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.
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 >>
The Boy Scouts of America will convene a two-day meeting of 1,400 local leaders to consider changing its long-standing ban openly gay boys belonging to the scouting movement.More >>
As protesters made one last stand, the Boy Scouts of America's leadership began a conference Wednesday that was expected to culminate in a long-anticipated vote on whether to allow openly gay Scouts - a decision that,...More >>
When high school student Zach Sobiech learned he didn't have much longer to live, his mother suggested he write letters to tell his loved ones goodbye. Instead, the Minnesota teenager turned to writing music -...More >>
When high school student Zach Sobiech learned he didn't have much longer to live, his mother suggested he write letters to tell his loved ones goodbye. Instead, the Minnesota teenager turned to writing music - and his...More >>
An Oklahoma man who grandson was killed when a tornado struck his school says the 8-year-old loved soccer and had a huge smile.More >>
Nicknamed 'The Wall,' 8-year-old Kyle Davis loved soccer and going to Monster Truck exhibitions at the fairgrounds with his grandfather. JaNae Hornsby, 9, loved to draw, sing, and be a big sister and cousin to her...More >>
The WikiLeaks organization and a handful of journalists asked a federal judge Wednesday to order greater transparency in the court-martial of an Army private who has acknowledged sending reams of classified document...More >>
The WikiLeaks organization and a handful of journalists asked a federal judge Wednesday to order greater transparency in the court-martial of an Army private who has acknowledged sending reams of classified document to the...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 >>
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 >>
By MARILYNN MARCHIONE AP Chief Medical Writer In a medical first, doctors used plastic particles and a 3-D laser printer to create an airway splint to save the life of a baby boy who used to stop...More >>
By MARILYNN MARCHIONE AP Chief Medical Writer In a medical first, doctors used plastic particles and a 3-D laser printer to create an airway splint to save the life of a baby boy who used to stop breathing...More >>
Secretary of State John Kerry says the United States and its Arab and European allies will step up their support for Syria's opposition to help them "fight for the freedom of their country" if President Bashar...More >>
The U.S. and several key allies looked again Wednesday for a strategy to end Syria's civil war, their united efforts unable at the moment to stem the Assad regime's military gains and Washington still unwilling to...More >>
A spokesman for the United Nations peacekeeping mission in Congo says that a mortar landed in a neighborhood of Goma, a major city in eastern Congo, which last year was briefly overrun by a rebel group. The explosion...More >>
M23 rebels fired two rockets into the eastern Congo city of Goma, killing one person and wounding four, officials said, in an apparent spillover from three days of fighting raging north of the city.More >>
Michoacan is burning. A drug cartel that takes its name from an ancient monastic order has set fire to lumber yards, packing plants and passenger buses in a medieval-like reign of terror.More >>
Michoacan is burning. A drug cartel that takes its name from an ancient monastic order has set fire to lumber yards, packing plants and passenger buses in a medieval-like reign of terror.More >>
A far-reaching bill to remake the nation's troubled immigration system is headed to the full Senate after approval by the Senate Judiciary Committee.More >>
A key House committee chairman on Wednesday sharply criticized a wide-ranging immigration bill just passed by a Senate committee, underscoring the difficulties ahead as the politically volatile measure moves forward in a...More >>
A new push to thwart Iran's nuclear ambitions by crippling the country's economy is gathering momentum on Capitol Hill.More >>
A new push to thwart Iran's nuclear ambitions by crippling the country's economy gathered momentum on Capitol Hill Wednesday with approval of legislation by the House Foreign Affairs Committee that would impose even...More >>
San Francisco 49ers leading wide receiver Michael Crabtree has had surgery to repair a torn right Achilles tendon.More >>
The San Francisco 49ers suddenly have a huge void in their receiving corps as they chase another Super Bowl berth: Michael Crabtree is sidelined after surgery on his right Achilles tendon.More >>
Tiger Woods says the "fried chicken" comment from Sergio Garcia was hurtful and inappropriate. Two weeks after they verbally sparred at The Players Championship, Woods say it's time to move on.More >>
By DOUG FERGUSON AP Golf Writer Sergio Garcia apologized to Tiger Woods for saying he would serve fried chicken if they were to have dinner at the U.S. Open, an ugly addition to nearly two weeks of verbal...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 >>
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 >>
Feeling the pain at the pump? We can help! Watch WMDT 47 News at 6 for our Spring Gas Giveaway. WMDT and Gordy Tiger Mart want to give away 30 $100 Exxon Mobil gas cards starting April 25, 2013. RegisterMore >>
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 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 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 >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 4:26 PM EDT2013-05-21 20:26:19 GMT
OCEAN CITY, Md. - A Salisbury man has been charged after causing a four vehicle pile up. Ocean City Police say on Saturday, around 11:35 AM, two officers in a police car were stopped at a traffic lightMore >>
OCEAN CITY, Md. - A Salisbury man has been charged after causing a four vehicle pile up.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 >>
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 >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 3:36 PM EDT2013-05-21 19:36:03 GMT
SOMERSET CO., Md. - Steven Akers was in court for trial Tuesday morning. He's been sentenced to five years all but one suspended and three years supervised probation. This means he'll spend one year inMore >>
SOMERSET CO., Md. - Steven Akers was in court for trial Tuesday morning. He's been sentenced to five years all but one suspended and three years supervised probation.More >>
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