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La Casita to Open New Location in Laurel

Published July 13, 2023 at 2:16PM

La Casita, founded in Montgomery County when the Silver Spring location opened in 2002, has announced an upcoming location in nearby Laurel. La Casita Pupuseria currently has locations serving Germantown, Gaithersburg, Nationals Park & Union Market District.

Per La Casita on social media, “We have a very special announcement to make (and please pardon our dust 👷🏽‍♂️)…a brand new La Casita Pupuseria is coming to Laurel, MD! Yes, we are super excited to finally be able to reveal after a long project that hopefully by Fall 2023 we will be able to serve the greater Laurel area right on Baltimore Ave.”

Joint Statement from Governor Wes Moore and the Baltimore Orioles Regarding Camden Yards

By Patrick Herron

Published July 13, 2023 at 11:30AM

Governor Moore and Orioles Chair and Managing Partner John Angelos released the following joint statement regarding Camden Yards:

“The last four months have been exciting on and off the field. Baltimore City and the State of Maryland all have Orioles fever. We’ve laid the groundwork for success, and progress is also being made on our vision to expand and revitalize the Camden Yards campus.

Montgomery County Man Wins Fifth $50,000 Lottery Prize of 2023

By Patrick Herron

Published July 12, 2023 at 4:49PM | Updated July 12, 2023 at 5:38PM

A Montgomery County man is $50,000 richer after purchasing a winning Pick 5 lottery ticket at a Hyattsville convenience store. Back in May, the same man won a combined $200,000 after purchasing four winning Pick 5 tickets. Story below courtesy of the Maryland Lottery:

“Pick 5 is a sizzling hot game for a lucky Silver Spring player, who returned to the Lottery Winner’s Circle this week to claim his fifth $50,000 prize this year. In May, the 43-year-old arrived at Lottery headquarters in Baltimore to claim a combined $200,000 Pick 5 prize comprised of four $50,000 winning tickets. The Montgomery County resident also bought his latest winning ticket at Hyattsville Convenience Store, which sold him the four previous winning tickets. The big difference came in the random numbers he selected – 98557 – in the July 10 drawing and the numbers of tickets he purchased with the same number.

Two Juveniles Arrested After Brandishing Firearms and Evading Fare at Metro Station

By Patrick Herron

Published July 11, 2023 at 6:49PM | Updated July 12, 2023 at 11:17AM

Metro Transit Police announced that two juveniles were arrested at the Ft. Totten Metro station in Washington, DC on Monday, July 10 for brandishing firearms at the Silver Spring Metro station. One BB gun and one fully loaded 9mm handgun were recovered. Both juveniles suspects also evaded paying entrance into the Metro, according to a tweet by police. There were no injuries reported. We will post an update if additional information becomes available.

ARRESTED: Two juveniles arrested at Ft. Totten yesterday afternoon for brandishing firearms at Silver Spring Station. One BB gun and one fully loaded 9mm handgun recovered. Both juveniles fare evaded into the system. No injuries. #wmata pic.twitter.com/lfLWjiXZja

Governor Moore Announces $13.5 Million in Maryland Waterway Improvement Funds

By MCS Staff

Published July 10, 2023 at 2:25PM

Governor Wes Moore announced that the Maryland Department of Natural Resources is providing $13.5 million in Waterway Improvement Funds. The funds will support new and improved public boating access facilities, dredging of navigable public waterways, emergency vessels and equipment for local first responders, and other important infrastructure and initiatives.

“Investing in infrastructure is integral to achieving the full potential of Maryland’s resources,” said Gov. Moore. “This partnership between the Maryland Department of Natural Resources and our local jurisdictions is critical to improving, maintaining, and promoting use of our public waterways.” The Waterway Improvement Fund is primarily derived from the one-time 5% excise tax when a boat is purchased and titled in the state, as well as a small portion of the state gas tax. It has been used to construct and maintain more than 400 public boating facilities and more than 250 public navigational channels across the state as well as the acquisition of vessels.

Ledo Pizza Opens First “Corner Shoppe” Inside of a Giant Food Store (Maryland)

By MCS Staff

Published July 10, 2023 at 2:11PM | Updated July 17, 2023 at 7:18PM

Ledo Pizza has just opened its first “Ledo Pizza Corner Shoppe” inside of a Giant Food store at 1649 Crofton Center in Crofton, MD (Anne Arundel County). The “Corner Shoppe”’offers […]

Greco, a Fast-Casual Greek Restaurant with Locations in Boston, is Coming to DC

By MCS Staff

Published July 10, 2023 at 7:09AM

Greco, a Boston area fast-casual restaurant that offers Greek cuisine, is coming to DC. According to PoPville, the restaurant will be moving in to the old &Pizza space at 1335 Wisconsin Ave, NW. Greco has been referred to by Boston Magazine as “one of the best fast-casual restaurants in Boston, period.”

Greco boasts, “There’s the American version of Greek food—then there’s true blue GRECO. Start with a classic gyro with your choice of fillings and sauces. Add a delicious side of Greek salad or zucchini crisps. And finish off your meal with legendary loukoumades. At our modern eatery, you’ll experience authentic street fare, made with Greek love.” The restaurant offers a variety of pitas, plates, salads, bowls, souvlaki, platters, and more. The full menu can be seen here.

Olney Teen Shot and Killed While on Family Vacation in Puerto Rico

By Patrick Herron

Published July 9, 2023 at 4:47PM

According to a GoFundMe that has been set up to help Grays mother with funeral expenses, “As some of you may know, her son Tommy (aka Trey), only 17 years of age, was murdered while on their vacation in Puerto Rico this past weekend. No parent should ever have to bury their child and unfortunately Rhonda & Trey’s father Tommy have to With the overwhelming news and the unbearable pain of losing a child, getting them as much support as possible would be absolutely appreciated. Funds will help bring Trey back home so he can be laid to rest by the rest of his family & loved ones. As well as for funeral arrangements, hospital funds, etc. Thank you in advance to those who can support! ❤️ Rest in love & peace Trey. You will forever & ALWAYS be remembered!” https://www.gofundme.com/f/pc9zs-laying-tommy-to-rest

POLICÍA IDENTIFICA A SOSPECHOSO DE ASESINATO A TURISTA EN ISLA VERDE Y SOLICITA AYUDA A CIUDADANOS PARA DAR CON SU PARADERO.@PRPDNoticias identificó a Carlos Aníbal Rosado Martínez, de 23 años, como el sospechoso del asesinato del joven de 17 años, residente de Maryland. pic.twitter.com/02RwfpsMWc

Rockville Man Arrested in Connection With Stolen Dogs and Armed Robbery; Police Searching for Additional Suspects

By Patrick Herron

Published July 8, 2023 at 2:21PM

Enrico Brown, 51, of Rockville was arrested and charged with Receiving Stolen Property in connection to an armed robbery in which two dogs were stolen in Washington, DC. According to the Metropolitan Police Department, “Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s First District seek the public’s assistance in locating a suspect and a vehicle in reference to Armed Robbery (Gun) and Assault with Intent to Commit Robbery offenses that occurred on Monday, July 3, 2023, in the First District.

On Thursday, July 6, 2023, during the course of the ongoing investigation, members of the Violent Crimes Suppression Division recovered Uno and Cartier. Both dogs were in good health and were reunited with their family. This case remains under investigation.

Maryland State Trooper Arrested on Child Pornography Charges

By MCS Staff

Published July 7, 2023 at 8:30PM | Updated July 9, 2023 at 12:05PM

Per the Maryland State Police: Maryland State Police computer crimes investigators have charged a Cecil County man, employed as a state trooper, with the possession of child pornography. The suspect is identified as Christopher Black, Sr., 48, of Elkton, Md. He is charged with six counts of possession of child pornography. After consultation with the Cecil County State’s Attorney’s Office, an arrest warrant was issued for Black. He was arrested by Maryland State Police this morning without incident, processed at the North East Barrack and taken before a District Court commissioner for a bond hearing.

Black is employed as a Sergeant and assigned to the North East Barrack. He is a 21-and-a-half-year veteran of the Department. Black’s police powers have been suspended with pay pending the outcome of the investigation.

Auto Crimes Enforcement Detectives Apprehend Auto Theft Duo

By Patrick Herron

Published July 7, 2023 at 3:08PM

Per MCPD: On Wednesday, July 5, 2023, Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Major Crimes Division Auto Crime Enforcement Section (ACES) located a stolen Lexus IS300 in the 13800 block of Avonshire Drive, in Silver Spring. Two adult males were observed getting into the stolen vehicle and attempted to drive away. ACES detectives, along with Montgomery County K-9, and 1st and 3rd District Special Assignment Teams (SAT) officers, immediately surrounded the Lexus, taking both occupants into custody without incident.

The occupants of the Lexus have been identified as 20-year-old Jeferson Figueroa of Capitol Heights and 19-year-old Steven Becerra of Cheverly, MD. Through the course of the investigation, ACES detectives learned that the Lexus had been stolen from Prince George’s County. Within close proximity to the Lexus was a second vehicle, a Hyundai Elantra, which was determined to have been stolen from Montgomery County. Figueroa and Becerra were arrested and transported to the Montgomery County Central Processing Unit. Both face multiple auto-theft related charges. Featured photo courtesy of Google Maps.