Loudoun, Virginia school leaders’ ‘terrorist’ training simulated parents attacking board
LOUDOUN COUNTY, Va. (7News) — On Jan. 13, hours after a Loudoun County Public Schools employee struck and killed a student while driving a district maintenance vehicle, the Loudoun County School Board held a closed-door training focused on the school board’s safety. 7News has learned that the board,...
Cold case revived in search for missing Maryland woman
Cold case search renewed for Germantown woman missing for a decade Gaithersburg, MD – Ten years after a Germantown woman vanished from her home without a trace, detectives are again turning to the public in hopes of uncovering new information that could finally explain what happened. Nancy Eillen Strohmeyer was…
Maryland’s 5th Congressional District Race Heats Up
The race to replace longtime Rep. Steny Hoyer (D-Md.) has nearly a dozen rumored candidates, including Del. Adrian Boafo (D-District 23), Prince George’s County Councilmember Wala Blegay, Del. Nicole Williams (D-District 22), and Alexis Solis. Jason Fowler, who recently announced his candidacy for District 27’s state...
What Was Maryland Called Before Pre-Statehood?
MARYLAND STATE - Before its ascension to statehood in 1788, the land now known as Maryland was a melting pot of cultures and influences, each leaving its mark on its nomenclature. From the grand titles bestowed by the English Crown to the intimate names used by indigenous tribes, these monikers offer a glimpse into...
Maryland–West Virginia – Winter Storm Watch: Dangerous Wind Chills, Near-Whiteout Snow Possible Into Weekend
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Western Maryland, West Virginia – A Winter Storm Watch is in effect for mountain counties, with heavy snow, high winds, and dangerous wind chills expected to severely impact travel late Friday into early...
Jose Marvin Martinez Arrested For Fourth DUI In Virginia: PD
Jose Marvin Martinez didn’t just drive drunk — again — police say he crashed into a man, tried to run him over, ditched his car, and left his dog behind to get hit by Virginia traffic. It was just another Wednesday night for a man now facing...
Frederick Residents Dispute Sheriff Jenkins’ ICE Claims Amid 287(g) Ban
FREDERICK, Md. – One day after the Maryland General Assembly passed emergency legislation to ban local law enforcement partnerships with Immigration and Customs Enforcement, residents of a Frederick neighborhood are describing a different reality than the one Sheriff Chuck Jenkins has publicly portrayed. The Maryland...
$120K seized: 7News joins Dulles’ customs agents catching travelers with unreported cash
WASHINGTON (7News) — U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized nearly $120,000 from four travelers who violated federal currency reporting laws at Washington Dulles International Airport since the start of 2026. This week, 7News got an inside look at that process as agents screened passengers one by one....
Dorchester Singer Considered for State Song
(CAMBRIDGE, Md) – One Dorchester County singer is heading to Annapolis this week for a shot at a major honor. Jayla Elise of Cambridge is introducing a bill in the state senate later this week. If passed, the bill would approve her song, called “Heart of Maryland” as the official Maryland state song.
Iconic Philly Cheesesteak Shop Opening in Maryland
Geno’s Steaks, the Philadelphia restaurant known for its cheesesteaks, has announced it will open its first Maryland location at Power Plant Live! in downtown Baltimore on Thursday, March 5. The new spot will mark the brand’s first expansion into the state. The restaurant will serve cheesesteaks, Italian hoagies,...
