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Obama To Push For Transparency In Face Of Threats

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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.

Killer Asks DE Pardons Board To Commute Sentence

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DOVER, Del. (AP) - A convicted killer is asking the state Board of Pardons to commute his life sentence for first-degree murder.
  

Off-Duty MD Trooper In Critical Condition After Being Injured In Hit And Run

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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

Traffic Light Comes To Rt 113/Rt 12 Intersection

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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 Man Arrested For Harassment

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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

Hundreds Of Wicomico Properties Could Be Up For Auction In June Video included

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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

Reported High Speed Chase In OC Lands One Behind Bars

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OCEAN CITY, Md. - A Maryland man is accused of leading police on a chase through a local beach town.

Chemical Contamination Found In Wells Of Salisbury Subdivision Video included

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SALISBURY, Md. - The Health Department of Wicomico County is investigating another contamination of groundwater in the county.

Arias Jury Deadlocked But Must Continue

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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.

Oklahoma Tornado Damage Could Top $2 Billion

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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.

'GMA' Host Robin Roberts To Write Memoir About Illness

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NEW YORK (AP) - Robin Roberts will tell the story of her battle with a life-threatening illness in a new memoir.

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  • 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 hot
    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 hot
  • 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. Properties
    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. Properties
  • 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 why
    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 why
  • 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 Shore
    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.
  • 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 Fiscal
    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 Fiscal
  • 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 neglect
    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 neglect
  • 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 outdated
    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 outdated
  • 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 school
    WICOMICO CO., Md. - On Thursday night, select students from across Wicomico County will get to show off their math skills.
  • 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,
    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.
  • 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, charged
    CAMBRIDGE, Md. - A man is accused of threatening to burn down his ex-wife's home.
  • 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. During
    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.
  • 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 the
    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.
  • 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 turning
    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.
  • 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 here
    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 here
  • 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 with
    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 with
  • 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 unused
    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 unused
  • 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 nationwide
    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.
  • 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 came
    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 came
  • 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 injured
    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 injured
  • 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 and
    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.
  • 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 at
    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 at
  • 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,
    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,
  • 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 16
    CRISFIELD, Md. - The McCready Foundation in Crisfield announced today that they've had to lay off 18 people.
  • 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 Outer
    RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Virginia's U.S. senators have introduced a bill to allow offshore energy leases off the coast of Virginia.
  • 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 around
    BERLIN, Md. - Police say there could be a possibility of more victims in a recent burglary string.
  • 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 million
    RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Fewer Virginians are expected to travel at least 50 miles from home during the Memorial Day weekend.
  • 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 trespassing
    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.
  • 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 Office
    RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Sen. Mark R. Warner says he's introduced legislation that would better track the restoration of the Chesapeake Bay.
  • 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 took
    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.
  • 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.
    RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - An authority promoting the development of wind power off Virginia's coast is scheduled to meet in Richmond.
  • 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 Shopping
    NEWARK, Del. (AP) - Delaware State Police are investigating an attempted carjacking of an elderly woman in Newark.

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