WASHINGTON (AP) - Amid lingering concerns about his national security policies, President Barack Obama is outlining measures to clarify the deadly use of drones against terror suspects.
DENTON, Md. - An off-duty state trooper is being treated for injuries he sustained after he reportedly confronted vandalism suspects in a car, and was dragged by the vehicle when the driver accelerated
SNOW HILL, Md. - The intersection of Rt 113 and Rt 12 in Snow Hill has been the scene of 61 accidents, two fatal, since its completion in 2006. Edwin Shockley, a former EMT who lives less than a mile
DOVER, Del. - Police have arrested a Dover man for allegedly making threatening and harassing phone calls.Authorities say 49 year-old Raymond Brokenbrough continuously called and texted a female State
WICOMICO Co., Md. - Wicomico County and the City of Salisbury want to remind you to pay your taxes. More than 1,100 properties in the county still owe taxes to the county and city government. That's $2.3
PHOENIX (AP) - Jurors in the Jodi Arias murder trial told the judge they've been unable to reach a unanimous verdict on whether she should be sentenced to life or death.
MOORE, Okla. (AP) - The Oklahoma Insurance Department says a preliminary estimate suggests the cost of the tornado that hit the Oklahoma City suburb of Moore could be more than $2 billion.
Thursday, May 23 2013 12:02 AM EDT2013-05-23 04:02:35 GMT
DELMARVA - With Choptank Electric issuing a "beat the peak" alert Wednesday, and summer weather approaching pretty quickly, we've got a few tips to help you save money this summer. Remember, during hotMore >>
DELMARVA - With Choptank Electric issuing a "beat the peak" alert Wednesday, and summer weather approaching pretty quickly, we've got a few tips to help you save money this summer. Remember, during hotMore >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:49 PM EDT2013-05-23 03:49:12 GMT
DOVER, Del. - In Delaware, there's federal grant money available for Historic places damaged by Superstorm Sandy.The Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs is now accepting letters of interest. PropertiesMore >>
DOVER, Del. - In Delaware, there's federal grant money available for Historic places damaged by Superstorm Sandy.The Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs is now accepting letters of interest. PropertiesMore >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:27 PM EDT2013-05-23 03:27:55 GMT
OCEAN CITY, Md. - Communities across the shore are still recovering from Superstorm Sandy, but Ocean City has it's eyes on the next potential big storm. Hurricane season starts June first,which is whyMore >>
OCEAN CITY, Md. - Communities across the shore are still recovering from Superstorm Sandy, but Ocean City has it's eyes on the next potential big storm. Hurricane season starts June first,which is whyMore >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:49 PM EDT2013-05-22 22:49:27 GMT
WMDT 47 NEWS - So far, in Oklahoma, it's estimated that this tornado did more than $2 billion worth of damage. And the American Red Cross is hard at work assisting with recovery efforts. The Lower ShoreMore >>
WMDT 47 NEWS - So far, in Oklahoma, it's estimated that this tornado did more than $2 billion worth of damage. And the American Red Cross is hard at work assisting with recovery efforts.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:21 PM EDT2013-05-22 22:21:32 GMT
SUSSEX Co., Md. - It appears the Sussex County budget is looking bright, thanks to local real estate - the county's largest source of income. Officials are budgeting for $16 million in revenue for FiscalMore >>
SUSSEX Co., Md. - It appears the Sussex County budget is looking bright, thanks to local real estate - the county's largest source of income. Officials are budgeting for $16 million in revenue for FiscalMore >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:15 PM EDT2013-05-22 22:15:10 GMT
DOVER, Del. - State officials are hosting a two-day conference on Delaware's child protection system. It's aimed at improving how professionals can work together to respond to child abuse and neglectMore >>
DOVER, Del. - State officials are hosting a two-day conference on Delaware's child protection system. It's aimed at improving how professionals can work together to respond to child abuse and neglectMore >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:10 PM EDT2013-05-22 22:10:33 GMT
SALISBURY, Md. - More than $200,000 of federal grant money is going to the Salisbury Fire Department. The money will be used to purchase 55 digital portable radios which would replace the old and outdatedMore >>
SALISBURY, Md. - More than $200,000 of federal grant money is going to the Salisbury Fire Department. The money will be used to purchase 55 digital portable radios which would replace the old and outdatedMore >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 3:20 PM EDT2013-05-22 19:20:31 GMT
WICOMICO CO., Md. - On Thursday night, select students from across Wicomico County will get to show off their math skills. It's the 7th annual Math 24 Tournament! Students in elementary and middle schoolMore >>
WICOMICO CO., Md. - On Thursday night, select students from across Wicomico County will get to show off their math skills.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 2:53 PM EDT2013-05-22 18:53:11 GMT
SALISBURY, Md. - On Wednesday, the Delmarva Shorebirds took home the win at Perdue Stadium in game three against the Lakewood Blueclaws, with a score of 8 to 6. It wasn't enough to win them the series,More >>
SALISBURY, Md. - On Wednesday, the Delmarva Shorebirds took home the win at Perdue Stadium in game three against the Lakewood Blueclaws, with a score of 8 to 6.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 12:13 PM EDT2013-05-22 16:13:14 GMT
CAMBRIDGE, Md. - A man is accused of threatening to burn down his ex-wife's home. Cambridge Police say 31-year-old Rusty Tyler made a threat of arson against his estranged spouse. Tyler was arrested, chargedMore >>
CAMBRIDGE, Md. - A man is accused of threatening to burn down his ex-wife's home.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:38 AM EDT2013-05-22 15:38:44 GMT
CAMBRIDGE, Md. - A wanted fugitive is now behind bars in Dorchester County. Cambridge Police say they stopped a vehicle on Wednesday, just before 3:20 AM, for a traffic violation, on Rigby Avenue. DuringMore >>
CAMBRIDGE, Md. - A wanted fugitive is now behind bars in Dorchester County. Cambridge Police say they stopped a vehicle on Wednesday, just before 3:20 AM, for a traffic violation, on Rigby Avenue.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:42 AM EDT2013-05-22 14:42:41 GMT
OCEAN CITY, Md. -- It's a brand new day and new season in Ocean City, and officials are excited to bring back a famous landmark destroyed by Superstorm Sandy. Just in time for Memorial Day Weekend theMore >>
OCEAN CITY, Md. -- It's a brand new day and new season in Ocean City, and officials are excited to bring back a famous landmark destroyed by Superstorm Sandy.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:15 AM EDT2013-05-22 14:15:39 GMT
WMDT 47 NEWS - With the temperatures on the rise, so is power consumption. Choptank Electric is asking members to "beat the peak" on Wednesday, May 22nd between 3:00 and 7:00 PM. You can help by turningMore >>
WMDT 47 NEWS - With the temperatures on the rise, so is power consumption. Choptank Electric is asking members to "beat the peak" on Wednesday, May 22nd between 3:00 and 7:00 PM.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 12:38 AM EDT2013-05-22 04:38:26 GMT
OCEAN CITY, Md. - Paid parking isn't anything new for Ocean City, but Monday night, the City Council voted to add six new metered parking sites throughout the beach town. "A lot of people that come hereMore >>
OCEAN CITY, Md. - Paid parking isn't anything new for Ocean City, but Monday night, the City Council voted to add six new metered parking sites throughout the beach town. "A lot of people that come hereMore >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:59 PM EDT2013-05-22 03:59:51 GMT
SUSSEX CO., Del. - Cape Henlopen School District is looking at making some changes to their elementary schools in light of what they say is a good problem: increased enrollment from more families withMore >>
SUSSEX CO., Del. - Cape Henlopen School District is looking at making some changes to their elementary schools in light of what they say is a good problem: increased enrollment from more families withMore >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:01 PM EDT2013-05-22 03:01:20 GMT
OCEAN CITY, Md. - One contentious issue in Ocean City budget skated through with no problem Monday night, and now the Ocean Bowl skate park will remain open *year round*. Apparently there was an unusedMore >>
OCEAN CITY, Md. - One contentious issue in Ocean City budget skated through with no problem Monday night, and now the Ocean Bowl skate park will remain open *year round*. Apparently there was an unusedMore >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:00 PM EDT2013-05-22 03:00:14 GMT
SALISBURY, Md. - Most of us do it – buckling up as soon as we get in the car. But for those who don't - know this: for the next few weeks, law enforcement is watching.It's all part of the 2013 nationwideMore >>
SALISBURY, Md. - Most of us do it – buckling up as soon as we get in the car. But for those who don't - know this: for the next few weeks, law enforcement is watching.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:58 PM EDT2013-05-22 02:58:58 GMT
WMDT 47 NEWS - The Shorebirds got trounced Tuesday night 9-2. The Lakewood BlueClaws scored early and often, jumping all over Delmarva Shorebirds pitching in the first half of the game. Matt Hobgood cameMore >>
WMDT 47 NEWS - The Shorebirds got trounced Tuesday night 9-2. The Lakewood BlueClaws scored early and often, jumping all over Delmarva Shorebirds pitching in the first half of the game. Matt Hobgood cameMore >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:52 PM EDT2013-05-22 02:52:22 GMT
OCEAN CITY, Md. - Ocean City is partnering with Maryland highway officials to launch a pedestrian safety campaign for the busy summer months. Last summer, two pedestrians were killed and 13 were injuredMore >>
OCEAN CITY, Md. - Ocean City is partnering with Maryland highway officials to launch a pedestrian safety campaign for the busy summer months. Last summer, two pedestrians were killed and 13 were injuredMore >>
All that is left of Shayne Patterson's three-bedroom home is the tiny area where his wife hunkered down under a mattress to protect their three children when a tornado packing winds of at least 200 mph slammed...More >>
All that is left of Shayne Patteson's three-bedroom home is the tiny area where his wife hunkered down under a mattress to protect their three children when a tornado packing winds of at least 200 mph slammed through his...More >>
A Chechen immigrant shot to death in central Florida after an altercation with an FBI agent had several ties to that of one of the Boston Marathon bombing suspects who authorities were questioning him about at the...More >>
A Chechen immigrant shot to death in central Florida after an altercation with an FBI agent had several ties to one of the Boston Marathon bombing suspects who authorities were questioning him about at the time.More >>
Amid lingering concerns about his national security policies, President Barack Obama is outlining measures to clarify the deadly use of drones against terror suspects.More >>
President Barack Obama on Thursday is expected to address some of the thornier aspects of national security policy, including drone strikes, the prison at Guantanamo Bay and the dire threats Americans continue to face - even...More >>
Computer maker Lenovo Group said Thursday its latest quarterly profit rose 90 percent as sales of smartphones and mobile computing technology expanded.More >>
Computer maker Lenovo Group said Thursday its latest quarterly profit rose 90 percent as sales of smartphones and mobile computing technology expanded.More >>
Anthony Weiner's run for a renaissance is officially on.More >>
Anthony Weiner knows there may be a lot of New Yorkers who would never consider voting for him again, but he says he's running for mayor because he wants to bring his ideas to the fore - and win.More >>
Hewlett-Packard's slump is deepening as the world's largest personal computer maker scrambles to meet the growing demand for more versatile and less expensive mobile devices.More >>
Hewlett-Packard is still scrambling to meet the growing demand for more versatile and less expensive mobile devices as a slump in its personal computer sales deepens, but the company's cost-cutting measures and focus on...More >>
The British government's emergency committee is going to meet after two attackers butchered a man in a brutal daylight attack in London amid fears that terrorism has returned to the capital.More >>
A British government official says both suspects in the brutal killing of a solider were part of previous security services investigations for possible terror links.More >>
An 80-year-old Japanese mountaineer became the oldest person to reach the top of Mount Everest on Thursday - although his record may last only a few days. An 81-year-old Nepalese man, who held the previous record,...More >>
An 80-year-old Japanese man who has had four heart operations in recent years became the oldest person to climb to the top of Mount Everest on Thursday - although his record may last only a few days. An 81-year-old Nepalese...More >>
A spokesman says Syria's main opposition bloc welcomes renewed calls by its foreign supporters that Syrian President Bashar Assad give up power at the start of any political transition aimed at ending the...More >>
Opponents and supporters of Syrian President Bashar Assad traded heavy machine gun fire and mortar shells in the Lebanese port city of Tripoli, leaving five people dead in what was described as some of the heaviest fighting...More >>
World amateur boxing association chief C. K. Wu of Taiwan has confirmed his intention to run for president of the International Olympic Committee.More >>
C.K. Wu confirmed Thursday he is running for president of the International Olympic Committee, becoming the fourth candidate and the second from Asia bidding to replace Jacques Rogge.More >>
It could have been the perfect matchup to cap an unforgettable game. LeBron James driving to the rim to face Roy Hibbert, one play to decide Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals.More >>
It could have been the perfect matchup to cap an unforgettable game. LeBron James driving to the rim to face Roy Hibbert, one play to decide Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals.More >>
By NANCY ARMOUR AP National Writer Two weeks ago, a game between Roma and AC Milan in Italy's top soccer league was halted for almost two minutes after black Milan players were subjected to...More >>
By NANCY ARMOUR AP National Writer Imagine Derek Jeter leading the New York Yankees off the field because opposing fans were yelling racial slurs and throwing bananas at his team. Or a game between the...More >>
LeBron James made a layup as time expired in overtime, and the Miami Heat found a way to beat the Indiana Pacers 103-102 in a wild Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals Wednesday night.More >>
LeBron James caught the inbounds pass, changed direction and immediately attacked the rim.More >>
Jarome Iginla and James Neal each scored twice and the Pittsburgh Penguins routed the Ottawa Senators 7-3 on Wednesday night to take a 3-1 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinal series.More >>
Sidney Crosby was careful not to get too far ahead of himself after helping the Pittsburgh Penguins rout the Ottawa Senators for a 3-1 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinal series.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 6:16 AM EDT2013-05-23 10:16:31 GMT
WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) - Police say a Wilmington man was critically injured when his car collided with the SUV of a fire department official headed to a house fire. Cpl. Mark Ivey says the lights andMore >>
WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) - Police say a Wilmington man was critically injured when his car collided with the SUV of a fire department official headed to a house fire.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 12:37 AM EDT2013-05-23 04:37:58 GMT
DOVER, Del. - Members of the legislature's budget writing committee have approved $2 million in new spending for Delaware charter schools. Wednesday's vote by the Joint Finance Committee is aimed atMore >>
DOVER, Del. - Members of the legislature's budget writing committee have approved $2 million in new spending for Delaware charter schools. Wednesday's vote by the Joint Finance Committee is aimed atMore >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 12:02 AM EDT2013-05-23 04:02:48 GMT
WILMINGTON, Del. - A Delaware man is in custody for allegedly distributing child pornography online.Police arrested 58 year-old Michael Harris at a home in Newport. There, detectives seized multiple computers,More >>
WILMINGTON, Del. - A Delaware man is in custody for allegedly distributing child pornography online.Police arrested 58 year-old Michael Harris at a home in Newport. There, detectives seized multiple computers,More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 5:47 PM EDT2013-05-22 21:47:08 GMT
CRISFIELD, Md. - The McCready Foundation in Crisfield announced today that they've had to lay off 18 people. The Foundation says they released two employees from their nursing home, and the remaining 16More >>
CRISFIELD, Md. - The McCready Foundation in Crisfield announced today that they've had to lay off 18 people.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 4:16 PM EDT2013-05-22 20:16:11 GMT
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Virginia's U.S. senators have introduced a bill to allow offshore energy leases off the coast of Virginia. Democratic Sens. Mark Warner and Tim Kaine introduced The Virginia OuterMore >>
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Virginia's U.S. senators have introduced a bill to allow offshore energy leases off the coast of Virginia.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 4:13 PM EDT2013-05-22 20:13:07 GMT
BERLIN, Md. - Police say there could be a possibility of more victims in a recent burglary string. Berlin Police Department, and Worcester County Bureau of Investigations are asking residents in and aroundMore >>
BERLIN, Md. - Police say there could be a possibility of more victims in a recent burglary string.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 2:21 PM EDT2013-05-22 18:21:08 GMT
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Fewer Virginians are expected to travel at least 50 miles from home during the Memorial Day weekend. AAA Mid-Atlantic said Wednesday that it expects slightly more than 1 millionMore >>
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Fewer Virginians are expected to travel at least 50 miles from home during the Memorial Day weekend.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 1:55 PM EDT2013-05-22 17:55:00 GMT
EASTON, Md. - An alleged panhandler has been arrested in Easton. According to the report, Easton Police arrived at Wawa, where they found Robert Massey Jr., 53, of Federalsburg. He was arrested, for trespassingMore >>
EASTON, Md. - An alleged panhandler has been arrested in Easton. According to the report, Easton Police arrived at Wawa, where they found Robert Massey Jr., 53, of Federalsburg.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:43 AM EDT2013-05-22 14:43:55 GMT
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Sen. Mark R. Warner says he's introduced legislation that would better track the restoration of the Chesapeake Bay.The Virginia Democrat says the legislation would require the OfficeMore >>
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Sen. Mark R. Warner says he's introduced legislation that would better track the restoration of the Chesapeake Bay.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:26 AM EDT2013-05-22 14:26:02 GMT
WASHINGTON (AP) - The FBI says a man being questioned by authorities in the Boston bombing probe was fatally shot when he initiated a violent confrontation. The shooting incident early Wednesday tookMore >>
WASHINGTON (AP) - The FBI says a man being questioned by authorities in the Boston bombing probe was fatally shot when he initiated a violent confrontation.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 5:34 AM EDT2013-05-22 09:34:25 GMT
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - An authority promoting the development of wind power off Virginia's coast is scheduled to meet in Richmond. The Virginia Offshore Wind Development Authority is meeting Thursday.More >>
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - An authority promoting the development of wind power off Virginia's coast is scheduled to meet in Richmond.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 5:30 AM EDT2013-05-22 09:30:54 GMT
NEWARK, Del. (AP) - Delaware State Police are investigating an attempted carjacking of an elderly woman in Newark. Police say the 82-year-old woman was finishing her shopping at the Fox Run ShoppingMore >>
NEWARK, Del. (AP) - Delaware State Police are investigating an attempted carjacking of an elderly woman in Newark.More >>
The overall health of Americans isn't improving much, with about six in 10 people either overweight or obese and large numbers engaging in unhealthy behaviors like smoking, heavy drinking or not exercising.More >>
The overall health of Americans isn't improving much, with about six in 10 people either overweight or obese and large numbers engaging in unhealthy behaviors like smoking, heavy drinking or not exercising.More >>
While most people realize that their personal creditworthiness is tracked on something called a credit report, few know much about it or their scoring system.More >>
While most people realize that their personal creditworthiness is tracked on something called a credit report, few know much about it or their scoring system.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 12:26 AM EDT2013-05-23 04:26:32 GMT
DENTON, Md. - An off-duty state trooper is being treated for injuries he sustained after he reportedly confronted vandalism suspects in a car, and was dragged by the vehicle when the driver acceleratedMore >>
DENTON, Md. - An off-duty state trooper is being treated for injuries he sustained after he reportedly confronted vandalism suspects in a car, and was dragged by the vehicle when the driver acceleratedMore >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 5:40 PM EDT2013-05-21 21:40:44 GMT
SALISBURY, Md. - New information in a single vehicle crash that happened in Salisbury last night. The Wicomico County Sheriff's Office responded to Snow Hill Road near Johnson Road around 10:15. InitialMore >>
SALISBURY, Md. - New information in a single vehicle crash that happened in Salisbury last night. The Wicomico County Sheriff's Office responded to Snow Hill Road near Johnson Road around 10:15.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:36 PM EDT2013-05-22 22:36:49 GMT
WICOMICO Co., Md. - Wicomico County and the City of Salisbury want to remind you to pay your taxes. More than 1,100 properties in the county still owe taxes to the county and city government. That's $2.3More >>
WICOMICO Co., Md. - Wicomico County and the City of Salisbury want to remind you to pay your taxes. More than 1,100 properties in the county still owe taxes to the county and city government. That's $2.3More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 5:43 PM EDT2013-05-22 21:43:45 GMT
OCEAN CITY, Md. - A Maryland man is accused of leading police on a chase through a local beach town. Ocean City Police say officers tried to stop a vehicle in Coastal Highway near 74th Street, for suspicionMore >>
OCEAN CITY, Md. - A Maryland man is accused of leading police on a chase through a local beach town.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 12:10 AM EDT2013-05-23 04:10:08 GMT
DOVER, Del. - Police have arrested a Dover man for allegedly making threatening and harassing phone calls.Authorities say 49 year-old Raymond Brokenbrough continuously called and texted a female StateMore >>
DOVER, Del. - Police have arrested a Dover man for allegedly making threatening and harassing phone calls.Authorities say 49 year-old Raymond Brokenbrough continuously called and texted a female StateMore >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 8:39 AM EDT2013-05-21 12:39:16 GMT
FRUITLAND, Md. - Four people have been arrested in connection with an alleged armed robbery in Wicomico County. Fruitland Police Department say on Saturday morning, around 3:00 AM, two men were lured intoMore >>
FRUITLAND, Md. - Four people have been arrested in connection with an alleged armed robbery in Wicomico County.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:26 AM EDT2013-05-22 14:26:02 GMT
WASHINGTON (AP) - The FBI says a man being questioned by authorities in the Boston bombing probe was fatally shot when he initiated a violent confrontation. The shooting incident early Wednesday tookMore >>
WASHINGTON (AP) - The FBI says a man being questioned by authorities in the Boston bombing probe was fatally shot when he initiated a violent confrontation.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 5:24 PM EDT2013-05-22 21:24:08 GMT
SALISBURY, Md. - The Health Department of Wicomico County is investigating another contamination of groundwater in the county. Officials say that 1, 2 Dichloropropane has been found in private wells inMore >>
SALISBURY, Md. - The Health Department of Wicomico County is investigating another contamination of groundwater in the county.More >>
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