Latest News

Frederick County, Some Surrounding Jurisdictions, Placed Under A Drought Watch
MDE says groundwater levels in these areas are lower than normal for this time of year. Md. Drought Watch Map (Map from Md. Dept. of the Environment)

Arson Cause Of A Vehicle Fire In Washington County
No injuries were reported.

Fox Found Recently In Frederick County Tests Positive For Rabies
Residents who have come into contact with this animal are urged to speak with their health care providers.

Code Orange Air Quality For Wednesday In Frederick County
The air is expected to be unhealthy for sensitive groups. Md. Department of the Environment Logo (From MDE website)

Two Major Nationwide Jackpot Prizes Up For Grabs This Week
Mega-Millions drawing was held Tuesday night.

Heavy Police Presence At Frederick County Law Enforcement Center On Tuesday
The Sheriff’s Office says someone brought a grenade into the building. Frederick County Law Enforcement Center (Photo from Frederick County Sheriff’s Office)

Community ‘Giveback Day’ Coming To Frederick
This is the second ‘Giveback Day’ put on by The Great Giveback.

Apartment Fire In Frederick Displaces Two Families
One person was left with minor injuries.

Life Sentence Handed Down In Rape Case In Frederick
The defendant also received a concurrent 25-year sentence for assault.

Third Democrat Launches Bid For 6th District Congressional Seat
Mia Mason is a military veteran and transgender woman.

Frederick County State’s Attorney Elected President Of National Prosecutors Organization
He was sworn on Monday. (Photo from Frederick County State’s Attorney’s website)

Work To Begin This Week On Replacing A 100-Year-Old Bridge In Frederick County
The project’s cost is $5-million. A side view of the Md. 17 Bridge over Middle Creek. (Photo from Md. Dept. of Transportation SHA)