As Maryland faces a $1.4B deficit, officials can’t say whether massive fraud is occurring
ANNAPOLIS, Md. (WBFF) — With Maryland staring down a projected $1.4 billion budget deficit that state analysts warn could deepen in the coming year, scrutiny is intensifying over how effectively the state protects taxpayer dollars from fraud and abuse. The questions have grown louder amid the national fallout from...
Maryland residents in need of healthcare urged to ‘Check box’ on tax return
Maryland officials are reminding residents they can check a box on their annual state income tax return to find out how they can get free or discounted health insurance through the state. When residents check the box on their returns they agree to share some income information with the Maryland...
Maryland to maintain current vaccine schedule despite CDC’s reduction
WASHINGTON (7News) — The Maryland Department of Health's childhood vaccine schedule will continue the American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines, as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced that it is reducing the number of vaccines recommended for children. The CDC will now advise that children...
Ashburn Vape Shop Robbed At Knifepoint
A vape store in Ashburn was reportedly robbed Sunday evening. The Loudoun County Sheriff's Office responded to the 43300 block of Junction Plaza, near the intersection of Claiborne and Ashburn Farm Parkways, around 9 p.m. Jan. 4 for a report of an armed robbery. A teenage male reportedly demanded money...
Authorities investigating after USPS mail carrier, resident get into fight in Frederick County
FREDERICK COUNTY, Md. - Officials are investigating an altercation between a U.S. Postal worker and a resident involving a dog in Frederick County, Md., that was caught on camera. FOX 5 spoke with the owner of the dog seen in the video. She is in a cast, and says she...
The Hourly Wage You Actually Need to Afford a 2-Bedroom Apartment in Maryland (2026)
MARYLAND - If you live in Maryland and feel like a "good salary" barely covers the basics, the math backs you up. While the national conversation focuses on inflation, Maryland faces a specific, acute crisis: it is now one of the most expensive states for renters in the entire country. The "Housing Wage"—the amount a...
4 arrested as Maryland State Police break up, prevent illegal car meetups
Four people were taken into custody after police dismantled several illegal car meet-ups and prevented three others across Maryland over the weekend, officials said.
Gas Leak Shuts Down Roads, Evacuates Businesses In Sterling-Ashburn Area (DEVELOPING)
A gas leak forced evacuations and widespread road closures in the Sterling-Ashburn area on Monday morning, prompting an extended emergency response and major traffic disruptions, officials said. Fire and rescue crews were called to an outside gas leak near Waxpool Road and Pacific Boulevard in Sterl…
Leesburg Man Charged After Attacking Family with Crossbow, Knife
A man from Leesburg faces charges of domestic assault and battery and attempted malicious wounding charges after detectives say he tried to attack family members with a crossbow and a knife. The Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office responded to a home on Camelot Place near Leesburg on Christmas Day around 3:39...
Suspect identified, charged in deadly triple shooting outside banquet hall in Prince George’s County
Police have arrested a suspect in connection after a triple homicide Saturday in Prince George’s County. Three men were killed outside a banquet hall on Saint Barnabas Road. Investigators say the suspect is in custody as the case moves forward. PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY, Md. - A suspect has been...
