com/article/guilford-avenue-fire-paula-mcdonald-family-baltimore/71498345
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- New World screwworm and beef prices ...
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- 0:38
- Date posted
- 8 hours ago
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- Beef prices could increase even higher due to the discovery of the flesh-eating New World screwworm. Mindy Basara explains in today's Medical Minute: https://www.wbaltv.com/article/new-world-screwworm-what-to-know/71496836
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- BPD doubles down on dirt bike enforcement using drones
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- 2:21
- Date posted
- 8 hours ago
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- Baltimore police have seized 27 dirt bikes and 14 ATVs so far this year as officials intensify efforts to address riders on city streets. Illegal dirt bikes and ATVs speeding through Baltimore streets — sometimes in large groups — are a familiar sight. Baltimore Police Commissioner Richard Worley admitted the department had not prioritized the problem in recent years. City police have confiscated 27 dirt bikes and 14 ATVs so far this year. By comparison, in all of 2025, police seized 74 dirt bikes and only seven ATVs. The Traffic Investigation Unit is now tasked with handling this enforcement.
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- Audit: AI bots pose as fake students to steal $264K in aid
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- 2:30
- Date posted
- 8 hours ago
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- A new fraud case involving artificial intelligence stole thousands of dollars in college financial aid. A new state audit reveals Baltimore City Community College gave more than $264,000 in taxpayer-funded financial aid to ghost students who were actually thieves who used AI bots to set up 145 fake student accounts. Auditors fault BCCC for not properly verifying documentation. State auditors found AI-powered bots submitted a mass of college applications by creating fake accounts and submitting bogus assignments to maintain the illusion of enrollment long enough to get financial aid.
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- Graduation tribute honors Trooper Mickey Lippy's daughter
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- 2:43
- Date posted
- 8 hours ago
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- A Carroll County student lost her father, but she was far from alone at her high school graduation. Hundreds gathered Thursday at McDaniel College to celebrate Westminster High School's graduation, including Maryland State Police troopers and first responders who came together to honor the daughter of a fallen trooper. Tearful hugs marked the moment as 18 state troopers and first responders stood in place of TFC Mickey Lippy, Madison Lippy's father, who died in the line of duty on Sept. 28, 2008.
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- Family of geese killed on Harford County road
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- 2:05
- Date posted
- 8 hours ago
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- A family of geese was struck and killed Thursday morning near the intersection of U.S. Route 40 and Magnolia Road in Harford County, leaving two adult geese and eight goslings dead and prompting an investigation. The collision occurred just past a visible bend in the road near a speed warning sign.
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- Woman's family searching for answers week after fatal fire
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- 2:42
- Date posted
- 9 hours ago
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- The family of a Barclay woman who died in a three-alarm fire a week ago is searching for answers. Paula McDonald was trapped inside her home in the 2200 block of Guilford Avenue amid a wind-driven fire. Her home has since been demolished and several neighboring homes have been condemned.
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- US Navy Drill Team brings precision routines to Sail250
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- 1:49
- Date posted
- 9 hours ago
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- The U.S. Navy Drill Team will be among groups taking part in "Sail 250 Maryland and Air Show Baltimore" in less than three weeks. Executing its four-man routine, the drill team carries out a longstanding tradition featuring marching and arms presentations, with stunning aerial maneuvers, all with precise motion, demonstrating strict military order and professionalism.
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- AI bots used to steal financial aid
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- 1:02
- Date posted
- 9 hours ago
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- An audit finds AI bots were used to steal $264K in financial aid. David Collins explains how: https://www.wbaltv.com/article/ai-bots-fake-student-aid-fraud-bccc-baltimore/71498093
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- Weather Talk explains dangers of storm surge
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- 1:36
- Date posted
- 10 hours ago
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- Meteorologist Dalencia Jenkins explains the importance behind knowing what storm surge is and how to prepare for its dangerous effects.
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- Police double down on dirt bike enforcement using drones
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- 0:19
- Date posted
- 10 hours ago
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- Since the weekend, Baltimore police seized 15 dirt bikes and ATVs, including 11 near Herring Run Park and four more in Cameron Village.
Kim Dacey explains the renewed enforcement effort that will use drones: http://www.wbaltv.com/article/baltimore-police-seize-dirt-bikes-crackdown-helicopters-drones/71497646
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- Inside the Luigi Mangione investigation | Dateline Exclusive
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- 0:40
- Date posted
- 11 hours ago
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- Friday's all-new Dateline at 10 p.m. goes inside the Luigi Mangione investigation, revealing exclusive new details and insight into the case that continues to captivate the world. For the first time, two NYPD Major Case Squad detectives who worked on the investigation take Dateline through the lead-up to the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson and the urgent manhunt that followed. The one-hour special, "A Killing in Midtown," also features a member of Thompson's inner circle speaking publicly about the case for the first time. Jeff Alter, a friend and former colleague, tells Holt about the social media reaction to Thompson's death.
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- U.S. Navy Drill Team at Sail250
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- 1:00
- Date posted
- 13 hours ago
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- *CHECK THIS OUT* The U.S. Navy Drill Team is set to perform at Sail250 Maryland coming to Baltimore on June 26-28. #sail250maryland #usnavy #baltimore
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- Exciting promotions coming from the Orioles for the next home stand
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- 4:52
- Date posted
- 14 hours ago
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- The Baltimore Orioles are back home next week and it's not just about baseball. From dogs taking over the ballpark to a special Japanese heritage celebration, a World Cup-themed giveaway, and even a 'Diary of a Wimpy Kid' day for families. Joining us to talk about all the excitement is chief marketing officer for the Orioles, Mark Fine. He has more about the upcoming special promotions and the "City Connect Snowball Truck Tour".
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- Big stories. Breathtaking visuals. Must-see television.
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- 0:31
- Date posted
- 15 hours ago
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- Don't miss NBC's "The Americas" tonight at 8 p.m. on WBAL-TV 11. for big stories, breathtaking visuals, must-see television.
It's an epic journey through the breathtaking landscapes, wildlife and stories that define our continent.
Then, the adventure continues next week with "Surviving Earth," exploring the incredible resilience of life on our ever-changing planet.
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- Tires slashed on multiple cars
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- 0:40
- Date posted
- 18 hours ago
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- Multiple car owners were confronted with slashed tires after a vandalism spree. Khiree Stewart examines where police are in the investigation. https://www.wbaltv.com/article/brewers-hill-baltimore-city-tire-slashing-spree/71492260
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- Brewer's Hill residents in Baltimore report seven vehicles hit in tire-slashing spree
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- 2:40
- Date posted
- 19 hours ago
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- Residents in a Baltimore neighborhood are dealing with slashed tires on multiple vehicles after a vandalism spree early Wednesday morning, prompting frustration and financial strain as police investigate. People in Brewer's Hill told WBAL-TV 11 News that several of those cars were on Fait Avenue and South Dean Street. Allyson Wetherald, whose vehicle was among those targeted, described the damage. Surveillance video captured the moment that one person, that was part of a group of four, walked up to their vehicle and apparently messed with one of the tires. "It's a pretty obvious large slash mark and the tire was completely flat," Wetherald said. She and her fiancé later discovered their vehicle was not the only one affected. "Several other people in the neighborhood also said they got hit. There's a good chunk of us," Wetherald said. The timing of the incident has added stress for Wetherald, who is saving for her wedding. "It just leaves us in a pickle. We're saving for a wedd...
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- Man's plea hearing delayed in murder trial
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- 1:00
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- A Baltimore County judge grants a state motion to postpone a plea hearing for the man charged in the killing of his wife. Kate Amara explains how it got to this point: https://www.wbaltv.com/article/tony-lechner-plea-delayed-not-criminally-responsible-monkton/71483845
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- Community feeling impact following 11-year-old boy shot at playground
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- 3:08
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Community feeling impact following 11-year-old boy shot at playground
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- Maryland drought impacts groundwater levels, well water
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- 2:28
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Despite recent rainfall, drought conditions persist in Maryland with groundwater levels critically low. Low groundwater levels can impact people who rely on well water, including people in northern Baltimore County. People in Baltimore City and surrounding counties who rely on the city’s water system are under voluntary water restrictions because of concerns about reservoir levels.
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- At least it’s a "dry heat" ... until Sunday
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- 0:22
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Meteorologist Ava Marie explains how it turns hotter this week in Maryland — but at least it’s a "dry heat" ... until Sunday: https://www.wbaltv.com/article/baltimore-weather-wednesday-6-3-2026-warming-this-week/71474956
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- Nijah Howard graduates Archbishop Curley after brain tumor battle
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- 4:54
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- There was no way Nijah Howard was missing his high school graduation. Every student who walks the stage to accept their diploma has their own story of challenges and accomplishments. For Nijah, in particular, he met this moment though faith and optimism in the face of a very difficult diagnosis.
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- Baltimore vows fixes after audit finds $40M in unpaid bills
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- 2:22
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Data reveals businesses and residents owe $40 million in unpaid bills to Baltimore City, prompting leaders to address collection failures and implement new policies. Figures from the Baltimore City Department of Finance show $14.4 million went uncollected in 2025, and more than $10 million went uncollected in each of the two preceding years.
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- School unveils Ben Carson reading room for literacy
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- 0:47
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Bedford Elementary School students are excited to celebrate a new reading room! The Pikesville school on Wednesday held a ceremony to open the Ben Carson Reading Room, which was the brainchild of the Carson Scholars Fund. Dr. Ben Carson and his wife created the fund to expand childhood literacy across the country.
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- Ravens volunteer to help rehab Patterson Park rec centers
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- 0:58
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- The Baltimore Ravens' coaches, players and staff converged Wednesday on Patterson Park for a big volunteer project. Every year, the Ravens spend days out of the office and in the community. This year, they spent the day building picnic tables, painting and even gardening. They also helped rehabilitate the Catalyst Center and the Virginia S. Baker Recreation Center, which is one of the city's most-used rec centers.
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- Officials warn about dangers of 'pool hopping'
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- 2:15
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Baltimore City officials are warning residents about the dangers of "pool hopping," a trend in which people trespass into closed swimming pools. Children were seen Tuesday night climbing a fence and jumping into the Patterson Park Swimming Pool, even taking a "No Trespassing" sign into the water with them. Despite barriers and warning signs, city officials told WBAL-TV 11 News that pool hopping continues.
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- Discovery Quest passport showcases 14 museums
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- 2:02
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- While you can't travel the world with the new Discovery Quest Charm City passport, you can go on a learning adventure across 14 Baltimore museums. The Port Discovery Children's Museum is just one of the stops on a new adventure that takes you and your family exploring all summer long. With Discovery Quest, people get a free booklet that serves as a passport for the 14 participating locations across the city. At each site, people collect stamps, and after visiting at least two locations, people get a collectible charm.
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- Officials warn against pool hopping this summer
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- 0:43
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Do you remember the near-fatal pool hopping incident from last summer? Already, people have reported kids climbing fences and jumping into city pools after hours. You should call 911 or say something if you see this at any pool! #pool #summer #safety #tvnews
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- Weather Talk: It's going to get hot for a couple of days
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- 1:24
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- It will turn hot around Baltimore later this week, but overall, June should end up fairly close to average temperatures for the month. Rainfall is also forecast to be close to normal, as well. The only thing that might help in the drought situation is if a tropical system moves through the Mid-Atlantic later this month. If there is going to be tropical development in the next few weeks, it would be in the Gulf or just off the Southeast Coast.
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- GRAND SLAM TRIBUTE TO MOM
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- 0:53
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- GRAND SLAM: Video captures a teen's heartwarming tribute to his mom: http://www.wbaltv.com/article/grand-slam-teen-tribute-to-mom-hagerstown/71485737
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- Grand slam: Teen's heartwarming tribute to his mom
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- 0:50
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- A teen's heartwarming tribute to his mother was captured on video in Hagerstown. Joel Jordan shared video with WBAL-TV 11 News of a very special moment when his son, Jaybriel, hit a grand slam. But it wasn't just a display of talent as much as it was a tribute to his mom, who recently underwent surgery and was too sore to attend Jaybriel's game.
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- 12 taken to hospital after MTA bus collides with work van
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- 2:46
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- A dozen passengers of a Maryland Transit Administration bus were taken to a hospital after a crash in West Baltimore. City fire officials told WBAL-TV 11 News that the bus and a work van collided at West Baltimore and North Monroe streets around 1 p.m. Seven paramedic units were called to the scene, six of which took 12 people to hospitals. One unit stayed at the scene to assist with two people who declined to go to a hospital.
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- Maryland MTA investigates light rail fight in Baltimore
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- 0:49
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- A MTA light rail fight leaves rider’s son in her lap as chaos erupts on train. Khiree Stewart has more about the incident in an interview with a witness as well as the response from the MTA.
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- Maryland MTA investigates light rail fight in Baltimore
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- 2:36
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- The Maryland Transportation Administration is investigating a reported fight that happened on a light rail train on Sunday, May 31. It said the fight involved an adult male and several juveniles. Courtney Upperman and her family were on that train and saw the fight break out. "It was a gentleman got bumped by another fellow and he ended up getting really angry and they ended up fist fighting over it," Upperman said. Upperman described the scene as chaotic, noting that one of the men involved sustained visible injuries. "The one guy did have a lot of lacerations on his face. I had my son on my lap and as they were fighting I was trying to move him out of the way," she said. "I got like a shoulder or an elbow to the corner of the mouth but it was upsetting because it was a lot of people that had gotten on with their kids from the arena and they all witnessed that," she said. She also recalled a threatening remark made by one of the juveniles involved. The fight eventually ended, wi...
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- Family seeks to use loophole to delay plea deal
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- 0:56
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Children seek to delay their father's plea deal in their mother's killing via a loophole in Maryland law. Kate Amara explains how they're citing the Adnan Syed case to do it: https://www.wbaltv.com/article/tony-lechner-plea-deal-not-criminally-responsible-monkton/71474833
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- How community groups contribute to crime reduction
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- 1:15
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Baltimore is on track to see historic drops in homicides this year. Breana Ross examines how community groups are playing a key role in violence prevention efforts: https://www.wbaltv.com/article/baltimore-homicides-drop-safe-streets-community-groups/71474341
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- Monkton family seeks delay in father's murder plea deal
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- 2:19
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- The family of a woman who authorities said died at the hands of her husband is pushing to delay a plea hearing, citing the Adnan Syed case in order to do it. Anthony "Tony" Lechner was charged with murder in the killing of his wife, Kimberly Lechner, who was fatally stabbed inside her Monkton home in September. Attorney Thiru Vignarajah said Tony Lechner plans to seal his plea deal with the state Wednesday and then be found not criminally responsible, which is Maryland's version of an insanity defense. The couple's two college-aged children are pushing to delay Tony Lechner's plea hearing, citing the Syed case in order to do so.
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- Residents: It's not the first time sewage has spilled into creek
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- 2:03
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Cleanup work is complete after a spill released more than 16,000 gallons of raw sewage near Cypress Creek in Severna Park, according to the Anne Arundel County Department of Public Works. A pipe failed Sunday afternoon on Ritchie Highway, causing the spill. While most of the sewage remained on land and was removed by vacuum trucks, county officials said on Tuesday that approximately 2,000 gallons entered Cypress Creek. Residents who live along the creek expressed frustration and concern after seeing images of the contamination.
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- Maryland election results could be delayed after ballot error
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- 2:20
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Maryland election officials forewarn of vote-counting delays on election night due to the mail-in ballot error. The Maryland State Board of Elections is addressing fallout from the error caused by the state's vendor, which sent ballots to some voters that were for the wrong party affiliation. While the exact number of incorrect ballots sent is unknown, the state has replaced more than 447,000 ballots. Replacement ballots are still arriving in voters' mailboxes, which could lead to delays in canvassing on election night.
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- Zoomerang back for zoo's 150th anniversary, red panda debut
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- 1:39
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore is celebrating its 150th anniversary by bringing back its summer soirée, "Zoomerang." It's going to be extra special this year as not only is the event back for the first time in years, but guests will be the first to see the new red panda habitat. Zoomerang is a legendary party making a return, and the Maryland Zoo is kicking off the summer with guests partying with a purpose.
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- Cigarette smoking at an all-time low
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- 0:42
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- The number of American adults who say they smoke cigarette is at an all-time low. Mindy Basara explains what led to the decline in today's Medical Minute. https://www.wbaltv.com/article/vaping-cancer-risk-nicotine-e-cigarettes-quit-smoking-teens/71433255
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- Raw sewage spills into creek ... again
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- 0:21
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Cleanup work is complete after a spill released more than 16,000 gallons of raw sewage near Cypress Creek in Severna Park. Kim Dacey reports how residents say this isn't the first time: http://www.wbaltv.com/article/severna-park-cypress-creek-sewage-leak-cleanup/71473509
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- Community groups play role in Baltimore's homicide drop
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- 2:39
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Baltimore is on track to see historic drops in homicides this year with community groups playing a key role in violence prevention efforts. Homicides in the city are down 23% compared to this time last year, which saw the lowest number of homicides in about 50 years. So far in 2026, Baltimore has recorded 40 homicides compared to 53 at this time last year, and 121 nonfatal shootings compared to 123 last year. The city finished May with eight homicides, marking the first single-digit May homicide count in more than five decades, according to the mayor.
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- Man critical after apparent explosion near Annapolis
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- 0:32
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- A man was injured after an apparent explosion Tuesday afternoon near Annapolis, Anne Arundel County fire officials told WBAL-TV 11 News. County fire officials said firefighters were called around 2 p.m. to a house in the 3000 block of Friends Road off Cape St. John Road along the South River for a fire. When crews arrived, they found no sign of fire, officials said. Instead, they found a man suffering from injuries from some type of an explosion. The exact nature of the explosion was not immediately known. The man was flown to a hospital in critical condition.
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- Family remembers Baltimore DOT worker amid possible homicide charges
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- 2:26
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Attorneys anticipate charges to be upgraded to homicide in the killing of a 71-year-old Baltimore City employee who stepped up to help someone and was beaten to death. Kiannah Bonaparte's jury trial was set to begin Tuesday, but lawyers told WBAL-TV 11 News that the medical examiner has since ruled Gregory Turnipseed's death a homicide. Turnipseed's family attended Tuesday's court proceedings, including his daughter, La'Cheryl Turnipseed-White, and his cousin, Deborah Carrington.
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- Police: Family of crash victim threatened by armed man
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- 0:37
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Baltimore County police arrested a Timonium man after an alleged confrontation and assault in which he's accused of flashing a gun in Cockeysville. Imtiaz Sami, 39, was arrested and charged with assault and a gun offense stemming from an incident on May 31 in the 2400 block of Burlwood Road, according to police. Police said officers arrived shortly before 6 p.m. and were told that Sami allegedly pointed a gun at the victim before fleeing. Police said investigators were captured and arrested Sami a short time later. He remains held without bond at the Baltimore County Detention Center.
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- Weather Talk explains drought conditions in Maryland
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- 1:17
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- You have seen the "drought monitor" many times, but if you go to the Maryland Department of the Environment's website, you will get a more detailed report. Groundwater levels are very low right now, so people with wells should pay close attention. Stream levels are a little low, but not bad. The reservoirs in Central Maryland are close to normal again. This information is updated every two weeks.
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- $25K reward offered 2 years after boy killed
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- 0:45
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- Police continue to search for a suspect after a 10-year-old boy was shot and killed in Salisbury in 2024. The FBI is now offering a reward of up to $25,000 for information leading to an arrest. Tyron Colbert Jr. was shot and killed on Aug. 5, 2024, in a house on Clay Street and later died at a hospital. Authorities believe Tyron was inside the home with his mother and two other young children at the time of the shooting, police said.
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