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Maryland officials urge caution as strong storm sweeps Delmarva – 47abc

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January 9, 2024

Maryland officials urge caution as strong storm sweeps Delmarva – 47abc

MARYLAND – Maryland officials are closely monitoring the storm sweeping Delmarva Tuesday night.

With that storm, comes dangerous driving conditions. Drivers can stay up to date on road closures by clicking here. However, Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) officials say drivers should avoid the roads all together. If Marylanders do need to get behind the wheel, extreme caution is encouraged.

“Drive much slower than [you] typically would,” said MDOT Community Relations Manager for the Hanover Complex, Laila Jones. “The posted speed limit signs are for ideal weather conditions… If you see high water, turn around, don’t drown.”

Jones also advises drivers to be cautious around roadway debris. Additionally, she advises drivers to treat any non-working stop light like a four-way stop.

“The most important thing is to just be cautious,” Jones said. “Take your time. Don’t rush to get anywhere.”

Meanwhile, state emergency management officials are urging similar caution around electrical hazards.

“Any time you see a power line down, assume that there is power going through it. Don’t get anywhere near it,” said Maryland Department of Emergency Management (MDEM) public information officer, Ed McDonough. “Make sure to alert your local 911 center.”

With those downed lines and high winds, can come outages; something that thousands of Marylanders experienced Tuesday night.

“Keep your devices charged,” McDonough said. “Have a plan in place in case you lose power in your home for awhile. And, just be safe.”

McDonough says that MDEM is also keeping a close eye on flooding in coastal areas. Areas like Cambridge and Crisfield, in particular, could see high water, says McDonough.

“The National Weather Service is predicting moderate, and perhaps, major flooding at some of the tidal gauges,” said McDonough. “So, if you live in an area that is prone to tidal flooding, be prepared for that.”

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SUN: Dozens of vehicles moved to planned Maryland ICE facility; advocates concerned

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March 2, 2026

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SUN: Dozens of vehicles moved to planned Maryland ICE facility; advocates concerned

Advocacy groups are raising concerns over a warehouse in Washington County that is slated to become an Immigration and Customs Enforcement processing facility after dozens of black SUVs were moved to the warehouse’s parking lot on Sunday.

“When federal enforcement vehicles begin lining the warehouse lot, it sends a clear message about what’s taking shape in our community,” said the organizer of Hagerstown Rapid Response, Claire Connor. “We refuse to let ICE quietly plant roots in Washington County without transparency, accountability and community consent.”

The 825,620-square-foot warehouse is located at 16220 Wright Road in Williamsport. Access to the facility was blocked by orange traffic barriers and signs outlining regulations and “governing conduct on federal property” with the Department of Homeland Security emblem at the top of the page.

In late January, Washington County issued a news release stating that on Jan. 14, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security sent a letter to the county’s historic district commission and department of planning and zoning regarding the property.

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Howard County police investigate fatal officer-involved shooting in Columbia

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March 1, 2026

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Howard County police investigate fatal officer-involved shooting in Columbia

COLUMBIA, Md. (WBFF) — An adult man was killed in a police-involved shooting in Columbia early Sunday, prompting an investigation by the Maryland Attorney General’s Independent Investigations Division.

Howard County police said officers were called on March 1, at about 12:09 a.m., to an apartment building in the 6400 block of Freetown Road for a report that involved an adult male threatening to harm himself.

According to police, at about 12:22 a.m., officers encountered the man outside the building. The man approached officers while holding a knife and ignored commands to drop the weapon, police said. Officers then shot the man.

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Officers attempted life-saving measures, but the man was pronounced dead at the scene. Officersrecovered a knife near the man.

No officers were injured, and the officers were equipped with body-worn cameras.

The Independent Investigations Division is investigating.

Anyone with information about this incident, including cell phone or private surveillance video, is asked to contact the IID at (410) 576–7070 or by email atIID@oag.maryland.gov.

The IID willgenerally releasethe name of the decedent and any involved officers within two business days of the incident, although that period may be extended, if necessary,pursuant toIID protocol.

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TheIID willgenerally releasebody-worn camera footage within 20 business days of an incident. There may be situations where more than 20 days is necessary, including if investigators need more time to complete witness interviews, if there are technical delays caused by the need to shield the identities of civilian witnesses, or to allow family members to view the video before it is released to the public.

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